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Living Like A Castaway on The Banda Islands
There I sat on the porch of my Robinson Caruso-styled beach shack perched on a small bluff under towering Kenari trees, looking out at the Banda Sea. I smiled. Not a normal smile, but an ear-to-ear smile, big enough to snap off the top of my head. I had made it… Swimming with dolphins I
Jakarta A Liveable City In The Future?
Having fallen prey to my third cold of the year made me recall a recent conversation on air quality in major cities such as Beijing, Shanghai and London, and so on. While the major cities of China have some of the worst air pollution in the world, that in Jakarta is well above accepted world
Double Tree By Hilton Presents Iindigo Lounge
Knowing how much Jakartans are in need of a quick escape from the city’s nonstop traffic and activities, Double Tree by Hilton Jakarta recently unveiled its newest lounge Iindigo, providing a nice array of comfort food and cocktails to weary urban folks. Iindigo is not a typo, by the way, but a fun twist to
The Culture, Colours, and Beauty of Flores
Indonesia is among the best touring spots in Asia, and nature has blessed this country with almost all types of naturally beautiful sites. From high mountains to the pleasing beach waters, the country seems to have it all. In the eastern part, Flores appears to be the perfect place to fill your soul with cultures,
A Month Of Blessings Idul Fitri Getaways
After a month of fasting, Muslims throughout Indonesia and the world celebrate Idul Fitri (Eid); as the largest Muslim population in the world, the country regales in the occasion as the best time for holidays, seeing friends and family. Of course, a favourite destination at this time is Bali, where hotels are offering great stay
MVB Highlights The Power of CSR
In an ideal world, every company would act ethically and always consider the social and environmental impacts of their business, and adapt it through their operational practices or through specifically designed CSR activities. Most Valued Business (MVB) is an organization dedicated to encouraging businesses to adopt the concept of sustainable development to their own organizations,
Out For A Morning Tee
There’s something simply satisfying about the thwack of a golf club against a ball. Playing a round at Bukit Pandawa Golf & Country Club will allow you to do just that. With 18 championship-caliber holes that weave through spectacular rock outcroppings that define the limestone clifftops of Bali’s dramatic southern tip, Bukit Pandawa Golf &
Ireland Rugged Landscapes Steeped in Ancient Traditions
Epic scenery, buzzing cities, thrilling experiences and warm welcomes… the island or Ireland delivers all this, and more! The Wild Atlantic Way From the wind-whipped tip of Malin Head to the safe haven of Kinsale Harbour, wrap yourself in the wilderness of the west coast or Ireland on the world’s longest defined coastal touring route.
LaSalle Celebrates 20th Anniversary in Style
As 2017 brings new spirit and presents endless opportunities, LaSalle College Jakarta is joyously celebrating its 20th Anniversary this year. With two decades of experience in the education industry and more to come, LaSalle College Jakarta strives to be the best Design School in Indonesia. To celebrate its 20th Anniversary, LaSalle College Jakarta successfully held
Coastal Dining with A Fresh Buzz
New seafood restaurant Seasalt, located in the Seminyak area in Bali, recently opened its doors and offers authentic flavours from the ocean and the earth. Seasalt marks the beginning of a revolutionary seaside dining experience: the restaurant elevates the quality of its dishes to such a degree that it is effectively bringing the ocean to
Anchored in A Realm of Art
Indonesia’s biggest art celebration, Art Jakarta 2017, will be held in the capital in late July. When it comes to art fairs in Indonesia, Bazaar Art Jakarta (BAJ) ranks among the most important and long-awaited events. Every year, this event presented by Harper’s Bazaar Indonesia is packaged in a combination of culture, creation and lifestyle,
Tying The Knot at Nihiwatu
Nihiwatu, the No. 1 Hotel in the World voted by readers of Travel + Leisure, recently introduced a new proposal package for couples who are ready to say “I do”. An exclusive retreat located on the island of Sumba in Eastern Indonesia (400 kilometers west of Bali), Nihiwatu is renowned for the natural beauty of its romantic
Celebrating The Spirit Of The Nation
The Sanur Village Festival, held from 9 to 13 August in Bali, aims to awaken the country’s spirit of unity. Throughout Indonesia’s long and oftentimes tumultuous history, the country has always unified under ‘Bhinneka Tunggal Ika’ (Unity in Diversity). These values of acceptance, tolerance and mutual respect will celebrated in this year’s annual Sanur Village
