Holiday In The Sun……

highlights

Helo again there peeps!

Hai there folks? How’s your holiday so far? Feeling a bit full on that lebaran cuisine? Well worry not folks, as your regular bars and hang-out spot will once again be regularly open. Say goodbye to drinking you beer over a tea cup, now you can enjoy Jakarta’s nightlife back in its fullest form.

With the visit of Barack Obama last week, Indonesia is in full swing with its relationship towards other countries. As you may have notice, we have been receiving plenty of visits from heads of states and presidents throughout the years, and things are looking good for us in Indonesia.

President Joko Widodo’s contribution to infrastructure planning has been taking its toll on us, as we are the one experiencing all the gridlocks due to infrastructure building, but all this for a better Indonesia? We’re up for it, at least our children will be able to enjoy Indonesia at its fullest potential.

And now, while we enjoy the rest of our holiday (our office will be back in full swing on the 3rd of July) please check back on our website for new recommendations, cool new restaurants and other tid-bits that we know you’ll love…….

We hope you’re staying safe!

Join our WNJ family by following our Instagram account @whatsnewjakarta, subscribing to our newsletter and sharing news from our website WhatsNewjakarta.com.

Cheers,

Gibran Sani
Content Director
gibran@whatsnewjakarta.com

from What's New Jakarta http://ift.tt/2uh7ZMP
via IFTTT

7 Best Waterparks in Jakarta and Surrounding Area

best polls in Jakartajakarta expatjakarta family guidejakarta poolrecommendationstourist attraction Jakartawaterparks jakarta

For a family-friendly splashing fun, head to one of these waterparks in and around Jakarta area. Please be aware that these parks can be extremely packed, as there hardly any quota for visitors, so visiting on weekdays is highly recommended.

1. Snowbay, Taman Mini

Don’t get fooled, the ‘snow’ in the name only refers to the visual theme of the park, but it’s actually a full fledge waterpark located in the Taman Mini Indonesia Indah complex. There are 4 types of water sliding arenas for kids or adults, a relaxing Typhon River, a hot water pool, and many more water attractions.

Price:
Adult: Rp. 120,000 (Mon-Fri) Rp. 150,000 (Weeekends & public holiday)
Kids (85-115cm tall): Rp. 100,000 (Mon-Fri) Rp. 120,000 (Weeekends & public holiday)

Jl. Pintu II, Komplek Taman Mini Indonesia Indah, East Jakarta 13560
Phone:(021) 87783530
Open Daily: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

2. Pondok Indah Water Park (The Wave)

Located right next to Pondok Indah Mall, this waterpark is the go to detination for many living in South Jakarta. After a massive renovation, it now offers world class water rides such as the Water Rider, a mini water surfing simulation, the Aqua Play, Wave Pool & Sandy beach, Wizzard Slide, Lazy River, Tube Slide and a 1.000 sqm Olympic Swiming Pool.

Price:
Rp. 100,000 (Mon-Fri) Rp. 150,000 (Weeekends & public holiday)
After 6 pm: Rp. 50.000 (Mon-Thu), Rp 75.000 (Fri-Sun & Public Holidays)

Jl. Metro Pondok Indah, South Jakarta (Next to PIM I & Street Gallery)
Open Daily: 06.00 – 21.00

3. The Jungle Adventure, Bogor

Make a short fun-filled family weekend getaway to Bogor, ans stop by at this popular waterpark: The Jungle Adventure has plenty of attractions for kids such as the kiddy pool, with mini slides and bucket splash. In addition to the many water attractions, The Jungle also features a bird park with exotic Indonesian birds.

Price:
Monday-Friday: Rp. 40,000
Weekends: Rp. 60,000
Holiday season: Rp. 75,000

Jalan Bogor Nirwana Boulevard Dreded Pahlawan, Perumahan Bogor Nirwana Resident, Bogor
Phone:(0251) 8212666
Open Daily: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

from What's New Jakarta http://ift.tt/1MQMpks
via IFTTT

Hotel Santika Premiere Bintaro Media Associates Breakfasting

santika hotel bintaro

Bintaro, 21^st Juni 2017- The month of Ramadan is full of worship activities. Between the density of both work and worship activities, media partners gathered to breakfasting together with Hotel Santika Premiere Bintaro on Wednesday June 21, 2017 at the legendary Kembang Sepatoe Restaurant well known for its traditional cuisine. The close- knit relationship between the media associates and Hotel Santika Premiere Bintaro makes the exchange of information and communication very easy. This activities was attended by 15 media associates in a warm and festive atmosphere and closed by taking pictures together.

