Destination: Indonesia

Destination: Indonesia

A message from Panorama Destination Indonesia  Warm greetings from Indonesia.  As we approach the final months of the year, I am pleased to share some encouraging developments for our tourism sector. International connectivity continues to improve, with Turkish Airlines increasing their schedule to Indonesia from seven to nine flights per week effective 28 October 2025….

Don’t Miss This Month: Hoi An Lantern Festival

Don’t Miss This Month: Hoi An Lantern Festival

Hoi An’s world-famous Lantern Festival continues to enchant visitors in 2025, offering one of Vietnam’s most atmospheric cultural experiences. Held on the 14th day of each lunar month, the festival transforms the UNESCO World Heritage-listed ancient town into a glowing wonderland, illuminated by thousands of silk lanterns. From 6-10 PM, the electric lights of the…

October Highlights: Longboat Racing Season Begins!

October Highlights: Longboat Racing Season Begins!

As the rains ease and the river waters swell, October marks the beginning of Thailand’s spectacular longboat racing season, one of the country’s most colourful and vibrant traditions. Rooted in both religious and cultural practices, longboat racing has become a highlight of the Thai calendar, drawing communities together to celebrate heritage, camaraderie and athletic skill. …

Sarong Music Run Draws 15,000 Participants

Sarong Music Run Draws 15,000 Participants

Kuala Lumpur recently played host to the third Malaysia Sarong Music Run, an event that has quickly become one of the highlights of the nation’s tourism calendar. Held on Malaysia Day 2025 (20 September) at the PETRONAS Twin Towers, the festival drew an impressive 15,000 runners from 26 countries, underscoring its rising international appeal. More…

“Progress Meets Preservation”: Malaysia’s King on Sustainable Tourism

“Progress Meets Preservation”: Malaysia’s King on Sustainable Tourism

Malaysia’s King, Sultan Ibrahim, has called for urgent action to ensure that tourism growth in the Mersing region does not come at the expense of its natural environment. In a recent address, His Majesty underlined the importance of striking “a balance between progress and preservation” and highlighted the need for stronger regulations and policies to…

Top Picks: Wellness Tourism Wonders to Explore in 2025

Top Picks: Wellness Tourism Wonders to Explore in 2025

Indonesia is emerging as one of the world’s leading destinations for wellness tourism, a trend that is expected to continue gathering momentum in 2025. Travellers today are increasingly seeking holidays that combine rest, rejuvenation and cultural enrichment, and Indonesia is uniquely placed to deliver on all fronts. In this article, we explore a few of…

Coming Up in October: Nusa Dua Festival 2025

Coming Up in October: Nusa Dua Festival 2025

This month, Bali celebrates the return of one of the island’s most popular cultural events: the Nusa Dua Festival. Scheduled to take place from 25-26 October at The Nusa Dua complex, the festival will span four days of diverse entertainment, art and culture. Organised by ITDC, the event is designed to showcase Bali’s creative spirit…