Sailing Indonesia’s Heritage with Rofinus Monteiro
Centuries before electronic charts and 10,000 horsepower engines existed, ancient Indonesians have voyaged as far as Africa on the wind...
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A Jungle Adventure With Kalimantan’ Orangutan
I spotted my first orangutan high up in the trees in the early morning. I heard it before I saw...
8 Reasons to Visit KarimunJawa in Indonesia
Visit KarimunJawa Island Indonesia is a diverse archipelago home to many splendid sights and offerings. A melting pot of beauty...
Indonesia’s Kampung Pelangi: From Slum Transformation to Creative Sustainability
The government’s decision to invest Rp.300 million (about US$29,000) on Kampung Pelangi’s slum makeover in South Semarang shows its dedication...
Weaving Hope: Threads of Life
In the bold Sumbanese cloth, I could almost see pairs of horses fighting and giant birds greeting each other, as...
Kenneth Rogers: What It’ Like to Manage Luxury Residences in Two Countries
In order to survive in the highly competitive hospitality sector, one must not only understand the importance of product differentiation...
Viewpoints: Indonesia in Pictures
Bali-based photographer David Metcalf captures the magic and wonder of Indonesia while traveling across Kalimantan, Java and Bali. ...
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,...