“Ramadhan Kareem at Hotel Santika Premiere Bintaro is full of activities and promotions. Therefore the relationship with media associates is very meaningful to share information and stories in the midst of their busy occupations. It’s great that we can gather all the media associates to stay in the Hotel Santika Premiere Bintaro”, said Soniya Ana, Public Relations Executive of Hotel Santika Premiere Bintaro.

HOTEL SANTIKA PREMIERE BINTARO
Jl. Prof Dr. Satrio Blok B7/A3-01 CBD Bintaro Jaya, South Tangerang 15224, Indonesia

from What's New Jakarta http://ift.tt/2tvIozS
via IFTTT

Through The Looking Glass….

highlights

Helo again there peeps!

Some of you will be on your way back to your hometown for the lebaran exodus, but many of you will also be staying put in the city throughout the holiday. We can safely say that it’s the best decision you can make! Every year, although the first day will see traffic gridlock from the morning, the rest of the lebaran holiday traffic in Jakarta is actually a lot more bearable than other times of the year (we notice it during Christmas too, but avoid the malls).

Perhaps it’s best to re-connect with your loved ones, with your family, and enjoy a little holiday of your own. What do you say to a little reading time? Or maybe plan your year-end travel? As you may have noticed we’ve spruced up our travel mpiece by also giving our curated recommendations on where to go, where to stay and how to make the most out of your holiday. And because we are a bunch of holiday-bums, we love reviewing our travels every now and then, so stay put for more interesting stories on our travels, our travel-wish and much much more…..

For our Moslem friends we personally wish you a peaceful Eid-al-Fitr 1 Syawal 1438 H……have a safe holiday!

Join our WNJ family by following our Instagram account @whatsnewjakarta, subscribing to our newsletter and sharing news from our website WhatsNewjakarta.com.

Cheers,

Gibran Sani
Content Director
gibran@whatsnewjakarta.com

READ COMPLETE NEWSLETTER HERE

from What's New Jakarta http://ift.tt/2trSx0J
via IFTTT

6 Best Indian Restaurants in Jakarta

best diningbest indian restaurants in jakartarecommendations

Indian restaurants are relatively easy to find in Jakarta. But which one are the best?! Here is our recommendation for best Indian restaurants in Jakarta:

1. Ganesha ek Sanskriti

Ganesha Kemang was started in 2007. The restaurants have a very romantic ambience. Ganesha’s bar offers you a variety of wines and other liquor to make your evening memorable with your family, friends and office colleagues/partners. At Ganesha ek sanskriti, they are making a unique blend of hospitality and culture, whereby authentic Indian food is served with ethnicity. Experience an Indian hospitality.

Kemang Square 2nd floor
Jl. Kemang Raya No. 5, Jakarta
Phone: 021 719 6836, 719 6837
Lunch: 11.30 am – 3pm (Monday to Friday)
12pm – 3pm (Saturday & Sunday)
Dinner: 5pm – 10pm (Sunday to Thursday)
5pm – 11pm (Friday & Saturday)
FB: ganeshaeksanskriti

2. Queen’s Tandoor

Queens Tandoor offers you the culture of India at the heart of Indonesia providing an ambiance filled with tradition through its original décor, soothing music, deliciously spiced dishes, thirst-quenching drinks, sweet-tooth desserts; all from the so much loved – India. The ‘fusion’ fever has travelled into many restaurants all around the world. Queens Tandoor too has created a special fusion blend of Indian and Chinese Cuisine creating a menu so rich and unique for first timers.

Permata Plaza Jl MH. Thamrin Kav 57, Jakarta
Phone: 021 390 328 788
Open: Sun-Sat 10.30am-3pm and 6-11:30pm

Sunlake Hotel Jalan Danau Permai Raya Blok C, Sunter
Phone: 021 6583 1477
Open Sun-Sat 10.30am-3pm and 6-11:30pm

FB: Queens Tandoor
http://ift.tt/2lug1QR

Book your table at: 

3. Man Aur Tan

The romantic & classy Indian Restaurant with an ambience of royal palace creates an atmosphere of being served as kings and queens. We provide our honourable customers an authentic taste of North India, it creates a nostalgic environment and relaxed attitude.

