The popularity of the Nagoya area of Batam, Riau Islands, as an entertainment hot spot, shopping center and Chinatown is unquestionable, although the name has never been formally acknowledged and has ...

Looking to escape for a quick weekend holiday soon? Just like neighbouring destinations Johor Bahru and Bintan, Batam is a great choice for a weekend getaway thanks to its proximity. The island offers ...

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Batam's long been overlooked as a less perfect younger sister to Bintan - polar opposites besides the face that they're both within ferry distance of Singapore. But massive efforts to improve ...