December 27, 2025 | 01:19 pm
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - End-of-year vacation provides an opportunity to unwind from busy daily routines. Several tourist destinations are recommended to make the New Year holiday even more memorable, with an emphasis on educational and entertaining activities.
Here are some options for an end-of-year vacation in 2025:
1. Farmhouse Lembang, Bandung
This family-friendly attraction in Lembang allows visitors to interact with tame animals such as rabbits and sheep, as well as interesting photo spots like the replica of Hobbiton from the movie "The Lord of the Rings." Visitors can also rent traditional Dutch costumes, visit a love lock bridge a la Paris, and enjoy Indonesian and European cuisine.
2. De Ranch Bandung, Lembang
With a Western cowboy theme, visitors can wear cowboy costumes, saddle up on horses, and interact with farm animals such as milking cows. This destination provides direct learning about farm life and Western culture.
3. Jatim Park 1, 2, and 3, Batu, East Java
This entertainment complex offers various rides, from a giant swimming pool and roller coasters at Jatim Park 1, to natural science exhibitions and animal habitats at Jatim Park 2. Jatim Park 3 features a playground, exhibitions of prehistoric animals like dinosaurs, and an international-themed wax museum.
4. Museum Angkut, Malang, East Java
As the first transportation museum in Southeast Asia, it showcases vehicles from various eras with themed photo spots such as the Floating Market, Buckingham Palace, and Gangster Town. There are also performances such as car parades and costumes.
5. Taman Pintar Yogyakarta
The Taman Pintar Science Park is a child-friendly edutainment space that provides a science theater, physics models, astronomy films, a prehistoric life zone, as well as batik painting and drawing activities. Focused on interactive exploration to help enhance scientific knowledge and creativity, it's a great choice for a valuable holiday.
6. Bali Safari & Marine Park, Bali
This wildlife park allows observation of animals such as horses, elephants, zebras, tigers, and lions in open habitats through a special bus. This educational safari activity teaches about wildlife and is suitable for families who want to bring children closer to nature.
7. Fantasy World Ancol (Dufan), Jakarta
Dufan amusement park offers roller coasters like Halilintar and Hysteria for adrenaline enthusiasts, as well as child-friendly areas like a fairy tale garden, doll palace, and butterfly rides.
8. Ancol Beach, Jakarta
Ancol Beach offers beautiful views for picnics, playing in the sand, and enjoying the sunset. Light activities by the sea provide a pleasant leisure time.
9. Taman Sari, Yogyakarta
The Taman Sari complex in Yogyakarta remains a charming historical tourist destination for travelers who want to enjoy the beauty of the palace's architecture while experiencing the atmosphere of past recreation. Visitors can explore historic ornate gates, mysterious passages, and gardens once filled with fragrant flowers and fruits. This destination is suitable for a peaceful and educational end-of-year vacation.
10. Kuta Mandalika Beach, Central Lombok
Kuta Mandalika Beach in Central Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara, is a primary choice for tourists seeking tranquility and natural beauty. The beach offers unique fine-textured white sand like grains of pepper, calm waves perfect for playing in the water, and a peaceful atmosphere away from the crowds.
PUTRI AZ ZAHRA SUHERMAN
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