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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

My perfect itinerary for a seven-day visit to BaliPlanning a trip to the island requires careful consideration to ensure a comprehensive adventure. Here's what I'd recommend. River cruising keeps ...

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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 ...

A tourist is seen riding a horse on the beach on Bintan Island in the Riau Archipelago. To visit Bintan Island, tourists can land at Hang Nadim International Airport, Batam, or to Tanjungpinang ...

Mon, March 30, 2020 Published on Mar. 30, 2020 Published on 2020-03-30T12:33:50+07:00 At least nine hotels in Batam, Riau Islands, are suspending operations at the end March amid a lack of visitors ...