Manhattan Hotel, 6th Floor Jl.Prof Dr.Satrio No 1 Jakarta
Phone: 021 3004 0888
Open Sun-Sat 12 pm-11 pm

4. Kinara $$$

The venue of choice for lovers of the finer things of life, Kinara offers patrons a variety of superb dining and entertainment options all available at one fabulous location. The word Kinara has varied interpretations: in Hindi it translates into edge, in Punjabi riverbank. Kinara can also mean shoreline or meeting point. First established in Singapore, Kinara is a celebration of Indian culture in all its tingling diversity that brings the best of Indian cuisine, music, decor and ambience to you our valued guests.

Jl. Kemang Raya No. 78-B Jakarta
Phone: 021 719 2677
Open Sun-Sat 10am-10pm

5. Koh-E-Noor

Kooh-e-Noor is a modest eatery that can accommodate up to 100 diners. Its walls are decorated with Indian ornaments and paintings, and pink and maroon appear to be the official colors. The walls, marble floor, ceiling and tablecloths are all one of these two colors.

Pasar Festival Ground floor 03-04 Jl. Rasuna Said C-22 Jakarta
Phone: 021 527 6531
Open Sun-Sat 10am-10pm

6. The Royal Kitchen

The Royal Kitchen serve generous helpings of its signature North Indian dishes, vegetarian or non-vegetarian in a modern and tasteful ambiance. You can chill at the bar while watching the activities in their open tandoor kitchen.

THE BELLAGIO BOUTIQUE MALL Ground Floor 16
Jl. Kawasan Mega Kuningan Barat Kav.3-5, Jakarta Selatan
Email: info@theroyalkitchenjakarta.com
Phone: +62 21 30029975
http://ift.tt/1DlMief

from What's New Jakarta http://ift.tt/1WnZ7hK
via IFTTT

The Weekly Playlist

#features#pressplayhighlights

Check out some tunes that should be high on your radar during the holiday…..have a good one, and keep an open mind!

 

The War On Drugs – Holding On

Zola Jesus – Exhumed

The National – The System Only Dreams In Total Darkness

Haim – Want You Back

Jens Lekman – How We Met, The Long Version

Julie Byrne – Follow My Voice

Mark Pritchard – Light Bodied

Nightmares On Wax – You Wish

Marvin Gaye – Inner City Blues (Make Me Wanna Holler)

Charles Bradley – Changes (Black Sabbath Cover)

from What's New Jakarta http://ift.tt/2rBRs57
via IFTTT

Enjoy the Perfect Family Weekend Getaway at Aryaduta Lippo Village

Nothing’s more enjoyable than a weekend away with your loved ones. Get ready for a weekend of relaxation, rejuvenation and fun activities to escape the hustle and bustle of hectic city life at Aryaduta Lippo Village.

Aryaduta Lippo Village is one of Tangerang’s best retreats to refresh your senses. We offer Aryaduta Weekender package starting from Rp 799.000nett/night and Rp 1.299.000nett/two nights. This package includes daily buffet breakfast for two adults and two kids aged 16 years and under, complimentary Wi-Fi, mini bar on arrival, kids goodie bag, 20% discount on F&B, free access to our Country Club facilities which are nestled within a lush tropical garden.

Our Panda Club provides activities for children from 1.5 – 12 years of age and is supported by facilities designed to stimulate young minds, motor skills and creativity. Kids can enjoy a variety of activities such as coloring, drawing, crafting, cooking class and magic show.

Let’s immerse yourself in our enchanting greenery environment!
Aryaduta Lippo Village

Lippo Karawaci 1300, Boulevard Jend. Sudirman No.401, Bencongan, Kelapa Dua, Tangerang, Banten 15811

www.aryaduta.com

Info.lippovillage@aryaduta.com reservation.lippovillage@aryaduta.com

Ph. +62 21 546 0101 Fax.+62 21 546 0201

from What's New Jakarta http://ift.tt/2tM6XIa
via IFTTT

LetsMoveIndonesia: Jakarta’s Most Trusted Real Estate Agency

highlightsjakarta expatjakarta expat guidejakarta relocationliving in jakarta

LetsMoveIndonesia has quickly become the Expatriate Real Estate Agency of choice for renting and buying property in Jakarta and prides itself on its ethical approach to the property market and customer service.

LMI’s story dates back to 2013 when the founder Gary Joy tried to find property in Jakarta. As an expatriate himself, he found that the service levels of the agents and the code of conduct they went by wasn’t good enough. It was difficult finding an agency that could be trusted and provide a professional service.

