The largest, most vibrant and well-visited artisan market in Australia lies in Eumundi, Queensland. Starting with a mere three stalls in 1979, it now thrives to hold over 600 stalls attracting a dizzying annual visitation of 1.6 million people.  Photo courtesy of JIS PEDULI/NOW!JAKARTA The Original Eumundi Market provides a varied arrangement of culinary choices,

Dubai has a fast-growing reputation as a paradise for shoppers and foodies, thanks to its plethora of shopping centres – from affordable markets to luxury malls – and an endless list of dining destinations – from lip-smacking bites at roadside shacks to world-class restaurants. Dubai truly owns it.  Home to people from more than 200

Australia is not only home to the world’s oldest living culture, but boasts incredible diversity and beauty, creating a host of ‘bucket-list’ experiences all over the country. These range from the vast spaces of wilderness in this huge country and immense natural biodiversity, to the best beaches to swim and relax, the finest surfing –

Often referred to as “Pearl of the Adriatic Sea”, Dubrovnik’s well-preserved buildings in its distinctive Old Town radiate historic flair and medieval charm. But since the unparalleled success of HBO show “Game of Thrones”, the surge of tourists flocking to the city has almost become too much to stomach. Photo by Katrin Figge/NOW!JAKARTA Not too

February can be a tough month for couples trying to show their grand gesture of love. New couples commonly struggle to find ways to impress, while older ones usually strive to keep the romance alive and avoid the same old routines. Personally, I think the best Valentine’s Day gift is to travel together as a

Petty Elliott not only recalls some dining experiences in this unique city but also interrogated former residents as to where to find memorable meals. Hong Kong is a culinary crucible with all the best regional cuisines from the mainland – available again as the seasons come and go. Few would ever question the standing of

“For many of us who have lived in the East for some time, Cathay Pacific IS Hong Kong, it represents the amazing combination of oriental heritage with modern efficiency that defines Hong Kong culture”, writes Alistair Speirs, who recently re-discovered the delights of Cathay Pacific’s business class on his way to and from Hong Kong.

Still at first, but unable to comprehend the seemingly orchestrated symphony of the trembling walls – experiencing the Jakarta 4.7 magnitude earthquake made me realize that Nepal had endured an earthquake twice that magnitude in 2015. The sense of arriving impeccable and unimpaired, but departing anguished and enlightened with a handful of lessons, allowed me

There are some cities that are just made for tourists. Cities that combine history with culture, great views with great walks, fashion and food, mystery and intrigue and just plain  excitement. Hong Kong is one of them. Sophisticated but still raw, combining the ultimate in Asian hospitality with the old traditions of the east. It

Thanks to its unique East-Meets-West environment, Hong Kong is not only recognised as Asia’s business hub, but also the region’s lifestyle trendsetter. Its one-of-a-kind, vibrant lifestyle has been spreading into Indonesia, where an expanding variety of Hong Kong brands and products are available, to the delight of local consumers.  With its unique, vibrant lifestyle, Hong

Hong Kong is a global hub for trade, finance, aviation and shipping and has nurtured new areas for growth such as creative industries, arts, culture and innovation and technology. Photo courtesy of Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC)/NOW!JAKARTA Hong Kong houses the world’s leading fashion brands. To reinforce Hong Kong’s status as a city of design

Thanks to its endless attractions and facilities that never fail to wow any spectator, Singapore remains a leading option for travellers heading to Southeast Asia.  Naufal presented his painting in "RISING 50 The Contemporary Art of Singapore & Indonesia" Exhibition at World Trade Center Jakarta. Photos courtesy of Singapore Tourism Board/NOW!JAKARTA  Singapore’s tourism performance has broken