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Natuna Tourism Strategy Goes Global Through Multilingual Digital Platform

Saturday, 4 April 2026 | 16:30

Author: Arif S

Tanjung Senubing salah satu situs Geopark Natuna.
Tanjung Senubing salah satu situs Geopark Natuna.
Source: Dispar Kabupaten Natuna

Natuna Regency asserts itself as a destination ready to greet the world. Through a targeted digital strategy, the Natuna Tourism Office (Dispar) presents Tourism Promotion in three foreign languages, a small step with global impact.

This initiative is realized through the official Natuna tourism website designed as an entry point for international tourists. 

Within it, visitors can find the "Natuna Lawa" menu, a digital space containing a comprehensive tourism e-book with destination descriptions in English, Mandarin, and Japanese.

The Head of the Natuna Dispar Marketing Division, Kardiman, explained that the selection of these three languages was not without reason. 

Natuna's strategic geographical location, close to international routes, makes it potentially attractive to tourists from various countries.

"This tourism e-book serves as an effective digital promotional medium, easily accessible, and is currently available for public use," he stated.

More than just a destination catalog, this e-book is designed as a practical Travel guide. Tourists can explore information about exotic beaches, island archipelagos, and local culture without carrying physical brochures. Just one click to download.

The platform also features diverse content ranging from tourism news, event calendars, to promotions of local products like culinary delights and distinctive crafts. 

All information is presented concisely and is easy to understand, reflecting a modern approach to destination promotion.

Interestingly, the site is designed to be accessible for people with disabilities, broadening access for more people. 

The "Natuna Lawa" innovation resulted from a leadership education and training process Kardiman underwent in Jakarta.

"This e-book makes it easy for tourists to get information without carrying printed materials, as it can be downloaded digitally," he said.

Amst intense global destination competition, Natuna's move serves as an example of How border regions can utilize technology to introduce their charm. 

With language as a bridge, Natuna not only opens its doors to tourists but also invites the world to come and get to know it more closely.