The relationship between Bali and Australia is one of strength, cooperation, and generosity. As Australian tourists remain the most frequent international arrivals on the island, officials are working together to better protect tourists and citizens. Officials from the Bali Disaster Management Agency (BPBD) and the Australian Parliament have gathered to discuss the province’s regional disaster …
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At the start of the year, the central government announced that new legislation would be introduced that would see Indonesia’s entertainment taxes increase to 40-75%. Tourism leaders and entrepreneurs in Bali have been vocal about their concerns about the price hike and are calling for it to be scrapped. The Coordinating Minister for Maritime Affairs …
Bali is easily one of the most romantic travel destinations in the world. Travel data shows that even in 2024, the Island of the Gods is still seducing honeymoon couples as frequently as ever, and there is one area in particular that has all the newlyweds feeling dreamy. Gianyar Regency, best known to tourists as …
For more than a decade, Bali has been the destination of choice for digital nomads. Whether working as graphic designers, web builders, data analysts, or travel influencers, Bali is the original digital nomad haven. But in 2024 and beyond, the island could become Asia’s next tech startup hub. Bali has long been a travel destination …
Bali is the perfect destination for a classic family beach vacation. Sun, sea, and sand are all in abundance, backed up by incredible accommodation, epic day trips, and world-class dining; Bali is the real deal. With designations like Seminyak, Canggu, and Uluwatu becoming ever busier and party-orientated, families are on the lookout for destinations that …
As backlash grows against the Indonesian government’s decision to introduce a 40% entertainment tax, the Minister for Tourism and Creative Economies, Sandiaga Uno, has spoken out to dispel any worries industry leaders and Bali tourists may have. Several high-profile entertainment industry entrepreneurs have spoken out against the government’s decision to introduce a 40% entertainment tax. …
The Head of the Bali Tourism Office has confirmed that the island is taking traveler safety seriously. After news broke that a pair of American tourists were aggressively extorted by their taxi driver, leaders want to ensure everyone feels safe and comfortable. The Bali Province Tourism Office has confirmed they are organizing a meeting with …
Indonesia is set to make a whopping increase to the country’s entertainment tax. The national entertainment tax will now range from 40-75%, and entertainment businesses in Bali and the tourism sector are unhappy about it. There are genuine fears that this steep hike in Indonesia’s entertainment tax will negatively impact businesses nationwide. The goods and …
Bali is a safe and welcoming tourist destination. With millions of tourists visiting the island every year, the crime rate is surprisingly low. Police are always keeping travelers up to date with their latest operations to keep everyone safe and comfortable. As an island, Bali has very limited public transport facilities. Tourists who are moving …
In 2024 Bali will be promoting sustainable and culturally respectful tourism more than ever. However, the world-famous Ogoh-Ogoh competition and parades part of the Nyepi Festival, also known as the Balinese New Year, has been officially canceled this March. Balinese New Year, known officially as Nyepi Festival, or the Day of Silence will this year …
Indonesia is weighing up whether to reintroduce visa-free travel for top international tourists. Visa-free travel was formally scrapped in 2023, though the legislation had been on pause since the outbreak of the pandemic. Currently, tourists from 97 countries are eligible for an Indonesian visa on arrival. This can be applied on arrival at any of …
It will come as no surprise to Bali lovers that the island has topped the charts again in 2024, ranking highly across the board. The TripAdvisor Traveler’s Choice Awards are arguably the most impactful travel and tourism awards in the world. Based on reviews and recommendations by real travelers and affirmed by travel experts from …