News - Indonesia Travel

26 November 2018

DIVE INDONESIA, WORLD’S BEST SCUBA DIVE DESTINATION: DIVE MAGAZINE

For the third consecutive year, Indonesia has crowned World’s Best Scuba Dive Destination in the Dive Travel Awards 2018, besting the Maldives, Palau, The Philippines, Egypt, and Australia, said prestigious Dive Magazine.

21 November 2018

Livi Zheng Promotes Balinese Gamelan through Her New Film

Proudly featuring the beauty of Gamelan in her new documentary film, the young Indonesian director and producer recently entering the Hollywood industry Livi Zheng promotes the exotic nature of Bali through a film. “Bali: Beats of Paradise”.

21 November 2018

GARUDA INDONESIA Now flies DAILY DIRECT from JAKARTA to Spellbinding NIAS ISLAND

Longing to surf the famous barrelling waves of Sorake Bay? Curious to see the astonishing bare feet boulder jumpers? Or can’t wait to venture into the rarely explored interior of Nias Island? Now you can reach this exceptional island a lot easier.

24 October 2018

NOW fly GARUDA DIRECT from SINGAPORE to Beautiful BELITUNG ISLAND

Strengthening South East Asia’s regional connectivity, Indonesia’s national flag-carrier Garuda Indonesia Airlines just announced the launch of a new route direct from Singapore to Tanjung Pandan on picturesque Belitung Island in the Bangka-Belitung province.

22 October 2018

Now, Fly Moscow-Bali Direct By Aeroflot's Rossyia Airlines

From Sunday, 29th October 2018, you can fly from Moscow directly to the magical island of Bali in Indonesia when Rossiya Airlines makes its three times weekly debut flight from the capital of Russia to the tropical island of Bali.

05 September 2018

18th ASIAN GAMES A RESOUNDING SUCCESS : Indonesia Praised Worldwide

In a drizzling rain, at 21.00 hrs on Sunday, 2 September 2018, the huge torch that had lit the sky above Jakarta’s Gelora Bung Karno Sports Complex, - the main venue of the Games for two weeks since 18th August, - was slowly dimmed and extinguished, officially closing this most memorable 18th Asian Games, hosted by Indonesia in Jakarta and Palembang.

27 August 2018

LAKE TOBA’S SILANGIT AIRPORT WELCOMES DIRECT FLIGHTS FROM MALAYSIA

On 17 August 2018 – Indonesia’s 73rd Independence Day – at 13.45 hrs. West Indonesia Time, Malindo Air’s Inaugural flight from Subang, Malaysia, No OD360 touched down smoothly on the tarmac of Silangit Airport by gorgeous Lake Toba.

19 August 2018

Official Statement from Ministry of Tourism Regarding Lombok Earthquake, West Nusa Tenggara Barat, August 19th 2018

Jakarta, 19th August 2018 - A two strong aftershock earthquake struck North Lombok in North Nusa Tenggara, today 19th August 2018 at 12.06 local time.

06 August 2018

Official Statement from Bali Tourism Board on August 6th, 2018

5 August 2018, Denpasar, Bali – A strong earthquake hit the neighbouring island of Lombok at 18.46 PM local time, Sunday, 5 August 2018. The 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck at a depth of 15km north of Lombok near Loloan, causing strong tremors that were felt throughout all of Bali. A series of minor aftershocks followed thereafter, measuring up to 5.4 and 4.3 in magnitude.

05 August 2018

North Lombok Earthquake: Tourism in Lombok and Bali Remains Conducive

Jakarta, 5 August 2018 – A 7.0 magnitude earthquake, followed by a series of aftershocks, struck North Lombok in North Nusa Tenggara, today 5th of August 2018 at 18.46 Western Indonesian Time.

10 July 2018

Press Release of The Governor of West Nusa Tenggara Province Regarding Lombok Earthquake, August 12th, 2018

Press Release of The Governor of West Nusa Tenggara Province Regarding Lombok Earthquake

10 July 2018

Official Statement from Ministry of Tourism Regarding Earthquake in Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara

Jakarta, 29 July 2018 – In regard with the 6.4 magnitude earthquake which struck East Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara, today 29th of July 2018, Ministry of Tourism of Indonesia would like to extend our deepest condolences for the victims.

10 July 2018

TEN THRILLING SPORTS TO BE COMPETED FIRST TIME IN ASIAN GAMES 2018

Ten, not previously competed sports in former Asian Games, will make their debut at Asian Games 2018 in Indonesia. All are already very popular games in some parts of the globe which are now included as official sports open for competition.

