Indonesia
Mount Ruang erupts again; Manado Airport and 6 other regional airports closed.
Latest monthly intl arrivals
1,036,037
Feb 2024
Recovery vs 2019
83%
Feb 2019: 1,243,996
YTD Intl Arrivals
1,963,783
Up to Feb 2024
Percent of 2024 Target
12%
of 17M target
Source: Intl arrivals - Badan Pusat Statistik. Page last updated: 4 May 2024.
Latest Travel Industry News
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2-May-2024 🛬 inboundStatistics Indonesia reported that annual inflation rose 3% in Apr, within Bank Indonesia’s target range of 1.5%-3.5%. Annual core inflation rate rose 1.82% in Apr, from 1.77% in MarSource: channelnewsasia.com/business/indonesias-inflation-rate-eases-slightly-april-4308036
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2-May-2024 🛬 inboundThe Tourism Minister hopes that the new capital city Nusantara in East Kalimantan could “significantly” boost the tourism and creative economy sectors in the province. The two sectors currently contribute 5.7%-5.8% to the province’s GDP. The minister also revealed that the allocation for the tourism and creative economy budget for East Kalimantan will be increased from 25% to 30%Source: en.antaranews.com/news/312324/minister-expects-e-kalimantans-tourism-to-benefit-from-ikn
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1-May-2024 👨✈️ aviationGaruda Indonesia reported a revenue of $711.98 million USD in Q1 2024, +18.07% YoY. The majority of revenue came from scheduled flights, amounting to $599.01 million USD, +18.19% YoY, whilst non-scheduled flights recorded a 53.57% YoY increase. The airline recorded a net loss of $86.82 million USD in Q1, -21.10% YoY. Garuda Indonesia and Citilink served 39,000 flights in Q1, +15% YoYSource: en.tempo.co/read/1862866/garuda-indonesia-posts-revenue-of-usd-711-98-mn-in-q1-2024
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1-May-2024 👨✈️ aviationThe Transportation Ministry has signed an MoU with the Saudi Arabian government on air transport regulations, in order to allow flight routes from all international airports in Saudi Arabia to land in Jakarta, Surabaya, Makassar and Denpasar, as well as flight routes from all international airports in Indonesia to land in Jeddah, Riyadh, Dammam, Medina and Taif. The Transportation Minister has asked Garuda Indonesia to increase flight time slots during the Hajj season, as well as move the flights from the Hajj Terminal to Terminal 1 at Jeddah International Airport to ensure a smoother processSource: asiatoday.id/read/indonesia-and-saudi-arabia-increase-cooperation-in-the-aviation-sector
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1-May-2024 👨✈️ aviationThe Tourism Minister said that his team is coordinating with the Transportation Ministry to increase the frequency of domestic flights to East Kalimantan, following complaints about high airfares to the region. He noted that the issue was “not necessarily the price, but the limited availability of domestic flight tickets”Source: en.antaranews.com/news/312264/tourism-minister-collaborates-to-boost-east-kalimantan-flights
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1-May-2024 🌏 outboundThe Tourism Minister believes that Islamic boarding school students (santris) have “the potential to become players in the digital creative economy of Umrah and Hajj”, particularly in Umrah and Hajj organising servicesSource: en.antaranews.com/news/312288/umrah-hajj-offer-business-opportunities-for-santris-minister
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1-May-2024 🛬 inboundThe Indonesia Exhibition Companies Association (ICEA) and the Indonesia Congress and Convention Association (INCCA) to organise the first-ever Indonesia MICE Youth Challenge at the Jakarta Convention Centre (JCC) on 29-30 Jul. The competition aims to provide a platform for business events and tourism students to showcase their innovative ideas for the industry. The winners of the challenge will be sponsored to participate in competition at the Asian and global levelsSource: ttgmice.com/2024/05/01/indonesias-inaugural-mice-youth-challenge-promises-innovation-and-talent-showcase/
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30-Apr-2024 👨✈️ aviationState-run air traffic control provider AirNav Indonesia announced the closure of Manado’s Sam Ratulangi Airport again due to the second phase of Mount Ruang volcano’s eruptionSource: channelnewsasia.com/asia/indonesia-mount-ruang-volcano-erupts-again-airport-closed-4302276
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30-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundThe Centre for Volcanology and Geological Disaster Mitigation (PVMBG) has raised the status of Mount Ruang from Level 3 (Alert) to Level 4 (Beware) following the second-phase of the eruption on 30 Apr. The National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB) have prepared seven emergency posts in Manado and Siau Islands to accommodate 12,000 evacuees from Sitaro Islands DistrictsSource: en.antaranews.com/news/312213/mount-ruang-erupts-again-thousands-evacuated
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30-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundThe Coordinating Minister for Maritime Affairs and Investment revealed that the government is considering offering dual citizenship to people of Indonesian descent or former Indonesian citizens living overseas, in efforts to “bring very skilful Indonesians back to Indonesia”. Current Indonesian law requires a child with two passports to choose one and renounce the other when they turn 18. Data from the Directorate General of Immigration showed that nearly 4,000 Indonesians became Singaporean citizens between 2019-2022Source: bangkokpost.com/business/general/2784662/indonesia-may-offer-dual-citizenship-to-attract-overseas-workers
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30-Apr-2024 👨✈️ aviationHead of the Airport Authority Office of Manado Region VIII reported that at least 18 flights have been cancelled due to the second phase of Mount Ruang volcano’s eruption, affecting 1,745 passengers. Airports that have suspended operations include Manado’s Sam Ratulangi Airport, and several domestic airports including Melonguane Airport, Naha Airport, Siau Airport, Bolaang Mongondow Airport, Miangas Airport, and Pohuwato AirportSource: en.tempo.co/read/1862542/mount-ruang-erupts-again-airports-closed-18-flights-canceled
