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Lucy in the Sky

A trendy rooftop bar (now covered with a glass dome for the noise). The clientele is made of young Indonesian hipsters and some expats. They have different music events every day of the week (live music, DJs). Sunday is for techno. Entrance fee on weekends is around IDR 150,000. Fairly busy even on weekdays. It is within the Fairgrounds complex where you will also find Zoo, Bengkel, Swillhouse among others.

Beer Hall

From the same owner as Beer Garden, this is a more upmarket venue, with air-conditioning, comfortable seats, better food and cocktails, and dim lighting. Live music every night, usually a mix of Indonesian and English pop songs. They serve a few craft beers on tap, including Indonesian brands like Kura-Kura and Islands Brewing. 

Artoz

Part of the Amuz group, this whisky and cognac bar features a daily live jazz band. The mature clientele is wealthy yet friendly (if they feel you belong there).

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In a nutshell:

⛔ Safety issues in low-class neighborhoods, traffic jams, slow internet, conservative society (Catholic), disappointing food

✅Easy to navigate nightlife, cheap prices, English is spoken everywhere, large diversity of entertainment venues, 24-hour casinos, fun dating.

Number of nightclubs: 25

Curfew: 5 AM

Prices: Cheap

Dating scene: 👍👍👍 (FilipinaCupid)

Where to party: Poblacion and Burgos Street in Makati, BGC (Bonifacio Global City), The Fort, Quezon City

Where to stay: Makati

For a complete review, you can read Manila Nightlife - Best Nightclubs and Bars.

Where to stay: Near Ben Thanh Market

For a complete review, you can read Saigon Nightlife.

Jakarta

In a nutshell:

⛔ Massive traffic jams, difficulties to walk around, 200% tax on alcohol, growing conservatism.

✅ Safe to visit, friendly people, modern clubs, hipster bars, off-the-beaten-track destination.

For a complete review, you can read Jakarta Nightlife - Best Nightclubs and Bars.

Taipei

Few people would think about Taipei for a party weekend, and yet they are wrong. The Taiwan capital is home to a wild nightlife, with plenty of sophisticated nightclubs and bars. The locals are welcoming towards foreigners, the prices are reasonable, and you can go almost everywhere by foot.

Number of nightclubs: 10

Curfew: 4-5 AM

Prices: Moderate (free flow nightclubs available)

Where to stay: Near Taipei 101 MRT

For a complete review, you can read Taiwan Nightlife Guide

If it didn't cost 10 euros to buy a beer there, Singapore could be much higher in this ranking. There are dozens of stylish bars and clubs, with an excellent crowd and often famous DJs. 

Where to Party: Chinatown, Clarke Quay

Hong Kong

Bali nightlife is mostly located in the south of the island. Kuta is touristy, cheap and tacky, while Seminyak is more sophisticated and popular with long-term residents. Canggu is now the most trendy area, especially among young people and digital nomads. You can have a lot of fun, especially if you decide to rent a big villa for a crazy weekend with friends. After that, it can get a bit boring as you always see and meet the same people over and over.

Number of nightclubs: 15

Curfew:  5 AM

Prices: Average

Where to stay: Near any of the streets above.

Almaty

Phnom Penh

Due to a mix of poverty and corruption, Phnom Penh's nightlife is still one of the craziest in Southeast Asia (though it has been tamed in recent years). It is a popular stop for sex tourists, especially the older and poorer ones.  There is also a nascent upmarket and expat scene that is interesting enough for a weekend of clubbing.

Kuala Lumpur

In a nutshell:

⛔ Fake alcohol, cost of living higher than on the mainland, a lot of very young male tourists, expensive hotels during full moon parties (book in advance).

✅ Great beaches, massive parties, easy to meet fellow travelers (in the 20-25 range)

Number of nightclubs: 3

Curfew:  3-7 AM

Prices: Low to moderate (as elsewhere in Laos)

Where to stay: Near the Post Office

Number of nightclubs: 5

Curfew:  1 AM

Prices: Cheap

Where to stay: Near Tha Phae Gate.

