I can say that I am fortunate enough to be one of the billions of people that currently residing in Indonesia. For the last few years, I have been actively exploring my home country, however, I think I have not even seen 1/4 of whole Indonesia yet. There are still far more to explore – to see and to do in this country. Indonesia is a country with the largest archipelago in the world with more than 17000 islands and islets. According to this information by Good News from Indonesia, we need at least 37 years to explore all the islands in Indonesia. So, counting the years I have spent, it is no wonder I only have covered a very small part of the country.
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Anugerah Pesona Indonesia #APIawards2020
There is an event named Anugerah Pesona Indonesia (API) which is held annually so far in Jakarta since 2016. I get to know about it probably only three years ago. ‘Anugerah’ means grace, while the most appropriate translation in English for ‘Pesona Indonesia‘ I think will be wonderful Indonesia. I haven’t figured out the proper name in English. Anyway, there is more important information to share rather than discussing the correct translation for the name itself.
Every year since 2016 when it was first held, there has been more than 115 destinations in 15 categories that made it to the nomination list. You may find out more about last year winners and previous years on Anugerah Pesona Indonesia website. I learn that one of the advantages which is also the purpose of this Anugerah Pesona Indonesia (API) Awards is to provide a platform for the locals, travellers or visitors to nominate places that they think it may have the potential. After that, all the submissions will be selected carefully by the committee before it goes to the nomination list for the audience to vote.
More information about this award event, please visit their Anugerah Pesona Indonesia website. It is in Indonesian, you will need Google to translate if you don’t understand Indonesian.
How to Vote in Anugerah Pesona Indonesia 2020
From the nomination lists, I become to know more about Indonesia. Be it about the local culinary, cultures, places and activities that I have never even heard before but it probably has been there all these times. Like I mentioned earlier, it just needs to be made known and we can lend our hands to support the cause. Voting period is from August 1st to December 31st, 2020 and there are a few ways to vote:
#1 via SMS
• Type Keyword
ex: API 1A
• Send it to 99386
• One SMS one vote. Multiple SMSes is allowed
#2 via Instagram
• Follow @APIaward
• Search for the related post on the feed
• Like/love the post. One like equals one vote
#3 via YouTube (starts from 15 August onwards)
• Subscribe to APIaward Youtube channel
• Search for the nomination video you like to vote in the channel
• Like the video. One like equals one vote
Anugerah Pesona Indonesia Nomination Lists
#1 The Most Popular Traditional Food
| NO. | TRADITIONAL FOOD | KEYWORD |
| A | Cimpa Tuang – Kab. Karo | API 1A |
| B | Coto Manggala – Kab. Kotawaringin Barat | API 1B |
| C | D’bubuy – Kab. Subang | API 1C |
| D | Gulai Umbut Sawit – Kab. Tebo | API 1D |
| E | Nasi Merah – Kab. Gunung Kidul | API 1E |
| F | Pendap – Kab. Bengkulu Selatan | API 1F |
| G | Se’i – Prov.insi NTT | API 1G |
| H | Sempolet – Kab. Kep. Meranti | API 1H |
| I | Sop Senerek – Kota Magelang | API 1I |
| J | Tudai – Kab. Bulungan | API 1J |
#2 The Most Popular Traditional Beverage
| NO. | TRADITIONAL BEVERAGE | KEYWORD |