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29-Apr-2024 👨✈️ aviationThe Transportation Ministry has issued a decree reducing the number of international airports in Indonesia from 34 to 17. InJourney Airports will now manage 16 international airports, out of the total 37 airports that it operates. InJourney Airports expressed optimism that the decision will improve the national airport system and Indonesia’s air connectivity, as well as positively affect the tourism sector. President Director of InJourney Airports noted that there are “many airports with international status but no international flights for a long time, or only 2-3 times a week”, which causes inefficiency and non-optimal utilisation of facilities in the international terminalsSource: en.tempo.co/read/1861812/injourney-airports-responds-to-govt-policy-to-snip-number-of-international-airports
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28-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundThe Asian Development Bank (ADB) gave Indonesia a readiness score of 66 out of 100 in its “Smart Tourism Ecosystem Development Readiness in Southeast Asia” report, ranking third in ASEANSource: bworldonline.com/top-stories/2024/04/25/590695/philippines-lags-southeast-asian-neighbors-in-smart-tourism-index/
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28-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundDirector of Tourism Development Corporation of InJourney announced that limited quantities of special early bird tickets for the Mandalika MotoGP 2024 are being sold at 50% discount from 26 Apr-5 May. The race will be held on 27-29 Sep at the Mandalika International Circuit in Central Lombok, West Nusa TenggaraSource: en.tempo.co/read/1861576/motogp-indonesia-organizer-offers-50-percent-off-for-early-bird-tickets
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27-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundSandiaga Uno has said that the proposal for a levy on airline tickets was “only a proposal for tourism funding”, and that it will not happen, given the already high cost of flight ticketsSource: jakartaglobe.id/business/sandiaga-uno-clarifies-rumors-no-tourism-fund-levy-on-airline-tickets
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27-Apr-2024 👨✈️ aviationThe Tourism Minister dismissed rumours about a national tourism tax being added to airline ticket prices, saying that the idea was brought up during a meeting discussing tourism funding, but was rejected after considering input from various stakeholders and the publicSource: jakartaglobe.id/business/sandiaga-uno-clarifies-rumors-no-tourism-fund-levy-on-airline-tickets
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26-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundHead of the Bali Tourism Office reported that the VVIP delegates of the 10th World Water Forum (WWF) will be exempted from the Bali Tourism TaxSource: en.antaranews.com/news/311871/wwf-main-delegates-to-be-exempt-from-balis-tourist-levy-government
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26-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundThe Bali Tourism Police have been instructed to conduct a second round of tourism tax spot checks at Goa Gajah Temple, the Tirta Empul Temple, and Ulun Danu Beratan Temple. Tourists who failed to show the QR-code voucher as proof of payment of the Bali Tourism Tax will be required to pay the 150,000 IDR tax on the spotSource: thebalisun.com/tourism-police-will-conduct-more-tax-voucher-spot-checks/
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26-Apr-2024 👨✈️ aviationVirgin Australia has suspended its seasonal direct Adelaide-Bali route due to a delay in the delivery of ten new Boeing Max aircraft. The Adelaide-Bali route is still served by Jetstar, who will switch to a larger Airbus A321neo LR on the route to increase seat capacity from AugSource: thebalisun.com/major-airline-axes-direct-australia-bali-flight-affecting-thousands/
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25-Apr-2024 👨✈️ aviationPelita Air has launched its new daily Jakarta-Kendari services on 24 AprSource: en.tempo.co/read/1860742/pelita-air-officially-launches-new-jakarta-kendari-flight-routes
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25-Apr-2024 👨✈️ aviationPelita Air has launched the Jakarta-Kendari route from 24 Apr, with once daily flightsSource: en.tempo.co/read/1860742/pelita-air-officially-launches-new-jakarta-kendari-flight-routes
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24-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundBank Indonesia increased its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points to a record 6.25%, aiming to support the Indonesian rupiah that has lost almost 5% against the USD in 2024. The Indonesian rupiah extended an earlier gain following the rate increase, trading 0.5% higher at 16,145 to the USDSource: bangkokpost.com/business/general/2781530/indonesia-hikes-rate-to-arrest-rupiah-slide
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24-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundThe Tourism Minister spoke at the AVPN Global event in Abu Dhabi, the UAE, highlighting Indonesia’s strategy to “unlock its great potential as a global tourism destination” through knowledge-based economy, green and blue economy, as well as an inclusive and sustainable economySource: en.antaranews.com/amp/news/311652/indonesias-tourism-developed-with-sustainable-practices-minister-uno
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24-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundA Chinese tourist died after falling into the crater of Mount Ijen in East Java whilst posing for a photo. The Tourism Minister expressed his concern and stressed the need to prioritise the safety of all hikers on Indonesia’s volcanoes and mountainsSource: thebalisun.com/tourist-fatality-brings-renewed-warnings-for-hiking-in-bali/
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24-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundThe Regent of Bangli in Bali believes that the Bangli Sports Centre, which is currently being built, has the potential to make Bangli a “Concert City”, aside from being used for sporting events. The 650 billion IDR project will feature an indoor field with a capacity of 10,000 spectatorsSource: thebalisun.com/bangli-could-help-put-bali-on-map-as-top-concert-destination-for-tourists/
