Indonesia is home to some of the most endangered wildlife species on earth. Although tourists don’t always associate Bali with being a haven for wildlife, especially since destinations like Sumatra and Kalimantan are considered more wild, the island of Bali is home to some special creatures in need of our consideration. Bali and the surrounding …
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Bali is experiencing a lot of bad weather this week. Tourists and locals are warned to be aware of lightning storms, potential flooding, and landslides. Disaster has already struck at one major tourist landmark. A landslide has washed away the parking lot at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Jatiluwih. The iconic rice terraces in …
As it is the height of the rainy season right now, with more rains falling over the weekend and into the beginning of this week, parts of the island are really feeling the impacts of the weather. The rainy season is also known to bring tides of ocean plastic to Bali’s shores. It may come …
Nusa Penida is one of the top destinations in Bali Province right now. The gorgeous outlying island is home to some of the most famous natural landscapes in Asia, and thousands of tourists make the crossing to the main island of Bali every week. With Nusa Penida in ever more demand by tourists, officials want …
Bali’s Tourism Task Force is on the lookout for a travel content creator whose videos went viral on TikTok after she showed the condition of Kuta Beach and traffic in the resort. The Bali’s Tourism Task Force was established last year to tackle unruly and culturally disrespectful behavior. Travel content creator Corrin, from England, runs …
It is no secret that Bali struggles with its waste management system. From the beaches to the open landfill, most tourists are aware of the issue. However, the extent of the problem is still a shock to many. Travel content creator Dale Philips recently visited Bali. He hit up all the go-to destinations, including the …
Bali tourists love staying in Airbnbs. As a tourist destination, the island caters to every travel style and every travel budget. For those seeking to live like a local, stay a little off the beaten track, or stay in a super unique accommodation, Airbnb is the place to look. The global travel accommodation platform has …
With the introduction of the Bali Tourism Levy just around the corner, discussions about whether or not Bali is on the brink of overtourism are hot on everyone’s lips. One top professor from Bali says it’s a way off yet but that the situation needs to be addressed. In a definition laid out by the …
As a judicial review gets underway in Indonesia to establish whether the government can or should increase the entertainment tax to 40%, key business figures are making their objections known. Hotman Paris, who is a big public figure in Indonesia, is making his objections to the government’s plans to increase the entertainment tax. Hotman Paris …
Bali’s Tourism Office has said loud and clear that high-spending tourists will be welcome in Bali, but low-budget travelers are out as the island moves towards promoting more sustainable and culturally respectful tourism. It’s clear money talks. The Head of the Bali Provincial Tourism Office, Tjok Bagus Pemayun, has literally said that increasing prices of …
For decades, Bali has been seen by many as an affordable travel destination. As the launchpad for thousands of backpacking adventures and budget-friendly family vacations, tourists have always appreciated value for money in Bali. Yet, in 2024, it seems that all this is changing and fast. Another of Bali’s leading landmarks has announced that it …
Bali’s nightlife scene is always growing and evolving. From secret speakeasies to massive beach clubs, from low-key music venues to good old-fashioned discos, there is always a party happening in Bali. One of the world’s most loved DJs has recently opened a new nightclub in partnership with one of Bali’s most esteemed music venues. Desa …