| A | Aek Sappang – Kab. Sambas | API 2A |
| B | Air Kembang Semangkok – Kab. Anambas | API 2B |
| C | Air Mata Bejando – Kab. Pelalawan | API 2C |
| D | Ampiang Dadiah – Kota Bukittinggi | API 2D |
| E | Bandrek – Prov. Jawa Barat | API 2E |
| F | Dawet Ayu – Kab. Banjarnegara | API 2F |
| G | Kopi Semendo – Kab. Muara Enim | API 2G |
| H | Sirup Henggi – Kab. Fakfak | API 2H |
| I | Sirup Kayu Manis – Kab. Kerinci | API 2I |
| J | Teh Gambir – Kab. Pakpak Bharat | API 2J |
#3 The Most Popular Digital Tourism Promotion
| NO. | DIGITAL TOURISM PROMOTION | KEYWORD |
| A | banjarmasintourism.com – Kota Banjarmasin | API 3A |
| B | FB@PromosiPariwisataKlungkung – Kab. Klungkung | API 3B |
| C | [email protected] – Prov. Bengkulu | API 3C |
| D | IG@ExoticMalukuTourism – Prov. Maluku | API 3D |
| E | IG@pariwisatasulbar – Prov. Sulawesi Barat | API 3E |
| F | IG@ternatetourism – Kota Ternate | API 3F |
| G | lebakunique.id – Kab. Lebak | API 3G |
| H | pariwisatapelalawan.com – Kab. Pelalawan | API 3H |
| I | visitbangKab.elitung.com – Prov. Bangka Belitung | API 3I |
| J | visitingjogja.com – Prov. DIY | API 3J |
#4 The Most Popular Tourism Brand
| NO. | TOURISM BRAND | KEYWORD |
| A | Authentic Minangkabau – Kab. Tanah Datar | API 4A |
| B | City Of Music – Kota Ambon | API 4B |
| C | Explore Jambi – Prov. Jambi | API 4C |
| D | Paradise of the East – Prov. Kaltim | API 4D |
| E | The Homeland of Melayu – Prov. Riau | API 4E |
| F | The Island Of Gods – Prov. Bali | API 4F |
| G | The Living Culture – Kab. Sleman | API 4G |
| H | The Treasure of Sumatera – Prov. Lampung | API 4H |
| I | Wonderful Riau Islands – Prov. Kepulauan Riau | API 4I |
| J | World Marine Heritage – Kab. Wakatobi | API 4J |
#5 The Most Popular Shopping Destination
| NO. | SHOPPING DESTINATION | KEYWORD |
| A | Banyumulek – Kab. Lombok Barat | API 5A |
| B | Desa Tenun Silungkang – Kota Sawahlunto | API 5B |
| C | Jagoi Kindau – Kab. Bengkayang | API 5C |
| D | Kampung Kerawang Gayo Bebesan – Kab. Aceh Tengah | API 5D |
| E | Kawasan Anggut – Kota Bengkulu | API 5E |
| F | Pasar Buah Brastagi – Kab. Karo | API 5F |
| G | Sentra Batik Trusmi – Kab. Cirebon | API 5G |
| H | Sentra Tenun Ikat Ina Ndao – Kota Kupang | API 5H |
| I | Tanggo Buntung – Kota Palembang | API 5I |
| J | Wisata Belanja Tugu – Kota Malang | API 5J |
#6 The Most Popular Souvenir
| NO. | SOUVENIR | KEYWORD |
| A | Anyaman Pandan – Kab. Kayong Utara | API 6A |
| B | Badak Kayu – Kab. Pandeglang | API 6B |
| C | Kaos Lukis Tamansari – Kota Yogyakarta | API 6C |
| D | Lapik Koto Dian Rawang – Kota Sungai Penuh | API 6D |
| E | Menong – Kab. Purwakarta | API 6E |
| F | Rencong Batu – Kab. Aceh Selatan | API 6F |
| G | Sarung Tenun Masalili – Kab. Muna | API 6G |
| H | Tenun Tanimbar – Kab. Kep. Tanimbar | API 6H |
| I | Tenun Toraja – Kab. Tana Toraja | API 6I |
| J | Tudung Manto – Kab. Lingga | API 6J |
#7 The Most Popular Sport & Adventure
| NO. | SPORT & ADVENTURE | KEYWORD |
| A | Batu Paralayang – Kota Batu | API 7A |
| B | Baturraden Adventure Forest – Kab. Banyumas | API 7B |
| C | Jelajah Hutan Lambusango – Kab. Buton | API 7C |
| D | Kaldera Jeep Adventure Batur – Kab. Bangli | API 7D |
| E | Panjat Tebing Silokek – Kab. Sijunjung | API 7E |
| F | Skyland Supermoto – Kab. Musi Banyuasin | API 7F |
| G | Sleman Temple Run – Kab. Sleman | API 7G |
| H | Tarawesi Motocross – Kab. Buru | API 7H |
| I | Tour De Linggarjati – Kab. Kuningan | API 7I |
| J | Trekking Gunung Tambora – Kab. Dompu | API 7J |
#8 The Most Popular Water Recreation
| NO. | WATER RECREATION | KEYWORD |
