Ubud is known around the world for its incredible jungle resorts and hotels. One retreat in particular stands out amongst the rest. The Kayon Jungle Resort continues to unveil itself as the ultimate honeymoon haven and romantic getaway. The Kayon Jungle Resort, within the lush green forests of Bersela, just a minute away from the …
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Travelers planning to spend Christmas and New Year in Bali may be in for a shock if they look at ticket prices this week. As the Indonesian Central Statistics Agency and Ministry for Transport reveal new travel figures ahead of the Christmas holidays, airlines appear to be hiking their prices. Just last week the Indonesian …
Indonesia is the largest majority Muslim nation in the world, but that doesn’t mean that Christmas is just another day of the week. Nationwide there are over 29 million Christians who celebrate the festive season, and although Bali is a majority Balinese Hindu province, Christmas is a big deal on the Island of the Gods. …
As a travel destination, Bali has a lot to offer nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts. For decades, swimming with turtles has been a bucket-list adventure that Bali has been all too ready to offer tourists. But as tourism on the island continues to boom, conservationists are concerned about the influence development has on turtle habitats. …
In November alone three tourists in Bali have been reported to have died in traffic collisions on the island’s roads. Tragically, around this time last year Bali also saw a sharp rise in the number of fatalities on the roads. With this in mind, authorities in Buleleng Regency are working to change the way tourists …
The Acting Governor of Bali, Sang Made Mahendra Jaya, is encouraging tourists to experience more of the traditional Balinese culture. While visiting temples and trying traditional Balinese food is a popular way for tourists to appreciate the island’s unique heritage, Acting Governor Mahendra Jaya wants to see tourists really dive in deep. Jembrana Regency has …
Top officials from Bali Airport have issued apologies to the public following an extortion scandal. Last week five officers from the Ngurah Rai Immigration Post at Bali Airport were arrested for taking money from tourists to use the fast-track queue upon arrival. During a stakeholder meeting held on Sunday 19th November the Head of the …
The Acting Governor of Bali, Sang Made Mahendra Jaya, has given more information about the release of Wolbachia mosquitoes in Bali. The World Mosquito Program has planned to release tens of thousands of mosquitos in Denpasar and Buleleng, but the mission has been postponed indefinitely. The Acting Governor of Bali has spoken to the public …
Bali’s Taro Village is emerging as a must-visit tourist destination. Located just outside of Ubud the quaint tourism village has recently been named amongst the best in the world by the United Nations World Tourism Organisation. At this year’s United National World Tourism Awards, two of Bali’s tourism villages won the prestigious title of best …
The Anantara Seminyak Bali Resort has been rebranded as the Grand Seminyak. The new-look hotel sits at the heart of Seminyak and is one of the finest boutique resorts in the ever-popular beachside tourist hotspot. Seminyak is a vibrant and exciting travel destination. Located right on the beachfront, Seminyak is home to some of the …
On Tuesday 14th November, five immigration officers who work at Ngurah Rai Immigration post at I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport were arrested on suspicion of extorting money from tourists to use the fast track arrivals line. The five immigration officers remain under investigation, and the situation has caused quite a stir across Bali. Officials …
This year has seen the establishment of a series of Tourism Task Forces. Some have been created by Regency Governments, others by orders from the central government of Indonesia. The Tourism Task Forces have aimed to ensure law and order in the tourism industry. Contrary to popular belief the Tourism Task Forces are not only …