Latitudes Magazine online focuses on Southeast Asia. Click on the image above for free access to the site.Posts Tagged ‘living abroad’
Social Life in Jakarta & Beyond
What is there to do in Jakarta and elsewhere? Where can I go to be entertained, get fit, or make new friends? Read the following tips for answers to these questions, and please feel free to make corrections or add suggestions in the comments box. Thank you / terima kasih! [Read More]
Candi & Pura (Temples) in Indonesia
Buddhism and Hinduism have had long histories in Indonesia. In Bahasa Indonesia, “candi” refers to ancient Hindu and/or Buddhist temples. The term can also be applied to non-religious structures dated from the same historical periods. “Pura” is [Read More]
Safety & Security While Traveling
General advice about safety and security while traveling is listed below. If you have more suggestions or corrections, please feel free to submit your comments in the text box after the post. Keep extra copies of important documents locked in your room/apartment/house. [Read More]
Latitudes Magazine Online
One of the editors of Latitudes – Emma Kwee – recently provided the following background information about the online magazine (08/17/2011): Latitudes Online is a concept inspired by the renowned bi-monthly magazine focusing on Indonesian culture. The [Read More]
Cross-Cultural Adjustment
Notes on the Topic of Cross-Cultural Adjustment: Cross-cultural adjustment is often a gradual and ongoing process filled with a variety of feelings such as happiness, excitement, anticipation, fear, tension, confusion, restlessness, frustration, etc. Almost all people in a [Read More]
House Hunting
Finding appropriate housing in Indonesia can be a challenge, especially if one is new to the country. The general tips in this post are meant to ease the process. Additional suggestions are most welcome in the comments box at the end. The housing process can be [Read More]
For the Foodies Out There
When it comes to food, Indonesians typically love to eat and cook and talk about food and host and share and teach and learn. Indonesia is a lovely place for foodies. Please find below food-related resources and information of potential interest… BOOKS: * [Read More]
Beasiswa Indonesia (Scholarships, Fellowships, & Stipends)
Locating scholarships, fellowships, and stipends can be a difficult process for Indonesian students who are interested in studying abroad. While it is possible to obtain funding, students will have to conduct a lot of research to find the best opportunities. The [Read More]
Looking for employment in Indonesia or Southeast Asia?
Hopefully the following list of websites will be helpful to you in your search for employment in Indonesia or other countries in Southeast Asia. For foreigners in particular, remember that it is important to secure the appropriate government visas and permissions [Read More]
Volunteering Abroad in Indonesia
There is a wide variety of volunteer opportunities in Indonesia. Whatever your favorite cause (be it the environment, children, economic development, education, women’s issues, etc.), there’s a good chance of locating a matching group to support in the [Read More]
