After welcoming 8.8m visitors in 2013, Indonesia’s tourism industry is set for further expansion in 2014, bolstered by growing foreign investment in hotel construction. While Bali and Jakarta typically receive most international visitors, the pristine and unique province of East Nusa Tenggara (ENT) is also slated to see its visitor arrivals and...
As concerns grow that an over-reliance on resource-related exports could see Indonesia repeat the boom-bust cycle of its past, the country is being encouraged to accelerate moves to diversify its economy away from commodities and towards areas such as the creative industries. Two major fashion events, Jakarta Fashion Week and Indonesia Fashion...
Throughout 2014, the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy will begin establishing 561 tourism villages in 19 regions across the archipelago, and aim to expand to 1400 in the coming years. An effort to engage the public more directly with tourism, localise sector earnings and maximise authenticity of the tourist’s experience, the ministry...
Boasting some of the world’s greatest biodiversity and dynamic landscapes, Indonesia has long been a popular destination amongst tourists. The appeal lies in experiencing life on one of the country’s 17,000 islands, sampling the famous South-east Asian gastronomy, or seeing the orangutan and Komodo dragon in their natural habitats.
With its clogged streets and sprawling developments, Indonesia’s bustling capital, Jakarta, may not be the easiest sell for tourism professionals. With 10.2m inhabitants, it is the largest city in the country and the 13th largest in the world. Indeed, the historic Dutch capital of Batavia is now but one district in a conurbation that is joined by...
With some 17,500 islands, featuring diverse landscapes that range from volcanoes to white sandy beaches, as well as major cities with international-standard conference and entertainment facilities and a highly hospitable population, Indonesia has much to offer its visitors. In recent years, the economy has experienced rapid growth and, indeed,...
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