By Felicia Yulianti Senior writer at ALVEO Christmas and New Year are coming to town! Everyone is looking forward to it since holidays mean more party, family gathering, leisure time, and more fresh food coming out from wok, oven or refrigerator. Although it’s impossible not to join this festivity with loved ones, keep in mind to maintain your physical and mental in good shape. Aside from preventing weight gain, stay healthy aims to hinder you from exhaustion that may affect your p … [Read more...]
Gold Prices Fall as Uncertainty Over Sino-U.S. Trade Progress Continues
Originally published on investing.com Prices of the safe-haven gold fell on Friday in Asia as traders continued to monitor Sino-U.S. trade news. The U.S. Gold Futures fell 0.4% to $1,477.45 by 1:42 AM ET (05:42 GMT). On Thursday, U.S. President Donald Trump said trade talks were "moving right along", pushing global equities higher. Uncertainties over a deal remained, as the president’s comments this week sent mixed signals regarding the trade talk progress. Trump said overnight that ne … [Read more...]
Remembering John Lennon
On the evening of December 8, 1980, John Winston Lennon was shot to death by Mark David Chapman, a deranged fan, in front of his apartment complex in New York City at the age of 40. The legendary former Beatle is dead, but his songs stay forever! Let's revisit the past, from the day he met Paul McCartney to form The Beatles until the tragic day that ended Lennon's life. The following article is originally published on biography.com Famed singer-songwriter John Lennon founded the Beatles, … [Read more...]
Why trading forex is similar to owning your business
Originally published on Cascade Business News Trading Forex has never been so popular ever before. This year, the global foreign exchange market has reached the highest level it has ever had before at $6.6 trillion traded every day, according to the Bank for International Settlements. It is, perhaps, the most popular way to make a living these days for over 43% of millennial Forex traders and 15% of over 45 traders. Moreover, the Forex market has also experienced a rise in the number of f … [Read more...]
Mick Jagger Releases Complete Solo Album Catalog
The lead singer from the world's greatest rock and roll band in history has recently released his complete solo album catalog in vinyl Mick Jagger from The Rolling Stones released heavyweight 180-gram black vinyl editions on December 6, featuring his four solo albums, which once hit the music world from 1985 and 2001 - She's The Boss (1985), Primitive Cool (1987), Wandering Spirit (1993) and Goddess In The Doorway (2001). Featuring printed inner bags with lyrics, all the albums are re … [Read more...]
5 Easy Ways to Identify and Avoid Email Phishing
By M. Lutfi He is a writer at ALVEO Nowadays, it seems like our every move is increasingly connected to the internet. From daily commuting to doing big, expensive purchase, you will be hard-pressed to find alternatives that don’t involve the net. The shift to online service is gradual; as more Indonesians are connected to the internet, so does the services. Boasting more than 60 million internet users, Indonesia is one of the most connected nations in the world. One of the most im … [Read more...]
Reaching Ritzy New Heights
By Natasha Gan Originally published in Indonesia Design Claiming the title of the world’s highest hotel, the Ritz-Carlton Hong Kong surpasses others not just structurally, but in service and design too. At such a great height, the hotel undoubtedly has a killer view of Hong Kong, but the view inside is just as worthy of the attention. At a staggering height of 490 metres, the ritzy hotel towers above neighbouring edifices. It occupies floors 102 to 118 of the International Commerce Ce … [Read more...]
Christophe Beau: Respecting local culture to achieve growth
By Sudibyo M. Wiradji Originally published in The Jakarta Post on July 31, 2019 Diageo Indonesia has moved its office to South Quarter, Jakarta. The office reflects the diversity of Indonesia that Diageo celebrates every day. Batik paintings decorate the interior of Diageo Indonesia’s office. The pieces paint a harp uniquely combined with flowers, leaves, fish and birds. While looking at it, I hear a voice coming from behind my back, “the batik is beautiful, isn’t it?” I turn … [Read more...]
A Blend of East and West
By Aulia R. Sungkar Photos by Andhy Prayitno for MWP Studio and Accor Indonesia The writer is director of ALVEO and the article is originally published in Indonesia Design edition Nov-Dec 2019. With over 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry under his belt, Garth Simmons has occupied varied positions ever since he first joined Accor in 2007. His pivotal roles included being a senior vice president in New Zealand, Pacific Island and Japan. Now, as COO of Accor, he is r … [Read more...]
48 Hours in Osaka
Text: Chris Andre Images: Wikimedia.org A short but happy and memorable trip, that's what Osaka promises to those young at heart Those who have been to Osaka and Tokyo know that these two are basically apples and oranges. How Osaka shyly reveals its happy playgrounds as you saunter along from one destination to another is completely different from the experience of swimming against hordes of tired workers in Tokyo rushing for the subways. In fact, it’s so distinct that the moment you l … [Read more...]