02 July 2018

Meet the MASCOTS OF ASIAN GAMES 2018: Indonesia’s Precious Endangered Wildlife

For the Asian Games 2018, which will take place in Jakarta and Palembang and start on 18 August 2018, the government has selected 3 among Indonesia's many unique wildlife as mascots, to simultaneously promote these for their protection and conservation.

28 June 2018

Wonderful Indonesia Thrilling Destinations join World Cup 2018 in Russia

Despite the fact that Indonesia itself is not participating in FIFA World Cup 2018, - the world’s ultimate football tournament now ongoing in Russia, - has not stopped the wonders of the Indonesian archipelago to be presented up front amongst all the excitement.

30 May 2018

ASIAN GAMES 2018 Flame Relayed across the Indonesian islands

The long awaited 18th Asian Games 2018, scheduled to take place from August 18th to September 2nd, 2018 in Jakarta and Palembang will definitely turn the eyes of the world on Indonesia. The hype: "The Energy of Asia" has for some time now been felt across the Indonesian islands.

04 May 2018

Get JAKARTA WEEKEND HOT DEALS!

Do not miss this Bargain! Jakarta Weekend Hot Deals, launched 3rd May 2018, offers special packages at extraordinary tempting prices starting from only IDR 1 million to 1.8million for 3 days 2 nights stay at 3 to 5 star hotels across the capital city, Jakarta.

04 May 2018

BINTAN is Now Genting Dream Cruise’s Regular Port of Call

Starting 7th July, the luxurious Genting Dream Cruise, the largest cruise ship in Asia, will make Bintan Island her regular port of call, making port 4 times monthly. Initially planned to make the first call on 6th June, the date has been postponed due to technical considerations.

02 May 2018

DIVE INDONESIA at MIDE 2018 attracts Malaysian Divers

Divers and underwater enthusiasts in Malaysia, get ready! The spectacular underwater beauty across the Indonesian Archipelago will be presented at the Indonesian pavilion at Malaysia International Dive Expo (MIDE) 2018 on May 4th to 6th 2018.

26 April 2018

"No Illegal Fishing In Park Zone Stresses Head Of Komodo National Park

In response to the article on UK'S Guardian that illegal fishing was ongoing within the Komodo National Park, the Head of the Komodo National Park, Budhy Kurniawan on Wednesday, April 25th 2018 strongly rejected the allegation.

20 April 2018

Ciletuh Pelabuhan Ratu Geopark recognized Indonesia’s 4th. UNESCO Global Geopark

On 12 April 2018 the 204th UNESCO Executive Boards Summitheld in Paris, France ,unanimously recognized Indonesia’s phenomenal natural wonder called the Ciletuh–Pelabuhan Ratu Geopark in the Sukabumi Regency in West Java.

15 April 2018

Tourism Sales Mission Now in China: Nanning, Shenzhen and Guangzhou

An impressive Indonesia Tourism Sales Mission is presently on the way to three major cities in China to woo more tourists to visit Wonderful Indonesia.

13 April 2018

BOGOR: the Most Stunning Golf Venue in Asia 2017

Bogor, the city nestling at the foothills of the looming Salak volcano located near the capital city of Jakarta, has been awarded Second Runner-up Best Golf Destination Asia Pacific 2017 recently, retaining its position made the previous year in 2016.

03 April 2018

Vote Indonesia at Miss Eco International 2018 Beauty Pageant

Expressing the wonderful beauty of Indonesia in addition to Indonesia's consistent efforts to apply the principles of sustainable tourism, Astira Intan Vernadeina will spread the message on the need for environmental awareness at the Miss Eco International 2018 Beauty Pageant.

12 February 2018

Mount Agung’s Activities in Bali Continues to Recede, Alert status Lowered further to Cautious

Put aside your doubts and throw away all your worries for those who are planning to go to Bali. Recent receding development of the volcanic activities on Mount Agung has prompted the government to lower its danger status from level 4 (Alert) to level 3 (Cautious).

08 February 2018

Indonesia Spreads Wonders at TOUREST International Travel Fair 2018

In a bid to attract more international tourists, in particular Europeans, Indonesia will be participating in The TOUREST International Travel Fair 2018 from February 9th to 11th, 2018, in Tallin, Estonia.

15 December 2017

Genting Dream Cruise Ship Opens New Route to Surabaya and North Bali

Singapore-based Genting Dream, part of Asia’s luxury cruise line Dream Cruises, embarked on its inaugural voyage from Singapore to Surabaya and North Bali on 11th December 2017.