It has been nearly a week since Bali’s new tourism tax came into effect. The new policy requires all international tourists to the province to pay a mandatory IDR 150,000 tourism levy. Although the first few days have been smooth, leaders say more changes could be on their way. Originally, leaders said that they wanted …
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It has to be said that Bali is a travel destination that delivers. Do you want to parasail over the ocean? That you can do. Want to hike a volcano at sunrise? Consider it done! Want a waterfall in the jungle all to yourself? Your wishes will be granted! Bali is home to hundreds of …
If you want to relax and unwind in Bali, some may say you need to forget about the beaches and head to the highlands. Want to read more? Our Bali Sun Premium Members always get full access to our best content, ad-free!
It is true that tourists visit Bali to immerse themselves in the island’s traditional culture and natural landscapes. But it cannot be overlooked that the Island of the Gods is home to some of the most magical and innovative nightlife hangouts in Asia. It seems that magic, mythology, and mysticism are trending in Bali right …
Bali’s new tourism tax is officially in operation. The new tourism levy is mandatory for all international tourists visiting the province and can be paid online, in person at Bali Airport, or with registered hotels and resorts. As the first week of the new normal unfolds, global embassies have been contacted to help socialize and …
The long-awaited Bali Railway Network has been given a starting date. While officials were hoping that the first construction teams could get to work in the first few months of the year, the start date still isn’t too far away at all. The Indonesian Transport Minister, Budi Karya Sumadi, has confirmed that the groundbreaking for …
Bali lovers are in for a real treat this year. Serangan Island, a small fishing village located in Denpasar and connected to the main island by the famous Serangan-Sakenan Bridge, is set to receive a considerable boost in tourism development. The Denpasar City Government has confirmed that it will be investing huge funds and resources …
Tourists planning their visits to Bali, and those who are already on the island, are being urged to only book tours and travel experiences with officially certified guides and travel companies. The warnings come after a tourist was scammed and assaulted by someone posing as a guide. Tourists in Bali are being advised to do …
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Tourists could return to Bali year after year and still struggle to visit all of the waterfalls on the island. From the ridge to the reef, there are thousands of waterfalls, big, small, famous and secret, dotted around every corner. The team behind one community-managed waterfall in Ginayar Regency is working to put the natural …
It’s official: Bali’s new tourism tax is up and running. The now mandatory tourism levy is part of a sustainable tourism initiative to ensure Balinese culture and heritage are preserved and generate funds to level up tourism infrastructure. The long-awaited tourism tax is now in place for all foreign tourists arriving in Bali. The one-time …
Bali’s Ubud is one of the world’s top destinations for honeymoon couples and lovers on a romantic retreat. Many of the most family-friendly resorts can be found along the coast of Badung Regency, but there is one hotel in the jungles of Ubud that is offering a nature-filled retreat for the whole family. The Westin …