Viewpoints: Indonesia in Pictures
Bali-based photographer David Metcalf captures the magic and wonder of Indonesia while traveling across Kalimantan, Java and Bali. ...
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Vibrant Jakarta ? Alive and Kicking
Jakarta is full of colour, vibrancy and life. At first glance it looks like a huge modern city with a...
Indonesia Through the Eyes of Rio Helmi
Best known for his large format photo books Memories of the Sacred (2011) and River of Gems (1991, with Lorne...
Five Fantastic Eastern Indonesian Holiday Destinations
The Indonesian archipelago, featuring 17,000 islands, has so much to offer insatiable adventurers. While more and more expat travellers are...
Six Tips for Expats Travelling to Remote Areas of Indonesia
Across Indonesia’s 17,000 plus islands, there is something for everyone – even the pickiest of travellers. As the country opens...
Trash-Tinted Goggles: Mountains of Garbage Overshadow Indonesia’s Ambitious Tourism Plans
A sprawling archipelago of white sandy beaches, towering active volcanoes, seas abundant with marine life, rich rainforests, and dozens of...
The Growth of Indonesia’s Travel Sector Spells Bright Future for SMEs
According to global research firm McKinsey, Indonesia is among the fastest growing emerging markets in the world today, with a...
Maria Loretha: Championing Sorghum, Flores’ Crop of Hope
Sorghum is a gluten-free and nutrient-rich crop that can replace rice in times of need. It is drought-resistant and grows...
A Shortlist of Ubud’ Organic Farmers’ Markets
Not only known for its laid back and artsy ambiance, Ubud is also comprised of healthy organic food markets. This...
Travelling with a Diabetic Child
We were living in Jakarta, thousands of miles from our home country, when we took our daughter to the doctor...
Dancing in a Foreign Land
French resort entertainer Guillaume Sanchez shares how his journey to Central Kalimantan changed his way of viewing life and performing...
Trouble in Paradise: Komodo Island, Tourism and Conservation
With Komodo Island gaining popularity in recent years as a favourite expat destination, it’s easy to only come for the...
Taman Daun: The Whale Hunter’s Library and Art Space
As I first lay eyes on Taman Daun, I had to ask myself, “Where am I?” Having spent the past...
Top Five Treetop Stays in Bali
While the island is often regarded as a beach paradise with a variety of boat tours and diving options, many...
Tambora: Mysteries of a Lost Civilization
In addition to changing the global climate through “The Year Without Summer” and losing nearly half of its original altitude,...
Jokowi Graces New Yogyakarta Int’l Airport Inauguration
Groundbreaking ceremonies for the New Yogyakarta International Airport will be formally held on Monday, January 23, with President Joko ?Jokowi?...
Upscale Resort Rebrands in Jakarta
Intercontinental, one of Jakarta’s most successful hotels, plans to rebrand itself to Ayana Midplaza with hopes of becoming the capital’s...
5 REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD RENT A BIKE IN BALI
It is not uncommon for Bali tourists to use motorcycles to experience the scenic landscape of Bali. Here are five...
Why There’ More to Travel Memories than Just Tech
Tony Wheeler set up the world’s largest travel publisher in 1973 with his wife Maureen before selling it to BBC...
Jamal Hussain: The Blessing and Curse of Running a Hotel in Bali
Earlier this year, it was predicted that the number of hotels in Bali will see a 100 percent increase compared...
Pelabuhan Ratu: Adventure, Relaxation and No Need for Bali
Pelabuhan Ratu town sits in the armpit of the eponymous bay, on the ruggedly beautiful and sparsely populated south coast...