Sandiaga Uno Promotes Bali with Australia’s Damian Hoo

Share:

1st September 2022 – In collaboration with an Australian content creator, Damian Hoo, Sandiaga Uno, Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy promotes Bali ecotourism. They both make appearances in a few videos performing a skit that alludes to Bali’s “The Cow Poo” problem. Both Indonesians and Australians found the content to be highly entertaining.

Previously, Pauline Hanson, an Australian senator, said that Bali’s streets are covered with cow dung because the cows walk the island freely and urinate there. However, this claim is false and far from the truth. Hoo did not waste the time jumping into the water to create content mocking this issue. After watching his video, Sandiaga Uno got in touch with Hoo to form a relationship to promote Indonesian tourism. Uno stated in one of his videos that he wants to inform more foreign viewers that Bali is more than just beaches.

Furthermore, he refers to Bali’s ecotourism and mentions that North and West Bali should be the new hype. He makes reference to the possibilities for peacefulness, spirituality, and sustainable tourism, all of which are rarely highlighted. The video was recorded at Buleleng’s OmUnity Hotel, which adheres to strict environmental standards. According to some, this hotel symbolizes what Uno hopes more people would notice and support in its expansion.

The Tourism Minister praises Hoo’s marketing skill in promoting both Indonesia and his social media handles. Hoo is an Australian content creator who lives in Indonesia. As seen on Damian Hoo’s Instagram page, he has already created several videos promoting Indonesia’s tourism outside of Bali. He also promotes Indonesian foods from Medan and Manado. With sizeable followers on his Instagram and TikTok and also subscribers on Youtube he manages to reach both local Indonesians and foreign users around the world. He has 22k and 187 followers and also 100k subscribers respectively. 

Karina Deandra is a person with ADHD who fancies poetry writing, painting and cooking. You can spot her daydreaming or humming to any random song totally off-key. She also organizes Social Expat events in Bali, feel free to get her to stop talking when she overshares or invite her into any kind of conversation. As an outgoing-introverted lady, she can switch from wallflower mode to social butterfly one in a finger snap.

See More Articles From Karina Deandra >>

Related News

Exploring Indonesia by Bus: A Growing Trend Among Foreign Tourists Foreign tourists are increasingly choosing to travel by bus in Indonesia. This trend has become more visible in recent years as visitors look for authentic ways to explore destinations beyond major cities. Several factors support this shift, including improved comfort offered by intercity bus services, […]

One Day Trip Ubud: Nature, Culture, and Cuisine in Bali’s Cultural Heart Beyond a single day’s itinerary, Ubud remains known for its varied attractions. The area offers natural beauty in its rice fields and valleys, a cultural centre through galleries and dance performances, and traditional villages such as Penglipuran and Tenganan that preserve older ways […]

Mawun Beach, located in the Tumpak area of Central Lombok Regency, West Nusa Tenggara, has been named the best beach in Indonesia by international visitors. The recognition came from Travel and Leisure, with travel journalist and designer Kathryn Romeyn sharing her personal pick after a decade of living in Indonesia. “Picture electric turquoise water so […]

Solo Travel in Bali: The Complete Travel Guide for Independent Travellers Travelling alone offers freedom, flexibility, and a unique sense of adventure. Solo travel in Bali, Indonesia’s most visited island, is not only popular but also considered one of the best options for solo travellers, including women travelling alone. With its vibrant culture, beautiful beaches, […]