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ARTOTEL Grand Prima Surabaya is putting its new identity to work. The Hayam Wuruk hotel is pairing accommodation with rotating art, weekly music and entertainment, and a late-night food menu, giving travellers and Surabaya locals
Surabaya has welcomed a new addition to its luxury hospitality scene with the grand opening of The Trans Luxury Hotel Surabaya on 14 August 2026. More than a sophisticated place to stay, the new property

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Download NowWhat makes a Sunday brunch something to look forward to? At Sugar & Spice, on the 1st floor of InterContinental Jakarta Pondok Indah, it is the pleasure of gathering around the table, catching up with family and friends and taking your time over a meal. This Sunday tradition continues with The Coastal Atelier, launching on

Cocktail bars are their own breed of venue – they’re stylish, comfortable and most importantly promise a well-made libation. Whether you prefer a sultry speakeasy or somewhere lively and full of life, you’ll find the full range in this curated list of cocktail bars in Jakarta. These venues represent the crème de la crème of

Sari Pacific Jakarta’s legendary Japanese restaurant returns with a new look and a new name, but the charms that built its reputation still remain. There is something reassuring about returning to a restaurant that has been around for years. Even when faces change, interiors are updated, and new dishes appear on the menu, guests will