For years, Jakarta’s reputation was dominated by two things: traffic and scale. A megacity of 30 million people, endlessly sprawling, perpetually gridlocked. Conversations about the…

Indonesia, an archipelago made up of over 17,000 islands and 38 provinces, is a nation that exemplifies the phrase “Unity in Diversity.” Home to more…

Indonesia’s first high-speed rail service, Whoosh, is off to a strong start in 2025 especially among foreign passengers. As reported by Indonesia Expat (2024), the…

Your first morning in Jakarta or Bali might catch you off guard. There’s no toast on the counter, no cereal in the cabinet instead, the…

Just off the coast of Jakarta lies a paradise that few outsiders know about—Kepulauan Seribu, or Thousand Islands. Despite its proximity to the bustling capital,…

Jakarta, the sprawling capital city of Indonesia, is famous for many things—its vibrant culture, its delicious street food, its rapid economic growth—but perhaps nothing defines…

Supermarkets for Expats in Jakarta: The Real Scoop When you search online for supermarkets in Jakarta, you’ll likely stumble upon “premium” supermarkets that cater to…

Jakarta expands regional mobility with the introduction of a new intercity bus service linking the capital to Bekasi. Officially announced in May 2025, this route…

Air pollution in Jakarta is once again drawing serious attention. As of June 2025, air quality across Greater Jakarta including Bekasi, Depok, and Tangerang has…

1. Communication is KEY! English-Speaking Agents Are Crucial One of the main challenges when renting in Indonesia is the language barrier. While many Indonesians have…