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Information Resources
On arrival in Jakarta, you will want to get informed and connected quickly. Jakarta has so much to offer in terms of things to do and places to go, but you need to know how to access this information. Other than this website there are numerous publications available which are full of useful contacts, advise, and up to date information about the city and Indonesia. There are also many expatriate clubs and associations that can help you settle in. You can be as busy or as quiet as you choose!
Books
The Family Guide to Jakarta - your indispensable take along copy of this website!
Available from ANZA, Kemang Plaza Mall, Ak.‘sa.ra Prodak and Yayasan Balita Sehat.
AWA Jakarta Shoppers Guide
Contact details for shops, services, medical and everything else in Jakarta.
AWA Indonesian Words and Phrases
A very useful and simple but effective phrase book.
AWA Introducing Indonesia: A Guide to Expatriate Living
A comprehensive book covering every aspect of expat life in Indonesia.
Email: awa@awajakarta.org
Available from:
AWA (American Women’s Association)
JAKARTA ENTERTAINMENT GUIDE 2010 – 2011
Published by the popular What's New Jakarta website, this book lists all the main bars and restaurants in Jakarta, and includes maps. It is intended for newcomers, visitors and Jakartans alike. Priced at rp 85,000
Get your copy by emailing guide@whatsnewjakarta.com
Now you can also get this book in all Periplus, Kinokunya and Aksara bookstores.
Also available from Koi Kemang
Liquid Exchange, Epicentrum walk, Ground floor, 6 F unit W 136 B. (oppsite Rasuna apartments)
Eastern Promise, Jl kemang Raya No. 5
Cazbar, Kantor Taman E3.3, unit a1, Jalan Mega Kuningan
De Burse, Equity Tower , LG Fl Unit E Jenderal Sudirman Kav.52-53
Aaltje Cafe, Plaza Bisnis Kemang - Jl. Kemang Raya No.2 (next to Die Stube)
Survive and Thrive in Indonesia
This book contains a wealth of information on topics such as staff, renting houses, keeping children busy and useful words and phrases in Bahasa Indonesian. Free to ANZA members.
Available from:
ANZA (Australian and New Zealand Association)
Jakarta Inside Out by Daniel Ziv
A colourful page by page explanation of everything you see outside your car window. Available at all leading bookstores (see the bookstores section in the Where Can I Buy...? chapter).
Bienvenue à Jakarta
UFE publication for French speaking expats detailing goods and services available in Jakarta.
Available from:
UFE - Union des Français de l’Etranger, Jl. Haji Junaedi No 9, Cipete Dalam
Tel: 021 750 7662
Fax: 021 769 0294
Email: ufeindo@rad.net.id
• 08:00-15:00 Weekdays
• 10:00-18:00 Sat - Sun
Websites
Living in Indonesia - A Site for Expatriates http://www.expat.or.id/
Very informative website with 1,200 + pages for you to browse. Check out the community events link on the home page. Also the Practical information section which has a wealth of in-depth article for helping newcomers.
Craig's List - not a website but a fantastic classifieds listing via email for everything from staff to furniture.
To sign up send an email to mary.a.wiley@uppercrustjakarta.com for an order kitchenmaw@uppercrustjakarta.com. For their website go to www.uppercrustjakarta.com
WhatsNewJakarta.com - the most complete events and listings for expatriates in Jakarta!
Also see the recently published What's New Jakarta Jakarta Entertainment Guide 2010-2011
Newspapers and Magazines
NOW! Jakarta
Great monthly publication founded and edited by Alistair Speirs, a long term Jakarta resident, with interesting articles and comprehensive events listings. Excellent directory of services as well. Online version available at www.nowjakarta.or.id
Subscriptions:
Phoenix Communications, Jl Benda Raya No.98A-B, Cilandak
Tel: 021 781 3212
Fax: 021 781 2476
www.nowjakarta.co.id
Time Out Jakarta
Usual worldwide format, great information and listings, includes 'Kids' page.
Email: subscriptions@timeoutjakarta.com
KABAR Indonesia
A publication of the Jakarta International Community Centre (JICC), KABAR is available at stores across Indonesia. With beautiful images and great stories, the magazine covers the people, places, art and culture of Indonesia a well as giving handy insider tips on where and what to do here.
Email: subscribe@kabarmag.com
www.kabarmagazine.com
Djakarta! Magazine
A lively magazine covering a vast array of subjects relating to living in Jakarta. Has a very good guide to restaurants and activities around the city.
Subscriptions:
Graha Media Djakarta, Jl. Kendal No. 23 Blora
Tel: 021 326 131
Fax: 021 391 9194
Email: redaksi@jakartamag.com
www.djakartamag.com
• 09:00-17:00 Weekdays
The Jakarta Post
Daily English language newspaper. Check the ‘Announcements’ column in the classified section for what’s going on around town. Online version available.
Email: jktpost2@cbn.net.id
www.thejakartapost.com
Tourist Information
Visitor Tourist Information
Provides free maps, Jakarta Heritage brochures and information on things to do around Jakarta.
• 10:00-17:00 Weekdays
Jl. Thamrin No. 9 Ihaeder Building 4th Floor Jakarta
Tel: 021 314 2067 / 021 315 4094 / 021 316 1293
Jakarta City Government Tourism Office
Provides free maps and information about Jakarta.
