PT TWC Supports the Implementation of the 13th JITM 2022

A total of 50 representatives from 7 countries, namely France, Spain, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, India and Canada as well as 60 sellers from Travel Agents, Hotels, Corporates and Tourist Destinations in DIY attended the 13th Jogja International Travel Mart (JITM) Welcome Dinner at Rama Shinta Garden Resto, Ramayana Theater & Stage Unit complex, Prambanan, Yogyakarta, Monday (12/9/2022). This event was held offline again after being held in a hybrid manner for the previous 2 years due to the Covid-19 pandemic situation.

The theme of JITM this year is “Stronger Recovery of Tourism” which contains high hopes and optimism that DIY tourism can recover faster and rise stronger. Head of the DIY Tourism Office Singgih Raharja said that this activity is a great opportunity for tourism actors in Yogyakarta.

"This is our first event inviting buyers from abroad after two years of the Covid-19 pandemic. This event is a great opportunity for tourism actors to foster collaboration to strengthen the regional tourism ecosystem," said Singgih, Monday (12/9/2022). 

In this table top event, buyers and sellers will meet directly and hold meetings. JITM 2022 was held thanks to the collaboration between the DIY Provincial Government and the Indonesian travel agent association, destination managers, hotels, restaurants, 

"This event is expected to revive tourism activities and bring a positive impact to the economy in DI Yogyakarta," he said. 

This event is also a place for information exchange to expand business networks between buyers and sellers. Participants can discuss trends and issues as well as innovations in the tourism travel industry. This JITM event does not rule out the possibility for the middle to upper domestic market nation. This market share must also be worked on properly through collaboration between asita and PHRI. 

"The issue of sustainable tourism can be interpreted as a very important part. Then to raise it from the side of the tourist village," he said. 

JITM 2022 is the road to World Tourism Day which is commemorated together on September 27 or World Tourism Day. This will be the Road to Asian Tourism Forum (ATM) which will be held in mid-January 2023. 

Meanwhile, PT Taman Wisata Candi Borobudur, Prambanan & Ratu Boko supports the implementation of JITM 2022. This is done as a step to accelerate the growth of the tourism ecosystem in DI Yogyakarta post-pandemic.

"This recovery momentum is both a challenge and a hope for the tourism ecosystem. Collaboration and synergy between stakeholders are needed to accelerate the growth of a quality tourism industry," explained Corporate Secretary of PT TWC AY Suhartanto.

As a manager of cultural heritage tourism destinations, PT TWC invites tourism people to ignite the spirit of sustainable tourism. Quality tourist destinations that have their own values ​​and characteristics will be an attraction for foreign tourists who visit and leave memories to return.

"Hopefully with this agenda, we can create a quality tourism ecosystem by presenting excellent destinations, attractions and facilities for tourists together," he said.