Stay Awhile: How Long-Term Travel is Changing the Way We See IndonesiaDavid NesbitMay 10, 2025 by David NesbitMay 10, 20250It’s no longer about ticking destinations off a list. It’s about growing roots, however briefly, in a place that demands...
10 Fun Facts about Indonesia You Might Not Know YetFelix MartuaFebruary 24, 2025 by Felix MartuaFebruary 24, 20250This trivia about Indonesia might amuse (and surprise) the expats. Indonesia is a huge country with such a long history....
50 Dairy Cows from Australia Arrive in Indonesia to Support Free Nutritious Meals ProgrammeIndonesia ExpatDecember 6, 2024 by Indonesia ExpatDecember 6, 20240A total of 50 pregnant dairy cows from Australia have arrived in Indonesia as part of an effort to support...
Indonesian Environmental Groups Criticise EUDR DelayIndonesia ExpatNovember 29, 2024 by Indonesia ExpatNovember 29, 20240The European Parliament has approved a one-year delay in the implementation of the EU Zero Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), which has...
Volkswagen Plans to Produce Electric Cars in Indonesia in 2026Indonesia ExpatNovember 25, 2024 by Indonesia ExpatNovember 25, 20240One of the world’s largest automotive manufacturers, Volkswagen (VW), has revealed that it will produce battery-based electric cars, also known...
Indonesia’s Value Added Tax to Likely Become the Highest in Southeast Asia, Draws CriticismIndonesia ExpatNovember 21, 2024 by Indonesia ExpatNovember 21, 20240Indonesia’s Value Added Tax (Pajak Pertambahan Nilai or PPN) will be the highest in Southeast Asia if it increases to...
Ministry of Tourism Announces Winners of 2024 Indonesian Tourism Village AwardsIndonesia ExpatNovember 19, 2024 by Indonesia ExpatNovember 19, 20240The 2024 Indonesian Tourism Village Awards (Anugerah Desa Wisata Indonesia or ADWI) was held at the Tanah Airku Theater, Taman...
Google Predicts Indonesia to Become the Largest Digital Economy in Southeast AsiaIndonesia ExpatNovember 15, 2024 by Indonesia ExpatNovember 15, 20240Google estimates that Indonesia’s digital economy will reach approximately US$90 billion by 2024, reflecting a 13% growth compared to last...
Interesting Rain-Calling Rituals and Traditions Across IndonesiaFelix MartuaNovember 11, 2024 by Felix MartuaNovember 11, 20240From whipping bodies to bathing cats, the Indonesian culture is rich in various rituals and traditions to summon the much-cherished...
Top 10 Recent Books on IndonesiaKenneth YeungNovember 8, 2024November 10, 2024 by Kenneth YeungNovember 8, 2024November 10, 20240Who reads books anymore? Let alone magazines crammed with undisclosed and unreadable advertorials generated by ChatGPT. With global stupidity soaring...
Various Funeral Rituals and Traditions Across IndonesiaFelix MartuaOctober 25, 2024 by Felix MartuaOctober 25, 20240In many regions and communities in Indonesia, death is as important as life itself. Death never ceases to fascinate us....
Ecotourism in Indonesia: Unlocking Sustainable Economic GrowthTaufiq IhsanOctober 9, 2024 by Taufiq IhsanOctober 9, 20240As we celebrate World Tourism Day on the 27th of September, it is essential to recognise that tourism can be...
BBN Airlines Officially Takes Flight in IndonesiaIndonesia ExpatSeptember 30, 2024 by Indonesia ExpatSeptember 30, 20240BBN Airlines Indonesia officially became a new airline flying in Indonesia and has begun serving passengers as of Friday, 27th...
Indonesia Crowned Asia’s Leading Adventure Tourism Destination 2024 by WTAIndonesia ExpatSeptember 13, 2024 by Indonesia ExpatSeptember 13, 20240World Travel Awards (WTA) announced its winners for this year’s edition on the 3rd of September, with the ceremony taking...
Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries Take Action Against Foreign Nationals Operating Illegal Businesses in Indonesia’s Small IslandsIndonesia ExpatSeptember 4, 2024 by Indonesia ExpatSeptember 4, 20240The large number of unlicensed businesses run by foreign nationals in remote islands has made the Indonesian Ministry of Maritime...
Empowering Homes, Enriching Lives: Val the Consultant Group is Your Key to Work-Life HarmonyIndonesia ExpatSeptember 4, 2024September 4, 2024 by Indonesia ExpatSeptember 4, 2024September 4, 20240In this fast-paced modern world, achieving a harmonious work-life balance is challenging. With the increase in demands at work and...
Indonesia Introduces Visa-Free Entry for 13 Countries Under New Regulation Effective 29 AugustIndonesia ExpatSeptember 2, 2024 by Indonesia ExpatSeptember 2, 20240The government of Indonesia has introduced visa-free entry as part of a new regulation aimed at boosting tourism and investment...
Celebrate Indonesia’s Independence Day at The Ritz-Carlton Jakarta, Pacific PlaceIndonesia ExpatAugust 15, 2024 by Indonesia ExpatAugust 15, 20240Celebrate Indonesia’s 79th Independence Day at The Ritz-Carlton Jakarta, Pacific Place, with an array of culinary experiences and wellness specials...
Foreign Embassies in Jakarta and Consulates Outside the Capital: A Full ListIndonesia ExpatAugust 9, 2024 by Indonesia ExpatAugust 9, 20240As an expatriate living in Indonesia, you may need to contact foreign embassies in Jakarta for various reasons. Common situations...
Indonesia Wins Two Golds, Jumps to 28th in 2024 Paris Olympics StandingsIndonesia ExpatAugust 9, 2024 by Indonesia ExpatAugust 9, 20240The Indonesian contingent secured two gold medals, climbing to 28th place in the medal standings for the 2024 Paris Olympics....
So Many Startups in Indonesia Have Failed Nowadays. Here’s WhyRazi Faruqi PashaJuly 6, 2024 by Razi Faruqi PashaJuly 6, 2024010 reasons behind the collapse of Indonesia’s startup scene. The number of startup companies in Indonesia has been increasing in...