Recap: [In-Person] Indonesia, July 18, Meet-Up Nusantara #4 Surabaya | The Biggest Indonesia National Meet-up 2025 | The Biggest and Longest In Person Meetup in The World 2025

wow.awesome,

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awesome, although joined a little parts of this meetup, as a reunion party, met old friends who joined since 2017
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@FahmiAdimara تحياتي للجميع.مبروك لنجاح هذا المؤتمر العظيم.انه عمل رائع.ومحفز وثري بالمعلومات عن تاريخ اندونيسيا.شكرا لتعبكم وتفانيكم لانجاح هذا العمل الجبار المتنوع.اطول لقاء.للادلاء.نعم شكرا سلام من الاردن للجميع

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Lihat dari fotonya seruu..semoga MUN5 bisa ikut

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Pertemuan yang luar biasa, ilmu dan pengalaman yang sangat berkesan. Melihat Surabaya lebih dekat dan ternyata keren sekali. Menjajal fasilitas transportasi yg terkoneksi, nyaman dan bersih. Bertemu teman2 dan pastinya panitia di bawah komando Mas @FahmiAdimara dan team luar biasa. Semakin berkah ke depannya. Semangat kontribusi. Salam sehat dan bahagia selalu

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#MUN4Surabaya
#MUN4WaniRek
#LocalGuides
#LocalGuidesConnect
#IndonesiaLocalGuides

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MUN 4 Keren dan seru..
Terima kasih untuk Surabaya Raya Local Guides yang sudah menjadi tuan rumah dan para panitia MUN 4 yang telah memberikan yang terbaik dalam acara Meet Up Nusantara 4, para pesertanya juga luar biasa.. Hebatt semua.. pokok e MUN4 Wani rekk..

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#ReconnectLocalGuides

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What if I told you that in just one day, you can travel through time, meet amazing people from all over Indonesia, and end the night with an art performance that gives you goosebumps? That’s exactly how my first day in Surabaya for Meet Up Nusantara 4 went — and I can’t wait to share the journey with you!

Museum Surabaya – Walking Through the City’s Memories

The day began at Museum Surabaya, inside the legendary Siola building.

As soon as I walked in, it felt like I had stepped into a time machine. Old photographs, vintage items, and artifacts filled the rooms — each one telling a story about Surabaya’s past.

One of my favorite moments? Standing in front of old photos of Surabaya during the colonial era, then comparing them to the bustling city I had just walked through earlier that morning. It was like seeing two Surabayas at once — the old soul and the modern spirit.

If you’re the kind of traveler who loves knowing the story behind a city, you’ll want to spend extra time here.

Siola – Where History Meets Celebration

From the museum, we didn’t have to go far — we were already at Siola, the same building that hosted the opening ceremony of Meet Up Nusantara 4.

The atmosphere was electric. Imagine Local Guides from across Indonesia, each bringing their unique energy and stories, all in one room. We laughed, shared experiences, and celebrated our shared mission: exploring and sharing places that matter.

There’s something really special about meeting people who are just as passionate about exploring as you are. It felt like a big family reunion — but with friends I’d just met for the first time!

Cak Durasim – A Night of Culture and Art

As the sun set, it was time for one last treat: an evening at Cak Durasim Art Center.

This was Surabaya at its most soulful. We were greeted by performances that blended traditional music, dance, and modern storytelling. It wasn’t just entertainment — it felt like being invited into the heart of Javanese culture.

I found myself completely immersed, smiling through some acts and deeply moved by others. It was the perfect ending to a day that started with history and ended with culture — Surabaya truly gave us its best.

Day 1 of Meet Up Nusantara 4 was a beautiful reminder of why I love exploring: you don’t just see a place, you feel its story — through its past, its people, and its art.

If you’re ever in Surabaya, don’t skip the Museum Surabaya and Cak Durasim. They’re not just destinations; they’re experiences that make you fall in love with the city.

Which part of Surabaya should I explore next? Drop your recommendations in the comments — I’m making my list for Day 2!

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Bayangin deh, dalam satu hari kamu bisa ‘jalan-jalan ke masa lalu’, ketemu orang-orang keren dari seluruh Indonesia, dan menutup malam dengan pertunjukan seni yang bikin merinding. Itulah yang aku rasain di hari pertama Meet Up Nusantara 4 di Surabaya — seru banget dan wajib aku ceritain ke kalian!