Malang is one of the nicest cities I've been to in Java. It is a mid-sized mountain town just 2 hours from Surabaya, relatively clean (for Indonesia standards) and with pleasant weather (though it can be rainy).

As you would expect, Malang nightlife is very laid-back. Most bars are beer houses or live music cafés that are popular with students. These venues are not so sophisticated and their prices are very affordable. There are some reputed universities in the city (Universitas Negeri Malang in particular), so the crowd is rather educated and you can easily make friends if you are not shy to socialize.

Clubs are a hit and miss. The best ones are modern, with an upmarket crowd and decent entertainment (DJs, bands, dancers). On the other end of the spectrum, you also have a more underground nightlife of seedy karaokes and "executive clubs".

Levels Brewhouse
Levels Brewhouse was the first beer bar to open in Malang and it is still one of the busiest today. It is cozy, with air con and comfortable sofas, pretty much like a Starbucks actually. They have a selection of foreign beers, including Hoegaarden, Erdinger and Leffe. Live bands and DJs a few nights per week. Sports on TV.

A trendy student hangout with an underground urban design. Live music, DJs, and karaoke nights. Prices are decent (30k for a small Bintang). 

While not a true Irish pub, it is still a pleasant bar with live jazz and a decent choice of beers.

I was staying in the Hotel Tugu and I believe it was a great choice. It is very central so you can walk to almost any attractions in the city, and also to the train station. The hotel restaurant is one of the best in the city and if you want to try local dishes, you have several street food stalls 5 minutes away.

It is more expensive than average but still reasonable for Western standards. Prices are higher on weekends.

Whiz Prime Basuki Rahmat
This is a budget hotel with a central location, clean facilities and an affordable price. Best of its kind in the city if all you are looking for is a comfortable place to stay with all the basic amenities.

Hotel Aria Gajayana
This hotel is not as centrally located as the two above, but it is still very convenient. The value for money is excellent as you'll pay less than 40$ for 4-star facilities.

Price of Clubbing
Naturally, there are big differences between the cheap backpacker bars and the high-end clubs in Boulevard de Asia.

Low-class venues will generally not charge an entrance fee. The 330ml can of beer costs around 8 sol (USD 2.5). A mixed drink will be slightly more expensive, 10-13 sol (USD 3-4), and a cocktail will be 16 sol (USD 5).

Upmarket clubs will often charge you 20-30 sol for entrance on weekends (USD 6-9). In the top nightclubs, it can reach 50 sol (USD 15). Beers will cost 14-20 sol (USD 4-6), mixed drinks 20-30 sol (USD 6-9), and cocktails 23-40 sol (USD 7-12). Talking about cocktails, the one you should try in Peru is Pisco Sour.

Overall, Lima is not dirt-cheap for partying but it is affordable. For a fun night out on a weekend, prepare to spend at least USD 50.

When to Party:
You can go out almost any night of the week in Lima, though it is generally quieter during weekdays. From Sunday to Thursday, it's best to stick to Miraflores as the bars there are busier.

Nightclubs tend to peak around 1AM and they close around 3 AM on weekdays, 5 AM on weekends.

Music:
Most clubs will play a mix of EDM or Latin beats (in particular reggaeton). There is not a strong techno scene in Lima, but you can follow Superclub for regular events.

Door Policy:
You can usually avoid paying the entrance fee if you ask to be on the guest list prior to going to a club. Just send them a message on Facebook and it should be fine. You will probably need to arrive in advance, though, before midnight or 1AM.

You should always bring your ID with you.

Wearing pants and proper shoes is mandatory in almost every club.

Don't assume (like I did) that Lima is a tropical city with a year-round warm climate. This is only true in the summer months, from mid-December to mid-April. Then, the temperatures reach 28°C on average during the day (82°F) and 18°C at night (64°F). It is also less humid with few clouds and almost no rain.

