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Ask people about their favourite mountain escapes, and chances are Puncak and Lembang in West Java will come up, where the cool weather and familiar scenery keep bringing people back to their favorite hotels. Growing alongside them is Eminence Hospitality Services (EHS), whose brand, Eminence Global, is driving its 2026 expansion to elevate these retreats.

Jakarta’s luxury hospitality scene is seeing a wave of seasoned leadership as three of the city’s prominent properties welcome new General Managers. These appointments bring a wealth of international expertise to the capital. Each leader carries a distinct vision focused on open communication, genuine guest care, and a strong sense of community, redefining what it

Hotel Tentrem Jakarta marked its second anniversary with Dwi Warsa Tentrem: Savour the Taste, Witness the Heritage. Held on 18 July, the celebration unfolded through Indonesian performance, cuisine and craftsmanship while raising funds for YCHI Autism Center. The celebration began with a Serimpi dance before guests are introduced to the storytelling tradition of wayang kulit.

Ascott Menteng Jakarta celebrated its first anniversary by unveiling several upcoming additions to the property, including a Three-Bedroom Penthouse, a new meeting and dining venue, and refreshed menu offerings at A.RA.SA Menteng. The updates were introduced during an intimate gathering with media and industry partners on 14 July. Located on Jalan Kebon Sirih in the

Jakarta’s Car-Free Day turned pink on 12 July as 700 participants gathered in Sudirman Central Business District (SCBD) for the second edition of The Langham Pink Run. The five-kilometre charity run raised awareness for breast cancer while encouraging participants to spend an active Sunday morning together. Following the run, participants returned to The Langham, Jakarta,

ARYADUTA Menteng will host Vow & Forever: Alunea wedding showcase on 18 and 19 July 2026, bringing together over 35 wedding vendors, styled venue displays, culinary tastings and event-only packages for couples planning their celebrations. Managed by Amazon Expo Indo by Meraki Planner, the two-day event will give visitors a practical look at how each

The Resonanz Children’s Choir (TRCC), led by conductor Avip Priatna, has achieved another international milestone after being named the Grand Prize winner at the 30th Béla Bartók International Choir Competition in Debrecen, Hungary, on 5 July 2026. The Indonesian children’s choir also secured first place in both the Children’s Choir and Free Program categories, while

Social Padel House brought World No. 8 Paquito Navarro to Jakarta for the SPH Superstar Series on 11 and 12 July 2026 by pairing professional coaching and exhibition matches with a new padel-inspired pastry campaign from FLOR. Held at Social Padel House Setiabudi, this two-day programme connected international sport, local players and the social culture

CURATED LIVING exhibition was held at ASHTA District 8 from 3 to 26 July 2026, presenting a multidisciplinary programme that brought together sculpture, interior design and cultural references within shared public spaces. Presented under the theme Where Design Meets Lifestyle, the programme examined the relationship between artistic expression and functional space.  This approach reflected the

TRANSFORMATION Surabaya – MVB Sustainability Forum 2026 will be held on Wednesday, 29 July 2026, from 9am to 6pm at the Ballroom of JW Marriott Surabaya. The forum will bring together speakers from hospitality, tourism, manufacturing, urban development, sustainability services and government-related sectors to discuss practical sustainability action in Indonesia. The Surabaya edition is part

Path to Sustainable Growth: Regeneration for the Future brought heritage, sustainability and business responsibility into one direct conversation at the Nusantara Ballroom, The Apurva Kempinski Bali, on 24 June 2026. Moderated by Alistair Speirs of MVB Indonesia, the event gathered cultural figures, regenerative enterprises, financial institutions, hospitality leaders and young innovators to examine what Indonesia

Jakarta’s longest-running fashion event, JF3 Fashion Festival, returns from 23–29 July 2026, reaffirming its role as one of Indonesia’s leading platforms for fashion, creativity and industry development. More than a showcase of new collections, this year’s festival highlights the importance of building a connected ecosystem that enables designers, brands and creative communities to thrive together.