Discovering Western Australia in a Campervan
Whenever expats ask me for advice on where to travel to from Jakarta, I suggest Western Australia and not the...
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VESPA ACROSS INDONESIA PART II: Nusa Tenggara, Travelling at the Speed of Whim
Living in board shorts, riding from swimming hole to swimming hole and leaning into the next curve. This is freedom,...
Interesting Landmarks in Madura
You’ve ventured to the historical city of Surabaya. Are you confused about where to go? Well, we have an excellent...
A Vespa Trip Across Indonesia
Ever had a crazy notion to ride a Vespa across Indonesia? Well, for years I’ve had this idea stewing in...
Emirates to Launch First Year-Round Direct Flight Between Auckland and Bali
Starting June 14, 2018, Emirates will have a new daily service from Dubai to Auckland via the island of Bali,...
Chubu: The Underdog Travel Destination of Japan
Christabel Sasabone spent a week in Chubu, Japan and showcases some unique destinations for the adventurous and curious traveller who...
Island Hopping Off the Tourist Track
Indonesia is rightfully proud of its claim to the country with the most islands in the world. But with so...
Around the Archipelago in One Meal
This month is all about celebrating Indonesia and what better way to celebrate than with one of Indonesia’s greatest strengths...
Migrating Birds Threaten Juanda Airport Flights
Migrating birds have flocked to Surabaya?s Juanda Airport causing concerns of the possibility of a major safety incident....
Batik Air Route Expansion Hoped To Be Next Step In Tourist Boom
The new international routes are expected bring more foreign visits to Indonesia with the airline reaching international aviation standards....
Flight Route Expansion Leads Airport Operator Growth Plan
Airport operator Angkasa Pura I and II are hoping the added routes will see record passengers in the first half...
Lake Toba Tourism Boom Expected With Singapore Flight, Infrastructure Development
Lake Toba is expected to see a boom in foreign and domestic tourists following the announcement of key infrastructure developments...
Borobudur Reliefs Tell Wise Tales
Borobudur Temple was built in the eighth century and has more than 2,670 reliefs. Each set of reliefs tells a...
West Sumatra Eyes Potential of Owl Agritourism
With thousands of majestic owls living in the area, a local environmental centre plans to develop a new agritourism concept...
UPDATE: Indonesia’s First Disneyland Was Fake News
Aiming to boost local tourism, the regent of Boyolali is cooperating with foreign investors and local developers to build a...
Legendary Alun-Alun Surya Kencana is Alive with Edelweiss, Scenery
With its edelweiss, stunning scenery and local lore Alun-alun Surya Kencana will send your heart beating at full gallop....
Local, French Investors Vie for North Bali Airport Project
The government will publish plans for a new airport in North Bali amid surge in overseas air traffic to the...
Here’ Why More Expats Are Visiting Savana Ollon in Toraja
Toraja is becoming more popular for tourism. It just developed a fresh spot called Savana Ollon, a new camping area...
Gili Labak is a Secret Paradise for Foreigners
Located in a hidden spot near Madura island, Gili Labak is a secret paradise for expats looking for the quintessential...
An Expat’s Look into Bali’s Vibrant Weekend Market Scene
Bali’s weekend market scene has really taken off over the past few years with boutique bazaars popping up all over...
Pulau Dua: A World of Birds
There are many ‘bird islands’ in Indonesia that one should not be surprised to hear about multiple islands named exactly...