Four Points by Sheraton announced the opening of Four Points by Sheraton Bekasi, combining the brand’s signature comfort with modern amenities to reinvent business and leisure stays in West Java’s industrial hub. As its debut in Bekasi, along with being the 14th Four Points by Sheraton and the 83rd Marriott International property in Indonesia, this

The Ministry of Tourism proudly announces the official launch of Wonderful Indonesia Gourmet (WIG), a bold new initiative designed to position Indonesia as a world-class dining destination. The programme, under the direction of the Minister of Tourism of Indonesia, Ibu Widiyanti Putri Wardhana, represents a strategic shift in culinary tourism, building upon but moving beyond

Celebrating its multi-year partnership with the Aston Martin Formula One (F1) Team, Glenfiddich – the World’s Most Awarded Scotch Whisky – has unveiled a limited edition Glenfiddich 16-Year-Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky. This release exemplifies the shared values of both parties: precision and intuition.  The Glenfiddich 16-Year-Old is crafted from a carefully selected marriage of

Ascott Regional Jakarta, Bogor, and Bekasi held the World Cleanup Day 2025 today on 18 September with the theme “Small Act, Big Impact”. The event took place at Ragunan Zoo, and gathered more than 100 associates from 20 properties managed by The Ascott Limited across Jakarta, Bogor, and Bekasi. The activities included cleaning up the

A new chapter in literary and cultural exchange between France and Indonesia was marked when the French Embassy in Indonesia and Institut Français d’Indonésie (IFI), in collaboration with Kompas Gramedia and Penerbit Erlangga, announced the recipient of the inaugural AYO BACA! program at Gramedia Makarya Matraman on 12 September 2025. Launched by French Minister of

The Grand Platinum Jakarta, the latest and only five-star hotel in Central Jakarta, celebrated its grand opening on 28 August 2025, following its successful soft opening on 16 June 2025. Under the Platinum Hotel Indonesia Group, this flagship property caters to discerning business and leisure travelers. 252 appointed rooms and suites span across eight categories,

Element by Westin Bali Ubud has earned international acclaim as its Multi-Property General Manager, Richardo Tutuko, was named General Manager of the Year, Asia Pacific (Excluding China) by Marriott International. This prestigious recognition underscores both his personal leadership and the hotel’s standout performance, placing him among the company’s foremost leaders worldwide. The General Manager of

Jakarta has welcomed a new urban living destination with the opening of Citadines Antasari Jakarta. A collaboration between The Ascott Limited and PT Prospek Duta Sukses, the property blends the comfort of home with the convenience of city life, giving travellers and long-stay guests more flexibility in how they experience the capital. Strategically located in

The result of a collaboration between Kawan Lama Group, Sinar Mas Land, and Artotel Group: ARTOTEL Living World Kota Wisata – Cibubur, a boutique hotel featuring an art and lifestyle concept, officially opened on 21 August 2025; offering a one-stop destination for business and leisure. The hotel’s inauguration was marked by the signing of memorabilia

The latest wave of change in leadership has just wafted across Indonesia’s hotel scene. Several major properties have announced new general managers, each bringing their own unique background, experience and fresh perspectives to their roles. All ready and eager to turn the tides for excellence.  Mandarin Oriental Jakarta Jakarta’s luxury hotel scene welcomes a new