In 2016 http://ift.tt/2sJDGSb launched with the intention of providing the most ethical and customer focused experience possible and has since grown from strength to strength opening their second office in February 2017.

What’s New Jakarta hears from Gary Joy about how LMI has been so successful and what types of service they offer.

GJ: We founded LMI with the intention of trying to help provide both Indonesian’s and expatriates a better level of service in the property sector. We believe in creating long lasting relationships with all our clients, rather than make quick sales. Special attention is taken to ensure everyone we deal with is treated professionally at all times, whilst providing an unrivalled level of customer service.

Unlike the traditional practices of the past, we do not charge ‘bule’ prices or hike up the property prices for our own personal gain. We also provide a whole of market service, which means; if we don’t personally represent a property you like, we will search the entire market and find it for you. Ultimately, we save our customers the stress of having to search themselves or use multiple agents.

Our tag line is “Finding your new home, has never been easier”, something our happy customers will testify to.

In 2017, we also launched our Relocation Services, which specialises in helping people move to Indonesia and get settled. This particular market is competitive; however, we are proud to offer an exceptional service at a fraction of the price of our competitors. Our relocations team is made up of experienced professionals, all with the dream of shaking up this sector and making it more affordable, yet personable.

Our services include: Property Sales and Rentals, Immigration Services, Home & School Search, Furniture & Vehicle Rental, Settling in Programmes, Airport Pick Ups, Departure Programmes, PT & PMA Set up, Language Training, Cross-Cultural Training. We truly can help everyone!

If you would like to contact the LetsMoveIndonesia team, you can pop into their branch located In Bellagio Mall, Upper Ground Floor, Mega Kuningan, or you can check out their website: http://ift.tt/2sJDGSb Call: 021 300 297 27 or drop them an Email: info@letsmoveindonesia.com

from What's New Jakarta http://ift.tt/2sJrlxr
via IFTTT

What a great night last Friday at Flow Jakarta! JFWL members, together with Jakarta Business Networkers, were able to meet up and enjoy a delicious dinner prepared by Flow Jakarta. In a fun session with guest speakers, members also able to learn how to be a better professional networker. Hopefully everyone now knows how to put their best smiles and best ‘scent’, obliviously sandalwood, when meeting new people in town!

Thank you for everyone who came despite the unforgiving traffic, and congratulations to the winners of our famous doorprize; vouchers from Mario Minardi, beautiful clothes from Kain, and a grand prize of one-night stay voucher at Sheraton Kuta!

from What's New Jakarta http://ift.tt/2rGGj7h
via IFTTT

Travel: Swimming with Whale Sharks in Indonesia

Ayana Midplaza Jakarta Welcomes Mr. Denny Tanaka As Executive Assistant F & B

JAKARTA (JUNE 2017) – Described as a dynamic food and beverage professional, Mr. Denny Tanaka joins AYANA’s management team in April 2017 to helm the hotel’s food and beverage department.

His  broad experience in several countries, namely Dubai, Fiji, Bahrain and his home country of Japan, Tanaka now plans to call Jakarta home. His recent experience in Fiji, where he led a team of 240 colleagues during the expansion and re-positioning of the resort’s dining and entertainment makes Tanaka a valuable team player as AYANA continues to transition from InterContinental MidPlaza Jakarta.

Tanaka has been involved in management at InterContinental Hotels Group since 2005, when he began his career with the company at InterContinental Tokyo. From 2008 to 2010, Tanaka is credited with spearheading the rebranding of ANA to InterContinental hotel group.

Since then, Tanaka has traveled the world. His unique management experiences include being part of the Executive Committee at InterContinental Regency Bahrain from 2011-2013, where he led the department to re-open an iconic property. In 2013, Tanaka re-located to Dubai, where he was responsible for the entire food & beverage operation and a team of 350 colleagues, inclusive of kitchen, service and administration. He led the opening of the hotel’s 13^th restaurant, a new Brazilian concept, along with several restaurant renovation projects.

At AYANA Midplaza JAKARTA, Tanaka will oversee AYANA Midplaza Jakarta through various aspects of the hotel’s operations.

In his spare time, Tanaka enjoys outdoor activities such as jogging, fishing and playing golf. He also likes to explore many other countries for leisure and work. He also looks forward to getting to know Indonesian people and their culture, as he finds that Indonesia’s culture is warm, which is most suitable for the hospitality industry.

from What's New Jakarta http://ift.tt/2sgRfal
via IFTTT