A few bitesize news stories and tourism developments making the headlines in Indonesia in recent weeks:
Indonesia sees significant tourism growth in 2024
Indonesia welcomed 13.9 million foreign tourists in 2024, marking a significant increase from the 11.68 million visitors recorded in 2023, the Ministry of Tourism announced in a press release on Saturday, according to Xinhua. Tourism Minister Widiyanti Putri attributed this achievement to the effective policies implemented during President Prabowo Subianto’s first 100 days in office.
(source: Bernama)
Flights disrupted by volcanic eruption
In November, Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki on the tourist island of Flores erupted multiple times, cancelling scores of international flights to Bali and forcing the evacuation of thousands. On Thursday, 13 February, Indonesian authorities raised the alert level to its highest level, widening an exclusion zone and ordering half a dozen villages to evacuate before a possible eruption.
(source: Hindustan Times)
Indonesia identifies gastronomic tourism development as key priority for increasing tourist flow
The development of gastronomic tourism is becoming one of the priority strategies for attracting foreign travellers to Indonesia. According to the Ministry of Tourism, Indonesia takes pride in its diverse culinary heritage, which includes dishes such as fried rice, gado-gado (a vegetable salad with peanut sauce), and soto (a traditional Indonesian soup). These unique dishes attract visitors from around the world and contribute to growing interest in local culture and cuisine.
(source: Kasinform)
New digital e-visa simplifies Indonesia travel
VFS Global has introduced a cutting-edge online platform designed to streamline Indonesia’s Electronic Visa on Arrival (e-VoA) process. This initiative aims to provide a seamless visa application experience for travellers, bolster inbound tourism, and support Indonesia’s target of welcoming 14 million visitors in 2025. The new e-VoA platform caters to nationals from all 97 eligible countries. Travellers can now complete the visa application process entirely online, receiving a pre-approved e-VoA before their departure, enhancing convenience and efficiency.
(source: Travel and Tour World)
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