Location and travel information
THE is committed to ensuring a safe, inclusive and enjoyable experience for all our delegates.
To help you prepare for your upcoming visit, we encourage you to review the key information and travel advice below.
Before traveling, we recommend checking the travel guidelines and recommendations from your home country's embassy. Additionally, we advise consulting your primary care provider to determine whether any vaccinations or other health preparations are needed for your trip.
Venue
Indonesia Convention Exhibition (ICE)
Jl. BSD Grand Boulevard No.1
Tangerang
Banten 15339
Indonesia
Visas
Some delegates will need a visa to enter Indonesia. Please note that it can take several weeks to process a visa application, so early application is recommended.
THE can provide visa invitation letters to registered delegates when requested, please email a photo/scan of your passport to gsdc@timeshighereducation.com once you have registered.
We cannot accept any responsibility for visa applications. Where a delegate is unable to attend because of failure to obtain a visa on time, the normal cancellation policy for the registration fee will apply.
We recommend having travel insurance for the duration of your visit. Please contact your travel agent for further details.
Accommodation
Delegates are responsible for reserving and covering the cost of accommodation for the duration of their stay.
Below you will find information about the official event hotels, as well as a map through which you can easily browse for hotels and private accommodations if you do not wish to stay at the official hotels. Hover over an accommodation to view travel times and distances to the venue.
Hotel Santika Premiere ICE
Jl. BSD Grand Boulevard, BSD City, 15339 Serpong, Indonesia
Only a 5-minute walk away from the event venue, this 4-star quality hotel offers a 24-hour front desk which can arrange services such as airport transfers, shuttle services and laundry/dry cleaning services.
To book, please click on the relevant black pin on the map below.
Getting there
By car
From Soekarno Hatta Airport, follow the route via the Prof Dr Sedyatmo Toll. From there, exit via the JORR W2 Toll, then the Kunciran - Serpong Toll. Finally, take the Serbaraja Toll Exit to arrive at the venue.
By taxi
Additionally, popular taxi and ride-hailing options include Bluebird Group, Grab and Gojek.
By train
From the Soekarno Hatta Airport, take the airport train to Duri Station then transfer to Tanah Abang. From there, take the Rangkasbitung Line to get off at Cisauk Station. After that, you can either take a taxi or the BSD Link Shuttle to arrive at the venue.
By public transport
From Transjakarta Station, take S11 Corridor BSD - Jelambar Route then get off at BSD City 1. From there, take the the BSD Link Shuttle or a taxi to arrive at the venue.
Alternatively, if coming from the Intermoda BSD Terminal, take the BSD Link Free Shuttle and get off at either ICE 1 or ICE 2 to arrive at the venue.
FAQs
What is the main language?
Bahasa Indonesia is spoken by over 94% of the population, but it is the primary language of only 20% of the population. Javanese (Jawa) is the most common primary language, spoken by over 30% of the population.
Which currency can I use?
Indonesia’s currency is the Indonesian rupiah (IDR) with notes in denominations of 1000, 2000, 5000, 10000, 20000, 50000 and 100000. While most shops and restaurants accept credit cards, it is still a good idea to have some cash on you (especially small change). ATMs are easily accessible in most shopping malls, high streets and banks.
Which plug socket is used?
Indonesia uses type C and F plug sockets. The standard voltage is 230 V at a frequency of 50 Hz. We would recommend bringing a universal adapter.
Will wi-fi be available?
Free wi-fi is available throughout the venue. Connection details will be displayed at the check-in desk.
Are there data roaming charges?
You will need to check the exact charges with your network provider but most international delegates will incur high data roaming charges. We recommend buying an eSIM via Airalo which gives you 1GB of data for 7 days for US$4.50. Use our referral code TIMESH7718 for US$3 off. We recommend checking that your phone supports eSIMs before making your purchase.
Is tap water safe to drink?
Tap water in Indonesia is generally not deemed safe for direct consumption. While some areas may have better water quality than others, it's safer to drink bottled water.
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