Construction work on the cliff preservation project in Uluwatu remains underway. ‘Preservation’ is the word of the moment, with both local communities and the international tourist community struggling to come to terms with the scale of the excavation work needed to construct a sea wall and access road to, as leaders claim, safeguard a crack …
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Leaders in Bali have reported that the newly introduced Tourism Civil Service Police Unit is not operating to its maximum potential. The new units were trained in late 2023 and first deployed in early 2024, along with their specially trained Kintamani puppies, who have been serving as ‘tourist friends.’’ The officers are tasked with keeping …
The Badung Regency Government has confirmed that construction is now underway to renovate a massive section of Seminyak’s Batu Belig Beach and surrounding coastline. The iconic coastal resort has experienced beach erosion and requires a new paved beachwalk in order for local communities and tourists to navigate the area safely and comfortably. The project will …
Island hopping is an unforgettable way to see as much of Bali Province as possible on vacation. Bali, as a province, is actually comprised of four main islands and two further islands that are often overlooked. There is Bali, Nusa Penida, Nusa Lembongan and Nusa Ceningan. Serangan Island is often seen as simply part of …
An Australian tourist has shared warnings with fellow Bali-bound travelers after she had to pay her visa-on-arrival fee twice. The simple but costly mistake is an easy-to-make error for even the most experienced nomads. Indonesia’s visa-on-arrival and e-visa-on-arrival are the most popular and appropriate visas for holidaymakers, short-stay digital nomads, business visitors, and cultural visitors. …
Who doesn’t love a Negroni? The smooth, sippable tipple made of equal parts gin, vermouth rosso, and Campari has had something of a renaissance in the international cocktail scene in the last five years. Monday 16th September, marks the beginning of Negroni Week in Bali, an opportunity for tourists to experience some of Bali’s hottest …
A new AI-art installation will open at Bali’s Nuanu City. The creative landmark can be found in the heart of Bali’s new creative eco-city overlooking Nyanyi Beach in Tabanan City. Nuanu City is the home of the newly opened Luna Beach Club and the annual Suara Festival. The Tri Hita Karana Tower, designed by London-based …
Seven months after the introduction of the Bali Tourism Tax Levy, local politicians have not yet confirmed the exact details about how the funds will be spent. The Bali Tourism Tax Levy was initially intended to be spent on conserving culture, nurturing nature, and leveling up infrastructure, but specific project plans were not made public. …
Margarita lovers unite! One of Bali’s most popular bars is calling on the support of tequila lovers as they embark on an official Guinness World Record Attempt. Seminyak’s Motel Mexicola will be attempting to break the record for the most amount of margaritas sold in 8-hours this weekend. Bright, bold, and always pushing the boundaries, …
Top tourism organizations in Bali are calling for the creation of a certification program to help improve the standard of experiences at the island’s top attractions. The Indonesian Recreational Park Business Association (PUTRI) wants to create new standards to ensure safety, industry cohesion, and, above all, high quality for tourists. Speaking at a panel discussion …
Leaders in Indonesia have announced plans to review the tourist visa on arrival policy and pre-investment and investment visa policies that have been regularly misused by foreigners who want to stay long-term on the island. The Minister of Law and Human, Supratman Andi Agtas, has announced an investigation and review into the ways in which …
Bali is on a mission to level up its tourism infrastructure. As public dialogue grows over whether or not the island has or hasn’t surpassed the threshold for overtourism, leaders are committed to ensuring that culturally respectful and sustainable tourism is delivered as standard, and that includes high-quality infrastructure across the province. It may not …