Explore Cultural Conservation Through Hospitality & Tourism in Indonesia 2026
Join Highline College’s Cultural Conservation through Hospitality & Tourism Management (HOST) Study Abroad Program and embark on a transformative learning experience in Indonesia!
Step out of the classroom and into the heart of Indonesia — where learning comes alive through connection, culture, and adventure.
The Highline College Global Programs Experiential Learning to Indonesia 2026 offers students an immersive international experience that builds cultural understanding, global awareness, and lifelong friendships.
This highly subsidized program (valued at over $3,000) allows students to travel across Jakarta and Bandung, exploring Indonesia’s vibrant communities, hospitality, and history — all for just $999.
Program Overview
This program gives students the opportunity to experience Indonesia from a global perspective while connecting classroom concepts to real-world experiences. Students will engage in cultural exchange, learn from peers at our partner institution Sahid Politeknik, and explore how tourism, culture, and sustainability intersect in today’s globalized world.
📍 Location: Jakarta & Bandung, Indonesia
📅 Program Dates: May 28 – June 7, 2026
💰 Program Cost: $999 (valued at over $3,000)
🕓 Application Deadline: November 10, 2025, at 4:30 PM
🔗 Apply Here: Student Indonesia Application Form
What to Expect
Cultural Exploration:
Experience Indonesian daily life through cultural excursions, food, art, and community visits that deepen your understanding of Southeast Asia’s rich traditions.
Academic Engagement:
Collaborate with Indonesian students at Sahid Politeknik in interactive workshops, team activities, and project-based learning experiences that bridge cultures and ideas.
Global Connections:
Build lifelong friendships with peers abroad while learning to navigate new environments, perspectives, and professional skills that stand out on any résumé.
🌿 What’s Included
For just $999, the program covers nearly all major expenses, including:
- Round-trip international airfare (Seattle ⇄ Jakarta)
- High-speed Whoosh train travel through Java (Jakarta ⇄ Bandung)
- Ground transportation in-country
- 8 nights of hotel accommodations (double occupancy)
- Group meals and cultural excursions
- Participation in all organized academic and cultural activities
🎓 Who Should Apply
This program welcomes all Highline College students, regardless of major or travel experience. It’s an incredible opportunity for those interested in:
- Global studies and intercultural communication
- Hospitality and tourism management
- Business, culture, and international education
- Leadership and community engagement
You don’t need prior travel experience — just curiosity, an open mind, and a willingness to grow!
💬 What Students Say
Hear what past participants have shared about their experience:
🎥 Le My | Keila Sanchez | Deko Jama
📰 Thunderword Feature Article
Why Join
The Indonesia 2026 Experiential Learning Program is more than travel — it’s an opportunity to grow as a global citizen, expand your cultural worldview, and bring international insight back to your studies at Highline College. By the time you return home, you’ll have gained far more than stamps in your passport — you’ll have stories, friendships, and lessons that last a lifetime.
For more information regarding the program please reach out to:
- Dr. Justin Taillon: jtaillon@highline.edu
- Ahmed Fahad (ELCAP Professor): afahad@highline.edu