Officials in Bali have confirmed that construction will begin on the new Paramount Theme Park in August. The project has been in the pipeline for years, but now officials have been able to reveal a few more details about what is set to become the largest theme park in Bali. Construction on the long-awaited Paramount …
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Bali is preparing for the auspicious Galungan and Kuningan festivals which will take place from 2nd August until 12th August. The festivals are of huge cultural and spiritual significance to Balinese Hindus. During the next couple of weeks, tourists must be aware that there will be some changes to some tourist activities in order to …
Bali is currently hosting the International Tourism Investment Forum in the super luxurious resort of Nusa Dua. The conference is an opportunity for business leaders and the government to come together to discuss the future of tourism in Bali. These decision-makers are putting the needs and wants of tourists front and center in this new …
Bali is home to thousands of Balinese Hindu temples. Each is beautiful and unique in its own way; some are more famous than others. Bali’s Penataran Agung Lempuyang Temple is best known in English as the Gateway to Heaven temple, offering breathtaking views over sacred Mount Agung. The Penataran Agung Lempuyang Temple has become a …
Bali is famous for being an international hotspot for digital nomads. With good WiFi speeds, a buzzing community, and plenty of opportunities to network, it’s not hard to see why thousands of people have relocated to the island, if even for a few months. But, there is a flip side to the story, which is …
Tourism leaders in Bali’s more off-the-beaten-path locations are calling on the authorities and banks to help them improve their business models. Village tourism leaders are speaking up about the need for simple improvements that will make traveling easier and more enjoyable for tourists in Bali’s emerging destinations. Village tourism leaders in Bali’s increasingly popular Munduk …
Earlier this month, Bali’s Governor Wayan Koster announced that he will be introducing a mandatory tourism tax in 2024. The announcement triggered a huge response from Bali lovers and tourism stakeholders. Now the Governor has revealed more details about his plans. Speaking from Denpasar on Thursday, 20th July, Governor Wayan Koster announced that the new …
Officials have confirmed that the new Bali International Hospital is on track to open in April 2024. The new state-of-the-art hospital complex is under construction in Sanur. Officials are excited to be able to offer world-class private healthcare and establish more medical tourism on the island. The Bali International Hospital is one of the biggest …
Last week Bali’s Governor Wayan Koster announced that he will be introducing a tourism tax in 2024. In a move that has been on the cards for a while, the provincial government has formally begun the process of creating the legislative changes necessary to implement a tourist tax. But some people aren’t too happy about …
The first headline speakers have been announced for the critically acclaimed Ubud Writers and Readers Festival 2023. The Literary Festival is celebrating its 20th birthday this year, and organizers have raised the bar once again when it comes to the exceptional individuals who will be making an appearance. Ubud Writers and Readers Festival is one …
Bali has been facing a crazy amount of unseasonal rain the last few weeks. As the island is at the height of the high season, tourists are scrambling to find fun indoor activities while they wait for the clouds to blow over. One indoor theme park in Denpasar is the absolute ultimate rainy day activity, …
The Indonesian Tourism Minster has announced new data that revealed that Bali has already surpassed targets for 2023. Minister Uno has also revealed how much the average tourist is spending during their stay on the island. Overall, he’s pleased with the progress, and data shows that tourists are happy with Bali too. Bali had targeted …