Winters in Lima can be quite cold, with around 18°C during the day (64°F) and 10°C at night (50°F). It is humid, cloudy and foggy, which makes the city a bit depressing. You will certainly need a jacket during those months.

Lima nightlife is more interesting during the summer months as there are more nightclubs open, especially in the southern coastal areas.

Peruvian Sim Card
If you have an unlocked phone, you can buy a local Sim Card quite easily in the city center (it's more expensive at the airport). The top providers in Peru are Claro and Movistar. A cheaper alternative is Bitel (from what I heard, it works well in the major cities). Bring your passport with you for the registration. The cost is about USD 5 for a Sim Card and USD 8 for 1.5GB of data (valid 2 weeks).

One of the busiest nightclubs in Miraflores. Large numbers of foreigners from all the hostels around, especially on Wednesdays. Many Peruvian girls, it's a bit of a hook-up place. It has two floors with two kinds of music (EDM/Latin). Overall, a bit low-class but fun if you want to get drunk with travelers. 50 sol entrance fee. Close at 3AM on weekends.

👉  Lima Bar

A chic elite bar inside Larcomar Mall. The venue itself is clean, well-designed and expensive. Not that many customers. Opens on Friday and Saturday only until 6AM.

👉 Sargento Pimienta

A bar that's more like a mini-concert venue. Different live bands and music styles every night of the week. It is worth going to their salsa parties every Tuesday. Hipster and student crowd. Affordable prices. Closes at 4AM.

Very large with a beautiful bar in the middle. Trendy.

This club is a bit cheaper. You can manage to get in for 50 sol (or even free if you are on the list). Young crowd. They have live music and/or the usual EDM/Reggaeton. If you go with a group of 10, you have sofa packages starting at 2500 sol with 4 bottles included.

If you are over 40, you can try the nearby Amadeus Club instead (luxury club, strict dress code).

Cartagena is Colombia's 5th most populous city, and the most visited after Bogota and Medellin.

Well-known for its UNESCO-listed fortress, it also boasts sunny beaches, delicious food, and a wild nightlife.

Partying in Cartagena has a distinctive tropical holiday vibe. Think vibrant colors, fruity cocktails, lively Latin music, and clubs filled with friendly people from all over the world.

Continue reading for a complete review of the best venues to party in Cartagena, along with plenty of tips to help you make the most of your night out.

Here are a few things to know when partying in Cartagena:

This is a Caribbean beach city. Don’t bring your suits or even a blazer here. Cartagena is hot, humid and you’ll be walking between venues. Choose light clothes, including shorts, knowing that few places have a strict dress code.

As you can expect from a touristic city, prices are often inflated, especially if you are used to drinking in Bogota or Medellin. The average price for drinks in bars is 8-11$, and there is often a cover charge to pay to get into clubs (between 5$ and 10$).

When to Party

Sunday, Monday, Tuesday are usually dead. Things get better on Wednesday and Thursday. Friday and Saturday are the busiest. Don't visit clubs before 1AM, unless you want to get in for free (usually before midnight). 

You’re guaranteed to see many foreigners out in the bars and clubs in Cartagena, especially in the neighborhoods of Bocagrande, Getsemani, and the old city. Many Americans, but also latinos from nearby countries as well, such as Brazil or Mexico.

You shouldn’t have many safety issues when going out at night in Cartagena as long as you stick to the 3 main touristic areas: The Old Town, Getsemani and Bocagrande.

They are generally safe to walk around - even when stumbling drunk late at night.

I would advise you not to visit other neighborhoods at night, especially if you are alone (and planning to get drunk).

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If you want to be walking distance from 90% of the best clubs and bars in Cartagena, I recommend you to stay near the Torre Del Reloj (Clock Tower) in the historical center. As it turns out, this is also the best location for exploring the city's colonial district.

