As Bali moves closer to introducing the new tourism tax for all international arrivals, Indonesia’s Minister for Tourism and Creative Economies has given his nod of approval for the new legislation. The new tourism tax will come into effect in early 2024. Indonesia’s Minister for Tourism and Creative Economies, Sandiaga Uno, told reporters in Jakarta …
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Bali’s Kuta Beach is the island’s original resort destination. The coastal getaway is home to everything holidaymakers could want and need from a classic beach vacation. From affordable hotels to buzzing nightlife, vibrant markets and shopping streets, and great places to eat, it’s easy to see why Kuta is a firm favorite of returning Bali …
Bali is in the process of cracking down on badly behaved tourists and foreigners breaking the conditions of their visas on the island. As part of the strategy, authorities in Bali are also investigating the apparent rising number of illegally operating accommodation businesses that are owned and operated by both local people and foreigners. In …
Bali’s Uluwatu is one of the most in-demand destinations on the island right now. As a beach lovers paradise, as interest grows from international and domestic tourists alike, leaders are working to ensure that the destination continues to live up to expectations. The Badung Regency Government, the local authority responsible for destinations like Uluwatu, Canggu, …
Indonesia’s Director General of Immigration, Silmy Karim, has established a task force in Bali dedicated to cracking down on foreigners breaking the law and disrespecting local culture. The Bali Becik Task Force has been out on the beat for a little over a month and has been set targets to conduct one hundred immigration control …
In the wake of Friday’s elevator tragedy that claimed the lives of five young tourism workers, leaders in Bali have begun assuring the public that the incident will be investigated so that nothing similar may ever happen again. Leaders from Bali Police, the provincial government, and the tourism board have spoken to the press to …
Bali is one of the most popular party destinations in the world. Thousands of party-loving travelers head to the Island of the Gods every year to experience the very best of the live music scene, incredible beach clubs, and luxurious cocktail bars. As wild as parties can get in Bali, there are a serious set …
Bali’s Governor Wayan Koster has spoken to reporters about the conditions of some of Bali’s most popular tourist beaches. In a rare moment of complete candor, Governor Koster told academics and ministers the beaches he feels are the best right now and the coastal resort he feels is ‘dirty’. Speaking during interviews with the Minster …
Communities across Bali are in mourning after the tragic loss of five local tourism workers who were killed in an elevator accident on Friday, 1st September. The staff were in the hotel’s outdoor elevator when a cable snapped, plummeting the elevator to the ground. The tragedy took place at the Ayu Terra Resort in Kedewatan, …
Indonesia’s Director General of Immigration, Silmy Karim, has confirmed the much-anticipated details of the new Golden Visa policy. The new visa category will allow investors, high-wealth individuals, and those wishing to start businesses in Bali and around the country to stay for 5-10 years. Speaking from Jakarta, Director General Silmy Karim outlined the finer details …
Bali’s Uluwatu is home to some of the most mesmerizing sunset spots on the island. The rugged clifftops of Uluwatu offer a spectacular vantage point to watch the sunset over the Indian Ocean. As Uluwatu booms in popularity, Bali lovers are always on the lookout for a sunset spot that is undiscovered. Sitting nestled between …
It has to be said that the cost of just about everything is increasing, and tourism experiences in Bali are no exception. In 2024 one of the island’s leading tourism attractions will be increasing the price of entry tickets. While the increase is nominal for many people, it’s got tourists asking questions about the rising …