| A | Arung Jeram Sungai Progo – Kab. Kulon Progo | API 8A |
| B | Arung Jeram Tinukari – Kab. Kolaka Utara | API 8B |
| C | Bekarang – Kab. Musi Banyuasin | API 8C |
| D | Cliff Jumping Kiluh Falls – Kab. Jayapura | API 8D |
| E | Island Hopping Pulau Meko – Kab. Flores Timur | API 8E |
| F | Sekunyit Surf – Kab. Kaur | API 8F |
| G | Surfing Samadua – Kab. Aceh Selatan | API 8G |
| H | Susur Sungai Salokarajae – Kota Parepare | API 8H |
| I | Tanggi Rafting – Kab. Bengkayang | API 8I |
| J | Tubing Jatirejo – Kota Semarang | API 8J |
#9 The Most Popular Eco-Tourism
| NO. | ECO-TOURISM | KEYWORD |
| A | Boonpring Andeman – Kab. Malang | API 9A |
| B | Damaran Baru EcoVillage – Kab. Bener Meriah | API 9B |
| C | Desa Burai – Kab. Ogan Ilir | API 9C |
| D | Kampung Kerujuk – Kab. Lombok Utara | API 9D |
| E | Kebawetan – Kab. Kepahiang | API 9E |
| F | KKMB – Kota Tarakan | API 9F |
| G | Mangrove Banglas – Kab. Kep. Meranti | API 9G |
| H | Mangrove Gumumae – Kab. Seram Bagian Timur | API 9H |
| I | Prevab Mentoko – Kab. Kutai Timur | API 9I |
| J | TWA Batu Putih – Kota Bitung | API 9J |
#10 The Most Popular Highland
| NO. | HIGHLAND | KEYWORD |
| A | Bukit Holbung – Kab. Samosir | API 10A |
| B | Bukit Lamando – Kab. Buton Selatan | API 10B |
| C | Fulan Fehan – Kab. Belu | API 10C |
| D | Gunung Boga – Kab. Paser | API 10D |
| E | Gunung Jantan – Kab. Karimun | API 10E |
| F | Kampung Domba Cinyurup – Kab. Pandeglang | API 10F |
| G | Puncak Sempur – Kab. Karawang | API 10G |
| H | Puncak Sosok – Kab. Bantul | API 10H |
| I | Puncak Tempurung Garden – Kab. Sarolangun | API 10I |
| J | Taman Langit Tangkeban – Kota Pemalang | API 10J |
#11 The Most Popular Cultural Attraction
| NO. | CULTURAL ATTRACTION | KEYWORD |
| A | Baris Jangkang Pelilit – Kab. Klungkung | API 11A |
| B | Belian Bawo – Kab. Kutai Barat | API 11B |
| C | Bokoba – Kab. Rokan Hulu | API 11C |
| D | Buto Gedruk – Kab. Boyolali | API 11D |
| E | Isosolo – Kab. Jayapura | API 11E |
| F | Mappadendang – Kota Parepare | API 11F |
| G | Moccak – Kab. Pakpak Bharat | API 11G |
| H | Rampoe Langsa – Kota Langsa | API 11H |
| I | Tari Pugu-pugu – Kab .Boolang Mongondow Utara | API 11I |
| J | Weer Sekhe – Kab. Maluku Tenggara | API 11J |
#12 The Most Popular Historical Site
| NO. | HISTORICAL SITE | KEYWORD |
| A | Benteng Lipu Kulisusu – Kab. Buton Utara | API 12A |
| B | Fort Rotterdam – Kota Makassar | API 12B |
| C | Istana Alwatzikoebillah – Kab. Sambas | API 12C |
| D | Istana Damnah – Kab. Lingga | API 12D |
| E | Kawasan Kota Tua – Jakarta | API 12E |
| F | Liang Bua Ruteng – Kab.Manggarai | API 12F |
| G | Museum Timah – Kota Pangkalpinang | API 12G |
| H | Situs Muara Kaman – Kab. Kutai Kartanegara | API 12H |
| I | Taman Tirta Gangga – Kab. Karang Asem | API 12I |
| J | Tugu RRI Rimba Raya – Kab. Bener Meriah | API 12J |
#13 The Most Popular Traditional Village
| NO. | TRADITIONAL VILLAGE | KEYWORD |
| A | Desa Adat Gumantar – Kab. Lombok Utara | API 13A |
| B | Desa Pampang – Kota Samarinda | API 13B |
| C | Kampung Adat Namata – Kab. Sabu | API 13C |
| D | Kampung Sarugo – Kab. Lima Puluh Kota | API 13D |
| E | Kasepuhan Cipta Gelar – Kab. Sukabumi | API 13E |
| F | Pelang Kenidai – Kota Pagar Alam | API 13F |
| G | Rumah Betang Saham – Kab. Landak | API 13G |
| H | Rumah Tuo Rantau Panjang – Kab. Merangin | API 13H |
| I | Setulang – Kab. Malinau | API 13I |
| J | Tongkonan Karuaya – Kab. Tana Toraja | API 13J |
#14 The Most Popular Festival for Tourism
| NO. | FESTIVAL | KEYWORD |
