I was rather late to know that the government of Indonesia will promote tourism with an event of Visit Indonesia Year 2008. This event is the second promotion after the one held in 1992. The last time held, Indonesia earned nearly 20% increase of arrivals compared to the previous year.

In the previous years, Indonesia had a lot of publicity especially about natural disasters (earth quakes, volcano eruption, tsunamis etc.) and not to forget incidents such as the Bali bombings and etc. Tourists probably think twice before visiting Indonesia :smile: But I guess people who know Indonesia shouldn’t be worried.

Indonesia which has been popular as Dangerously Beautiful, really needs to revive again the tourism. A lot of local people are not aware that tourism can really boost the economy and creating multiplier effects. One of the big problem is, people of Indonesia doesn’t even care (this is different from not aware). Just for example lots of people still litter the environment, another example, the young generation here are not appreciating there own traditional culture (while culture should be one of the main attraction of Indonesia!).

Indonesia was once known for the hospitality and honest people, I believe these kind  of people are getting rare here. More people are money oriented and honesty comes with a price :smile: I don’t know if this is only my feelings, but its just my uncomfortable thought from a lot of life experience. (miserable me!).

If Year 2008 is to be Indonesian tourism year, our government have my homeworks to do!!! Come on is just one month more! I hope Indonesia first fix our International Airport. Just make it cleaner and make the visitor have a good impression.

Nevertheless, Indonesia, my beloved country, has many things to offer. Nice weather, Beautiful nature, rich and diverse culture, unique foods (for the culinary adventurers) and many more. I promise, the visit to Indonesia will be an advantage in every cent you spend here (coz everything is cheaper)

Please visit Indonesia!

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