Since this is a rather expensive neighborhood, you could also choose a hotel in the nearby Getsemani area, for instance near the Trinidad Square or the Parque Centenario. It is a less polished part of town, more authentic, but still very safe and you'll have access to many cool bars and clubs there (Café Havana, Club 7). To go to the bar street in the historic center, you'll need to walk about 10 minutes.

Bocagrande is another safe location. It's a more modern neighborhood where rich Colombians live in apartment buildings. It has a beach, a mall, many restaurants and fast-food chains, but it's not really charming and the nightlife is limited. 

These are the best hotels to stay in Cartagena if you want to be able to walk to nightclubs and bars. They have a 24-hour reception, they have high ratings, and they offer excellent value-for-money:
- ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 200$ per night: Hotel Boutique Casona del Colegio (historic center)
- ⭐⭐⭐⭐ under 100$ per night: Hotel Boutique Las Carretas (historic center)

- ⭐⭐⭐ under 50$ per night: Hotel La Magdalena (Getsemani)

- ⭐⭐ under 20$ per night: Hostal La Española (Getsemani)

Trendy bar on 3 levels (bar, restaurant, rooftop) in the heart of Cartagena's party district. It serves some of the best cocktails in town, mostly Rum-based (around 8-10$ each). Fun atmosphere, it is easily the most popular nightlife spot in Cartagena. It was also ranked among the Top 10 bars in the world. 

It gets crowded with mostly foreigners from Thursday to Saturday starting at 11PM. Music can be Latin or house/electronic.

If you like this kind of place, you may also want to check out the restaurant-bar El Baron, which is just a few minutes away, walking distance. It is a smaller venue, perfect for a few drinks before starting your night out.

A high-end club owned by the same guy behind La Movida. The concept is similar: It is a multi-storied club with a rooftop and a central bar on the first floor. Different music on every level, from reggaeton to EDM.

Chic crowd, mostly Colombian. Do not come wearing sandals or shorts. Prices are expensive (10-12$ for cocktails) and you may have to book a table to get in as a group.

This multi-storied rooftop bar is a large venue, filled with mostly tourists, both locals and foreigners. Nice views on the Torre del Reloj from there. You have to pay an entrance fee of 7$ to get in, and then the drinks are pretty expensive inside. On weekend nights, it can get annoyingly packed. Service was unfriendly. The music is different on both floors (Reggaeton in one, EDM in the other).

Comments, criticism and questions are welcome, just write them below at the end of the article.

Kor
A high-end lounge/bar/club with a beautiful décor and the best sound system in Taipei. There is a nice bar in the middle of the room, but you better arrive early if you want to get a seat. Otherwise, it's best to reserve a table and order some bottles. Wide selection of whiskies and bourbons. Music is anything but EDM, meaning hip-hop, soul, oldies, rap, RnB.

If you are a tourist, it is a good idea to have a few drinks at this rooftop bar at ATT 4 FUN to admire the view of Taipei 101. Drinks are quite light on alcohol and not particularly tasty. Lounge atmosphere. It's better to book a table to avoid being seated at the bar.

The trendiest bar in Astana. A large space where you can dine, drink, and dance. You need to dress up to enter. Live music/DJ. Expensive (6-7 dollars for a beer, 9-10 for cocktails). It only gets really full on weekends.

This trendy bar/restaurant is frequently recommended by locals. Next to the Ritz-Carlton, in one of the city's most prestigious locations, it has a great terrace that is very enjoyable during the summer months. Quiet on weekdays, it can be packed and lively on weekends. Good cocktails.

Next to the 6/45 restobar, in the luxury shopping center Talan Gallery, this is a new club targeting wealthy Kazakhs. A bit too formal and exclusive to be really fun. Nice lighting, sound system and shows. Recommended for groups. 

Another Irish Pub, quite expensive and lacking charm. Live music.