| A | Balikpapan Fest – Kota Balikpapan | API 14A |
| B | Festival Angso Duo – Kota Jambi | API 14B |
| C | Festival Danau Ranau – Kab. OKU Selatan | API 14C |
| D | Festival Irau – Kab. Malinau | API 14D |
| E | Festival Pulau Senua – Kab. Natuna | API 14E |
| F | Festival Siak Bermadah – Kab. Siak | API 14F |
| G | Meron – Kab. Pati | API 14G |
| H | Pangandaran Int’l Kite Festival – Kab. Pangandaran | API 14H |
| I | Sabang Marine Festival – Kota Sabang | API 14I |
| J | Seba Baduy – Kab. Lebak | API 14J |
#15 The Most Popular Creative Destination
| NO. | CREATIVE DESTINATION | KEYWORD |
| A | Bukit Cinta – Kab. Bone Bolango | API 15A |
| B | Bukit Jipang – Kab. Rejang Lebong | API 15B |
| C | Bukit Kasih Sayang – Kab. Banggai | API 15C |
| D | Buttu Macca – Kab. Enrekang | API 15D |
| E | Hutan Pinus Pengger – Kab. Bantul | API 15E |
| F | Jembatan Rawa Karindangan – Kab. Tanjung Jabung Barat | API 15F |
| G | Kampung Tridi – Kota Malang | API 15G |
| H | Rumah Atsiri – Kab. Karanganyar | API 15H |
| I | Rumah Pohon Waai – Kab. Maluku Tengah | API 15I |
| J | Taman Rozeline – Kab. Penajam Paser Utara | API 15J |
#16 The Most Popular Unique Destination
| NO. | UNIQUE DESTINATION | KEYWORD |
| A | Aek Natonang – Kab. Samosir | API 16A |
| B | Batu Tompak Tiga – Kab. Anambas | API 16B |
| C | Danau Dua Rasa Labuan Cermin – Kab. Berau | API 16C |
| D | Danau Gedang – Kab. Bengkulu Tengah | API 16D |
| E | Dusun Sri Pengantin – Kab. Musi Rawas | API 16E |
| F | Janjang Saribu – Kota Bukittinggi | API 16F |
| G | Museum Tsunami – Kota Banda Aceh | API 16G |
| H | Pasir Putih Aikima – Kab. Jayawijaya | API 16H |
| I | Sungai Tamborasi – Kab. Kolaka | API 16I |
| J | WaterBlow Peninsula – Kab. Badung | API 16J |
#17 The Most Popular New Destination
| NO. | NEW DESTINATION | KEYWORD |
| A | Arut Riverside – Kab. Kotawaringin Barat | API 17A |
| B | Bukit Mercury Sayang Kaak – Kab. Majalengka | API 17B |
| C | Desa Pule – Kab. Madiun | API 17C |
| D | Kampoeng Reklamasi Air Jangkang – Kab. Bangka | API 17D |
| E | Pantai Batu Kasah – Kab. Natuna | API 17E |
| F | Pantai Glagah Wangi Istambul – Kab. Demak | API 17F |
| G | Pasir Timbul Bone Labunta – Kab. Buton Tengah | API 17G |
| H | PLBN Skouw – Kota Jayapura | API 17H |
| I | Pulau Semau – Kab. Kupang | API 17I |
| J | Welora – Kab. Maluku Barat Daya | API 17J |
#18 The Most Popular Hidden Paradise
| NO. | HIDDEN PARADISE | KEYWORD |
| A | Air Terjun Manjang Merah – Kab. Bangka | API 18A |
| B | Banyu Anjlok – Kab. Malang | API 18B |
| C | Batu Tilam – Kab. Kampar | API 18C |
| D | Mulut Seribu – Kab. Rote Ndao | API 18D |
| E | Pantai Labuana – Kab. Donggala | API 18E |
| F | Pulau Enggano – Kab. Bengkulu Utara | API 18F |
| G | Pulau Maspari – Kab. Ogan Komering Ilir | API 18G |
| H | Pulau Sagori – Kab. Bombana | API 18H |
| I | Selat Valentine – Kab. Seram Bagian Barat | API 18I |
| J | Toran Beach – Kab. Fakfak | API 18J |
• • •
Every year or even maybe every few months, there are always new places around Indonesia to be discovered. Initially, maybe it is only known by the locals who stay around the area and little did they know that the place has the potential to be a tourism spot until someone intentionally or unintentionally shares the information out. After that, the place becomes known by the public and people from other places or provinces start visiting as well. The area gradually gets developed, more job opportunities become available for the locals and eventually the development of this area brings a positive impact on the tourism industry as a whole.
