The Ministry of Tourism (MoT) in Indonesia is working to reform the local travel and tourism industry. They seek to enable a five per cent contribution to the national GDP by 2029. Key strategies will focus on attracting high-spending travellers and developing high-value tourism products.
Rizki Handayani, MoT’s deputy for industry and investment, highlighted the government’s efforts to make tourism a priority sector. “The national government is restructuring all sectors, including tourism, to drive economic growth. Our goal is to position tourism as a leading contributor to the national economy,” she said. To boost visitor spending and revenue, MoT is focusing on travellers that seek premium experiences.
High-value travellers
“We must provide products that resonate with high-value travellers,” she said. “The ministry is prioritising wellness, gastronomy, and marine tourism to cater to current travel trends. The MoT is driving the development of marinas and boating infrastructure. It will capitalise on the growing yachting industry across South-east Asia and Australia. “Indonesia is a prime destination for yachts, and improved facilities will stimulate related industries and attract more visitors,” she opined.
Attesting to new marina development is the scheduling of Indonesia’s first Full-Service Yacht Marina. PT Marina Development Indonesia and Pelindo have signed a contract announcing the groundbreaking of Indonesia’s first international-standard full-service marina.
This milestone project represents a significant leap forward in the country’s maritime tourism and infrastructure. The marina will accommodate 180 wet berths, for more than 50 superyachts up to 90 metres in length.
It will have a modern yacht service area equipped with a travel lift. That will be capable of handling up to 200 tons and a high-quality fuelling station. This will further position Indonesia as a premier destination for maritime activities.
Enthusiastic
Captain Thomas Taatjes of Asia Pacific Superyachts Indonesia is enthusiastic. He says, “We are all looking forward to a promising future for yachting and marine tourism in Indonesia.”
Ulf Backlund, is the President Director of Marina Development Indonesia. He said, “Indonesia deserves a first-class marina. One that reflects its status as the new yachting paradise of the world.
Indonesia’s distinctive location, is safely positioned outside hurricane and typhoon paths. Indonesia has 17,000 islands, spectacular diving locations, and diverse languages, cultures. Added to that is favourable weather all year long, makes Indonesia the ideal location for such a development.”
“This marina will attract global yachting enthusiasts and open up for exploring Indonesia’s natural beauty in the biggest archipelago in the world.”
