NOW! Jakarta

21/07/2025

📅 ACS Jakarta invites you to their upcoming Open Days in August 2025!

With the new West Campus opening next July, families are invited to explore educational opportunities at this new facility or their existing campus in Cilangkap.

Join to discover how the school can shape your child's future; Learn more about their curriculum, meet their dedicated educators, and explore their vibrant campus.

The passionate team at ACS Jakarta can’t wait to see you next month.

📝 To register, visitbit.ly/openhouseacsjkt

16/07/2025

📰 Leading global hospitality network BWH Hotels expands its presence in Indonesia with the opening of Best Western Setiabudhi Bandung.

Strategically located on Jalan Dr. Setiabudi, the hotel is surrounded by attractions, providing complete convenience for business and leisure travellers alike.

This includes Bandung City Centre (2km away), the Great Asia Africa Cultural Park (4.5km), the Floating Market (7.7km), and the active volcano and popular tourist area Tangkuban Perahu (22km).

💡 Read more here:

Leading global hospitality network BWH Hotels expanded its reach in Indonesia with the opening of Best Western Setiabudhi Bandung, a stylish new hotel in the vibrant city of Bandung, West Java. Strategically located on Jalan Dr. Setiabudi, the hotel is surrounded by attractions, providing complete c...

15/07/2025

🛫🎉 Japan Airlines Exclusive Travel Fair is back!

As Japan's iconic flag carrier, experience exceptional Japanese hospitality and convenience while you fly to one of their 199 local and international destinations.

Enjoy special offers for your next trip to Japan 🗼 and North America 🗽 with exclusive benefits from PermataBank, only at

📍Lippo Mall Puri, Atrium 2
📅 17 - 20 July 2025

Discounts are still available for non-Permata Bank holders, so save the date, and JAPAN AIRLINES (JAL) is looking forward to hosting you on your next global journey.

15/07/2025

👀 You've probably seen it before, but do you know its name?

This is Pangsi, the traditional attire of Betawi men.

It consists of a plain, loose-fitting shirt and oversized ankle-length pants.

While similar garments are worn across various Indonesian cultural groups, including the Sudanese and the Malay, the Betawi Pangsi stands out with its own diverse philosophy, heritage and symbolism that embodies the modest practicality of the Betawi people, while retaining a clean, dignified look.

Based on many sources, Pangsi was influenced by Chinese culture.

The name baju tikim is derived from the Hokkien term tui kim, while celana pangsi comes from phang si. These garments were originally worn by Chinese immigrants and were later adopted and adapted by local Betawi communities.

Want to read more?
💡 Read the whole story for free here: https://www.nowjakarta.co.id/pangsi-the-traditional-betawi-mens-attire/

Archive images courtesy of KITLV, Leiden University.

11/07/2025

🏓 Padel, running, and golf are just some of the sports transforming Jakarta’s social scene, changing how people meet, interact, and enjoy time outside of work.

More people are opting for 5 am runs rather than late nights out, and these social sports provide a peek into the evolving routines of Jakartans, highlighting an interesting cross-section between socialising and health/wellness.

Furthermore, there’s an uptick in the number of people being active according to Strava, with Indonesian users increasing tenfold in the past 5 years alone. Women especially showed a 20x increase.

Yes, sport has emerged as the city’s new social arena – but what is the driving force behind this burgeoning new movement?

Read about it here: https://www.nowjakarta.co.id/from-clubs-to-courts-the-rise-of-social-sports-in-jakarta/

10/07/2025

🥊 There’s a battle being fought on the Northern Coast of Jakarta.

This is a fight between Mother Nature and the coast’s inhabitants, who not only wrangle with an eroding coastline but also tenuous support from the government, threatened livelihoods, and more.

Indonesian photographers have turned their lenses toward these coastal communities, capturing powerful visual narratives that reveal the day-to-day realities of life on the frontlines.

Their images portray a complex story of resilience, vulnerability, and the evolving relationship between people and their shifting environment.

💡 Interested in reading more? Find out more in our latest story: https://www.nowjakarta.co.id/jakartas-coastals-capturing-life-at-the-edge-of-change/

Photographers featured: .ariani, Aan Melliana, & More

09/07/2025

🏃‍♂️💨 The Active City is our latest issue exploring Jakarta’s newfound love for fitness.

With a population of 27 million people, it’s hard to find a city more active than the Big Durian.

But how does that translate to personal, positive, and healthy activity?

We go into how well-equipped the city is for fitness, uncover the people and communities powering the fitness movement, and dip into a sea of recovery rituals, spas, and more.

Download and read NOW!, for free: https://payhip.com/b/V09aL

📖 We’re also running a special offer: new and existing subscribers of NOW! Jakarta will get a complimentary copy of our new 2025 School Directory + Apartment Guide included with this month’s issue of the magazine. So whether you buy 1 copy or subscribe for a year, we’ll include this for free (while stocks last).

