Leading cultural tourist attractions in Bali are welcoming a rise in visitor numbers. This week Pura Ulun Danu Beratan, the Hindu Shaivite temple on the edge of Lake Beratan, released its latest visitor data. After receiving a record-low number of visors during the pandemic, and even in the months after borders reopening in February, tourist …
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Despite officials in Bali confirming that everything would be done to avoid congestion on the roads during the G20, traffic jams are sometimes unavoidable. Traffic came to a complete gridlock on Tuesday evening as the G20 Gala Dinner got underway at the Garuda Wisnu Kencana Cultural Park in Jimbaran. The gridlock was caused by G20-related …
A Scoot Airlines flight from Bali to Singapore had to delay landing in Singapore after a passenger refused to fasten their seatbelt. The flight from Denpasar to Singapore was delayed on Monday, 14th November, as the pilot and crew had a legal responsibility to secure the cabin before coming into land. The unlawful behavior led …
As Bali moves to diversify the tourism sector, one type of tourism, in particular, is emerging as a leading priority. Health and wellness tourism is predicted to become of of the central features of Bali’s tourism industry in the next few years. While Bali has become synonymous with wellness travel, there will be an even …
A tourism village in Bali is calling on all adrenaline junkies and adventurous spirits to visit the stunning Kroya Waterfall. Leaders in Sambangan Village, Sukasada District in Buleleng Regency, invite tourists to try the 12m dive off the rocks around the waterfall. Whether up for the challenge or not, a trip to Kroya Waterfall is …
As the G20 Summit officially begins today in Nusa Dua in Bali, world leaders and their delegations are busy with meetings and press calls. Geopolitical tensions leading into the event have been high, from the war in Ukraine to disputes from the US over China’s impact on Taiwan and a looming global recession. Yet, dialogue …
World-renowned hotel collection TRIBE is celebrating the launch of the newest addition to the family. TRIBE Bali Kuta Beach has touched down on the Island of the Gods and is bringing a bold design edit to the paradise island. Tribe is part of Ennismore, a global collective of lifestyle brands, including The Hoxton, 21c Museum …
The big event has finally arrived. After months of planning and thousands of hours of organization, the G20 Summit is finally kicking off in Bali. US President Joe Biden has landed at I Gusti Ngurah Rai and has already been whisked away in ‘The Beast’, security forces have dealt with potential protestors, and tourists are …
Bali Convention Management and the International Medical Council have signed a deal to host the 15th International Medical Council Conference from the 6-9th November 2023. The agreement is set to create a platform to promote Bali as a world leader in medical tourism. The Chairman of the Indonesian medical Council, Professor Taruna Ikarar MD, Ph.D., …
Security in Bali is tighter than it has ever been. With 14 warships stations in Balinese waters and over 18,000 security officers supporting Operation Grand Castle, it is safe to say that the island is on high alert. It has been confirmed that two Chinese nationals have been arrested on suspicions of planning a protest …
As the G20 Summit conference kicks off in Bali, there are dozens of changes to everyday life on the island that will have a knock-on effect on tourists. From road closures to security officials on the beaches, from private VVIP visits to leading attractions and flight changes, here is everything you need to know about …
The Department of Immigration for Indonesia has launched a new way for travelers to acquire their visas on arrival. It is now possible for tourists to apply for an e-VOA before they arrive in the country. Hopefully, this latest development will help streamline the arrival experience for tourists to Bali and beyond. The Acting Director …