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Soak & Drink in Eldoris Pool Bar at Movenpick Hotel Jakarta City Centre
Movenpick Hotel Jakarta City Centre has announced the grand opening of Eldoris Pool Bar, an urban escape located on the 6th floor of the hotel, which was officially inaugurated on 26 September 2025. Designed as a stylish destination for both locals and travelers, Eldoris offers a perfect blend of relaxation, handcrafted cocktails, and panoramic city views. Open
Wellness On-Demand: New In-Room Massage Service Launched at Fraser Place Setiabudi
Launched in collaboration with Annathaya Spa & Wellness, Fraser Place Setiabudi Jakarta has unveiled its latest wellness offering: the In-Room Massage Service, bringing the luxury of a spa directly to the comfort of each apartment. Designed for discerning travellers who value privacy and convenience, the In-Room Massage Service allows guests to transform their apartment into
The Papandayan Jazz Fest 2025: A Decade of Cultural Resonance
Bandung’s most anticipated music celebration returns this October as The Papandayan Jazz Fest (TPJF) 2025 takes centre stage on 4–5 October 2025 at The Papandayan Hotel. Now in its tenth year, the festival carries the theme “Culture Resonance”, a reflection of how jazz has long intertwined with Indonesia’s cultural fabric—shaping lifestyle, community, and even cuisine.
ARTOTEL Harmoni – Jakarta Officially Opens in the City’s Business Centre
Adding to the inventory of art and lifestyle-themed hotels in Jakarta, Artotel Group officially opened ARTOTEL Harmoni – Jakarta on 17 September 2025. With the tagline “Your Harmonised Urban Stay”, it offers a unique accommodation option for urbanites in Jakarta’s business district. The tagline describes how the hotel will be a new oasis that combines
Four Points by Sheraton Bekasi Paves Way For Indonesian Expansion
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
Wonderful Indonesia Gourmet Invites the World to Dine: A New Culinary Tourism Initiative Launches
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
Glenfiddich Unveils Limited Edition 16-Year-Old Whisky Celebrating Aston Martin F1 Team Partnership
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 & Bekasi Celebrate World Cleanup Day 2025 at Ragunan Zoo
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 French Corner Opens Inside Gramedia Makarya Matraman
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
British School Jakarta Shines at Pagelaran Sabang Merauke 2025
Held in Senayan’s Indonesia Arena, Hikayat Nusantara drew in an audience of 28,000 people across three days, who were treated to a nearly 3-hour exhibition of fabulous dance, music and stage production featuring students from British School Jakarta. The story follows Zie, played by Zahara, a Year 13 student from British School Jakarta, taking a
Celebrating Jakarta’s Dessert Icons at the Golden Swirl Awards 2025
Held as part of Jakarta Dessert Week 2025 under Karisma Event Nusantara by Indonesia’s Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy, The Golden Swirl Awards – Jakarta Chapter returned for its second year to shine a spotlight on creativity, innovation, and excellence across Jakarta’s dessert scene. Far more than a trophy, the Golden Swirl Awards –
The Grand Platinum Jakarta Unveils a New Era of Luxury Hospitality in Central Jakarta
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 Receives Marriott’s Highest Leadership Distinction
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