Museum Surabaya – Menyusuri Memori Kota

Hari pertama dimulai di Museum Surabaya yang berada di gedung legendaris Siola.

Begitu masuk, rasanya kayak masuk mesin waktu. Foto-foto lama, benda-benda bersejarah, dan koleksi memorabilia mengisi setiap sudut ruangan, membawa kita menyusuri perjalanan panjang kota Surabaya.

Bagian favoritku? Lihat foto-foto Surabaya zaman kolonial sambil ngebayangin bedanya dengan kota yang sekarang ramai dan modern. Kayak ketemu dua wajah Surabaya sekaligus: jiwa lama dan semangat barunya.

Kalau kamu suka sejarah atau pengen lebih paham cerita di balik kota ini, museum ini wajib banget masuk list!

Siola – Antara Sejarah & Perayaan

Gak perlu jauh-jauh, karena masih di gedung yang sama kita lanjut ke pembukaan Meet Up Nusantara 4 di Siola.

Suasananya rame banget! Local Guides dari berbagai kota kumpul, saling kenalan, sharing pengalaman, dan foto-foto bareng. Rasanya kayak reuni keluarga besar, tapi sama teman-teman baru yang punya semangat eksplorasi yang sama.

Momen ini bikin aku makin semangat buat eksplorasi Surabaya bareng mereka!

Cak Durasim – Malam Penuh Seni & Budaya

Menjelang malam, kami diajak ke Taman Budaya Cak Durasim.

Di sini Surabaya menunjukkan sisi budayanya yang paling indah. Pertunjukan musik, tari, dan teater tersaji dengan apik, memadukan tradisi dan cerita modern.

Aku bener-bener menikmati tiap penampilannya — ada yang bikin senyum, ada yang bikin merinding. Penutup hari yang sempurna setelah seharian menyelami sejarah kota.

Hari pertama Meet Up Nusantara 4 jadi pengingat kenapa aku suka banget eksplorasi: bukan cuma lihat tempatnya, tapi juga merasakan ceritanya — lewat sejarah, orang-orangnya, dan budayanya.

Kalau ke Surabaya, jangan lupa mampir ke Museum Surabaya dan Cak Durasim. Kamu gak cuma dapat foto bagus, tapi juga pengalaman yang bikin jatuh cinta sama kota ini.

Ada rekomendasi tempat seru di Surabaya buat Day 2? Tulis di kolom komentar ya, biar aku bisa masukin ke itinerary!

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Looks like this was an incredible event @storyimah , so thank you for sharing your experience about the event
To keep it organized, I will merge your recap to the main meet-up recap topic written by @FahmiAdimara ! To keep the discussion in one place.

Hi @ErmesT , thank you so much for your kind words and for helping to keep the discussion orgenized!:smiling_face:
I’m really glad my recap can be part of the main thread, it’s exciting to see everyone’s experiences coming together in one place.
Looking forward to reading more stories from other Local Guides too😆

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Saya senang sekali berada di MUN4 meski cuma sesaat
Euforia bertemu teman yang sudah lama tidak bertemu
Bahkan ada panitia MUN4 juga yang saya idolakan sejak bergabung menjadi Local Guide pun akhirnya bertemu di sana

Semoga kenangan manis di Surabaya membuat teman-teman yang hadir makin bahagia jika kelak melihat atau membicarakannya pada siapa pun

Sukses mas Fahmi meski kita tak bertemu di MUN4

Wow, terima kasih @FahmiAdimara recap-nya. Perdana mengikuti Meet Up Nusantara dan terkesan dengan semangat-kebersamaan antarpanitia dan semua peserta yang hadir, semoga bisa memberikan semangat terus berkontribusi positif lewat program Local Guide :grin: :+1:

Terima kasih kepada panitia MUN 4, terima kasih kepada semua peserta… maafkan aku yang gak banyak gaul pas acara kmren… :grinning_face_with_smiling_eyes:, foto bareng pun sering gak keliatan… hehe.. sampai jumpa di MUN 5 Bali

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A truly enjoyable event, eagerly awaited by local guides across the archipelago. The next MUN 5 in Bali is a must-attend.

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Bali ya tahun depan? mau dong ikut @agungportal @FahmiAdimara