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News West Sumba hosts NTT Kindergarten Teachers Association anniversary celebrations West Sumba is hosting the provincial celebrations for the Indonesian Kindergarten Teachers Association (IGTKI) anniversary from May 18 to 20,…
News Indonesian National Armed Forces and farmers team up in East Sumba to boost rice harvest and drive food security A local territorial defence management officer, Serma Daniel Umbu Ndawa, directly assisted farmers with the rice harvest in Kaliuda Village,…
Travel Journal Guest Post Discover the Hidden Gem of Sumba near Bali "One of the biggest missed opportunities I see way too often is when people come to Bali for months but…
News Rising fuel surcharges may pose a potential threat to East Sumba tourism Following a spike in national jet fuel prices to IDR 29,116 per liter on May 1, 2026, the Ministry of…
News Telkomsel and GSrek Indonesia Team Up to Deliver Critical Water and Power Infrastructure to Sumba Schools The "Homecoming Sumba 2026" charity tour brought together Telkomsel and 81 riders from GSrek Indonesia to deliver vital infrastructure and…
News Bali-Sumba Maritime Corridor Study Commences The Ministry of Transportation initiated a feasibility study for a dedicated "Maritime Corridor" connecting Bali and Sumba via high-speed luxury ferry service. This aims to provide an alternative to air travel, allowing for the transport of larger expedition gear and promoting a slower, scenic travel experience.
Travel Journal Sumba vs. Bali and Others: What Is the Real Difference? You’ve decided to travel to a tropical island paradise in Indonesia, but when you open a map, the sheer number…
News Indonesia Records Significant Increase in International Arrivals for Q2 Data released in May indicates that Indonesia has seen a 12% year-over-year increase in international arrivals throughout the second quarter of 2026. This surge is driven by the success of "digital nomad" visa programs and sustained interest from luxury travelers in off-the-beaten-path destinations like Sumba.
News Indonesia to launch 2026 Tourism Safety Program to bolster standards Indonesia’s Ministry of Tourism is launching the "2026 Tourism Safety Program" to standardize and strengthen safety, risk mitigation, and emergency…
News New Sustainable Boutique Hotels Open in East Sumba The opening of three new eco-conscious boutique properties in the Waingapu region was announced. These hotels emphasize local architecture and low-carbon footprints, catering to affluent eco-tourists who prefer Sumba's rugged eastern coast for its untouched coral reefs and quiet beaches.
Travel Journal Guest Post Discover the Hidden Gem of Sumba near Bali "One of the biggest missed opportunities I see way too often is when people come to Bali for months but…
News Rising fuel surcharges may pose a potential threat to East Sumba tourism Following a spike in national jet fuel prices to IDR 29,116 per liter on May 1, 2026, the Ministry of…
News Telkomsel and GSrek Indonesia Team Up to Deliver Critical Water and Power Infrastructure to Sumba Schools The "Homecoming Sumba 2026" charity tour brought together Telkomsel and 81 riders from GSrek Indonesia to deliver vital infrastructure and…
News Bali-Sumba Maritime Corridor Study Commences The Ministry of Transportation initiated a feasibility study for a dedicated "Maritime Corridor" connecting Bali and Sumba via high-speed luxury ferry service. This aims to provide an alternative to air travel, allowing for the transport of larger expedition gear and promoting a slower, scenic travel experience.
Travel Journal Sumba vs. Bali and Others: What Is the Real Difference? You’ve decided to travel to a tropical island paradise in Indonesia, but when you open a map, the sheer number…
News Indonesia Records Significant Increase in International Arrivals for Q2 Data released in May indicates that Indonesia has seen a 12% year-over-year increase in international arrivals throughout the second quarter of 2026. This surge is driven by the success of "digital nomad" visa programs and sustained interest from luxury travelers in off-the-beaten-path destinations like Sumba.
News Indonesia to launch 2026 Tourism Safety Program to bolster standards Indonesia’s Ministry of Tourism is launching the "2026 Tourism Safety Program" to standardize and strengthen safety, risk mitigation, and emergency…
News New Sustainable Boutique Hotels Open in East Sumba The opening of three new eco-conscious boutique properties in the Waingapu region was announced. These hotels emphasize local architecture and low-carbon footprints, catering to affluent eco-tourists who prefer Sumba's rugged eastern coast for its untouched coral reefs and quiet beaches.
