Up, Up, and Away at Tanjung Lesung Rhino Kites Festival
This year’s Tanjung Lesung Rhino Kites Festival attracted attendees from around the world, with an array of kites transforming West Java’s skyline into a medley of colour. Rhino Cross Triathlon 2018 provide entertainment value by flying kites but it also offers sports tourism, which is believed to be a fast-growing sector of the global travel
The Cross Cultural Buzz of Istanbul
Istanbul has an array of tourist spots. To help guide the first time visitor, however, here’s a short list of some of the city’s riches. The renowned Hagia Sophia , the massive Church-which-became-a-mosque-which-became-a-museum in Istanbul. Photo by Alistair Speirs/NOW!JAKARTA In Turkey, history is a living and breathing entity. The testaments to its past go beyond its
Five International Destinations to Consider this Summer!
Summer is the best of year to travel and explore new destinations. When we think of summer vacation, images of escaping to the beach, hiking up the mountain, or wandering around a new city come to mind. We curate a short list of destinations to consider as you plan your getaway. One of the architectural
Travel to Belitung for Beaches, Boulders and Books
Belitung Island emerges gracefully from the Java Sea inviting exploration. It does not disappoint. It is unquestionably a place of extraordinary and untouched beauty. The beaches, with their chalky white sand, are some of the most exquisite in South East Asia. Granite boulders rise out of the sea like giant megaliths. Stephanie Brookes and David
Celebrating Indigenous Dance and Rituals at Gawai Festival
The crocodile appeared on the stage in the form of a human. The dancer writhed and slithered, accompanied by the deep tones of the didgeridoo. This opening dance at the 2018 Gawai Festival was received with loud cheers from the crowd. Dayak women dance at Gawai Festival. Photo by David Metcalf/NOW!JAKARTA The Gawai festival committee
The Journey of a Lifetime: Exploring the Spice Islands of Indonesia
To begin to understand the rich history of Indonesia, one must explore some of its most remote islands. The 11 Banda Islands are located in the heart of Banda Sea, the deepest in Indonesia. Despite its remote location, European ships sailed there from the early 1500s in search of “Gold” (Nutmeg). The value of the
Best Music Libraries Around the World
For some, travel is about the destination and the places they visit there, such as iconic sites, mountains or beaches. For music enthusiasts, engaging with the sounds of these places is perhaps more appealing. Located in the heart of Soul, South Korea,The Music Library+Understage has more than 10,000 records, 3,000 books, and every issue of
Shoreditch, Where Everything is Cool and Hip!
As a city, London has much to offer. Being one of the most famous and well-developed metropolitan capitals in the world, London has continuously presented itself as a city with various options. Since my first visit there, I have been hearing about the Shoreditch district as one of the hippest and most happening districts to
Great Destination Called Dublin
As a winter traveller, I have never been in Europe during summer. This year, I finally did the unthinkable and agreed to visit Europe in the summer for the very first time. However, deep down I wished that certain places in Europe would still have that nice fresh, cold breeze once I got there. My
A Nightlife Crawl around Budapest Reveals a Labyrinth of Rich Finds
It is interesting how different seasons can bring about different experiences. As a winter traveller who finally went to Europe in the summer for the very first time, I learned that daylight there is actually quite long and lasts until around 9 pm. It is quite an unusual experience to have the sun shining up
Lembata, a Jewel in the Solor Archipelago
Sitting between Timor and Flores, Lembata is the largest island in the Solor Archipelago. Small villages dot the landscape, and tourism is still very low-key. Lembata is island in East Nusa Tenggara which offer low-key cultural tourism with its unique coastal community. Photo by Stephanie Brookes And Tonny Lebuan/NOW!JAKARTA The island has a rich tradition
Parks & Recreation: Bali Natural Spaces are a Treat
As much as we love Bali for its rich culture and traditions, sometimes a visit to an elephant or going on a safari park is what’s called for to keep your little ones entertained. Fortunately, Bali is home to a variety of exciting attractions fit for a fun family day out, making it an easy
Cruising Into The Heart of Bavaria
Being a popular destination among Indonesian travellers, Europe continues to impress us with its natural beauty, amazing metropolitan cities, art and culture, food, and most of it all the diversities of countries to explore. The City of Passau from Danube River. Photo by Erza ST/NOW!JAKARTA On a recent trip to Europe, I decided to revisit
