As the battle to crack down on unruly tourists in Bali continues, more officers will be deployed in the most popular resorts to help keep an eye on things. A Tourism Task Force, known as the Bali Becik Task Force, has already been deployed by the Director General of Immigration for Indonesia, as well as …
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As tourists become increasingly interested in learning more about Balinese culture and heritage, tourism leaders on the island are delighted to be putting on more traditional dance performances to keep up with demand. The most popular cultural show in Bali is the fiery Kecak dance which showcases how good will always triumph over evil. The …
Transportation officials in Indonesia have given an update on the long-anticipated railway line in Bali. The project has, in theory, been full steam ahead for some time. But with planning becoming an evermore time-consuming task, the project is moving in a new direction…underground. Indonesia’s National Planning Agency has confirmed that the new Light Rail Transit …
Earlier this year, the Provincial Government of Bali, along with the Bali Tourism Board and Wonderful Indonesia launched an education awareness campaign to help eliminate bad behavior by tourists on the island. Three months after the launch, reporters have been seeing how visits feel about the new rules. Reporters interviewed a dozen tourists around Bali …
Bali’s issue with traffic congestion is no secret. One only has to have a quick look on social media to see hundreds of viral videos in the ‘expectations vs. reality’ style template to see that traffic all around the island is only mounting up. Local leaders have reached out to the media to share their …
Bali is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful islands in the world. The verdant rice terraces, dense tropical jungle, and azure blue waters that surround the island have long been the picture postcard of a paradise getaway for millions of tourists. What makes Bali quite so special is that ancient cultural practices and values are …
As Bali moves closer to introducing the new tourism tax for all international arrivals, Indonesia’s Minister for Tourism and Creative Economies has given his nod of approval for the new legislation. The new tourism tax will come into effect in early 2024. Indonesia’s Minister for Tourism and Creative Economies, Sandiaga Uno, told reporters in Jakarta …
Bali is one of the most popular party destinations in the world. Thousands of party-loving travelers head to the Island of the Gods every year to experience the very best of the live music scene, incredible beach clubs, and luxurious cocktail bars. As wild as parties can get in Bali, there are a serious set …
Bali’s Uluwatu is home to some of the most mesmerizing sunset spots on the island. The rugged clifftops of Uluwatu offer a spectacular vantage point to watch the sunset over the Indian Ocean. As Uluwatu booms in popularity, Bali lovers are always on the lookout for a sunset spot that is undiscovered. Sitting nestled between …
Bali’s Penglipuran Village is the most famous village on the island. In fact, many would argue that Penglipuran is the most famous village in all of Indonesia…maybe even in South East Asia. The highly photogenic traditional village welcomes thousands of visitors every day. Community leaders and tourism managers are always on the lookout for ways …
Bali is the coffee capital of South East Asia. Home to some of the most trendy and innovative coffee shops and roasters on the continent, the race to be the best is never-ending. This week, Bali celebrates the opening of the biggest coffee shop in Southeast Asia in the coffee capital of the island. Pahdi …
Indonesia has one of the most accessible visa-on-arrival schemes in the world. The policy allowed tourists from over 90 countries to visit for up to 30 days for IDR 500,000. Applying for a visa is an easy and straightforward process, and tourists can even make their application online before landing in Bali to speed up …