In Reply to: This is a company posted by Gandalf on Friday, 9. December 2005 at 14:20 Bali Time:
more than 6000 members from all aspects of Bali tourism, looks pretty official to me
BTB'S MEMBERS
1. Indonesian Hotel and Restaurant Association ( PHRI ), Bali Chapter (274 members)
2. Association of Indonesian Tour and Travel Agencies ( ASITA ), Bali Chapter (262 members)
3. Indonesian Tour Guide Association ( HPI ), Bali Chapter (6000 members)
4. Bali Tourism Transportation Association ( PAWIBA ) (125 members)
5. Society of Indonesian Professional Convention Organizers ( SIPCO ), Bali Chapter (43 members)
6. Indonesian Tourist Attraction Organization ( PUTRI ), Bali Chapter (85 members)
7. Indonesian Marine Tourism Association ( GAHAWISRI ), Bali Chapter (103 members)
8. Pacific Asia Travel Association ( PATA ), Bali and Nusa Tenggara Chapter (110 members)
9. Bali Village tourism marketing and promotion association (163 members)
What is the Bali Tourism Board?
BTB was formed by nine major Bali tourism associations on 1 March 2002 with a mandate to build and develop a better and more sustainable tourism industry in Bali. Considering the importance of the tourism industry and a reliable tourism board—BTB—capable of associating with government, community, and industry alike, the Governor of Bali officially recognized BTB on 10 May 2002 as the embodiment of a new partnership between the travel industry, the government, and the local community. Since then, BTB has earned the respect and support of all related government agencies, including the Indonesian Ministry of Culture and Tourism.
BTB consults with and represents the tourism industry, the public, and the government with a new spirit and under a new paradigm. BTB aims to increase the quality of life of the Balinese people while facilitating and enhancing the travel experiences of both domestic and international tourists through synergy with relevant non-governmental organizations, the mass media, and local authorities. With this new paradigm, BTB is clearly functioning as a tourism board that is responsible for the continued development of the local community.
Given BTB's profile and vision, all relevant government agencies and bodies are supportive of BTB's lead role in harnessing the potential of Bali's tourism industry. Indeed, BTB's voice has become recognized within government circles as being the definitive voice of the tourism industry in Bali. As a result, BTB enjoys an excellent and mutually supportive relationship with both local and central government officials.
VISION
To enhance the quality of life of the local community through sustainable tourism
MISSION
BTB has identified short, medium, and long-term action plans:
Short-term action plan:
1. To consolidate stakeholders by updating and maintaining databases and through operational auditing
2. To improve the Balinese people's knowledge of, understanding of, and support for the growth of Bali 's tourism industry
3. To maintain strong relationships with government in order to overcome any and all possible challenges to the development of the tourism industry
4. To develop the human resources necessary to face future challenges
Medium-term action plan:
1. To establish BTB representative offices inside and outside of Indonesia
2. To develop public opinion through strategic publicity
3. To develop information and communication systems that facilitate good communication between BTB, stakeholders, government, and community
4. To create a central information system for the tourism industry that highlights information on attractions and facilities
5. To develop a long-term strategic plan for Bali 's tourism industry
Long-term action plan:
1. To be fully independent
2. To be an example for the development of tourism nationwide
3. To organize international events in Bali
4. To support Bali tourism promotions
5. To consistently increase the quality of life of the local community