Pemerintah Propinsi DKI Jakarta
Jl. Merdeka Selatan Blok 8-9 Jakarta Pusat
Tel: 021 382 3288
www.jakarta.go.id
• 09:00-17:00 Weekdays
Orientation Programs
International Community Activity Centre (ICAC)
Jl. Kemang V No. 20AA
Tel: 021 718 0010
Fax: 021 7179 2617
Email: icaccounsel@cbn.net.id or icac@cbn.net.id
Jakarta International Community Centre (JICC)
Newcomers‘ orientation program and counseling services.
Jl. Kemang Dalam X No. E6A, South Jakarta, 12730
Tel: 021 7179 2813 / 021 719 2216
Fax: 021 719 22 16
Email: jicc_online@yahoo.com
www.jicconline.com
Sante Fe Relocations
They have a range of services for new people in Jakarta including orientation programme and cross cultural classes. Very helpful and friendly staff.
Cilandak Commercial Estate, Building 208, Jl. Raya Cilandak KKO
Tel: 021 789 2033
Fax: 021 789 2034
Email: sales@santaferelo.co.id
www.santaferelo.com
Colliers International
This company offers relocation services including finding a new home, orientation programmes and structural and fire safety audits on your new home.
Residential - Tenant/Investor Representation Services
World Trade Centre, 14th Floor, Jl Jenderal Sudirman Kav.29-31, Jakarta 12920
Tel: 021 521 1400
Fax: 021 520 6222
Email: expat.indonesia@colliers.co.id
www.colliers.co.id/expatservices
African Women‘s Association Indonesia (AFRIWA)
Email: africanwomenindonesia@yahoo.com
American Women’s Association (AWA)
Newcomers‘ orientation program, resource and information service.
Clubs & Associations
A great way to network is through the many clubs and associations here. Just call them and they will be happy to tell you about playgroups and newcomer events. If your nationality is not listed here try contacting your embassy for community information.
Australia and New Zealand Association (ANZA)
Tel/Fax: 021 7179 3042
Email: anzajakarta@gmail.com
• 09:00-13:00 Weekdays
• 10:00-12:00 Wednesdays Baby and Toddler Playgroup
AWA (American Women’s Association)
Jl. Kemang Dalam VI/H-5 Kemang
Tel: 021 718 1877
Email: awa@awajakarta.org
www.awajakarta.org
• 09:00-12:00 Weekdays
Belgian & Luxembourg Indonesia Club (BLIC)
C/o Belgian Embassy
Deutsche Bank Bld. 16th Floor, Jl. Imam Bonjol No. 80, Menteng
Tel: 021 316 2030
Fax: 021 316 2035
Email: blicjakarta@yahoo.com
www.blic.clubnieuws.be/
• 08:00-14:00 Weekdays
British Women’s Association (BWA)
Email: info@bwajakarta.org
www.bwajakarta.org
• 10:00 Thursdays Babies With Attitude 0-5 Playgroup
For up-to-date contact details for any of the following societies, log on to the BWA website www.bwajakarta.org and click on the Societies link on their homepage;
Java St Andrews Society
Royal Society of St George
St David’s Society
St Patrick’s Society
Yorkshire Society
Canadian Women’s Association (CWA)
www.cwajakarta.com
Cross Cultural Couples Club for Foreign Wives of Indonesians
Marilyn Ardipradja
Tel: 021 749 0663
Email: marilyn.ardipradja@yahoo.com
Henriette Nurhadu-Dorepaal
Email: dorrepaal2002@yahoo.com
Ala Sulistyono
Email: alas@cbn.net.id
Forum for Executive Women (FEW)
Email: fewindonesia@yahoo.com
www.fewindonesia.co.id
Harvest International
Fellowship of Christian Women
www.expat.or.id/orgs/harvest
Indian Women’s Association (IWA)
Jl. Danjung No.39, Menteng
Tel: 021 310 2958
www.indoindians.com
Japanese Women’s Club
Jakarta Japan Club Foundation, Skyline Bld, 4th Floor, Jl. Thamrin No. 9
Tel: 021 315 0418
www.jjc.or.id
Korean Women’s Club
Jl. Jend. Gatot Subroto Kav. 58, Jakarta Selatan
Tel: 021 520 7426 (ext. 230)
New Zealand Women’s Club
Contact: Glenys Rowe
glenysrowe@hotmail.com.
The Nordic Club
Denmark
Royal Danish Embassy
Tel.: 021 576 1478
www.emb-denmark.or.id
Norway
Norway Embassy
Tel.: 021 576 1523
www.norwayemb-indonesia.org
Sweden
Contact: Marita Kruger Que
Tel: 021 750 1947
Email:marita1@attglobal.net
Finland
Embassy of Finland
Tel: 021 576 1650
www.finembjak.com
Philippine Women’s Association
Jl. Imam Bonjol No.6-8, Menteng
Tel: 021 3109 2789
Fax: 021 315 1167 / 021 314 9773
Email: phjkp@indo.net.id
Contact: Phillipine Embassy
Rotary Club, Jakarta
www.rotary.co.id
Spanish Speaking Women’s Association
Jl Kemang Dalam X No.E6A, Kemang
Tel: 021 7179 3664
Hp: 0814 10018024
Email: abejarano@yahoo.com
Contact: Angela Naar-Bejarano (President)
www.cshhjakarta.org
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