The busy traveller’s guide to a day in Jakarta
Business trips can really take a toll on your energy levels, so it makes sense to try and travel in comfort as much as possible. On work trips, it’s best to check out options that allow you to have priority check-ins, boarding, and baggage delivery and make the whole process as breezy as possible. After all, you’ll have plenty of work to attend to once you touch down.
Thursday7:50 am
After a few weeks of making sure all your itinerary is watertight and making complimentary last-minute changes to your ticket (negotiating with everyone’s schedules is a feat, after all!), it’s time to head on over to the airport for a speedy check-in – no waiting is needed since you’ll get to check-in at a dedicated immigration counter with your Premium Flex ticket! Don’t forget to grab some breakfast and unwind before your flight from the Premium Red Lounge.
After a few weeks of making sure all your itinerary is watertight and making complimentary last-minute changes to your ticket (negotiating with everyone’s schedules is a feat, after all!), it’s time to head on over to the airport for a speedy check-in – no waiting is needed since you’ll get to check-in at a dedicated immigration counter with your Premium Flex ticket! Don’t forget to grab some breakfast and unwind before your flight from the Premium Red Lounge.
9:50 am
It’s time for boarding now, you get to cut in ahead of the line with Xpress Boarding, a complimentary perk for Premium Flex guests. You know how they say time is money, and you don’t want to squander any!
It’s time for boarding now, you get to cut in ahead of the line with Xpress Boarding, a complimentary perk for Premium Flex guests. You know how they say time is money, and you don’t want to squander any!
10:50 am
The flight was short and sweet — as it should be, and it’s now time to drop by the office for a couple of meetings.
The flight was short and sweet — as it should be, and it’s now time to drop by the office for a couple of meetings.
1:00 pm
Leave your luggage at the office and go explore the many eating houses in the city. We recommend checking out a place like Warung Ngalam, a narrow open-sided cafe serving Indonesian dishes.
Leave your luggage at the office and go explore the many eating houses in the city. We recommend checking out a place like Warung Ngalam, a narrow open-sided cafe serving Indonesian dishes.
5:00 pm
After your work day is over, make your way to Kota Tua, also known as the Old Batavia Complex, located in North Jakarta. The Old Town has many structures left over from colonial Dutch rule, and is a heritage-listed site. Don’t forget to try out Indonesian staples like satay or even dishes like jackfruit curry when you pass by traditional eateries there. There are also plenty of museums to explore in Kota Tua, alongside beautiful Dutch colonial architecture.
After your work day is over, make your way to Kota Tua, also known as the Old Batavia Complex, located in North Jakarta. The Old Town has many structures left over from colonial Dutch rule, and is a heritage-listed site. Don’t forget to try out Indonesian staples like satay or even dishes like jackfruit curry when you pass by traditional eateries there. There are also plenty of museums to explore in Kota Tua, alongside beautiful Dutch colonial architecture.
8:00 pm
Don’t want to head back to the hotel just yet? Then pay a visit to Potato Head, a massive dance spot that also serves food. The vintage-inspired decor is a haven for anyone with hipster leanings.
Don’t want to head back to the hotel just yet? Then pay a visit to Potato Head, a massive dance spot that also serves food. The vintage-inspired decor is a haven for anyone with hipster leanings.
10:00 pm
It’s time to get some rest and recharge for the day ahead; there’s plenty more waiting in store.
It’s time to get some rest and recharge for the day ahead; there’s plenty more waiting in store.
Friday8:30 am
Start your day with a shot of caffeine and check out Tjikini, a vintage-style cafe located along a coffee strip. The joint also serves creative takes on traditional Indonesian food.
Start your day with a shot of caffeine and check out Tjikini, a vintage-style cafe located along a coffee strip. The joint also serves creative takes on traditional Indonesian food.
9:00 am
Head to the office and tackle a full work day, knowing that you’ll have a delicious lunch and plenty of after-work activities to look forward to.
Head to the office and tackle a full work day, knowing that you’ll have a delicious lunch and plenty of after-work activities to look forward to.
1:00 pm
Take a detour to Pantjoran Tea House, located in the Old Town. Built in 1928, it’s a pie-shaped building that serves a variety of tea along with Indonesian and Chinese meals. Perfect for a relaxing lunch in the midst of a busy day.
Take a detour to Pantjoran Tea House, located in the Old Town. Built in 1928, it’s a pie-shaped building that serves a variety of tea along with Indonesian and Chinese meals. Perfect for a relaxing lunch in the midst of a busy day.
5:30 pm
Work’s over and your stomach starts to rumble again, reminding you of dinner time. Head over to Historia, a hip restaurant that serves dishes from around the archipelago amidst a retro- industrial vibe.
Work’s over and your stomach starts to rumble again, reminding you of dinner time. Head over to Historia, a hip restaurant that serves dishes from around the archipelago amidst a retro- industrial vibe.
7:00 pm
It’s time to return to the hotel and prepare for your flight later in the evening. Once again, check- in is a breeze, and you’ve never felt more revived from a business trip.
It’s time to return to the hotel and prepare for your flight later in the evening. Once again, check- in is a breeze, and you’ve never felt more revived from a business trip.
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