A tourism village is usually described as a village designated to welcome tourists, offering experiences that combine nature, authentic cultures and local life.
Indonesia’s Tourism and Creative Economy Minister Sandiaga Uno added that in the last two years, even during the Covid-19 pandemic, the number of foreign tourists who visited tourism villages across Indonesia increased by around 30 to 50 per cent, particularly the villages in Central Java and West Java provinces, while other tourism destinations experienced downturns.
Indonesia has set to focus on developing and promoting tourism villages this year, as such alternative tourism has been proven to be able to survive during a pandemic, the country’s Tourism and Creative Economy Minister Sandiaga Uno said.
A tourism village is usually described as a village designated to welcome tourists, offering experiences that combine nature, authentic cultures and local life.
Uno added that in the last two years, even during the Covid-19 pandemic, the number of foreign tourists who visited 'tourism villages' across Indonesia increased by around 30 to 50 per cent, particularly the villages in Central Java and West Java provinces, while other tourism destinations experienced downturns.
Participants discussed the boundary between nature and ecotourism, whether mass visits to unique areas can remain safe, the responsibilities of investors, and how to prepare tourists for visiting specially protected natural areas.
The head of state expressed confidence that the Forum will be held at a high level, and that its results will contribute to the development of tourism in Russia and the expansion of humanitarian and business ties.
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