08/07/2025

🎉 Over 2,700m² of inflatable fun is coming to Jakarta!

The world’s largest inflatable experience, The Big Bounce, finally hops into Indonesia in an epic collaboration with Ashley Hotel Group.

Making its home in P*K 2, the massive bounce playground, 275m giant obstacle courses, and exciting attractions for all ages, are calling you for an ultimate day out.

⚡️ Now you can turn it into a full-on getaway with a stay at an Ashley Hotel!

Hotel guests enjoy benefits like free entry to The Big Bounce and a stylish, complimentary private shuttle in a Golden Bird - BYD M6.

📍 P*K Community Park, P*K 2
🗓️ June 19 – July 20, 2025

Sleep well. Bounce high. Travel Free in Style!
Book now at ashleyhotelgroup.com or WhatsApp 0877 4038 5808.

07/07/2025

Bonjour, Blue Terrace.

Nestled in the heart of Jakarta’s bustling Jalan Sudirman, Blue Terrace reemerges with a fresh identity, now unveiled as a French Bistro offering Real French Food and a Casual Bistro Dining experience at AYANA Midplaza Jakarta.

Led by Chef Olivier Piganiol, a French native and the hotel’s Culinary Director, Blue Terrace brings an authentic taste of France to the city’s vibrant dining scene. Designed for cosmopolitan diners, the new concept blends the relaxed charm of a Parisian bistro with Jakarta’s urban rhythm, perfect for chic business lunches, leisurely brunches, or casual dinners with friends.

The menu celebrates timeless French classics, crafted with finesse and premium ingredients. Highlights include:

• Soupe à l’Oignon Gratinée – a rich, gratinated French onion soup with beef consommé and caramelized onions

• Raviole du Dauphiné – cheese-filled ravioli with pesto, walnuts, and crispy shallots

• Cabillaud rôti – roasted black cod with chorizo-parmesan crumbs, clams, and herb butter

• Profiteroles with Ambon vanilla ice cream and hot Jembrana chocolate sauce

• Blanc Manger à la Mangue – infused with lemongrass, Harum Manis mango, and kaffir lime

From warm hospitality to honest flavors, the new Blue Terrace invites you to experience the art of French bistro dining, joie de vivre, served daily.

📍 AYANA Midplaza Jakarta. Lobby Floor
🕛 Open daily for lunch & dinner

Discover more via AYANA Midplaza Jakarta

02/07/2025

🤿 This summer holiday, dive into an underwater adventure with Fraser Place Setiabudi Jakarta

Stay with the aparthotel and enjoy a fun-filled escape with your loved ones this school holiday through their Family Getaway Special, complete with 10% off Best Flexible Rate and exciting family-friendly perks:

1. Get 2 complimentary tickets to Jakarta Aquarium & Safari
2. Complimentary access to Kids DIY Activities every weekend at
3. Daily breakfast and full access to all facilities
4. And much more!

Use the promo code "HOLIDAY" to use this limited-time offer; exclusively at Fraser Place Setiabudi: https://www.frasershospitality.com/id/indonesia/jakarta/fraser-place-setiabudi-jakarta/offers/family-getaway-special/

01/07/2025

🩺 Looking for a trusted, internationally accredited clinic in Indonesia for you and your loved ones?

As the preferred partner of International SOS, SOS Medika provides comprehensive healthcare services, ranging from emergency care to medical check-ups and vaccinations.

Located in Jakarta and Bali, SOS Medika clinic is trusted by individuals and multinational organisations, offering day-to-day medical assistance, pre-employment health screenings, and workforce medical
certifications.

Language barriers? No problem! SOS Medika offers medical assistance in Japanese, French, German, Afrikaans, Dutch, Mandarin and Spanish.

During your visit, a dedicated medical professional will guide you
through every step, ensuring a smooth and worry-free experience.

SOS Medika is your one-stop healthcare solution, providing doctor consultations, laboratory tests, diagnostic imaging, and prescribed medications, all in one place.

Learn more here: https://linktr.ee/sosmedikaclinic

30/06/2025

🌊 Pristine Cruising in the Unspoilt Togean Islands

There are still places in Indonesia where the sea remains wild, coral gardens untouched, and the rhythm of life is set by tides, not traffic.

The Togean Islands, nestled in the heart of Central Sulawesi, offer exactly that: an escape not just from the city, but from everything hurried and expected.

Togean Safari Cruise offers a thoughtfully curated journey through this remote region, combining island-hopping, cultural immersion, and world-class snorkelling aboard a handcrafted wooden boat, Toki-Toki.

You’ll visit stilted sea villages, hike active volcanoes, and swim with stingless jellyfish, all without the stress of planning.

📖 Read the full story and discover how to join the cruise:
https://www.nowjakarta.co.id/pristine-cruising-in-the-unspoilt-togean-islands/