An Irish Pub, again, in Yesil district in the south of Astana. Modern design but quiet. Food and live music. They also have a branch in the airport.

A hipster burger restaurant serving beer. Popular with foreigners after it was featured in a Guardian article. Expensive but convenient. Check their IG for special events (live music, DJs). Shisha and foosball available. Open daily.

A chic, but unremarkable pub in the area of Highvil. You might bump into a few expats there. 

General Tips About Tokyo NightlifeDress Code:
Surprisingly, it's not that strict. Still, I recommend wearing at least a pair of jeans with a collared shirt. If you have tattoos, you will have to cover them in most nightclubs (except Zero).

ID:
You'll need to show a valid ID to enter most clubs. Photocopies are rarely accepted, but you can bring a driver's license.

In nightclubs, you need to be 20 to enter. Bars generally don't care, unless you really look like a teenager.

Best Time to Go to Nightclubs:
Friday and Saturday from 2 AM to 5 AM. There are often discounts if you arrive before 12 AM, or on weekdays.

Prices:
It is rather expensive to party in Tokyo, especially if you are a man since you won't get any discounts. Before midnight, you'll pay ¥1,000 on average for an entrance fee (USD 7). After midnight, it generally ranges from ¥2,500 to ¥4,500 for the best clubs. On special events, expect to spend even a little bit more. Girls almost always pay less (from ¥0 to ¥2,500). You often get a free drink with your ticket.

A standard alcoholic drink will cost you between ¥700 and ¥1,200 and a half-pint of beer between ¥300 and ¥600.

Overall, I would say that to enjoy a night out in Tokyo, you will need to spend between ¥10,000 and ¥15,000 (USD 65 to 100).

Bring cash as many venues don't accept cards.

Going Around:
Forget Uber, they are more expensive than taxis. The latter cost about 4-5$ per kilometer, with a 20% surcharge from 10 PM to 5 AM.

Note that most trains and buses stop working shortly after midnight. They start again in the morning around 5.30 AM, so what most people do is just party until then. You can also hang out in a McDonald's or a 24-hour internet café.

That said, I would really recommend you to choose a hotel walking distance to the nightlife. I'm recommending a few properties below that are ideally located, highly-rated, and budget-friendly.

Baia, a relative new-comer, can get really packed and fun. The DJs will play all types of famous upbeat songs to a 20-30 mixed crowd. Overall nice design + it has an open-air terrace on its last floor.

Recommended hotels near Itaewon nightlife:
- Hamilton Hotel (US$105 per night)
- Imperial Palace Boutique Hotel (US$110 per night) - Same complex as Made Club

The dating scene in Ho Chi Minh City can be fun, but there have been many reports of scams. The most common is that of girls who suggest meeting in specific bars, then order expensive drinks from which they get a commission. It seems to happen especially in nightlife properties belonging to Han Group, such as Faham, Zion, Atmos.

- Under 40$ per night: Sanouva Hotel
- Under 70$ per night: Paradise Hotel and Spa, Icon Saigon and Liberty Central.
- Under 100$ per night: Liberty CityPoint (my favorite with a brand new CGV cinema inside), Liberty Riverside

Beware that some hotels in Ho Chi Minh City will not allow you to invite a guest to your room, especially a Vietnamese lady. She will either need to be part of your initial booking, or your legal spouse.

This happens in particular in Government-run hotels (even the 4 and 5 stars properties) and family guest-houses.

If this might be a problem for you, for instance if you have a Vietnamese girlfriend or boyfriend, it's better to check ahead with the hotel.

Many Vietnamese use transit or love hotels to meet with their partners. There are hundreds of them all over the city. You can easily spot them yourself as they are advertised with a bright neon sign, usually with something like "100,000VND - 1 giờ" which means "100,000 VND per hour". They are normally open 24/7.

It used to be the top rooftop in the city, but it has lost in popularity. Still a great view though, and very classy, but too expensive for what you get (USD 14 for a cocktail).

