An easygoing guy who found his peace (and chaos) in one person. Still learning that “I’m not hungry” usually means half of my fries are gone. Believes that laughter, honesty, and snacks are the secret to a happy marriage (not necessarily in that order).

She had this smile that made everything else fade. I thought we’d just be friends, until her smile turned my logic into soup. After one good conversation, I realized this wasn’t luck. It was something real, and I wasn’t letting it go.

An independent and strong-willed girl living her dream abroad by herself
But also an emotional, love-to-cry, love-to-be-pampered princess when being with him

I never thought we would be together after first few meets. What I saw in him was a good friend who was patient and mature to listen to all my problems living abroad alone.

Cikarang might be better known for its factories than its sights, but don’t worry — there’s fun to be found!
 Try Jababeka Golf, explore AEON Deltamas, say hi (from a distance) to the crocodiles at Taman Buaya, or take a day trip to Ciater Hot Springs for a relaxing soak under the stars.

Cikarang might not be a food capital, but trust us that you won’t go hungry here. Start your day with nasi goreng (fried rice that’s way better than it sounds) or the classic soto Betawi, a creamy beef soup that will instantly make you question every diet decision. If you want to eat like a local, try warung-style meals — small family stalls where the food is cheap, delicious, and slightly dangerous in the best way. For those craving something familiar, AEON Deltamas has everything from sushi and ramen to burgers and boba tea. At night, hit the street food stalls for satay, martabak, and mie ayam — bonus points if you can pronounce them correctly after a few drinks. And of course, no visit is complete without es teh manis (sweet iced tea) — the unofficial drink of Indonesia and possibly the reason no one ever sleeps early.

Traffic is real. If someone says “15 minutes,” they probably mean 45. Leave early, pack snacks, and practice patience. 🚗

Cash is king. Some small shops and taxis don’t take cards, so keep some rupiah handy — but not so much that you feel like a walking ATM. 💸

Weather roulette. It can go from sunny to monsoon in 10 minutes. Bring an umbrella… or embrace the tropical surprise. ☔

Spicy means really spicy. If the waiter says “a little chili,” trust us — your tongue will remember it forever. 🌶️

Don’t drink tap water. Unless you’re training for a survival challenge. Stick to bottled water instead. 💧
Download Grab or Gojek. It’s like Uber, but friendlier — and you can order both a ride and fried chicken. 🍗
Smiles go a long way. A friendly “terima kasih” (thank you) will earn you instant warmth — and maybe an extra helping of sambal. ❤️
Jet lag tip. Naps fix everything. Especially when combined with martabak. 😴🥞