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24-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundThe Central Government is allegedly holding early discussions on exploring the implementation of a nationwide tourism tax through flight tickets. Chair of the Badung Chapter of the Indonesian Hotel and Restaurant Association (PHRI) said that the plan must be fully heard and discussed by all stakeholders. He added that if the nationwide fee is also implemented in Bali, it will “give the impression that tourists will be charged twice”, in addition to the Bali Tourism TaxSource: thebalisun.com/indonesian-government-considering-national-tourism-tax-in-addition-to-bali-tax/
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24-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundPresident Director of Garuda Indonesia expressed disagreement over the government’s alleged plan to impose a nationwide tourism tax by including it in flight ticket priceSource: en.tempo.co/read/1860315/garuda-indonesia-rejects-tourism-fee-on-flight-tickets-saying-it-burdens-passengers
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23-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundThe Tourism Ministry and the International Labour Organisation (ILO) are holding the “Training of Trainers on Transitioning to a Green and Blue Economy” event in Yogyakarta from 22-26 Apr. The Deputy for Resources and Institution at the Tourism Ministry said that the training activity aims to empower the residents of tourism villages, in line with the “pillars of productivity, inclusiveness, and sustainability” that the Tourism Minister constantly promotesSource: en.antaranews.com/news/311514/ministry-ilo-collaborating-to-raise-awareness-of-green-blue-economy
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23-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundThe Directorate General of Immigration at the Ministry of Law and Human Rights has launched the Transitional Residence Permit policy, or the “Bridging Visa” policy, which acts as a “bridge” between the previous residence permits and the new ones, making it possible for foreign citizens with Visit Visas to obtain Limited Stay Permits without having to leave Indonesia. Holders of Limited Stay Permits and Permanent Stay Permits can now also obtain new permits without leaving Indonesia. The Transitional Residence Permit is valid for 60 days and is only applicable for foreigners already in Indonesian territorySource: en.tempo.co/read/1859802/indonesia-implements-bridging-visa-policy-for-foreigners
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23-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundThe Bali Province General Secretary announced that the funds generated from the Bali Tourism Tax will be integrated into the Provincial Government’s Annual Budget (APBD), directed toward cultural protection and environmental conservation. The Acting Governor of Bali reported that the Bali Provincial Government has collected $3.9 million USD in tourism tax revenue since the policy was implemented on 14 Feb. Around 60% of all international arrivals have reportedly failed to pay the mandatory taxSource: thebalisun.com/3-9-million-collected-in-bali-tourism-fees-but-travelers-frustrated-with-payment-app/
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23-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundThe Tourism Minister responded to the rumours of a nationwide tourism tax through an additional surcharge on flight ticket prices, affirming that there will be a “meeting to discuss plans for sustainable tourism funds”. The rumour came after an Indonesia National Air Carriers Association (INACA) expert council member posted an invitation letter from the Coordinating Ministry for Maritime Affairs and Investment to discuss the matter. The Tourism Minister assured the public that no decisions has been made and that the government will not burden the public with higher airfares “as of today”Source: en.tempo.co/read/1859669/sandiaga-uno-reacts-to-issue-of-levy-on-flights-for-tourism-fund
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23-Apr-2024 👨✈️ aviationHead of the Ngurah Rai Immigration Office announced that three special counters has been prepared at the airport for delegates of the World Water Forum to ensure that event arrivals do not add to the queues in the tourist arrival lines. The event is expected to see 35,000 delegates from over 160 countriesSource: thebalisun.com/bali-confirms-plans-to-eliminate-immigration-queues-during-world-water-conference/
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23-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundMilieu Insight survey has shown that Indonesians consider cost of the whole vacation the most when travelling domestically (62%), followed by travel spots/sceneries (59%), safety of travel and destination (57%), variety of places to eat at (45%), and distance of the destination from where they live (39%). They are least concerned about the promotion of the destination (18%)Source: businessmirror.com.ph/2024/04/23/among-asians-pinoys-most-concerned-about-cost-safety-of-domestic-vacation/
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22-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundThe Constitutional Court has rejected lawsuits filed by losing presidential candidates Anies Baswedan and Ganjar Pranowo, against winning presidential candidate Prabowo Subianto. The two sought a rerun of the election, claiming that the election was “marred by systemic frauds and argued that government institutions, regional leaders, and state-sponsored social assistance programmes had been misused by outgoing President Jokowi to sway the votes in favour of Prabowo”. The two also sought to disqualify Prabowo and vice presidential running mate Gibran Rakabuming Raka, who is President Jokowi’s son, on grounds of ethical violations. The court ruled that there was no evidence to support the allegationsSource: channelnewsasia.com/asia/indonesia-constitutional-court-dismisses-appeals-prabowo-subianto-presidential-win-4283066
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22-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundSudamala Hotel Group to open its first property in Ubud, and fourth in Bali, in 2025. COO of the group noted that Sudamala Ubud will be a “small, luxury, boutique hotel” and will “echo the local strategy of sustainable culture and wellness”Source: thebalisun.com/new-luxury-river-resort-to-open-in-balis-ubud-in-2025/
