Indonesia

In Indonesia, hundreds of fire hotspots are posing a threat to one of the most crucial rainforest ecosystems in the world with a growing environmental emergency in the part of Borneo. Soviets have in the recent past identified 292 hotspots in West Kalimantan causing concern about possible burgeoning of a similar haze crisis which Southeast Asia has experienced in the …

What’s New Indonesia: 2026 Jakarta, Bali, Bandung, Surabaya: gems in the city that mix food, travel, and lifestyle. The New Tables March in Jakarta will include viral cafes such as Farm House Susu Lembu in Kemang, which has milk bath pools that are Insta-worthy. The openings of the March in Bandung feature coffee places, a street art stroll in Dago. …

Jakarta’s specialty caffeine scene is undergoing a sophisticated transformation as omakase coffee experiences take over the elite streets of South Jakarta. Moving beyond the standard grab-and-go model, these curated sessions invite enthusiasts to “leave it to the barista,” mirroring the prestigious Japanese dining tradition. The Rise of Omakase Coffee Experiences Unlike traditional cafes, these venues offer intimate, reservation-only seating where …

The rhythm returns to Jakarta as the Java Jazz Festival 2026 preparation enters full swing. For its 21st edition, the world-renowned event is moving to a brand-new home: NICE, PIK 2, Tangerang. This shift promises a more expansive and modern experience for jazz enthusiasts worldwide. Exciting Java Jazz 2026 Lineup Highlights Music lovers are buzzing over the first phase of …

Jakarta’s Green Ramadan 2026 promotes eco-friendly buka puasa buffets through DKI Environment Agency initiatives, featuring zero-waste practices, reusable tableware, and local organic sourcing to slash food waste by 70% during the fasting month. Mosques such as Burj Al Bakrie offer people successive feasts in bamboo trays containing bulk dates and teko water stations, whereas hotels implement the ASEAN Green Hotel …

The rugged island of Nusa Penida is the jewel of Bali, with dramatic cliffs, unspoilt beaches, and pools of nature, which attract adventurers despite the coarse roads. Adults IDR 25,000 (USD 1.60) and children IDR 15,000 charge on entry via fast boat—pay at entry point at Sanur (IDR 200K-300K RT). The best places are the T-Rex cliff of Kelingking Beach …

Indonesia: BEATS Detox Asia Tour 2026 Japanese rock giants ONE OK ROCK bring their enormous spectacle to Indonesia Arena, GBK Senayan on Saturday, May 16, 2026, to Jakarta–not to Beach City because of demand. Based on sold-out North America, Europe, and Japan tours, this run in Asia goes to Bangkok, Seoul, Manila, Singapore, Taipei, KL, HK, and Shanghai before the …

South Jakarta food haven Blok M is humming with Blok M food tour treasures in February 2026 – that will be ideal with MRT-hoppers craving street food amongst churning markets and malls. This Kebayoran Baru hotspot is a combination of viral TikTok stalls with the classic warungs, be it smoky sate skewers or sticky martabak, all within a short walk …

Ubud, Bali has the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary covering 12.5 hectares of ancient jungle that houses more than 1 260 long-tailed macaques, 3 14 th -century Hindu temples, and 186 species of trees. It is a holy place in the locality of Jl. Monkey Forest, Padangtegal, is being conserved and used by the local people as a spiritual place. Opening …

Indonesia, particularly its busy capital Jakarta, does not have beaches on the mainland, but it is brightened by urban getaways such as the Ancol Beach and the Thousand Islands paradise. Family fun, sunset views, and water sports in Ancol, North Jakarta, at Dreamland Resort, which is accessible by taxi in 45 minutes from the city centreVisitors staying in Family Villas …