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Bidakara Hotels and Resorts plans to expand its business network in 2017 across Indonesia, in particular in big cities and tourist destinations such as Padang, Bogor, Bali and Yogyakarta. Offering a combination of friendly service, easy access, cultural content and local art, the expansion will include four new brands, namely the Hotel Bidakara Luxury for

AccorHotels celebrated the opening of ibis Styles Bogor Raya, the first international premium economy hotel in the city of Bogor, West Java, in November. A 45-minute drive from Jakarta, the hotel is boasts stunning views of Salak Mountain and the lush greenery of the neighbouring Bogor Raya Golf Course. “The Ibis Styles brand provides an ‘all-inclusive’

A mere 30-minute drive away from the hustle and bustle of Jakarta and with a direct access to the Jakarta-Merak toll road to the airport, Mercure Serpong Alam Sutera is a perfect choice for business travellers to hold meetings, seminars, conventions, gatherings and other events. Located in the integrated area of Alam Sutera which offers

The aim of the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) is to ease trade amongst the 10-member Association of Southeast Asian Nations, but questions remain over whether the countries are equipped for it and how Indonesia might benefit from such integration. Analysts have expressed their doubts on the effectiveness of the AEC, suggesting that most ASEAN countries

On any given day you might find Selvi Lesmana at a Starbucks café, sitting down with a cup of caramel macchiato and a book in hand, a routine she finds relaxing. At times, the talented graphic designer would also retreat to doodling on her coffee cup – a habit that eventually brought a major twist

On Sunday, December 4th Le Meridien Jakarta invited guests, partners, media representatives and bloggers to enjoy “Unlocking The Morning Jakarta”, as part of A New Perspective Event, a brand program aiming to connect Le Meridien Jakarta experience with hotel guests. “Unlocking The Morning Jakarta” combines a number of healthy activities, from yoga to a cooking class.

To appreciate the support of all partners of PHM Hospitality, Indonesia’s leading lifestyle chain and hotel operator, held “One Night Journey Excellence” on December 5. All hotel units under the hotel management took part in hosting the event, including The Haven Bali Seminyak, The 101 Yogyakarta, The 101 Bandung Dago, The 101 Bogor Suryakancana, The

November is a special month for Intiwhiz Hospitality Management as our four Hotels in its group celebrate their birthdays: Whiz Prime Hotel Darmo Harapan, Whiz Prime Hotel Magamas Manado, and Whiz Prime Hotel Pajajaran Bogor saw their first anniversary, while Whiz Hotel Semarang – the 2nd Hotel under the managament of Intiwhiz – celebrated its

In conjunction with its business expansion and aim to reach a bigger market in the capital, Indonesia’s premier hospitality company Ayana announced its plan to rebrand InterContinental MidPlaza Jakarta into Ayana MidPlaza Jakarta. The rebranding will officially come into force in April 2017. The Ayana MidPlaza Jakarta is a five-star hotel featuring 366 modern and

The Anvaya Beach Resort – Bali, the very first five-star resort fully owned and managed by Santika Indonesia Hotels and Resorts, officially opened for business in November and is ready to offer its guests the highest level of luxury, infused with a Balinese touch. Located in Kuta, Anvaya – meaning “connection” in Sanskrit – applies