This is the second and final part of the quick guide to Moving to Jakarta. Today we will discuss what to bring and culture shock and everyday life in the Big Durian. Moving to Jakarta without Losing your Mind Part 2 What to Bring? 1. Medicine and Baby Supplies Would you recommend I stock up … Continue reading
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So, you are moving to Jakarta, now what???
I bet a number of you are doing some research before you move to the new place you call home. I know I did before we moved to Bangkok and then to Jakarta. I try to be as prepared as I can, especially if I’m moving with kids. A fellow soon-to-be expat mom, Magdalena who’s … Continue reading
{JakartaForKids} Kidzania
I have yet to explain to Evan what citizenship is. After all, he was made in Germany, born in Thailand to an American dad and a Mexican mom and is currently living in Indonesia. The good thing about being a kid is that you can be a citizen of the world and not have to … Continue reading
Shopping Malls in Jakarta
As I’ve mentioned before a lot of our spare time in Jakarta is spent at the malls. Here’s a short informative article I wrote about the Shopping Malls in Jakarta for the Expat Arrivals Website. I hope you find it useful! Malls in Jakarta With an enormous array of shopping centers encompassing the super chic … Continue reading
{JakartaForKids} Sea World
The first time we visited Jakarta Evan was just 9 months old. We were still living in Bangkok at the time and joined my husband on a work trip. We “lived” in Jakarta for a bit over a month and got a sneak peek of life in the Big Durian. During that time I discovered … Continue reading
Bali For Babies and Big Babies
Bali… Honeymooners’ paradise, backpackers’ cloud nine, spring-breakers ruin. When families consider taking a leap and visiting Bali they are not sure what to expect for their children outside the confinements of their gorgeous resorts. I felt the same way the first time I visited Bali. Granted, I was pregnant and had been in Indonesia for … Continue reading
Agro-Tourism in Bali, the coolest kind of Tourism for Kids
Who would have thought that a 2 year old would have more fun looking at plantations than playing at the beach? This was our experience as we visited Bali Pulina in the gorgeous mountainous area of Bali. We had hired a driver for the day and when I mentioned to him I would like to … Continue reading
{BaliForKids} Miniapolis Bali
I’m a big fan of the Miniapolis chain of playgrounds in Jakarta. We love visiting Miniapolis in Plaza Indonesia because it’s really close to home and we know it’s always going to be a hit among the toddlers. We also like to visit Giggle at the FX mall and particularly enjoy the water play area. … Continue reading
Volunteer Oportunities in Indonesia
A brief introduction to becoming a helping hand in Indonesia. You can find the article on the Expat Quotes website. Volunteer Oportunities in Indonesia Indonesia is a very culturally rich country full of life and unique traditions, however socio-economic disparities permeate every aspect of Indonesian peoples’ lives. Disparities of the levels of education, health and … Continue reading
Pak Dase: the Puppet Maker of Bogor
If you are looking to be immersed in traditional kampung life and find a traditional handmade souvenir from Indonesia you have to follow the winding kampung streets of Bogor just north of the botanical gardens to find a whimsical factory where Bapak Dase works eagerly every day to provide locals and visitors alike with a … Continue reading
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