TRAVEL DIARIES ✈ My Jakarta Hitlist

TRAVEL DIARIES ✈ My Jakarta Hitlist

For those traveling to Jakarta this is my recommended list of To-Dos. This is of course just based on my limited experience of Jakarta. I am no expert as I have only been living here shy of two years. But I’ve enjoyed my experiences in the following places and I hope you get to check them out and enjoy them too!

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RESTO RAVE ❤ Fine Indonesian Cuisine at Kembang Goela

RESTO RAVE ❤ Fine Indonesian Cuisine at Kembang Goela

Another great recommendation from Tita Noreen! We usually take visiting guests to TeSateSeribu Rasa, Sate Khas Senayan or Mera Delima. It’s no wonder that this resto is ranked #22 out of 508 restaurants in Jakarta.

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STEAL ✄ DEAL: Antiquing at Jalan Surabaya

STEAL ✄ DEAL: Antiquing at Jalan Surabaya

I brought my MIL (mother-in-law) to go antiquing because I was sure she would love it. She had no plans of buying anything or so she said but after the first purchase, the summer heat seemed to lift from her and she was energized!

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JAKARTA FINDS ✽ Matauang Money Changer

JAKARTA FINDS ✽ Matauang Money Changer

People visiting Jakarta always ask me where to have their money changed. Most malls have money changers and banks so feel free to ask the information desk. However if you want a good rate I can recommend two: 

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STEAL ✄ DEAL: Shopping for Batik at Tanah Abang

STEAL ✄ DEAL: Shopping for Batik at Tanah Abang

I’ve wanted to go to Tanah Abang for the longest time. I heard it was like Mangga Dua but much nearer (Near Grand Indonesia Mall) so having Ambeth Ocampo was the perfect excuse to go out and explore with Tita Noreen! She took us to the newer mall – the green building is hard to miss!

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