Bali’s Ubud is a jungle paradise. Tourists are famously spoiled for choice for secluded tropical retreats, resorts, and hotels in Ubud. Did you know there is only one that caters to all six pillars of wellness? It’s true, according to Marriott, there is only one hotel in Ubud that facilitates stays focused on all six …
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Bali may be home to some of the most luxurious hotels in the world, but now the high-life experience can begin even before you touch down on the Islands of the Gods. Starting from 1st June 2023, travelers will be able to fly to Bali aboard an A380 superjumbo from Dubai with Emirates Airline. The …
Bali’s Nusa Dua is one of the island’s most luxurious and exclusive resort areas. Nestled away on the Bukit Peninsula, on the southern coast of Bali, Nusa Dua is the favorite destination of some of the world’s most influential people. Nusa Dua has been a popular tourist resort for well over a decade. However, the …
A small minority of tourists in Bali have been getting a heap of bad press in the last few weeks. And with good reason. Following instruction from Bali’s Governor, Wayan Koster, authorities have doubled down on taking action against ‘bad bules’. This has included cracking down on foreigners breaking the conditions of their visas, driving …
Bali’c iconic Kuta Beach has undergone a series of impressive renovations in the last year. The work is nearly complete, and the beach is looking like its old self again. Now, local leaders have announced that the magical sunset view is about to get even better. Local leaders have confirmed that the number of beach …
In the last few weeks, a series of massive changes to the way tourists can explore Bali has been proposed by Governor Wayan Koster. The proposed changes received a mixed response from locals and tourists alike. Now local leaders are asking Governor Koster to consider the negative impacts a ban on tourists driving mopeds would …
Wednesday, 22nd March 2023, marks Nyepi Day in Bali. This is the most important day of the Balinese Hindu calendar, and many consider it a privilege to be on the island during this holy day. Nyepi, also known as the Day of Silence, is a day of retreat and reflection. Balinese Hindus across the island …
Do you think you’re a good tourist? Do you always read up on local customs before you travel? Do you try to learn a little of the language of the place you’re visiting? Do you support local businesses and explore off-the-beaten paths? Of course, you do! We all like to think we’re excellent tourists, and …
Bali is one of the most culturally rich islands on earth. On Wednesday, 22nd March, the island will fall silent to honor Nyepi Day. The celebration, known as the Silent Day, marks the Balinese new year. As a province, Bali is majority Balinese Hindu, and as such, all those in the province must adhere to …
In April 2023, Bali will welcome Australian musical legend Xavier Rudd. If you don’t know him by name, you certainly know his music. ‘Follow The Sun’ is the ultimate traveler tune and is Xavier Rudd’s biggest hit. 2023 will be a big year for music in Bali. In the coming months, the island is set …
Anyone following social media news accounts based in Bali will have seen how things have been hotting up over the last few weeks. While it has always been the case (since the arrival of social media, at least) that videos of foreigners behaving badly quickly go viral, in the last month, things have got wild. …
Police in Bali are continuing their crackdown on badly behaved foreigners on the island. The new campaign was ordered by Bali’s Governor Wayan Koster last week. The crackdown has caused a social media storm, triggering concern from some tourists. Officials have confirmed that well-behaved visitors to Bali have nothing to worry about. Last week, Governor …