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22-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundThe Tourism Minister reported that 54% of workers in Indonesia’s tourism and creative economy sectors were womenSource: voi.id/en/economy/375186
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22-Apr-2024 🌏 outboundDirector of Domestic Hajj Services at the Religious Affairs Ministry announced that the government is currently processing visas and other documents for Indonesian Hajj pilgrims. Around 23,000 pilgrims have already received their visasSource: en.tempo.co/read/1859246/indonesia-issues-23000-visas-for-regular-hajj-pilgrims
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22-Apr-2024 👨✈️ aviationThe Indonesian Volcanology Agency has lowered the alert level of the Mount Ruang volcano from Level IV to Level III. Manado’s Sam Ratulangi Airport has been reopened on 22 AprSource: channelnewsasia.com/asia/mount-ruang-indonesia-lowers-volcano-alert-level-reopens-nearby-airport-4282776
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21-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundActing Head of Disease Prevention and Control (P2P) of the Bali Health Agency highly advised tourists and all Balinese people to get dengue fever vaccinations, but noted that it is not mandatorySource: straitstimes.com/asia/se-asia/bali-advises-foreign-tourists-to-get-dengue-fever-jabs-amid-rising-cases
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21-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundBali Officials to install more payment counters at the Ngurah Rai Airport, including at the domestic terminal, for international tourists to pay the 150,000 IDR Bali Tourism Tax. Chair of the Bali Chapter of the Indonesian Tours and Travel Agencies Association (ASITA) noted that many foreign tourists don’t arrive directly in Bali, but will enter through other areas in Indonesia. There are currently around 300 registered travel agents who can facilitate the application and payment process for the Bali Tourism Tax for up to 500 tourists at a time. Acting Governor of Bali has committed 50%-70% of the first round of funds generated from the tax to handle Bali’s waste management crisisSource: thebalisun.com/new-tourism-tax-payment-counters-coming-to-bali-airport/
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21-Apr-2024 👨✈️ aviationThe Tourism Minister believes that Indonesia should attract more direct flights from countries outside Europe amid escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. He noted that flights from Europe are likely to be affected by the conflict, so Indonesia need to “narrow down our focus on flights that do not require passage through the region”. He added that the ministry is preparing more direct flights from Australia, India, and ChinaSource: en.antaranews.com/news/311337/need-to-increase-non-european-flights-amid-boiling-geopolitics-uno
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20-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundIndonesian horror film “Siksa Kubur” to be screened in seven countries, “some may be outside of Asia”, after the movie recorded 2,527,721 viewers after nine days in theatresSource: en.tempo.co/read/1858713/reaching-2-5mn-viewers-on-day-9-siksa-kubur-film-to-screen-in-7-countries
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20-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundThe Coordinating Minister for Maritime Affairs and Investment said that preparations for the 10th World Water Forum (WWF), which will be held in Bali from 18-25 May, have “gone well”. A coordination meeting for the forum’s preparation was held to discuss aspects like security, disaster mitigation, and preparation of medical facilities. The forum is expected to see the participation of ministers from 193 countriesSource: en.antaranews.com/news/311262/indonesia-gears-up-for-world-water-forum-2024-in-bali
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20-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundSadghuru embarked on a 10-day visit to Bali to explore various spiritual sites, as well as uncover spiritual and cultural connections between India and Southeast AsiaSource: news9live.com/india/sadhguru-embarks-on-spiritual-journey-to-southeast-asia-after-brain-surgery-recovery-2505950
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20-Apr-2024 🌏 outboundThe Hajj Fund Management Agency (BPKH) distributed over 159 million SAR (Saudi riyal) to cover living costs of the 2024 Hajj pilgrims. BPKH Executive Board Official stated that 750 SAR would be disbursed to each of the 213,320 Hajj pilgrims under the regular programme prior to arrival in Saudi ArabiaSource: en.antaranews.com/news/311259/govt-procures-sar-159-million-banknotes-for-hajj-pilgrims-allowance
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20-Apr-2024 👨✈️ aviationLion Air Group cancelled a total of 27 flights to/from Manado’s Sam Ratulangi Airport due to the eruptions of the Mount Ruang volcano on 18 Apr. The airport recorded a total of 40 flight cancellations in three days following the eruption, affecting 5,577 passengersSource: en.tempo.co/read/1858621/mount-ruang-eruption-forces-lion-air-group-to-cancel-27-flights
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20-Apr-2024 👨✈️ aviationGaruda Indonesia is partnering with Sunway Medical Centre in Malaysia to offer a 10% health examination fee discount for Garuda’s passengers through the Boarding Pass True Value (BPTV) programme, valid from Apr 2024-Mar 2025Source: en.antaranews.com/amp/news/311307/garuda-indonesia-offers-medical-exam-discounts-in-malaysia
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20-Apr-2024 👨✈️ aviationLion Air Group announced that flight operations at North Maluku’s Sultan Babullah Ternate Airport has returned to normal, after being disrupted by the eruption of Mount Ruang volcano on 18 AprSource: en.tempo.co/read/1858665/lion-air-groups-ternate-route-operation-returns-to-normal-after-mount-ruang-eruption
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19-Apr-2024 👨✈️ aviationSpokesperson of the National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB) announced the extension of closure of Manado’s Sam Ratulangi Airport until 6pm on 19 Apr due to volcanic ash from the eruption of Mount Ruang VolcanoSource: channelnewsasia.com/asia/indonesia-mount-ruang-volcano-eruptions-alert-4277526
