Hey there, beach bums and city slickers! Planning a trip to Batam, that little slice of paradise in the Riau Archipelago? Well, pack those swimsuits and sunglasses because we’re about to dish on the ...

The island offers relaxing and laidback stays, with a wide variety of resorts and hotels providing amenities such as private pools and more to let you enjoy your trip to the fullest. Depending on your ...

Travelling to Batam feels more like a staycation instead of an overseas trip, simply because it takes less than an hour to reach by sea. To put it in perspective, it's easier to travel to Batam than ...

Batam's long been overlooked as a less perfect younger sister to Bintan - polar opposites besides the face that they're both within ferry distance of Singapore. But massive efforts to improve ...

Westin Hotels & Resorts, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, proudly announces the opening of The Westin Nirup Island Resort & Spa, Batam, an oasis of ...

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JAKARTA: Hotels and businesses in Bintan and Batam are looking forward to receiving visitors from Singapore under the newly announced travel bubble, two years after COVID-19 disrupted international ...

Growing discomfort on airplanesA sharp state of flux among U.S. carriers might mean higher prices and even less comfort for economy flyers. But the price gap... Be wary when client won't pay with a ...

Inside First in Service's plans for growthCEO Fernando Gonzalez describes the origins of the company's recently introduced One Global Network. How two hoteliers got a social media boost from ...