However, how much can one or a group of people do? Considering Indonesia comprises many big and small islands, the richness of the culture, and the beauty of nature – over the mountain, into the deep ocean, it is plenty to see, do, and tell. Unless we have a hundred over years to live on, maybe, we can discover the place one by one with the time we have. However, the reality is, it is impossible.
So, do you see your hometown in the nomination lists? Or perhaps any destination activities that you think it is well-deserved to be the winners in the respective category? Personally, I am proud of every individual and personnel that have gathered efforts to make this event happens. Because at the end of it, winning is just a bonus but the enthusiasm towards the whole process of promoting and contributing, those outweigh everything. So, Are you ready to do your part to vote?
More About the Nominees on Instagram
Find out more about the nominees on @peekholidays story on Instagram. Every now and then, I will share information about the nominees in the following categories. Click on the thumbnails below for more. Don’t miss it!
The Voting Result – August 2020
Some of you may have been wondering how is the voting going so far since it started a month ago. Well! Stop wondering and start checking whether your favourite nominees have listed on top 5 in the chart.
The Most Popular Eco-Tourism API Awards Voting Result
Burai Village in Ogan Ilir, 25.5%
Banglas Mangrove in Meranti Islands, 21.3%
Boonpring Andeman in Malang, 19.5%
Damaran Baru EcoVillage in Bener Meriah, 7.8%
Kebawetan in Kepahiang, 7.7%
Gumumae Mangrove in east Seram, 5.6%
Others, 12.7% – including Kerujuk Village in north Lombok, KKMB in Tarakan, Prevab Mentoko in east Kutai, and Batu Putih Nature Park in Bitung.
The Most Popular New Destinations API Awards Voting Result
Glagah Wangi Beach Istambul in Demak, 34.6%
Welora in Maluku southwest of Maluku 33.0%
Pule Village in Madiun, 16.4%
Pasir Timbul Bone Labunta in Central Buton, 6.6%
Bukit Mercury Sayang Kaak in Majalengka, 2.8%
Batu Kasah Beach in Natuna, 2.2%
Others, 4.5% – including Arut Riverside in west Kotawaringin, Kampoeng Reklamasi Air Jangkang in Bangka, PLBN Skouw in the City of Jayapura, and Semau Island in Kupang.
The Most Popular Shopping Destinations API Awards Voting Result
Tanggo Buntung in Palembang, 47.0%
Kampung Kerawang Gayo Bebesan in Central Aceh, 15.2%
Kawasan Anggut in Bengkulu, 7.4%
Sentra Tenun Ikat Ina Ndao in Kupang, 7.2%
Desa Tenun Silungkang in the City of Sawahlunto , 6.4%
Wisata Belanja Tugu in the City of Malang, 5.4%
Others, 11.4% – including Banyumelek in West Lombok, Jagoi Kindau in Bengkayang, Brastagi Fruit Market in Karo, Sentra Batik Trusmi in Cirebon, and Tanggo Buntung in the City of Palembang.