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19-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundThe Tourism Minister assured that “there is no over-tourism” in Bali Island “as a whole”, noting that the issue only seems to be present in Southern Bali. He believes that new tourism developments would help distribute tourists and alleviate the burden away from Southern Bali, adding that some regions in Bali have the potential to be developed as eco-tourism destinations. He also stressed the need for infrastructure and accessibility to attract more tourists to other regions of Bali. The ministry will also organise events to promote the natural, artificial, and cultural attractionsSource: en.antaranews.com/amp/news/311235/no-over-tourism-in-bali-island-minister-uno-says
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19-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundThe Minister of State Apparatus Empowerment and Bureaucratic Reform reported that 32,937 civil servants (ASN) would be transferred to the new capital Nusantara in three stages, based on priorities, until 2029. The Ministry of Public Works and Public Housing said that the construction of 47 multi-story residential buildings for ASNs would be completed by end-2024, of which 12 of them are expected to be ready in SepSource: en.antaranews.com/news/311220/indonesias-civil-servants-to-move-to-nusantara-in-stages-until-2029
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19-Apr-2024 🌏 outboundThe Religious Affairs Minister announced that the 2024 Hajj pilgrims will depart to Saudi Arabia in two batches from 14 embarkation points. The first batch is scheduled to depart from 12-23 May to Medina, whilst the second batch will depart for Jeddah from 24 May-10 JunSource: en.antaranews.com/news/311205/indonesian-hajj-pilgrims-to-depart-for-saudi-arabia-from-may-12
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19-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundThe Bali Chapter of the Association of Indonesian Tours and Travel Agencies (ASITA) held a meeting to discuss future plans for travel agents and tour operators. ASITA aims to work with tourist attractions to secure discounted entry tickets for tourists brought by the associations’ members. ASITA is also pushing for the development of a dedicated pick-up area for large tour groups at Ngurah Rai AirportSource: thebalisun.com/bali-travel-agents-fight-to-secure-discounted-deals-for-tourists/
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18-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundThe Minister of State Apparatus Empowerment and Bureaucratic Reform announced that there will be 11,916 civil servants from 38 ministries and institutions moving over to the new capital Nusantara in East Kalimantan in the first phase starting from Sep. Around 1,500 civil servants will move first in Aug to help with preparations for the Independence Day commemoration on 17 AugSource: channelnewsasia.com/asia/indonesia-jakarta-nusantara-new-capital-welcome-civil-servants-first-batch-4274856
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18-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundWestlife to hold a concert in the Prambanan Temple area in Yogyakarta on 7 JunSource: en.tempo.co/read/1857745/westlife-sets-to-hold-indonesia-concert-in-prambanan-temple-area
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18-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundMount Ruang Volcano erupted five times on 18 Apr. Over 800 people were initially taken to safety following the first eruption, before four more evacuations prompted authorities to evacuate over 11,000 other residents from nearby areas. Head of Indonesia’s Volcanology Agency warned residents on nearby islands of possible “ejection of incandescent rocks, hot clouds discharges, and tsunami caused by the collapse of the volcano's body into the sea”Source: channelnewsasia.com/asia/indonesia-ruang-volcano-erupts-tsunami-threat-rescue-4274411
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18-Apr-2024 👨✈️ aviationAirNav Indonesia has issued a NOTAM (Notice to AirMen) regarding the closure of Manado’s Sam Ratulangi Airport until 18 Apr at 11.59pm, due to the eruption of the nearby Mount Ruang Volcano. Senior Manager of Branch Communication & Legal at Jakarta’s Soekarno-Hatta Airport reported that four Jakarta-Manado flights have been cancelled, two operated by Garuda Indonesia and two by Batik AirSource: en.tempo.co/read/1858111/ruang-volcano-eruption-flights-from-soekarno-hatta-airport-to-manado-canceled
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18-Apr-2024 👨✈️ aviationScoot cancelled six flights due to the eruption of Mount Ruang Volcano, including two from Singapore to Manado, two from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu in Sabah, and two from Singapore to Miri in SarawakSource: channelnewsasia.com/singapore/scoot-cancels-flights-mount-ruang-volcano-eruption-sabah-sarawak-4274791
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18-Apr-2024 👨✈️ aviationScoot cancelled six flights due to the eruption of Mount Ruang Volcano, including two from Singapore to Manado, two from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu in Sabah, and two from Singapore to Miri in SarawakSource: channelnewsasia.com/singapore/scoot-cancels-flights-mount-ruang-volcano-eruption-sabah-sarawak-4274791
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17-Apr-2024 👨✈️ aviationGaruda Indonesia CEO said that the Citilink-Pelita Air merger may be completed by Oct 2024Source: ch-aviation.com/news/139258-indonesias-citilink-pelita-to-consummate-merger-by-4q24
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17-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundIndonesia Dragon and Lion Dance Sport Association (PB FOBI) to hold its inaugural FOBI World Lion and Dragon Dance Championship from 17-19 May, with the expected participation of at least 550 athletes from 10 countries, including Indonesia, Australia, China, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Myanmar, Singapore, Vietnam, Taiwan, and ThailandSource: en.antaranews.com/news/311076/indonesia-to-host-international-lion-dance-competition-in-may
