Expat blogs in Indonesia

Few resources can build a better picture of life in Indonesia than the expat blogs maintained by already established foreigners. Whether these writers are recounting great challenges, relaying roll-on-the-floor funny encounters, delivering crucial advice and important tips or reaching out to those around them, their insight affords others a unique and personal glimpse into their new community.

Best expat blogs in Indonesia

How to Escape Rachel became an accidental expat in Bali four years ago and now lives in a traditional Balinese family compound with her husband and two children. How to Escape chronicles her family's life on the Indonesian island.  ►Nationality: British
Lottie Nevin Lottie is a British woman living in Indonesia with her husband. Her colourful blog is filled with wonderful stories about their life in Indonesia, where they divide their time between Jakarta and Bali. ►Nationality: British
Stumble Abroad This is the blog of Ana, a Mexican expat living with her husband and raising two little ones in Jakarta. Full of informative posts and stories about being an expat mom and living in Indonesia, it's a great read. ►Nationality: Mexican
My Jakarta Post This informative blog by Britt, a Dutch expat married to an Indonesian man and living in Jakarta, is filled with interesting posts about anything from who's who in Indonesia to what to do when getting a visa. ►Nationality: Dutch
My Jakarta Guide Another great blog from Britt, highlighting some wonderful food adventures and tourist attractions in Indonesia. Included are tips on where to eat and places to go. ►Nationality: Dutch
A Midnight Visitor A colourful and interesting blog by the D family, Australian expats living in Jakarta. It's filled with articles on many different aspects of life in Jakarta from entertainment, to family matters and food. ►Nationality: Australian

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