Indonesia Guide

Valentine 2026 Netflix: The Best Romance Films to Watch February is often associated with expressions of affection, particularly on 14 February, widely recognised as Valentine’s Day. For many, the occasion offers an opportunity to reflect on relationships, revisit meaningful connections, and spend time with loved ones. One of the simplest ways to mark the day […]

An online motorcycle taxi (ojol) driver recorded himself riding with a passenger in Bali. He’s taking the left side of the street and took a stop because the motorcycle in front of him stopped. Moments later, his motorcycle was struck from behind by a foreign tourist riding another bike. In the video, the ojol driver […]

A group of 32 dugongs has been recorded in the waters surrounding Romang Island, Southwest Maluku Regency, Maluku Province. The finding marks the largest dugong population ever documented in Indonesia and is believed to be the biggest recorded aggregation in Southeast Asia to date. The discovery was made by a research team from the World […]

Indonesia Ranks First for Happiest Workers in Asia Pacific, According to New Survey on Salary and Workplace Satisfaction Indonesia has emerged as the country with the happiest workers in the Asia Pacific region, outperforming several developed economies including Singapore and Australia. The ranking is based on the latest Workplace Happiness Index released by Jobstreet by […]

Moving to Bali for an Indonesian expat is the stuff made of travel dreams. One can read about the idyllic location, delectable cuisine, and unique culture that are pretty well-documented about the Indonesian island. Indeed, popular culture has done a great job of showcasing the most picturesque features of the island, but there is more […]

A giant female python found in Maros, South Sulawesi, has been officially confirmed by Guinness World Records (GWR) as the longest wild snake ever measured. The snake, now known as Ibu Baron, measured 7.22 metres from head to tail when examined on 18 January 2026. The measurement was witnessed and verified by Guinness officials, making […]

Ramadan is here! the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, is a period of fasting, prayer, reflection, and community for Muslims in the whole world. It’s a time for Muslims to focus on spiritual intensity and unite in the month of kindness. In Indonesia, the world’s largest Muslim-majority country, Ramadan means sharing to one another […]

Art Jakarta launches the inaugural edition of Art Jakarta Papers from February 5–8, 2026, at City Hall, Pondok Indah Mall 3, Jakarta. The new art fair present 28 galleries from Indonesia and across Asia, with exhibitions centred on works created using paper as the primary medium. The event marks an expansion of Art Jakarta’s programme […]

Indonesia cultural etiquette is something you should know to avoid accidentally offending the locals during your visit to Indonesia. Whether you are travelling for leisure or work, learning about Indonesian culture and its etiquette won’t hurt. Indonesia is a country with diverse cultures and religions with over 1,300 ethnic groups, so the etiquette in Indonesia […]

Indonesia has formally banned elephant riding tourism across the country, a move that conservation groups describe as a significant step towards improving animal welfare and reshaping wildlife tourism practices. The policy will be enforced more strictly from early 2026 and applies to all conservation institutions and wildlife-based tourist facilities nationwide. The ban ends the long-standing […]