The capital city of Central Java, Semarang, is not as popular as Bali or Yogyakarta. However, it retains its own rustic colonial charm. Being a compact and quiet city, Semarang is all about winding down, strolling and enjoying traditional delicacies. …
Singaporeans need little introduction to nasi padang. Yes, piping hot steamed rice served with various dishes — from the spicy gulai ayam (chicken curry) and beef rendang (nope, not the crispy one!) to sambal goreng and sayur lodeh. Padang, the …
When the British established Singapore as a trading port in the early 1800s, many Bugis traders came to Singapore and settled down. Their numbers are dwindling in Singapore, and the Bugis are now part of the Malay community. The Bugis …
Many Javanese came to Singapore at the beginning of the 19th century. They are now considered as part of the Malay community. It is hard to pinpoint one city where these migrants came from — after all, Java has more …
The influx of tourists in Bali is not slowing down any, and these days many sleepy towns are transforming into hip hoods. This is certainly the case with the seaside town of Canggu. Just 20 minutes north of the bustling …
Millions of tourists descend on the Indonesian island paradise of Bali all throughout the year for a dose of vitamin sea, wonderful hospitality, sumptuous food and drink, as well as inspiring cultural activities. Nearly every square meter of Bali has …
Java, the most populated island in Indonesia, attracts many travellers each year and it’s easy to see why. Consisting of 6 provinces from Banten in the West all the way to East Java, this island has some world-famous attractions such …
Tana Toraja, a highland region of Southern Sulawesi in Indonesia, is an underexplored land with an experience beyond belief. Aside from beautiful mountainous scenery and intricate Tongkonan architecture, Toraja is a place where death is not only embraced but also …
When one thinks of Bali, what usually comes to mind are the azure coasts of Nusa Dua, Jimbaran Bay, Seminyak, or Uluwatu. This Indonesian island is blessed with some of Asia’s most beautiful beaches after all. But there is so …
Raja Ampat means “Four Kings” in Malay, and is a group of hundreds of tiny islands and four main islands – Misool, Salawati, Batanta and Waigeo. Located near the Australian continent, these islands are relatively untouched by human interference and …
