Jambuluwuk Malioboro Receives 5-star Hotel Certification
Jambuluwuk Malioboro Hotel has received the official certification of 5-star hotels from PT. Megah Tritunggal Mulia (MTM) This certification of 5-star Hotels is proof that for now Jambuluwuk Malioboro Hotel is one of the 5-star Hotels in the Malioboro area that can be the right choice for business and leisure activities with standards that are
A Conversation with Madame Rachel Malik, Spouse of the British Ambassador to Indonesia
In an exclusive interview, NOW! Jakarta spoke to Rachel Malik about her role as spouse of the British Ambassador to Indonesia as well as communities that have become part of her life in Indonesia. Madame Rachel Malik, Spouse of the British Ambassador toIndonesia. Photo by Raditya Fadilla/NOW!JAKARTA How would you describe the role of the
Reinventing Jakarta: From ‘Chaos’ to ‘Character’
I love the word ‘chaos’. It has a myriad meanings but starts back in Greek and Roman mythology, where it refered to the state preceding the creation of the universe or the ‘gap’ created by the original separation of heaven and earth. In Hesiod’s “Theogony”, chaos was the first thing to exist. For him chaos
Jakarta Amateur Astronomy Association Is An Inspiration
Curious about Astronomy? Ask the amateur astronomers! Among unique communities in Jakarta there’s nothing quite more extraordinary like this one, the Jakarta Amateur Astronomy Association. NOW! Jakarta spoke with the Organising Counselor Widya Sawitar to discover more. Jakarta Amateur Astronomy Association, or Himpunan Astronomy Amatir Jakarta (HAAJ) was established after the spectacular phenomenon of a total solar eclipse
A Floral Artist’s Work Goes Beyond Centre-Pieces
Floral artist Sara Malik’s journey into the world of art began as a child. She recalls learning to appreciate nature with her grandmother who was a painter and a floral artist herself. Foloral artist Sara Malik offers a range of classes to help share her passion for flowers and to “instill in participants a love for
Malaysia Chambers Jakarta: Fostering Friendship, Connecting Business
According to records at the Malaysia Chambers Jakarta (MCJ), in August 1989 when Dato Abdullah Zamawi was appointed Ambassador of Malaysia to Indonesia, a meeting with Malaysian businessman, Ting Huong Sing led to a discussion on connecting businesspeople living in Jakarta. Malaysian Club in Jakarta promotes the interests of Malaysian business people as well as
Penthouse at The Sultan Hotel & Residence Jakarta Reopens
The Sultan Hotel & Residence recently re-opened its legendary Penthouse. Located on the top floor of the Hotels Garden Tower following extensive refurbishment, Penthouse at The Sultan Hotel & Residence is the largest in Jakarta. Photo courtesy of The Sultan Hotel & Residence /NOW!JAKARTA Located on the top floor of the Hotels Garden Tower following extensive refurbishment, it covers the entire
Watsons Indonesia Launches its Flagship Store at Senayan City Mall
PT Duta Intidaya Tbk recently launched Watsons Indonesia store at Senayan City Mall. Featuring a more modern and futuristic concept to cater to a wider market, this is Watson's 110th store in the country. Featuring a more modern and futuristic concept to cater to a wider market, this is Watson's 110th store in the country.
A Snapshot of BritCham’s Events: “The Power of Storytelling” – for your Brand and Business
On 26 March, BritCham’s Professional Women’s Group held a special event just for women entitled “The Power of Storytelling” – for your brand and business, by Idhran Seghar, CEO of Sunshine Digital Pte Ltd. Singapore. Idhran Seghar, CEO of Sunshine Digital Pte Ltd. Singapore is keynote speaker at BritCham’s Professional Women’s Group event. Photo courtesy of
A Conversation with Zamshari Shaharan, Chargé d’Affaires, Embassy of Malaysia
Malaysia and Indonesia have shared a connection for years. NOW! Jakarta spoke to the Chargé d’Affaires about this special relationship and the bilateral connections forged over the years. Zamshari Shaharan, Chargé d’Affaires, Embassy of Malaysia. Photo courtesy of Embassy of Malaysia/NOW!JAKARTA How are relations between Malaysia and Indonesia today? Malaysia and Indonesia share strong historical
Education. The Beginning and the End
It used to be thought that you learned everything at school. Building blocks and alphabet in kindergarten, English, Math, History and Geography in primary school, then into the languages, the differentiation, the coding at secondary, then unless you went to university, that was it. You were educated – for life. Then it became “mandatory” to
Jakarta Aquarium Conducts Education Programme at Thousand Islands on National Fisherman’s Day
Jakarta Aquarium conducted a marine educational programme for elementary and junior high school students at Tidung Island, Pulau Seribu (Thousand Islands) located just off Jakarta as a part of celebrating National Fisherman’s Day on 6 April. In collaboration with the Department of Education in Pulau Seribu, staff from Jakarta Aquarium demonstrated its sustainability program, and encouraged children to keep their environment clean. Photo courtesy of
Starbucks Partners Share their Knowledge on Entrepreneurship with Vocational Students Across Indonesia
In partnership with Prestasi Junior Indonesia, Starbucks Indonesia held a Creative Youth Entrepreneurship programme to empower vocational students in four cities across the country. It aimed to empower youth with life skills and entrepreneurship knowledge to prepare them for being part of the future workforce. Starbucks Indonesia held initial Creative Youth Entrepreneurship programme with vocational students at SMKN 57