The Voting Result – September 2020
The Most Popular Eco-Tourism API Awards Voting Result
Burai Village in Ogan Ilir, 31.4%
Banglas Mangrove in Meranti Islands, 19.1%
Boonpring Andeman in Malang, 16.7%
Kebawetan in Kepahiang, 8.2%
Damaran Baru EcoVillage in Bener Meriah, 8.1%
Gumumae Mangrove in east Seram, 5.1%
Others, 11.4% – including Kerujuk Village in north Lombok, KKMB in Tarakan, Prevab Mentoko in east Kutai, and Batu Putih Nature Park in Bitung.
The Most Popular New Destinations API Awards Voting Result
Glagah Wangi Beach Istambul in Demak, 33.4%
Welora in Maluku southwest of Maluku 31.4%
Pule Village in Madiun, 16.4%
Pasir Timbul Bone Labunta in Central Buton, 9.0%
Bukit Mercury Sayang Kaak in Majalengka, 2.7%
Batu Kasah Beach in Natuna, 2.2%
Others, 4.5% – including Arut Riverside in west Kotawaringin, Kampoeng Reklamasi Air Jangkang in Bangka, PLBN Skouw in the City of Jayapura, and Semau Island in Kupang.
The Most Popular Shopping Destinations API Awards Voting Result
Tanggo Buntung in Palembang, 49.8%
Kampung Kerawang Gayo Bebesan in Central Aceh, 13.8%
Wisata Belanja Tugu in the City of Malang, 10.2%
Kawasan Anggut in Bengkulu, 6.1%
Sentra Tenun Ikat Ina Ndao in Kupang, 5.7%
Desa Tenun Silungkang in the City of Sawahlunto, 5.1%
Others, 9.3% – including Banyumelek in West Lombok, Jagoi Kindau in Bengkayang, Brastagi Fruit Market in Karo, Sentra Batik Trusmi in Cirebon, and Tanggo Buntung in the City of Palembang.
The Voting Result – October 2020
The Most Popular Eco-Tourism API Awards Voting Result
Burai Village in Ogan Ilir, 30.5%
Banglas Mangrove in Meranti Islands, 18%
Boonpring Andeman in Malang, 17.7%
Kebawetan in Kepahiang, 9.3%
Damaran Baru EcoVillage in Bener Meriah, 8.4%
Gumumae Mangrove in east Seram, 4.8%
Others, 11.3% – including Kerujuk Village in north Lombok, KKMB in Tarakan, Prevab Mentoko in east Kutai, and Batu Putih Nature Park in Bitung.
The Most Popular New Destinations API Awards Voting Result
Glagah Wangi Beach Istambul in Demak, 26.9%
Welora in Maluku southwest of Maluku 25.6%
Pule Village in Madiun, 19.9%
Pasir Timbul Bone Labunta in Central Buton, 7.3%
Bukit Mercury Sayang Kaak in Majalengka, 2.1%
Semau Island, Kupang, 19.9%
Others, 5.3% – including Arut Riverside in west Kotawaringin, Kampoeng Reklamasi Air Jangkang in Bangka, PLBN Skouw in the City of Jayapura, and Batu Kasah Beach in Natuna.
The Most Popular Shopping Destinations API Awards Voting Result
Tanggo Buntung in Palembang, 53.3%
Kampung Kerawang Gayo Bebesan in Central Aceh, 12%
Wisata Belanja Tugu in the City of Malang, 13.5%
Kawasan Anggut in Bengkulu, 4.5%
Sentra Tenun Ikat Ina Ndao in Kupang, 5.2%
Desa Tenun Silungkang in the City of Sawahlunto, 3.9%
Others, 7.6% – including Banyumelek in West Lombok, Jagoi Kindau in Bengkayang, Brastagi Fruit Market in Karo, Sentra Batik Trusmi in Cirebon.
The Voting Result – November 2020
The Most Popular Eco-Tourism API Awards Voting Result
Burai Village in Ogan Ilir, 31.2%
Banglas Mangrove in Meranti Islands, 17.5%
Boonpring Andeman in Malang, 17.2%
Kebawetan in Kepahiang, 9.3%
Damaran Baru EcoVillage in Bener Meriah, 8.7%
Gumumae Mangrove in east Seram, 4.9%
Others, 11.1% – including Kerujuk Village in north Lombok, KKMB in Tarakan, Prevab Mentoko in east Kutai, and Batu Putih Nature Park in Bitung.
