“It’s a representation of our heritage, Philippine culture, and of course, our highlight is the terno – different shapes of the terno,” Gonzales says of his collection. He was grateful for the support given to him by the Philippine Embassy and the PTIC.… Read More Filipino Designer Showcases Modern Filipiniana at Indonesia Fashion Week 2025
It is important to have a guide to buying farmland. Take it from me who has recently bought a property in Guimaras Island, Philippines. I wish I knew some of the things I do now. Not that I regretted buying the farmland we got. I don’t. But if I was equipped with more knowledge that… Read More Guide to Buying a Farmland
The new Philippine Ambassador to Indonesia, Ambassador Gina Jamoralin, presented her credentials to President Jokowi Widodo on June 26, 2023. We now have two Philippine Ambassadors based here in Jakarta. The other one is Ambassador and Permanent Representative (PR) Hjayceelin “Joy” Quintana who formally assumed her post earlier this year. Why are there two Philippine… Read More Why are there Two Philippine Ambassadors in Jakarta?
As an expat living in Indonesia, there are certain things that are really necessary for me to stay connected with my loved ones back home. One of the most important is the ability to send money back to the Philippines. That was the main reason I started browsing for services that could help me send… Read More TOPREMIT, An Easier Way to Send Money Abroad
I am finally able to share that I am the TFC News Correspondent for Jakarta. A friend from Seoul, Dr. Joeffrey Calimag, called me last December if I was interested to be the TFC News Correspondent for Jakarta. He is the correspondent based in Seoul. He mentioned the Asia Pacific Head of TFC News is… Read More TFC News Correspondent for Jakarta
My friends and I attended the Indonesia Fashion Week last Friday, February 24, 2023. It was our month’s highlight. The show we attended was “Age of Archipelago”. The title itself speaks of the tone and concept of the show. Indonesian fabrics and designs were showcased, including leather. The only non-Indonesian was from the Philippines, Mr.… Read More Indonesia Fashion Week
The Jakarta Intercultural School (JIS) recently celebrated its United Nations Day or UN Day for its High School students. JIS is the biggest international school here in Jakarta that caters to preschool until Grade 12 across several campuses. Because of this, the activities for preschool and elementary, Middle School, and High School are independent of… Read More United Nations Day at Jakarta Intercultural School
Every year, we have to process the renewal of our KITAS here in Jakarta. All foreigners living here in Indonesia have to have KITAS or the Kartulzin Tinggal Terbatas. It is the Residency Permit issued by Immigration to all foreigners living or working here in Indonesia. We are thankful to the staff in my husband’s… Read More Renewal of KITAS in Jakarta
The first time my first son saw the silver-painted beggars in Jakarta, he immediately looked them up on the internet. They are apparently all over the streets in Jakarta. Well, we see them mostly in South Jakarta. My son was intrigued and felt pity for them. It is the toxic paint that they cover their… Read More Silver-Painted Beggars in Jakarta
When I learned about my husband’s work relocation, I was immediately looking forward to all the affordable houseplants in Jakarta. I knew this is one of the best places blessed with plants you can dream of having. But I also knew I needed to stick to a budget as I can’t bring these plants with… Read More Affordable Houseplants in Jakarta