News West Sumba hosts NTT Kindergarten Teachers Association anniversary celebrations West Sumba is hosting the provincial celebrations for the Indonesian Kindergarten Teachers Association (IGTKI) anniversary from May 18 to 20, 2026. The events are ahead of the official…
News Indonesian National Armed Forces and farmers team up in East Sumba to boost rice harvest and drive food security A local territorial defence management officer, Serma Daniel Umbu Ndawa, directly assisted farmers with the rice harvest in Kaliuda Village, East Sumba, to support regional food security. The…
Travel Journal Guest Post Discover the Hidden Gem of Sumba near Bali "One of the biggest missed opportunities I see way too often is when people come to Bali for months but never take the time to explore the nearby…
News Rising fuel surcharges may pose a potential threat to East Sumba tourism Following a spike in national jet fuel prices to IDR 29,116 per liter on May 1, 2026, the Ministry of Transportation authorized airlines to charge a fuel surcharge…
News Telkomsel and GSrek Indonesia Team Up to Deliver Critical Water and Power Infrastructure to Sumba Schools The "Homecoming Sumba 2026" charity tour brought together Telkomsel and 81 riders from GSrek Indonesia to deliver vital infrastructure and educational aid to rural Sumba from April 26…
News Bali-Sumba Maritime Corridor Study Commences The Ministry of Transportation initiated a feasibility study for a dedicated "Maritime Corridor" connecting Bali and Sumba via high-speed luxury ferry service. This aims to provide an alternative to air travel, allowing for the transport of larger expedition gear and promoting a slower, scenic travel experience.
Travel Journal Sumba vs. Bali and Others: What Is the Real Difference? You’ve decided to travel to a tropical island paradise in Indonesia, but when you open a map, the sheer number of names makes your head spin. You want…
News Indonesia Records Significant Increase in International Arrivals for Q2 Data released in May indicates that Indonesia has seen a 12% year-over-year increase in international arrivals throughout the second quarter of 2026. This surge is driven by the success of "digital nomad" visa programs and sustained interest from luxury travelers in off-the-beaten-path destinations like Sumba.
News Indonesia to launch 2026 Tourism Safety Program to bolster standards Indonesia’s Ministry of Tourism is launching the "2026 Tourism Safety Program" to standardize and strengthen safety, risk mitigation, and emergency response across the country's destinations. The program aims…
News New Sustainable Boutique Hotels Open in East Sumba The opening of three new eco-conscious boutique properties in the Waingapu region was announced. These hotels emphasize local architecture and low-carbon footprints, catering to affluent eco-tourists who prefer Sumba's rugged eastern coast for its untouched coral reefs and quiet beaches.
Travel Journal Guest Post Discover the Hidden Gem of Sumba near Bali "One of the biggest missed opportunities I see way too often is when people come to Bali for months but never take the time to explore the nearby…
News Rising fuel surcharges may pose a potential threat to East Sumba tourism Following a spike in national jet fuel prices to IDR 29,116 per liter on May 1, 2026, the Ministry of Transportation authorized airlines to charge a fuel surcharge…
News Telkomsel and GSrek Indonesia Team Up to Deliver Critical Water and Power Infrastructure to Sumba Schools The "Homecoming Sumba 2026" charity tour brought together Telkomsel and 81 riders from GSrek Indonesia to deliver vital infrastructure and educational aid to rural Sumba from April 26…
News Bali-Sumba Maritime Corridor Study Commences The Ministry of Transportation initiated a feasibility study for a dedicated "Maritime Corridor" connecting Bali and Sumba via high-speed luxury ferry service. This aims to provide an alternative to air travel, allowing for the transport of larger expedition gear and promoting a slower, scenic travel experience.
Travel Journal Sumba vs. Bali and Others: What Is the Real Difference? You’ve decided to travel to a tropical island paradise in Indonesia, but when you open a map, the sheer number of names makes your head spin. You want…
News Indonesia Records Significant Increase in International Arrivals for Q2 Data released in May indicates that Indonesia has seen a 12% year-over-year increase in international arrivals throughout the second quarter of 2026. This surge is driven by the success of "digital nomad" visa programs and sustained interest from luxury travelers in off-the-beaten-path destinations like Sumba.
News Indonesia to launch 2026 Tourism Safety Program to bolster standards Indonesia’s Ministry of Tourism is launching the "2026 Tourism Safety Program" to standardize and strengthen safety, risk mitigation, and emergency response across the country's destinations. The program aims…
News New Sustainable Boutique Hotels Open in East Sumba The opening of three new eco-conscious boutique properties in the Waingapu region was announced. These hotels emphasize local architecture and low-carbon footprints, catering to affluent eco-tourists who prefer Sumba's rugged eastern coast for its untouched coral reefs and quiet beaches.