The Only Way to Arrive in Hong Kong
“For many of us who have lived in the East for some time, Cathay Pacific IS Hong Kong, it represents the amazing combination of oriental heritage with modern efficiency that defines Hong Kong culture”, writes Alistair Speirs, who recently re-discovered the delights of Cathay Pacific’s business class on his way to and from Hong Kong.
Nepal: Tragedy to Triumph
Still at first, but unable to comprehend the seemingly orchestrated symphony of the trembling walls – experiencing the Jakarta 4.7 magnitude earthquake made me realize that Nepal had endured an earthquake twice that magnitude in 2015. The sense of arriving impeccable and unimpaired, but departing anguished and enlightened with a handful of lessons, allowed me
Summer, Winter, Spring and Autumn in Hong Kong
There are some cities that are just made for tourists. Cities that combine history with culture, great views with great walks, fashion and food, mystery and intrigue and just plain excitement. Hong Kong is one of them. Sophisticated but still raw, combining the ultimate in Asian hospitality with the old traditions of the east. It
Hong Kong: Asia’s Lifestyle and Business Trendsetter
Thanks to its unique East-Meets-West environment, Hong Kong is not only recognised as Asia’s business hub, but also the region’s lifestyle trendsetter. Its one-of-a-kind, vibrant lifestyle has been spreading into Indonesia, where an expanding variety of Hong Kong brands and products are available, to the delight of local consumers. With its unique, vibrant lifestyle, Hong
Hong Kong, A Centre of Creativity
Hong Kong is a global hub for trade, finance, aviation and shipping and has nurtured new areas for growth such as creative industries, arts, culture and innovation and technology. Photo courtesy of Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC)/NOW!JAKARTA Hong Kong houses the world’s leading fashion brands. To reinforce Hong Kong’s status as a city of design
An Adrenaline Rush in Yogyakarta
Not too keen on spending your precious travel time indoors? Take this time to spice up your adventure with something a little more daring! If you are an adrenaline junkie heading to Yogyakarta, you’ll find the following recommendations of top adventure sports and fun activities worthwhile. Soutrhern Yogyakarta, people could find adventorous tourism sites which
6 Must-Visit Museums in Bali
Bali’s beaches and streets seem to become busier by the minute. If you can’t stomach the crowds, the island still offers other places worth visiting. Enjoying God’s creations in the form of Bali’s natural landscape is one thing, but human’s creations in form of art shouldn’t be ignored either. Bali and art are inseparable, and
Lombok’s Little Jockeys – Bareback and Barefoot
Every year at the Bau Nyale Festival in Kuta, Lombok, jockeys come together to compete in a horse racing event unique to Indonesia. Jockeys are always light, but these jockeys are different. They are children who start their training when they are four or five years old. They are ready to compete in the horse
Sparkling Singapore
Thanks to its endless attractions and facilities that never fail to wow any spectator, Singapore remains a leading option for travellers heading to Southeast Asia. Naufal presented his painting in "RISING 50 The Contemporary Art of Singapore & Indonesia" Exhibition at World Trade Center Jakarta. Photos courtesy of Singapore Tourism Board/NOW!JAKARTA Singapore’s tourism performance has broken
What’s New in Thailand This Year
Thailand always offers exciting experiences for a family vacation! Here is a list of things that you and your family can enjoy in Thailand this year. Shopping Talad Rot Fai, Bangkok. Photo courtesy of Thailand Tourism Board/NOW!JAKARTA Other than Platinum, Siam Paragon, Central, Terminal 21 and MBK, you can now visit Show DC in Bangkok, which
Lombok Escape
The warmth of the sun, the wind in hair, and a good book to read, my voyage to Lombok was filled with sunny days and warm breezes. Kuta Beach at Lombok is described as "the way Bali was 30 years ago". Photo by Namhar Hermanto/NOW!JAKARTA The short geographical distance between Bali and Lombok can hardly represent
Bali Spirit Festival 2018: Return To Source
The annual Bali Spirit Festival, a celebration of world music, dance, yoga, spirituality and more, comes back this 2-8 April, 2018, with the theme “Return to Source”. The annual Bali Spirit Festival comes back this 2-8 April, 2018. Photo courtesy of Bali Spirit Festival/NOW!JAKARTA On a literal level, the festival returns to its beloved original venue,
Bali On Foot
“Walking is a man’s best medicine”. It is hard to live by that quote with all the advanced transportation options available these days. The possible fact that walking solves many of your health problems, even if presented with shreds of scientific evidence, doesn’t seem enough to persuade us to manage one brisk 10-minute walk a
