Indonesia opts against visa fee hike to spur tourism

Indonesia opts against visa fee hike to spur tourism

The decision comes as several major tourist destinations have raised visa fees this year, including Japan, which introduced its first visa fee increase in nearly 50 years.

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Bali sees dip in domestic tourists, pins hopes on foreign visitors

Bali sees dip in domestic tourists, pins hopes on foreign visitors

Bali Governor I Wayan Koster attributed the decline to a reduced number of domestic flights, noting that several aircraft operated by national flag carrier Garuda Indonesia and its subsidiary Citilink are currently undergoing maintenance 

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Explore nearby, spend wisely: intra-provincial travel boom

Explore nearby, spend wisely: intra-provincial travel boom

Many households are now exploring destinations closer to home to reduce expenditures.

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Tourism is a tool of soft power

Tourism is a tool of soft power

A backpacker lodging in a bed-and-breakfast and eating at streetside warung should be welcomed just as warmly as a well-to-do family staying at a five-star hotel.

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