The festive holiday season is just around the corner, and if you’re planning a cozy year-end staycation, we’ve got you covered. Here are the top year-end staycation deals in Jakarta.

For those opting to ring in the new year with a night out, let’s welcome 2025 with a bang. Here are some of the top New Year’s parties in Jakarta, New Year's in Bali, New Year's in Bandung, and New Year's in Yogyakarta. Stay tuned as we will keep updating the lists.

The festive spirit is already in full swing. Here, we present the best Christmas feasts in Jakarta, Christmas feasts in Bali, Christmas feasts in Bandung, Christmas feasts in Surabaya, and Christmas feasts in Yogyakarta.

With over 25 years of international leadership experience, Gilles Tressens has led major properties. Now as General Manager of Swissôtel Living Jakarta Mega Kuningan, he brings a democratic leadership style, sharp strategic mindset, and strong passion for talent development. What’s New Jakarta recently sat down with Gilles for an exclusive one-on-one interview. Read our full interview with Gilles Tressens.

This Friday, Bar Monroe and What’s New Jakarta present the Monroe Society Holiday Season featuring Sip Sensei. Don’t miss the Early Christmas Cheers, complete with festive pours and uplifting tunes from Max Don.

On Wednesday, December 3rd 2025, What’s New Bali experienced a delightful new culinary moment at AMICI. Blending sweet indulgence, refined culinary flair, and playful cocktails, it’s a fresh and memorable way to enjoy an afternoon and evening in Bali.

Karangasem has a special talent for staying low-key while quietly showing off some of Bali’s most beautiful coastlines. This corner of East Bali delivers beach experiences that feel personal, scenic, and refreshingly unfiltered. Here is a curated roundup of the best beaches in Karangasem.

The Directorate General of Immigration has tightened passport requirements for ex-foreign citizens who have obtained Indonesian citizenship. Clarity is required regarding any immigration documents previously held while still a foreign national. They must now provide additional supporting documents.

Meanwhile, Indonesia has introduced a transformative new policy for foreigners with deep ties to the country. The Global Citizen of Indonesia (GCI) now allows eligible foreign nationals to stay indefinitely without giving up their original citizenship.