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The insanely beautiful island captivates the few tourists that venture from its more renowned neighbour island – Bali. Flores, Indonesia, has long been overshadowed by Bali but it is now stepping into the spotlight as a distinct destination in its own right. Here, you can immerse yourself in crystal-clear lakes and stunning waterfalls, dive into … Read more
The “Island of the Gods” needs urgent attention. Image: Bloomberg 5 min read Last Updated : Sep 16 2024 | 7:14 AM IST By Karishma Vaswani Bali is broken. These days, the jewel in Indonesia’s crown of sun-kissed islands is less paradise, more parking lot. Tourists are bringing in much-desired revenue, but there’s … Read more
Crowds cheered on Friday night as a group of Indonesian transgender women showed off glittering gowns in a beauty pageant held almost entirely in secret to avoid unwanted attention from hardliners in the Muslim-majority nation. I am happy, but I want to cry as well … I didn’t expect this Miss Transgender Indonesia Twenty-eight-year-old Pie … Read more
With its towering limestone clifftops and crystal clear turquoise water, Kelingking is regularly ranked as the world’s most beautiful beach. But few tourists actually reach the pristine white sands on the Indonesian idyll of Nusa Penida, a short boat ride from Bali. That’s because the beach can only be accessed by a gruelling 30-minute descent down … Read more
Indonesia is halting new hotel construction in parts of Bali due to overtourism concerns. Bali saw nearly 3 million international visitors in the first half of this year. Its governor said the aim is to promote “quality” tourism amid incidents of foreigners acting badly. Indonesia says it will suspend the construction of new hotels in … Read more
BALI, Indonesia, Sept. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Hilton Bali Resort, a 27-acre cliffside retreat in serene Nusa Dua, has expanded its prestigious collection of dining venues with the launch of Elara, a new adults-only seaside lounge and bar inspired by the timeless allure of the Mediterranean. Elara’s debut completes the resort’s comprehensive renovation, which also includes … Read more
Indonesian model Monalisa Sembor remembers how she used to stand for hours in front of a mirror as a little girl, wondering if she was pretty. Every time she went with her mother to the local hair salon in Wamena, Papua, Indonesia she asked if she could get her tight, springy ringlets straightened. “My mother, … Read more
“Proclaiming the Gospel does not mean imposing or opposing one’s faith to that of others,” Francis said in his meeting with bishops, clergy, and pastoral workers in Jakarta cathedral. Calling a catechist to him, he said that catechists carry the Church forward. “What keeps the world going is not the self-interest, it is the charity … Read more
The pontiff left Rome on the long flight to Jakarta. Tomorrow he will arrive at the nunciature; on Wednesday morning, he will be officially welcomed at the Presidential Palace. For President Joko Widodo, Francis is a “top figure” with whom he will discuss global issues, like Ukraine and Gaza”. Much hope is placed in the … Read more
By Amanda Bechara For Daily Mail Australia Published: 07:26 BST, 2 September 2024 | Updated: 07:26 BST, 2 September 2024 A secret archipelago with aquamarine water in Indonesia is the new ‘must-visit’ tropical destination for Aussies – and it’s been dubbed ‘heaven on earth’ by visitors. Raja Ampat, the ‘last paradise’ in the country’s northwest, is … Read more
