For years there have been tensions between online taxi service providers and local taxi groups in Bali. While leading transportation officials in Indonesia insist that online taxis are legal in the country, many communities have established localized systems to help ensure local drivers don’t miss out on business. Local drivers and the management team at …
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Officials in Bali have confirmed that some of the island’s busiest roads will be closed on New Year’s Eve. The move comes to help control traffic in and out of the Kuta resort, reducing congestion and ensuring public safety. The Head of Denpasar Traffic Police, Commissioner Made Teja Dwi Permana, spoke with reporters to confirm …
Tourism leaders in Bali are continuing the battle to track down and hold illegal tour guides on the island accountable. Tourism leaders are concerned that if the situation continues, the bad practices will reflect badly on the province’s travel sector. The practice of gacong is proving tricky to get a hold of in Badung Regency …
The authorities in Bali’s Denpasar are cracking down on the use of firecrackers and fireworks in the run-up to New Year’s Eve. Officials are anticipating the use of fireworks over the coming days especially on the big countdown. With dozens of large-scale fireworks displays and New Year’s Eve celebrations in the works for the weekend. …
Bali’s I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport has been named amongst the worst ten airports in the world, according to AirHelp. The company is the world’s top passenger rights organization that helps travelers access compensation and support when air travel goes wrong. AirHelp is regarded by the travel and aviation sector as a leader in …
Bali’s Nusa Dua is known as one of the most luxurious resort destinations on the island. Nusa Dua is also an international tourist development destination; the area is famous for hosting the G20 Summit and other big international events. Nusa Dua is one of the best-organized tourist destinations in Bali. The resort is managed under …
The Christmas holidays are in full swing in Bali. With celebrations underway across the island, the vibes are high…and busy. Officials have confirmed that the number of arrivals has already exceeded predictions. On Friday 22nd December a whopping 73,377 passengers travelled through Bali’s I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport across the international and domestic terminals. …
With over one million new people on the island of Bali, officials across the province have ramped up their security and traffic control operations. The Bali Regional Police have shared their strategy for helping make sure Bali stays up and running this Christmas week. Chief Inspector General Ida Bagus Kade Putra Narendra held a press …
Bali is a destination synonymous with sun, sand, and sea. The coastal resorts of the Island of the Gods attract millions of tourists every year. But there is a whole other side to Bali that is lush, green, mountainous, and proving increasingly popular with tourists. The villages of Kintamani that sit under the watchful gaze …
Many of Bali’s top cultural tourist attractions have confirmed that they will be increasing ticket prices from the 1st of January 2024. However, some of Bali’s fastest-growing beach hotspots won’t be hiking their prices come the New Year. Officials from the Badung Regency Government have confirmed that many of the region’s top tourist attractions will …
This week the Indonesian Directorate General of Immigration announced a huge new visa policy. Tourists and business people who regularly travel to Bali and across the Indonesian archipelago can now apply for a 5-year multiple-entry visa. Indonesia’s Directorate General of Immigration, Silmy Karim, was appointed to his post earlier this year and has quickly got …
With over 17,000 islands to explore, Indonesia is an archipelago treasure trove of travel opportunities. Bali is by far the most popular vacation destination in the country, and the Island of the Gods serves as a gateway to many more island adventures for international tourists. As a province, Bali is comprised of four main islands: …