Living in Surabaya, working as an expat in Batam or preparing to settle in another regional Indonesian city can be quite different from living in Jakarta or Bali. Housing choices, international schools, medical facilities, transport, shopping and expatriate networks vary considerably from one location to another. This collection brings together practical city guides for foreign professionals and international families considering Surabaya, Batam, Yogyakarta—widely known as Jogja—Bandung, Balikpapan, Solo and other important regional centres. It provides a useful starting point for understanding what everyday life may involve before accepting an assignment, choosing accommodation or relocating with a family.
The articles look beyond general destination information to address the questions newcomers commonly have when planning a move. Readers can explore guidance on residential areas, schools, healthcare, local services, recreation, transport and opportunities to meet other expatriates. The guides also introduce the character and working environment of individual locations, from the commercial and industrial centres of Surabaya and Batam to the university and cultural communities of Yogyakarta and Solo (Surakarta), the cooler surroundings of Bandung and the energy-sector connections of Balikpapan. Whether you are moving to Bandung, considering living in Solo or preparing for an assignment elsewhere in Indonesia, these resources will help you compare locations, identify practical priorities and know what to investigate further before you arrive.
e.g., KITAS, housing, schools, healthcare, transport and daily life in Indonesia
