Indonesian tourism representatives and villages receive national recognition

Several Indonesian representatives and local destinations have earned honors at national tourism events held in Bali.

In the 2026 Indonesian Tourism Ambassador competition, three representatives from South Sulawesi achieved significant placements. Dorothea Dendo Patoding, a student from SMA Kristen Barana’, was named 1st Runner Up, while Fadel Muhammad Samudra secured the 2nd Runner Up position. Additionally, Fradea Daniza Mangoli, also from SMA Kristen Barana’, received the Indonesian Tourism Ambassador Religious 2026 award.

In a separate achievement, Simarasok Village in Agam Regency, West Sumatra, was named among the top 15 best national tourism villages and hamlets in the Wonderful Indonesia Award 2026. The village was recognized for its integration of natural landmarks like Ngalau Agam Tabik and Batu Putiah baths with Minangkabau cultural elements, including traditional Randai arts and Rumah Gadang architecture.