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17-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundThe Tourism Minister outlined Indonesia’s sustainable tourism efforts and goals during his speech at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) Sustainability Week's high-level thematic event on tourism. He highlighted Indonesia’s efforts to enhance locals’ well-being through tourism, such as tourism villages and eco-tourism; efforts to reduce carbon emissions through tourism; alignment with regenerative tourism; as well as Indonesia’s concrete sustainability policies such as carbon emission offset, planting of mangrove trees at tourist destinations, reef restoration, and activities to address waste, food loss, and food waste issuesSource: en.antaranews.com/amp/news/311070/indonesia-highlights-sustainable-tourism-efforts-at-unga
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16-Apr-2024 👨✈️ aviationThe Trade Minister announced that the types of goods that international air passengers who are not migrant workers can bring into Indonesia will now be regulated through a finance ministerial regulation (PMK) instead of through a trade ministerial regulation. He said that import restrictions will be imposed only on “certain items like clothing that have impact on the domestic industry”Source: en.antaranews.com/news/310983/finance-ministry-to-regulate-goods-brought-in-by-air-travelers
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16-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundThe Indonesian rupiah weakened 2.27% to 16,200 IDR to the USD, the weakest level since Apr 2020. Bank Indonesia’s Head of Monetary Department said that the bank is “taking steps to maintain rupiah stability by maintaining supply-demand balance in foreign exchange market”Source: channelnewsasia.com/business/indonesian-rupiah-hits-four-year-low-prompts-central-bank-intervention-4268241
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15-Apr-2024 👨✈️ aviationThe Public Relations Officer at Jakarta’s Halim Perdanakusuma Airport reported that the airport saw around 15,000 arrivals as of noon on 15 Apr, the peak Eid return flow, +40% compared to previous days. Most passengers arrived from Surabaya’s Juanda Airport, Medan’s Kualanamu Airport, Yogyakarta International Airport, as well as from South Sumatera and Central Java. The officer added that the airport is working with airlines to maintain on-time performance and reduce delays, as well as cooperating with ground handling team to ensure baggage delivery for arriving passengers at a maximum of 15 minutes after landing. The airport also coordinates with the Indonesian Army, National Police, aviation security officers, and Indonesian Air Force to ansure safety amid the influx in passenger numbersSource: en.antaranews.com/news/310809/jakartas-halim-airport-passengers-increased-by-40-percent-on-monday
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15-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundThe Health Ministry issued a warning to locals and tourists in Bali to beware of the dengue haemorrhagic fever (DHF), which “usually increases at the beginning of the year”Source: en.antaranews.com/news/310824/health-ministry-issues-dengue-warning-to-bali-tourists
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15-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundThe Transportation Minister called on Eid homecomers to make the necessary preparation before embarking on their returning journeys, such as filling up their gas tanks and taking rests at dedicated locations if feeling exhausted. State-owned toll road operator Jasa Marga reported that 961,852 vehicles returned to Jakarta and its surrounding areas on 10-14 Apr, +41% compared to normal day volumeSource: en.antaranews.com/news/310851/minister-urges-eid-travelers-to-make-pre-trip-planning
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15-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundThe Coordinating Minister for Human Development and Culture believes that the Eid al-Fitr is handled better in 2024 compared to 2023, particularly in terms of traffic accident rate. He noted that the “number of fatalities and the amount of compensation declined significantly”. The Head of the National Police Traffic Corps reported that the number of traffic accidents nationwide declined from 2,159 to 1,835 on 12 AprSource: en.antaranews.com/news/310836/eid-exodus-handling-better-than-last-year-minister
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15-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundThe Transportation Ministry’s Directorate General of Land Transportation provided 160 buses for Eid travellers from different regions returning to the Greater Jakarta area, as part of its free Eid homecoming programme. The bus travel is organised from nine terminals in five provinces, namely Yogyakarta, East Java, Central Java, West Java, and South Sumatera. The ministry also provided seven trucks to carry 210 motorcycles belonging to Eid travellers to South Tangerang on 14 Apr. The 2024 Eid homecoming programme served 40,088 travellers, +62.33% YoYSource: en.antaranews.com/news/310815/ministry-provides-160-buses-for-eid-return-trips-to-greater-jakarta
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15-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundThe Military Sealift Command (Kolinlamil) Commander reported that 810 Eid travellers returning from Surabaya and Semarang arrived in Jakarta aboard a Navy ship on 15 Apr, as part of its annual Eid homecoming programmeSource: en.antaranews.com/news/310827/navy-warship-transporting-eid-travelers-arrives-in-jakarta
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14-Apr-2024 👨✈️ aviationGaruda Indonesia Group carried at least 80,243 passengers on 531 flights, including 53 additional flights, during the peak Eid return flow on 14 Apr. Garuda Indonesia carried 37,541 passengers whilst Citilink carried 42,702. The group carried 73,951 passengers on 13 Apr. It estimated that it will carry around 77,934 passengers on 15 Apr, the last day of the Eid holiday, with around 36,000 carried by Garuda Indonesia and 41,000 by CitilinkSource: voi.id/en/news/373120
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13-Apr-2024 👨✈️ aviationThe Transportation Minister urged stet-owned air navigation services firm AirNav Indonesia to “make the most of” runways 2 and 3 at Jakarta’s Soekarno-Hatta Airport to “maximise airplane movements” during the Eid return flow. The minister estimates the number of movements can reach 110 flights per hour if the runways are utilised, up from the current 87. The airport served 187,750 passengers on 1,236 flights on 6 Apr, the peak of the Eid homecoming period. The highest volume during the return flow was recorded on 11 Apr with 121,325 passengers on 843 flights. He expects the number of flights to reach 1,250 on 15 Apr and urged all stakeholders to collaborate in preparing for the peak Eid return flowSource: en.antaranews.com/news/310671/airnav-urged-to-optimize-soetta-airports-runways-for-eid-return-flow