The Most Popular New Destinations API Awards Voting Result
Welora in Maluku southwest of Maluku 24.1%
Glagah Wangi Beach Istambul in Demak, 22.8%
Semau Island, Kupang, 20.2%
Pule Village in Madiun, 10.2%
PLBN Skouw – Jayapura City, 9.1%
Pasir Timbul Bone Labunta in Central Buton, 7.2%
Others, 6.5% – including Arut Riverside in west Kotawaringin, Kampoeng Reklamasi Air Jangkang in Bangka, Bukit Mercury Sayang Kaak in Majalengka, and Batu Kasah Beach in Natuna.
The Most Popular Shopping Destinations API Awards Voting Result
Tanggo Buntung in Palembang, 50.3%
Wisata Belanja Tugu in the City of Malang, 14.3%
Kampung Kerawang Gayo Bebesan in Central Aceh, 13.1%
Kawasan Anggut in Bengkulu, 4.5%
Sentra Tenun Ikat Ina Ndao in Kupang, 5.1%
Desa Tenun Silungkang in the City of Sawahlunto, 3.9%
Others, 7.7% – including Banyumelek in West Lombok, Jagoi Kindau in Bengkayang, Brastagi Fruit Market in Karo, Sentra Batik Trusmi in Cirebon.
Top 6 Monthly Results (Table Format)
| ECO-TOURISM | AUG | SEP | OCT | NOV | DEC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burai Village in Ogan Ilir | 25.5% | 31.4% | 30.5% | 31.2% | |
| Banglas Mangrove in Meranti Islands | 21.3% | 19.1% | 18% | 17.5% | |
| Boonpring Andeman in Malang | 19.5% | 16.7% | 17.7% | 17.2% | |
| Damaran Baru EcoVillage in Bener Meriah | 7.8% | 8.1% | 8.4% | 8.7% | |
| Kebawetan in Kepahiang | 7.7% | 8.2% | 9.3% | 9.3% | |
| Gumumae Mangrove in East Seram | 5.6% | 5.1% | 4.8% | 4.9% |
| NEW DESTINATIONS | AUG | SEP | OCT | NOV | DEC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glagah Wangi Beach Istambul in Demak | 34.6% | 33.4% | 26.9% | 22.8% | |
| Welora in Maluku southwest of Maluku | 33.0% | 31.4% | 25.6% | 24.1% | |
| Pule Village in Madiun | 16.4% | 16.4% | 12.8% | 10.2% | |
| Pasir Timbul Bone Labunta in Central Buton | 6.6% | 9.0% | 7.3% | 7.2% | |
| Bukit Mercury Sayang Kaak in Majalengka | 2.8% | 2.7% | 2.1% | ||
| Batu Kasah Beach in Natuna | 2.2% | 2.2% | |||
| Semau Island, Kab. Kupang | 19.9% | 20.2% | |||
| PLBN Skouw – Jayapura City | 9.1% |
| SHOPPING DESTINATIONS | AUG | SEP | OCT | NOV | DEC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tanggo Buntung in Palembang | 47.0% | 49.8% | 53.3% | 50.3% | |
| Kampung Kerawang Gayo Bebesan in Central Aceh | 15.2% | 13.8% | 12% | 13.1% | |
| Kawasan Anggut in Bengkulu | 7.4% | 6.1% | 4.5% | 4.5% | |
| Sentra Tenun Ikat Ina Ndao in Kupang | 7.2% | 5.7% | 5.2% | 5.1% | |
| Desa Tenun Silungkang in the City of Sawahlunto | 6.4% | 5.1% | 3.9% | 3.9% | |
| Wisata Belanja Tugu in the City of Malang | 5.4% | 10.2% | 13.5% | 14.3% |
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The committees of API Awards will release the monthly results to the public so that everyone can get updates on the progress. If you notice your favorites nominees are still far left behind, don’t despair, and do start catching up! Do note that the voting now can be done not only via Instagram and SMS, but also via YouTube! For more details, please refer to the information above.
I will update this post regularly with the latest monthly result. So, please check this page every first week of each month for the latest update. Happy voting and all the best to all nominees! 🙂
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The Winners of #APIAwards2020 🏆
The waiting is over! On May 20th, 2020, at Inaya Bay Labuan Bajo, the outcomes of API Awards 2020 had been announced! Congratulations to all winners!
