With just one day to go before Bali’s Tourism Tax is introduced, officials have revealed the outcome of the trial period of the new initiative. Leaders say that so far, over USD 100,000 has been collected in tourism tax revenue. The Head of the Bali Tourism Office, Tjok Bagus Pemayun, told reporters, “We tested the …
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Bali’s most famous beaches can be found in Badung Regency. From Uluwatu to Seminyak, Canggu to Kuta, Badung Regency’s beaches are internationally acclaimed. Head a little further west, and tourists will stumble upon the stunning secret black sand beaches of Tabanan Regency. Tabanan Regency is best known to tourists as being home to Tanah Lot …
One of the hottest topics on the lips of Bali lovers right now is whether the Island of the Gods is still an affordable place to travel. Want to read more? Our Bali Sun Premium Members always get full access to our best content, ad-free!
One of the most popular adventure activities for tourists on vacation to Bali is to hike to the summit of Mount Batur to watch the sunrise. Mount Batur is the island’s second-highest peak, with Mount Agung standing proudly at 3,031m; both peaks pose their own unique challenges. There is perhaps something of a misconception that …
Bali is welcoming a new attraction to the block. The freshly renovated New Kuta Green Park is bringing affordable family fun in the sun in South Kuta. Once upon a time, the New Kuta Green Park was known as Dreamland Water Park before it became too run down. The newly renovated and improved New Kuta …
With just two days before the launch of the tourism tax in Bali and the general election, there is a lot happening on the island. Ahead of the busy week, Bali’s Acting Governor Sang Made Mahendra Jaya has spoken to the media about the future of tourism. On 14th February, Bali will officially be launching …
Demand for travel to the Nusa Islands and Gili Islands is soaring right now. It’s not hard to see why. The idyllic outlying islands are easily accessible, affordable, and simply stunning. Want to read more? Our Bali Sun Premium Members always get full access to our best content, ad-free!
There are many different ways to explore Bali. The Island of the Gods catered to every travel style and every travel budget. Tourists are always on the lookout for the next new and exciting way to explore the island, and in the highlands of Kintamani, things are getting interesting. For most tourists, Kintamani is a …
Bali’s new tourism police civil service unit has officially started its patrols. The newly appointed officers will be out and about in Bali’s busiest resorts and at top attractions, ready to help tourists in need and communicate the dos and don’ts of the island. It was revealed earlier this week, much to the excitement of …
Indonesia will have a general election on the 14th of February, 2024; with the final days of campaigning underway, all eyes are on the three presidential candidates before the country goes to the ballot. The three presidential candidates have been discussing everything from social housing to tourism and economic growth to major infrastructural developments. Anies …
Bali’s new tourism tax will come into effect on the 14th of February, 2024. Officials have been talking about the new tourism levy for months, but as the big launch looms closer, the final details are being revealed. It has now been confirmed once and for all which visitor visa categories will be exempt from …
Bali’s Kuta Beach has long been one of the most popular vacation destinations on the island. The resort is home to some of the biggest hotel complexes and is loved by holidaymakers from around the world. However, their local task forces have been kept busy lately. There are a number of local task forces in …