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Veteran Indonesian Artist Joins Converse
Converse collaborates with established Indonesian contemporary artist Hanafi for its new Limited Shoes Design line. Converse x Hanafi only comes in size 44 (28cm) and in a wooden box packaging crafted with Converse and Hanafi signature on it. Afterhours Books offered this particular edition at IDR 15 million or USD 1,044. Photo courtesy of Afterhours Books/NOW!JAKARTA Hanafi embellished Converse Chuck 70 for an exclusive art collection
Yakiniku Like Opens in Jakarta
Yakiniku Like, the Japanese fast-serving food outlet offers personalized Japanese BBQ style dining at approachable prices. The first outlet is located at Grand Indonesia Shopping Town, Central Jakarta and it’s the first destination where you can enjoy the Yakiniku Like outside its home country. Yakiniku Like serves a delicious selection of set and custom menu along
Lebaran Staycations in Jakarta
For those not travelling out of Jakarta this Eid Mubarak holiday, you can choose to spend the vacation with family and loved ones. As people leave Jakarta for a while, the Big Durian gets a boost in convenience for tourism thanks to drastically less traffic, fresher air, and quieter atmosphere. For those spending the holidays
Experience an Urban Escape at Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort and Manarai Beach House by Ismaya
Looking to escape the hustle and bustle of the big city during the holiday season? Retreat to the serene ambience of Nusa Dua, Bali and book a stay at the luxurious Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort with the Urban Escape package. Start planning your holiday to Bali and book your stay during the months
Protecting the Ocean with Jakarta Aquarium
Jakarta Aquarium was inaugurated by Susi Pudjiastuti, Minister of Marine and Fisheries on 16 October 2018. It is a collaboration between Taman Safari Indonesia, and Aquaria KLCC, Malaysia, with a focus on edutainment for all the family. It prides itself on being a centre focusing on conservation and preservation. Jakarta Aquarium offers opportunities to discover the
Contemporary Balinese Flavours by Chef Adi Wijaya
Chef Adi Wijaya at Belmond Jimbaran Puri offers diners an authentic taste of Bali. Chef Adi Wijaya. Photo courtesy of Belomnd Jimbaran Puri/NOW!JAKARTA Chef Adi, who joined Belmond Jimbaran Puri in 2016, oversees the resort’s restaurants and bar with his sense of contemporary Balinese cooking; the resort’s signature restaurant, Nelayan, cooks fresh seafood in aromatic
Gandhi Memorial Intercontinental School Honours Kartini
Raden Adjeng Kartini was a prominent Indonesian national hero from Java. She was also a pioneer in the area of education for girls and women’s rights for Indonesians. The Gandhi Memorial Intercontinental School (GMIS) honoured the anniversary of her birth by conducting a special cultural programme on 22 April. The Gandhi Memorial Intercontinental School (GMIS) honoured the anniversary of her birth by conducting a
Medan, North Sumatra’s Hidden Charm
North Sumatra’s capital city, is often overlooked thanks to its gridlocked streets and industrial feel. Long regarded as a stopover en route to more glamourous destinations in the province, a closer look yields some delightful treasures. Little India in Medan. ulturally, this is a diverse city with Batak people, Chinese and Tamils originally from India who
The Classic Family Holiday at Hard Rock Hotel Bali : A Special Lebaran Offer
The Hard Rock Hotel Bali has had a long reputation as one of Bali’s most family-friendly destinations, and for Indonesia’s biggest holiday – Idul Fitri – this classic hotel is offering a very special Lebaran deal you can’t miss. The legendary Hard Rock Hotel Bali swimming pool. Photo courtesy of Hard Rock Hotel Bali/NOWJAKARTA The
Plataran Borobudur Resort & Spa: Luxury in the Heart of Java
Located in Magelang Regency in Central Java, Plataran Borobudur is surrounded by a spellbinding landscape of rolling hills and volcanic peaks. Plataran’s emphasis on traditional culture can be seen at Patio Venue – a stylish dining space comprising Patio Deck and Patio Colonial. Photo courtesy of Plataran Indonesia/NOW!JAKARTA Accommodation at Plataran Borobudur comprises 21 units of luxury
Embrace The Holy Month of Ramadan at Yogyakarta Marriott Hotel
To welcome the Holy month of Ramadan, Yogyakarta Marriott Hotel offers guests an extravagant Iftar feast featuring Middle East, local and international favourites, and also a range of sophisticated Idul Fitri hampers to share the bliss of the Holy month Savour Middle East flavours with a menu crafted by Chef Rabih Yantany from Al Bustan
At Raffles Christian School, A Holistic Focus
The Raffles Christian Group of Schools (RCGS) provides a world class and Christian learning environment that nurtures Rafflesians to become active, lifelong learners and influential leaders of sterling character. NOW! Jakarta spoke to Dr. Daniel Low, Dean Raffles Christian School Pondok Indah about the school’s education philosophies. Dr. Daniel Low, Dean Raffles Christian School Pondok Indah.
Theme Parks in and Around Jakarta
Looking for a place to kick back on the weekend? Test your skills or just take a break at some of these locations around town. Istana Anak (Kids Palaca) at Taman Mini Indonesia Indah (TMII). iStock/NOW!JAKARTA Taman Mini Indonesia Indah (TMII) Beautiful Indonesia Miniature Park is a culture-based recreational area located in East Jakarta. The park