The Most Popular New Destinations
1st – Welora, Kab. Maluku Barat Daya
2nd – Pulau Semau, Kab. Kupang
3rd – Pasir Timbul Bone Labunta – Kab. Buton Tengah
The Most Popular Shopping Destinations
1st Winner – Sentra Tenun Ikat Ina Ndao, Kota.Kupang
2nd Winner – Kampung Kerawang Gayo Bebesen – Kab. Aceh Tengah
3rd Winner – Tanggo Buntung, Kota.Palembang
The Most Popular Eco-tourisms
1st – Damaran Baru EcoVillage, Kab.Bener Meriah
2nd – Desa Burai, Kab.Ogan Ilir
3rd – Mangrove Banglas, Kab.Kepulauan Meranti
The Most Popular Unique Destinations
1st – Museum Tsunami – Kota Banda Aceh
2nd – Dusun Sri Pengantin – Kab. Musi Rawas
3rd – Sungai Tamborasi – Kab. Kolaka
The Most Popular Souvenirs
1st – Rencong Batu – Kab. Aceh Selatan
2nd – Tenun Tanimbar – Kab. Kep. Tanimbar
3rd – Badak Kayu – Kab. Pandeglang
The Most Popular Highlands
1st – Fulan Fehan – Kab. Belu
2nd – Puncak Tempurung Garden – Kab. Sarolangun
3rd – Bukit Holbung – Kab Samosir
The Most Popular The Most Creative Destinations
1st – Rumah Pohon Waai – Kab. Maluku Tengah
2nd – Jembatan Rawa Karindangan – Kab. Tanjung Jabung Barat
3rd – Meron – Kab. Pati
The Most Popular Cultural Attractions
1st – Rampoe Aceh – Kota Langsa
2nd – Baris Jangkang Pelilit – Kab. Klungkung
3rd – Bokoba – Kab. Rokan Hulu
The Most Popular Water Attractions
1st – Bekarang – Kab. Musi Banyuasin
2nd – Island Hopping Pulau Meko – Kab. Flores Timur
3rd – Surfing Samadua – Kab. Aceh Selatan
The Most Popular Tourism Brands
1st – The Homeland of Melayu – Prov. Riau
2nd – City Of Music – Kota Ambon
3rd – The Treasure of Sumatera – Prov. Lampung
The Most Popular Traditional Village
1st – Kampung Adat Namata – Kab. Sabu Raijua
2nd – Kampung Sarugo – Kab. Lima Puluh Kota
3rd – Pelang Kenidai – Kota Pagar Alam
The Most Popular Cultural Festival
1st – Festival Danau Ranau – Kab. OKU Selatan
2nd – Seba Baduy – Kab. Lebak
3rd – Meron – Kab. Pati
The Most Popular Traditional Food
1st – Se’i – Provinsi NTT
2nd – Coto Manggala – Kab. Kotawaringin Barat
3rd – Pendap – Kab. Bengkulu Selatan
The Most Popular Traditional Drink
1st – Dawet Ayu – Kab. Banjarnegara
2nd – Kopi Semendo – Kab. Muara Enim
3rd –Air Mata Bejando – Kab. Pelalawan
The Most Popular Sport & Adventure Activities
1st – Skyland Supermoto – Kab. Musi Banyuasin
2nd – Panjat Tebing Silokek – Kab. Sijunjung
3rd – Tarawesi Motocross – Kab. Buru
The Most Popular Digital Tourism Promotion
1st – pariwisatapelalawan.com – Kab. Pelalawan
2nd – FB@PromosiPariwisataKlungkung – Kab. Klungkung
3rd – IG@ExoticMalukuTourism – Prov. Maluku
The Most Popular Historical Sites
1st – Liang Bua Ruteng – Kab.Manggarai
2nd – Tugu Radio Perjuangan Rimba Raya – Kab. Bener Meriah
3rd – Kawasan Kota Tua – Jakarta
The Most Popular Hidden Paradise
1st – Batu Tilam – Kab. Kampar
2nd – Mulut Seribu – Kab. Rote Ndao
3rd – Toran Beach – Kab. Fakfak
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Again, congratulations to all winners! To all nominees, you have done great! See you soon at #APIAwards2021! 🙂
