What is The Future of Jakarta?
There are some things you can predict with certainty. Some not at all. With organisation comes order. With order comes predictability. With predictability comes certainty. So where does that leave Jakarta? Well organisation has become almost impossible since so many crucial do- by dates have passed. The whole mass transit system is so totally behind,
The Westin Jakarta, Settled On The Iconic Tallest Building in Indonesia
Opulence gets another meaning with the arrival of The Westin in Jakarta. Opening its doors last month, The Westin Jakarta aims to bring the highest level of excellence service, aptly complemented by the fact that it occupies levels 50 to 69 of Gama Tower, also currently known as the tallest building in the Capital. With
Jakarta Welcomes Four Points
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc., along with PT Thamrin Ekspress Indonesia announced the opening of Four Points Jakarta, Thamrin. The opening marks the first Four Points property in Jakarta, and the sixth in Indonesia. “Built for the smart, independent business traveler, Four Points continues to offer our guests exactly what they need while on
An Interview with H.E. MR. Tanizaki Yasuaki, Ambassador of Japan to Indonesia
As a veteran diplomat, Japanese Ambassador to Indonesia Mr. Tanizaki Yasuaki needs no introduction on how to navigate through this country’s political intricacies. He had come to Jakarta after successful stints in Austria, the Philippines, Russia, Germany and Vietnam, bringing with him fresh ideas on how to move Japanese-Indonesian relations forward. Now entering his third
Farewell to Dan Roberts
After spending a half of his life in Indonesia, the founder and executive director of the social circus NGO for Indonesian underprivileged kids and adolescents Red Nose Foundation (RNF), Dan Roberts, is going back to his homeland in the US as the organization is going on a new direction without him. He can still recall
Britcham Professional Women’s Group
BritCham held a Professional Women’s Group event in July with the theme Purpose Driven Leadership: “Leadership is not about Techniques, but about Self-Discovery.” on July 29th. This special event included the key note speaker, Mr. Eloy Zalukhu, MBA (Managing Director of Sales Institute & Capstone, Theocentric Motivator, Leadership Coach, Sales Training Expert & Author of
Collaboration For Cleaner Environment In Bali’s Big Eco Weekend 2016
Staying true to their commitment to contribute in protecting the environment, Coca-Cola Amatil Indonesia and Quiksilver Indonesia strengthen their commitment to work hand in hand with local government, communities, and environmental warriors to keep Bali’s beaches clean and safe. Since 2007, the Bali Beach Clean Up (BBCU) crew have been cleaning the shorelines of Kuta,
Walking Into The Wild
Arjun Bhogal is on a mission. In 2012, he and a university friend challenged themselves to travel from their hometown in Cardiff, South Wales, United Kingdom, to New South Wales in Australia. Conventional travellers they were not. Instead of getting on the plane, the duo chose to travel by foot, turning their planned trip into
Intercontinental Hotel Jakarta Midplaza’s Grand Ballroom
After nine months of renovation, the five-star luxurious InterContinental Hotel Jakarta MidPlaza finally welcomes its new Grand Ballroom to cater any of your special events. The spacious Grand Ballroom can accommodate over 1,500 guests for business meetings or conferences. Highly decorated with crystal chandeliers and specially-chosen carpets, all the gorgeous ornaments emphasize the hotel’s commitment
The Hermitage Hotel, Jakarta Announces New General Manager
The Hermitage, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, Jakarta is excited to announce the the appointment of Mr. Sven Fitjer as General Manager. After succesfully leading The Laguna Resort and Spa, a Luxury Collection Hotel in Bali as Hotel Manager, Mr. Fitjer will be bringing on board over 20 years of industry experience from around the world;
Santika Indonesia Hotels And Resorts: Commitment to Perfection
Since its establishment on 22 August 1981, Santika Indonesia Hotels and Resorts has been consistently reaffirming its prominence in the country’s hospitality industry. A subsidiary of the national media giant Kompas Gramedia, which also possesses numerous business units that include book stores, publishing, education and more, the highly reputable hotel chain now houses several entities:
Japan Economy At A Glance
Among other countries in Asia, Japan economic show its promising future from year to year, especially after having achieved remarkable growth in the second half of the 20th Century after the devastation of the Second World War. From the nominal GDP released earlier this year, Japan economy is considered to be the third-largest in the
Brother Indonesia, At Your Side
In 1908, Brother International Limited Japan made its mark in Japan as a sewing machine corporation. Following a period of successful growth, the company then expanded to the United States of America, where it established a regional sales company. Soon, Brother extended its wings in Europe, Australia, Taiwan, Vietnam and other Asian countries, before eventually
