Eastward Ho!

It's time to earnestly promote eastern Indonesia as a preferred tourist destination. The islands of East Nusa Tenggara province offer a wealth of cultural and nature attractions.

May 9, 2012

When only two of Indonesia's 17,000 plus islands bring in 30 percent of the total number of visitors in the country, it's time to take stock of policies and programs affecting tourism. Granted, it is difficult to beat the attractions and most importantly, the infrastructure and logistical preparedness of Jakarta, Yogyakarta and Bali. Yet, there are many more places beyond Java and Bali that deserve closer attention, and that in the long run, would

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