BANDA ACEH Banda Aceh is a major administrative and commercial hub in the province of Aceh, Indonesia. It is also the oldest Islamic city in Southeast Asia and, in the past, served as the capital of the Aceh Sultanate. Consequently, the city preserves an extraordinary legacy of Islamic history and culture.
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ANAMBAS Anambas is an archipelago in the Riau Islands Province, Indonesia. Its capital is Terempa. Anambas became a separate regency in 2008, having been carved out of the Natuna Regency. The natural beauty of these islands is truly stunning; it is no wonder that the archipelago was named the best tropical island destination in Asia in 2018.
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BANDUNG Bandung is one of the largest metropolitan cities in West Java and serves as the province's capital. In terms of population, it is the third-largest city in Indonesia, following Jakarta and Surabaya. The city is situated near a mountainous region, resulting in a relatively cool climate. Bandung is also known as the "City of Flowers" (*Kota Kembang*) due to the abundance of flowers found throughout the city. Furthermore, it is well-known as a shopping destination.
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BELITUNG Belitung is an island located off the east coast of Sumatra, Indonesia, flanked by the Gaspar Strait and the Karimata Strait. The island is well-known for its white pepper—referred to locally as *sahang*—and for various mineral resources, including tin, quartz sand, white clay, and granite. In recent times, it has also emerged as an alternative destination for nature-based tourism. Its main town is Tanjung Pandan.
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BINTAN Bintan is an island in the Riau Islands province, where the city of Tanjungpinang serves as the administrative center. The island is located in close proximity to Singapore. As the largest island in the Riau Islands—an archipelago comprising nearly 3,000 islands—it stretches across from Singapore and Johor Bahru, Malaysia. The island extends from the Strait of Malacca toward the South China Sea. The city of Tanjungpinang is situated on the southwestern coast of Bintan.
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BUKITTINGGI Bukittinggi is the capital and largest city in the province of West Sumatra. Known as a tourist destination with a cool climate, it was dubbed the "Paris of Sumatra" by the Dutch. The city is also a "sister city" to Seremban in Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia. A major tourist attraction is the Jam Gadang—a clock tower located in the heart of the city—which serves as its iconic symbol.
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KARIMUNJAWA Karimunjawa is an archipelago in the Java Sea, located within the Jepara Regency, Central Java. It is currently being developed into a marine tourism destination that is gaining popularity and attracting many visitors. Renowned for its natural beauty, Karimunjawa is often referred to as "The Paradise of Java." The Karimunjawa archipelago consists of a cluster of 27 islands situated in the Java Sea.
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A gateway to island, marine, and Komodo National Park experiences.
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MADURA Madura is an island located to the northeast of East Java. The island covers an area of ​​approximately 5,168 km² (making it smaller than the island of Bali) and has a population of nearly 4 million people. Its shape resembles the body of a cow, and it boasts extraordinary natural beauty as well as a rich artistic culture.
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MEDAN Medan is the capital city of North Sumatra Province, Indonesia. It is the fourth-largest city in Indonesia and the largest city outside the island of Java. Medan serves as a gateway to the western region of Indonesia, as well as a starting point for travelers heading to tourist destinations such as Brastagi in the Karo Highlands, the orangutan sanctuary in Bukit Lawang, and Lake Toba.
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NATUNA Natuna is the northernmost archipelago in the Karimata Strait. To the north, it shares borders with Vietnam and Cambodia. The islands possess natural beauty, most notably an extraordinary marine environment. While many domestic tourists have yet to discover the charms of Natuna, the destination is already well-known among international travelers.
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PADANG The city of Padang is the largest city on the west coast of the island of Sumatra and serves as the capital of the province of West Sumatra, Indonesia. It acts as Indonesia’s western gateway from the Indian Ocean. The history of Padang is inseparable from its role as part of the Minangkabau *rantau* (outlying territory); it began as a fishing village at the mouth of the Batang Arau River and later developed into a bustling port city following the arrival of the Dutch.
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Sabang is a city located on Weh Island, serving as a gateway to the northernmost and westernmost region of Indonesia. It is home to the Zero Kilometer monument. Visitors can explore the underwater world through diving, discovering hundreds of fish species and a rich variety of coral reefs. The area also boasts natural beauty, including mountains, lakes, beaches, seas, and pristine forests.
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YOGYAKARTA Yogyakarta is a major city located in the southern part of the island of Java. It is renowned for its *keraton*—the sultan’s palace—which frequently hosts performances of classical dance and Javanese *gamelan* music. Yogyakarta offers a wealth of engaging experiences, ranging from natural beauty, a rich artistic landscape, and deep-rooted traditions and cultural heritage, to a diverse culinary scene.
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