Posts Tagged ‘traveling’
Something about Bali
The Balinese already know that there is something special about Bali. It’s interesting when “outside visitors” make their way there – often from very long distances – and end up finding themselves or learning more about the world. Whether [Read More]
Foreign Embassies & Consulates in Jakarta, Indonesia
Some general advice for foreigners in Indonesia or those planning to travel to the country is listed below along with directory information for various embassies and consulates in Jakarta: ADVICE - Some embassies and consulates require that you make an appointment [Read More]
Online & Print News Sources in Indonesia
I compiled a list of current online and print news sources in Indonesia. The majority of the sources are in Bahasa Indonesia. A few sources like Inside Indonesia and The Jakarta Post are in English and thus quite popular with foreigners. If you have suggestions for [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]
Handy tool for calculating travel distance…
I came across a helpful tool for calculating travel distance and thought readers may be interested in trying it out. Step 1. In the text box beneath the map below, type in the city from which you are departing. Step 2. In the second text box, type in the location of the [Read More]
Keeping Healthy While Traveling or Living Abroad
Keeping healthy while traveling or living abroad is a priority. The following bits of advice are starting points to maintain one’s health and well-being in Indonesia. Please feel free to add more pearls of wisdom in the comments section at the end of this [Read More]
Hospitals in Indonesia
If you are in need of medical assistance whether for routine health care or emergencies, there are lots of hospitals and clinics throughout Indonesia. Hospitals in Indonesia vary in quality, care, and technology. Hospitals may or may not be tied to a specific [Read More]
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