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13-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundThe Transportation Minister announced that the Ministry of State Apparatus and Bureaucratic Reform (PANRB) has approved a proposal for a work from home for civil service officials on 16-17 Apr during the Eid return flowSource: en.antaranews.com/news/310704/government-allows-two-day-wfh-for-civil-servants-minister
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12-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundSome roads in Ubud, Bali, to be closed on 14 Apr to honour the royal cremation, also known as “pelebon”, at Puri Agung UbudSource: thebalisun.com/tourists-can-observe-once-in-a-lifetime-royal-ceremony-in-bali-this-weekend/
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12-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundPT Jasa Marga recorded 396,318 vehicles leaving the Greater Jakarta area on 10-11 Apr, with 56.1% heading to Trans Java and Bandung city, comprising 127,425 vehicles heading to Trans Java, +146.2% from normal traffic, and 94,900 vehicles heading to Bandung, +68.9% from normal trafficSource: en.antaranews.com/news/310659/high-outbound-traffic-from-greater-jakarta-during-eid-operator
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12-Apr-2024 👨✈️ aviationPT Angkasa Pura Indonesia (InJourney Airports) recorded 4.1 million passengers at the 35 airports it managed during the 3-11 Apr Eid holiday period, +7% YoY. It recorded 31,779 aircraft movements during the period, +6% YoY. Jakarta’s Soekarno-Hatta Airport recorded the most passengers at 1.3 million, followed by Bali’s Ngurah Rai Airport (575,000), Surabaya’s Juanda Airport (381,000), Makassar’s Sultan Hasanuddin Airport (259,000), and Medan’s Kualanamu Airport (201,000). InJourney Airports recorded 677,000 passengers and 5,113 aircraft movements at the 35 airports on 10-11 AprSource: en.antaranews.com/news/310656/injourney-airports-serves-41-mln-passengers-from-apr-3-11
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12-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundHead of Public Relations of Ragunan Wildlife Park reported that there are over 27,000 visitors as of 11am on 12 Apr, the second day of Eid. The number reached a total of 69,979 as of 5pm on 12 Apr. The zoo is targeting 800,000 visitors during the Eid holiday periodSource: en.tempo.co/read/1856037/ragunan-zoo-visited-by-more-than-67000-visitors-on-the-second-day-of-lebaran
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11-Apr-2024 👨✈️ aviationPT Angkasa Pura II (AP II) recorded 1.86 million passengers at the 20 airports it managed on the 3-9 Apr Eid homecoming period, +8% YoY. The highest volume was recorded on 6 Apr with 313,164 passengers and 2,186 aircraft movement. Utilisation of flight routes at AP II airports reached 98%. The airports operated a total of 1,412 extra flights during the Eid homecoming period. The five busiest airports on 3-9 Apr were Jakarta’s Soekarno-Hatta Airport with 167,680 passengers, Medan’s Kualanamu Airport with 167,680 passengers, Pekanbaru’s Sultan Syarif Kasim II Airport with 79,715 passengers, Jakarta’s Halim Perdanakusuma Airport with 78,070 passengers, and Palembang’s Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin Airport II with 73,163 passengers. Soekarno-Hatta Airport recorded an estimated 1.13 million passengers during the homecoming period, +9% YoY, and 7,976 aircraft movement, also +9% YoY. The top five destinations from Jakarta’s Soekarno-Hatta from 3-9 Apr were Denpasar/Bali (166,213 passengers), Medan (147,237), Surabaya (110,348), Makassar (108,471), and Padang (88,689)Source: en.antaranews.com/news/310593/ap-ii-records-186-mln-air-passengers-during-homecoming
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11-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundPT Jasa Marga recorded 1,564,278 vehicles leaving the Greater Jakarta areas from 3-10 Apr, +0.82% YoY and +45.58% compared to normal traffic. A total of 919,862 vehicles (58.80%) were headed to Trans Java and Bandung, 376,133 vehicles (24.05%) to Merak, and 268,283 vehicles (17.15%) to PuncakSource: en.antaranews.com/news/310563/jasa-marga-records-15-mln-vehicles-leaving-jabotabek-until-eid
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11-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundThe Coordinating Minister for Human Development and Culture announced that Eid travellers are banned from entering ports without purchasing electronic tickets in advance, in order to optimise sea crossings in Merak, Bakauheni, and Ciwandan ports during the Eid homecoming period. The ban is expected to resolve at least 30% of crossing delaysSource: en.antaranews.com/news/310587/eid-travelers-prohibited-from-entering-ports-without-tickets-minister
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11-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundAgung Sedayu Group announced a $2.5 billion USD Tropical Coastland project in Jakarta’s north coast. The development is inspired by Singapore’s Sentosa Island and will feature a 27-hole golf course, a Formula 1 racetrack, and a sports complexSource: businesstimes.com.sg/international/asean/indonesia-s-us-2-5-billion-singapore-inspired-oasis-woo-tourists-transform-jakarta-s-north-coast
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11-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundVice Chair of the Indonesian Hotel and Restaurant Association (PHRI) Bali Chapter said that domestic tourist arrivals have reached 25,000 by air alone during the Eid holiday, up from 14,000 on normal days. The office reported that domestic tourist spending in Bali during the Eid holidays reached an average of 1-1.5 million IDR per pax. Overall domestic tourist spending in Bali in 2024 increased 5%-10% YoY, with an average of 1.3 million IDR per pax per day, including expenses for accommodation, F&B, souvenirs, and transportation. Hotel occupancy in Bali during the Eid holiday is expected to reach 85%, up from the 65% usually recorded on normal daysSource: en.antaranews.com/news/310569/bali-phri-estimates-each-tourist-spends-rp15-m-during-eid-holidays
