Expatriation
Standing on the edge of the highway I held a sign that said “London”. It was cold, early spring, and...
Expatriate
The Expat Life: Changing Times Mean Changing Expectations
Growing up, I never expected I would become an expatriate. I always assumed that like most people, I would graduate,...
Beverage Making with Marek Vojcarcik
Slovakian born and raised; Marek Vojcarcik has always been amazed by Asia. His time in the hospitality industry has taken...
Sex Party to Create Mixed Babies in Indonesia
The story of an expatriate who claims to live in Indonesia has made a scene on social media. He admitted...
Visit or Stay Visa Updates in Indonesia Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
In light of restrictions being eased in Indonesia to recover from the COVID-19 crisis and adapt to the “new normal”,...
Meet The Expat: Prashanth Jayaraman Iyer
Country Head of PT. Nityo Infotech Services in Indonesia Hailing from India, Prashanth Jayaraman Iyer found Indonesia to be exquisite...
The Expatriate Mothers? Network
I never thought that moving abroad would result in gaining more friends than I had before I left. I thought...
Expatriates Now Required to Learn Indonesian
President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo’s decree to help simplify Indonesia’s procedures for issuing foreigners’ work permits, which is set to take...
Maintaining Your Mental Health As An Expatriate
Whenever you pack your bags, relocate and settle in a foreign country, starting anew in a place that’s unfamiliar can...
8 Free Ways to Learn Bahasa Indonesia
So you’ve moved to Indonesia and are all set to adapt and start anew in a country that feels so...
Expat Life: Fun Activities for Kids Over the Summer
Summer can be productive and fun for kids. Make it one that?s worthwhile for both of you with this guide...
10 Street Markets That Jakarta Expats May Enjoy
Asians are always delighted to make great finds at public markets. Whether it’s fruits and vegetables, street food, artsy items,...
How to Find a Proper Dentist in Indonesia
Expats need not worry about finding professional dental care in Indonesia. Being patient and diligent enough with your research will...
An Expat’s Guide to International Preschools in Indonesia
Moving to a foreign country and raising your kids there can be a big challenge. An even bigger challenge will...
Why Expat Tech Founders Set up Shop in Jakarta
A new breed of professionals has made its way to Indonesia’s shores. Foreign startup founders are riding the tide of...
The Old Hands
There is always kudos in the amount of time you have been doing something, a kind of “seniority of time”,...
Understanding the word ‘Bule’
According to Kamus Besar Bahasa Indonesia or KBBI (The Great Dictionary of the Indonesian Language), bule is a word used...
Indonesian Expat Entrepreneur
As an expatriate in Indonesia you probably chose to live here for a job assignment, or an extended visit or...