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 capital city of West Sumatra, however, promises visitors with more than just fantastic culinary treats. …
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 were known as seafarers, having a fleet of ships to facilitate trades between Sulawesi and …
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 than 100 cities. Here are some of the important major cities in Java. Javanese Cultural …
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 Seminyak, Canggu offers a mix of chill surfer vibes, luxe villas, exciting restaurants, and Balinese …
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 been explored and anyone who has recently been to Bali knows that the island is …
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 as Mount Bromo and Borobudur Temple. However, they are not the only gems in Java. …
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 celebrated elaborately and lavishly.Tongkonan traditional house, which features a roof shaped like an upturned boat …
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 much more to Bali. Rich in culture, traditional handiwork, luscious nature, and ancient spirituality, and …
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 are blessed with spectacular coral reefs and beaches. There is no airport at Raja Ampat, …
Dragons do exist, and so does a volcano with three-coloured crater lakes – and they can be found on Flores island, located in East Nusa Tenggara province in Indonesia. While Indonesia is more famous for Bali and Yogyakarta, Flores should unquestionably be on your #1 list if you are looking for a destination full of …
