Introduction To Bali
Bali is known to be the "island of the gods", due to to its resemblance to one's imagination of what would be a tropical...
Personal Safety and Security Living in Indonesia
General Advice
It is important to develop a strong sense of security alertness and to modify your behaviour to the environment in which you...
Bali: Last Paradise on Earth
By Mehru Jaffer
At numerous art exhibitions showing constantly in Jakarta, it is so easy to single out the unique works of Balinese painters. They...
Ghatotkacha Statue in Bali
By Rosemarie John - Built in 1993, the colossal white statue of a mythological battle scene from the epic Mahabharata depicts Ghatotkacha, a courageous...
Get Your Dancing Shoes On!
By Rosemarie John – Known for its eclectic watering holes and depending on your nightlife style, there is a certain swagger to the way...
Plumbing and Water Treatment
If you are new to Jakarta you may have some questions about the plumbing system in your house and the quality of your water...
Keeping Your Swimming Pool Safe
Swimming pools at home are a luxury available in many high end houses in Jakarta. However, adequate measure and safety tips have to be...
Jakarta Facts
Jakarta, one of the busiest, commercial and tourist destinations in the Republic of Indonesia, covers a sprawling, 637.44 square km area. This city is...