Also called "Apo", this infamous nightclub used to be packed every night until 4AM. Since COVID, it is not as busy as before. Many prostitutes and foreigners.

Large, modern, trendy complex a bit far away from the city center. It is an open-air restaurant and café with a club inside. Busy on weekends (IDR 100,000 entrance fee with one drink included, free for girls). Live music with DJ.

Boshe VVIP is just in front of City Mall. If you have been to the one in Bali, you will notice it looks almost the same. There is a Rp150,000 entrance fee with one drink included (free for ladies). You generally have a local live band or sexy dancers before midnight, and then a DJ.

Since the prices are higher than the average for Yogyakarta (small local beer is Rp60,000), it attracts an older crowd, mostly male. The sound system and the lighting are great. It is famous for its karaoke where pretty lady companions (LC) are available. Many girls but most of them are working there and they are only looking for money.

Terrace Café and Karaoke
Terrace is located in Jalan Raya Seturan, an interesting street with many cafes and restaurants that stay open until late. Terrace is the busiest venue in the area. It is a small club on two floors with either live music, a DJ or dancers on stage. It wasn't so crowded when I visited and most of the guests were guys. The entrance fee was Rp75, 000, a large Bintang costs Rp95,000. They play EDM, Hip Hop and Top 40 music.

Sugar KTV
There used to be a club here, but now there is only a karaoke (similar to the one in Boshe). It is within the hotel Indoluxe, about 15 minutes from the center. 

Lucifer
Lucifer is a small bar/café/restaurant in the backpacker street Jalan Sosrowijayan. They have live rock and reggae music, cheap food and a crowd made of mostly Indonesian men in their 20s.

Near Onemore, Steam is a beautiful bar with a futuristic punk theme (think Mad Max). Daily live band playing famous songs (international and local hits). Craft beer on tap. Easy-going and laid-back crowd. Some foreigners. A good spot to meet people.

London Pub is your not-so-typical Uzbek "British" pub with a quaint interior design, Western and local food, imported beers and sports channels on TV. It doesn't get too crowded but it is still recommended if you're desperate to meet other foreigners.

A similar place is the Irish Pub and Chester. Both of which have some expat regulars.

If you want something more sophisticated than the pubs of Kampung Bule, there are several trendy bars and clubs in Batam as well.

I spent around 10 days in Almaty, the largest city in Kazakhstan. I was told it had the best nightlife in Central Asia, and it is probably true. While it is sometimes still rough around the edges, I can say that it is one of the most underrated party destinations I've ever been to.

The city has at least 10 decent nightclubs and 30 bars worth visiting. It is generally cheap: Drinks cost between 3$ and 6$, even in nicer venues, with an entrance fee often under 10$.

Foreigners are rare and they are usually well-treated, though there are some cases of racism.

People are ethnically very diverse: A third is Russian, half is Kazakh (Asian-looking), and the rest is mixed.

Finally, I found Almaty to be particularly safe. I walked a lot at night between places and I never felt scared.

The following guide should cover everything you need to know about partying in Almaty. Please note that I was there during late spring. Naturally, more bars were open and the atmosphere was generally nicer. If you have experience partying during the winter, please share it in the comment section below.

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Almaty nightlife is spread out in the city center, called the Golden Square, without a specific party neighborhood. As long as you choose a hotel there, you will never be too far from a bar or a nightclub.

There are a few zones with a higher density of night spots: Around the Park of 28 Panfilov Guardsmen, on Gogol Street, on Dostyk Avenue and on Furmanov Street (also called Nazarbayev street). You can also walk along Panfilov street, a semi-pedestrian road with many restaurants, cafés and bars.

