Friendly Countries' Ambassadors Participate in Famtrip to Seribu Islands
Reported by Aldi Geri Lumban Tobing | Translated by
Jakarta Tourism and Creative Economy Agency held Familiarization Trip (Famtrip) event for diplomats from foreign embassies in Jakarta on June 4-5, 2025 in the Seribu Islands. The event is part of Jakarta's 498th anniversary celebration as well as promoting Seribu Islands.
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This famtrip was participated by a number of ambassadors from friendly countries, including Ukraine, Chile, Sri Lanka, Ecuador, and Turkey for Indonesia. Nine content creators also took part in this trip. They also shared their fun experiences while in the Seribu Islands through their social media accounts @tsabitlefi, @farhahryha, @raewoo_kim, @fantadhea, @manggi_rkha, @teeadnu, @misscahyani, @ahmdth.id, and @ria_andika.
Jakarta Tourism and Creative Economy Agency Head, Andhika Permata said this series of Famtrip events also coincides with the implementation of the Jakarta Illumination Island Festival, which will take place on Pramuka Island, Seribu Islands on June 2-8, 2025.
Vice Governor Rano Officially Opens Jakarta Creative Festival 2025This festival carries the beauty of marine life and underwater ornaments
theme, in the form of stunning thematic light installations. Making this festival one of the main attractions for tourists visiting the island.
"This festival is part of our efforts to present innovation in promoting Jakarta's leading destinations, especially the Seribu Islands, as well as strengthening diplomatic relations of Jakarta as a global city," he said, Thursday (6/5).
Meanwhile, Representative of the Ukrainian Ambassador, Mrs. Yevhenila Shynkarenko expressed her appreciation and was very impressed with the creativity and hospitality shown in this festival.
"As an effort to strengthen cultural ties between countries, this is the perfect platform," she said.
As for information, Famtrip participants were invited to visit several historical islands, such as Cipir Island and Onrust Island. These islands are not only rich in natural beauty, but also have interesting historical stories, thus providing a more in-depth experience for the participants.
They also participated in releasing 30 baby turtles as part of conservation and nature preservation efforts.
Then participants were invited to enjoy the Jakarta Illumination Island Festival on Pramuka Island. They enjoyed stunning thematic light installations, as well as dances and songs held on the main stage, and interacted with local creative industries that take part in this festival.