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10-Apr-2024 👨✈️ aviationGaruda Indonesia’s CEO said that discussions for the merger between Citilink and Pelita Air are still ongoing, but hinted that it may be conducted simultaneously with the merger process of Garuda Indonesia and InJourneySource: en.tempo.co/read/1855510/garuda-official-mentions-plan-to-merge-citilink-with-pelita-air
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9-Apr-2024 👨✈️ aviationBali’s Ngurah Rai Immigration Office reported that the airport handled 3 million passengers in Q1 2024, comprising 1,355,814 foreign and 103,804 Indonesian arrivals, as well as 1,389,251 foreign and 98,520 Indonesian departures. The top international source markets include Australia, China, India, South Korea, the UK, the US, Malaysia, Russia, Singapore, and Japan. Ngurah Rai Immigration’s Non-Tax State Revenue (PNBP) reached 483.5 billion IDR. The immigration denied entry to 318 foreigners, including 132 people who did not have an Indonesian visa, 32 people whose passport was valid for less than six months, 16 people banned, 11 people hit by Interpol, one who was a convicted criminal, and 126 people who were banned for other reasons. A total of 37 foreigners were formally deported in Q1 2024, with 27 more in detainment, including 18 foreigners deported due to not complying with Indonesian laws, and 35 due to overstayingSource: thebalisun.com/bali-law-enforcement-reveals-tourist-deportation-figures/
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9-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundThe Ministry of Religious Affairs announced that the first day of Eid al-Fitr will fall on 10 AprSource: en.antaranews.com/news/310482/eid-al-fitr-to-fall-on-apr-10-govt
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9-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundThe Tourism Ministry announced plans to launch a MICE platform that will serve as an information hub for MICE stakeholders to view and book venues and meeting rooms. Chair of the Indonesian Hotels and Restaurants Association noted that the growth of Indonesia’s MICE industry remains “steady at between 5%-10%”. He added that 40% of total MICE clients nationwide are now government institutionsSource: meetings-conventions-asia.com/News/Technology/Indonesia-new-MICE-platform-going-live-in-October
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9-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundThe Transportation Minister stressed that contraflow and one-way schemes on toll roads are still necessary for a smooth flow of traffic during the Eid homecoming period. The National Police Traffic Corps is developing a policy to reduce the number of accidents on toll roads during the periodSource: en.antaranews.com/news/310449/contraflow-one-way-remain-for-eid-homecoming-travel-minister
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9-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundThe Tourism Minister said that Puncak Pass, which connects several regions in West Java, remains a “top-of-mind destination for tourists and homecomers, especially those using motorbikes”. He also lauded Bogor district and relevant stakeholders for their collaboration to prepare tourism destinations and traffic routs, as well as MSMEs during the Eid holiday period. He reported that local MSMEs in the Puncak Pass area have been provided with training courses that can support them in enhancing their products and bring more economic benefit to a larger populationSource: en.antaranews.com/amp/news/310437/west-javas-puncak-pass-remains-tourism-option-for-eid-travelers-uno
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9-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundThe Nusa Dua in Bali and The Mandalika in West Nusa Tenggara established tourism command posts to ensure smooth and safe Eid holiday season. The tourism posts are managed by InJourney Tourism Development Corporation (ITDC) and will act as an information centre for tourists and visitorsSource: en.tempo.co/read/1855039/itdc-establishes-tourism-posts-in-balis-nusa-dua-ntbs-mandalika-to-anticipate-eid-holiday-visitors
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8-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundThe Transportation Ministry asked Eid homecoming travellers to prioritise safety, following an accident involving a bus and two minibuses on the Jakarta-Cikampek Toll Road on the morning of 8 Apr. The ministry also advised travellers to “take a rest for a half an hour every driving for four hours”Source: en.antaranews.com/news/310398/eid-travelers-asked-to-rest-while-driving-to-prevent-mishaps
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8-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundA Transportation Policy Agency estimates that over 1.4 million travellers will use the Whoosh Jakarta-Bandung high-speed train during the Eid holidays. A total of 193 million people, or 70% of Indonesia’s population, are expected to travel home during the Eid period, +55% YoYSource: channelnewsasia.com/asia/indonesia-eid-mass-exodus-high-speed-train-whoosh-4250321
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8-Apr-2024 🛬 inboundChair of the Indonesia Exhibition Companies Association noted an increase in business events activity from China post-pandemic. The China Homelife Indonesia will be held at the Jakarta International Expo from 13-16 Mar, the largest show from China to date. Jakarta will also host the Global Source and Gift Show exhibitions in Sep. Head of Convex and Professional Training at AntaVaya also noted that Indonesia is increasingly becoming an attractive MICE destination for Chinese companiesSource: ttgmice.com/2024/04/08/indonesian-business-events-thrive-amid-rising-chinese-interest-post-lockdown/
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7-Apr-2024 👨✈️ aviationDoha’s Hamad International Airport announced the launch of Garuda Indonesia’s daily Jakarta-Doha flight from 4 AprSource: thepeninsulaqatar.com/article/07/04/2024/hia-further-expands-into-southeast-asia-with-garuda-indonesia
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6-Apr-2024 👨✈️ aviationGaruda Indonesia launched the GarudaMiles Diaspora Indonesia Programme in Hong Kong, offering airfare discounts and extra baggage for Indonesian diaspora in Hong Kong, including migrant workers, professional workers, and studentsSource: en.antaranews.com/amp/news/310248/garuda-offers-diaspora-cards-for-additional-discounts-extra-baggage
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