Travel

Every year, the already culturally-focused town of Ubud gets a large dose of extra culture, as academics, writers, activists, poets, literary geniuses (and everything in between) congregate to engage in some of the most important topics of global dialogue. That’s right, it’s the Ubud Writers and Readers Festival entering its 13th year with five full

In celebration of The Legian Bali’s 20th Anniversary, the resort will hold another one of its exclusive ‘four hands’ dinners this time welcoming Daniel Sia, Founder and Executive Chef of Disgruntled Chef, Singapore, this 5th of August at the resort’s The Restaurant. Joining Chef Sia is The Legian’s own Executive Chef Luke MacLeod, and this

The Tugu Group never does things by halves and Ji at Bale Sutra 1706, the quirky new Japanese eatery at Hotel Tugu Bali, is no exception. With Ji –  as always –  there is a focus on culture and history, and the restaurant takes its name (meaning “temple” in both Chinese and Japanese) from a

For some strange reason local travel is often overlooked as the pulls of far and exotic locations lure holiday-goers with flashy tourism campaigns and a promise of new experiences. On a recent, eye-opening road trip to central Java however, I discovered that actually, we don’t have to look too far to find beauty, adventure, culture

Often shadowed by its close neighbour Yogyakarta, Solo possesses the humble charm of indigenous Java since the early Hindu period. Only an hour away from Jogja, Solo has a complete package for those looking for historical and cultural excitements. In the city center, you can find Keraton Surakarta to learn about the sultanate family and

Still dominating the Indonesia’s tourism destinations map especially in Java, both Jogjakarta and Solo have hundreds of hotels to accommodate the travelers’ need for stay, including the top-rated ones: Jogjakarta’s Royal Ambarrukmo, Hyatt Regency and Santika Premiere, also Solo’s Alila. Royal Ambarrukmo Yogyakarta Situated in laidback Caturtunggal away from the noisy city center, the five-star Royal

Blessed with countless islands and relatively calm seas with the tropical sun shining all day, out of Indonesia’s many beaches, one should not skip the hidden gem, Belitung Island. Located on the east of Bangka Island, Belitung only covers 4,800 kilometers square, smaller than Bali. Its tourism destinations cannot be overlooked given its numerous powdery-sand

For fifteen years in a row, an extraordinary cultural festival has been taking place in the Menoreh highlands of Central Java, home to five volcanoes. Paying homage to the volcanoes as their source of living and protector, local villagers present their best to nature through offerings, performances and more. I was one of the lucky

Amid the burgeoning mid-market segmentation of the local hospitality industry, major names in the business are continuing to boldly expand their presence. Beginning in September 2016, Intiwhiz Hospitality Management is opening two new Whiz Prime hotels 3 star Hotels in Yogyakarta: Whiz Prime Hotel Kusumanegara and Whiz Prime Hotel Malioboro. These are in addition to