These winning images of the 2025 annual United Nations Oceans Photo Competition are an ode to our ocean’s wonders — and an ...

Love to snorkel? Consider this picturesque set of islands for your next trip, where you'll be able to spot stunning coral ...

In June 2025, the breathtaking coral ecosystems of Raja Ampat — Indonesia’s ecological crown jewel — were thrust into the ...

Indonesia, with its vast archipelago of over 17,000 islands, offers an incredible diversity of natural wonders, from ...

These 10 countries offer a great holiday without having to take a long, exhausting flight. You’ll barely even need to change ...

A walk along Padar Island’s pink beach adds to the experience. Its rich biodiversity and limestone islands make it ideal for eco-travelers. Lombok is known for its calm beaches, traditional Sasak ...

The Jakarta Post's recent trip to Raja Ampat late last month revealed the complex currents rippling and colliding beneath the ...

A government study in 2022 estimated that a deposit of 482 million tonnes of nickel ore can be found under the calm waters of Raja Ampat, Southwest Papua. The Jakarta Post visits the archipelago to ...

With its crystal-clear waters and picturesque islands, Raja Ampat — often described as "the last paradise on Earth" — has long been a dream destination for tourists. But this archipelago off ...

The fact that Raja Ampat’s nickel is among the highest quality in Indonesia could be further incentive for such a revival, Arie said.

Indonesia has suspended four nickel mining operations in Raja Ampat, a popular tourist destination renowned for diving and snorkelling. The decision was announced on Tuesday by Minister for Energy ...