If you need a hotel near the nightlife (and also near the best tourist attractions and near a metro station), I would recommend one of the following properties:

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
The Dostyk Hotel (rated 8.8/10 on Booking.com): 150$ per night

⭐⭐⭐⭐
Voyage Hotel (rated 8.8/10 on Booking.com): 85$ per night

Holiday Inn Express (rated 8.5/10 on Booking.com): 100$ per night

⭐⭐⭐
Mildom Hotel (rated 8.4/10 on Booking.com): 60$ per night

⭐⭐
30$ for a double room or less than 10$ for a dormitory bed in those hotels:

Nightlife Tips for Almaty:

When to Party?
There is only one thing I didn't like about Almaty nightlife: The bars and clubs are only happening on weekends and they are dead on weekdays. Even on Wednesdays, it is difficult to find somewhere that isn't completely empty.

Clubs start to fill up at midnight and they close at 5 AM or 6 AM. After this time, you may find after-hour venues but the location changes regularly.

Dress Code
You can visit most midrange bars in Almaty wearing shorts and sandals. All the more upmarket venues will do what they call "face and dress control". This means that if you don't fit with the vibe of the place, you will not be allowed to get it. To avoid being rejected, dress well with pants, shoes and shirts. Unfortunately, many of these places also discriminate against darker skin foreigners, in particular with Indians/Pakistanis/Arabs.

ID Card
Don't forget to bring your passport with you as you may be asked for a proof of identification even if you look old and rich. Many clubs are not allowed for people under 21 (even under 25 sometimes) but if you are part of a larger group, they will probably turn a blind eye on your age.

Cost of Partying
The best clubs have an entry fee between 2,500 Tenge and 5,000 Tenge (6$ to 12$). A large local beer will cost between 800 Tenge and 1,600 Tenge (450 Tenge in a supermarket), and a glass of spirit between 1,000 Tenge and 2,000 Tenge. A taxi ride will cost you 600 Tenge for 10 minutes (less if you use Yandex Go, the Uber alternative).

Overall: A fun night out will cost you around 20,000 Tenge (50 USD).

Dating scene
Almaty is a fairly easy city to meet girls or guys, though it is rather conservative. Apps that work well are Tinder, Bumble, and Mamba (Russian). Many profiles available as well on the more controversial website Seeking.com.

Kipyat.com, a website in Russian about Almaty and Astana nightlife, was very useful in my search for the most happening bars and nightclubs. They also have an Instagram page with party pics.

If you are looking for techno parties, check Zvuk Collective, Spekto and Bult. They organize events and festivals regularly in different locations around the city.

Finally, you can also follow Party Killers, which also posts about concerts, parties and events in Almaty.

The Sky Bar is the most happening night spot in Almaty at the time of writing. Open during summers, it is a large rooftop with several semi-open themed bars, for instance BHB. The space between each becomes the dance floor during peak hours on Friday and Saturday. In general, the entertainment consists of live music followed by commercial house/hip hop. Expensive prices for Almaty standards (1,500 - 2,500 Tenge for drinks).

These new cities are well-planned with modern roads, brand-new malls, offices towers, apartments, housing complexes, hotels, golf courses, hospitals and schools. They have attracted tens of thousands of middle and upper-class Indonesian families as well as several large companies. Judging by the number of new construction sites in Tangerang, this trend is likely to continue over the next decades.

This new demographic has led to a new demand for entertainment venues, starting with restaurants, coffee shops, bars, nightclubs and spas.

Probably the best nightclub in Tangerang. Modern place with impressive lighting and sound system. Mostly a bottle club, popular with Indonesian-Chinese. About IDR1-1,5M for a table for 4 guests. Live band until midnight, then DJ until close.

The Breeze (BSD)

The Breeze is a mix between a park and a lifestyle center. You'll find many restaurants there, including a few that serve alcohol. They are not party places but you can grab something to eat while having a few beers.

The best option is the sports bar/microbrewery chain Brewerkz. It is part of a Singaporean group that also owns a branch in Senayan City. They craft their own beer in Singapore and they import it in Indonesia. They have several pool tables as well.