Economic update | Egypt: Reviving tourism
Articles & Analysis | Waking up to tourism: Aceh blends history, architecture and reminders of the 2004 tsunami from The Report: Indonesia 2012
There are plenty of idyllic tourist spots in the Indonesian archipelago, some of them topping the wish lists of tourists worldwide. Less known but finally in bounds is a fascinating new option: Aceh. The semi-autonomous region at the westernmost point in the country is emerging from decades of isolation, and both locals and visitors are waking...
Articles & Analysis | Facts for visitors: Useful information for business and leisure travellers from The Report: Indonesia 2012
ETIQUETTE: A handshake is usually the first introduction in a business setting and is used as a greeting and farewell. It is recommended to address men as Pak (equivalent to “Mr.”) and women as Ibu (equivalent to “Mrs.”). Visitors should try to use the right hand when passing money and other objects,...
Interviews & Viewpoints | I Made Mangku Pastika, Governor of Bali: Interview from The Report: Indonesia 2012
To what extent has a growing population and the increased number of visitors placed a strain on Bali’s infrastructure?
Articles & Analysis | Focused approach: Visitor numbers rise as the country widens its offering and targets new markets from The Report: Indonesia 2012
Known throughout the world for its key tourism destination, Bali, Indonesia has been trying to broaden visitors’ itineraries in recent times by developing other tourist areas and activities. At the same time, the country is trying to build its profile as a business travel venue, a policy helped along by ongoing economic growth. The country is also...
Articles & Analysis | Business destination: Expanding the quantity and range of MICE facilities from The Report: Indonesia 2012
Enjoying a period of sustained economic growth and heightened overseas investor interest throughout the global downturn, Indonesia has recently seen itself move up the league table of international business destinations. This has been good news for its meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions (MICE) segment, with the government keen to...