Bali

Australian footballer player Josh Cavallo has announced that he will be opening an LGBTQ+ inclusive hotel in Bali in 2025. As one of the few openly gay footballers in the Australian Football League, Cavallo wants to create a space that is welcoming and homely for all.  In an Instagram post, Cavallo shared an update with …

Bali’s dining scene is utterly divine. If you can conjure your dream meal into your mind, chances are you will find it already on a menu in Bali. From the super healthy cafes of Canggu to the farm-to-table eateries of Ubud, through to the ultra-fine dining experiences on offer at the island’s top hotels and …

There are just a few hours left of 2024, and for those in Bali still unsure as to where to be when the clock strikes midnight, you’re going to want to make a decision soon! With Bali’s biggest New Year’s Eve parties already sold out of tickets, those who want to be in the vibe …

With the countdown upon us, there are just a few hours to go until we say goodbye to 2024 and welcome 2025. For those of us heading out to party on New Year’s Eve, the biggest thing we all want to avoid is getting stuck in traffic. Some will say that it is unavoidable, and …

Bali’s Uluwatu Temple has been named the top-quality tourist destination in the country. As part of the Indonesia 2024 Proud Tourism Awards tourism awards, Uluwatu Temple was praised for being the best overall tourism attraction nationwide. This huge accolade was received with pride by the Manager of the Uluwatu Temple Outer Area Tourism Attraction, I …

Indonesia’s National Tourism Board has issued new advice for tourists visiting the country. Wonderful Indonesia periodically published fresh safety advice for tourists exploring the archipelago, and with monsoon season lashing down across the country, as well as active volcanos and a persistent risk of earthquakes, it’s always good to refresh the safety advice and protocols.  …

Travel in Bali in 2025 will be all about low-key luxury. We don’t need golden gilded door frames and giant glass chandeliers to feel indulgent on vacation. No, what we need is stunning ocean views, a sense of calm and tranquility, and the opportunity to meaningfully connect to nature and culture…and we know just the …

Leaders in Bali are once again responding to the question of whether or not the island is experiencing overtourism. The Head of the Bali Tourism Office, Tjok Bagus Pemayun, has told reporters that while overtourism is not an issue island-wide, the core problem is the over-concentration of tourism development in specific areas.  Pemayun told reporters …

Tourists staying at one of Bali’s top hotels are now able to use online taxi services like Grab and GoJek in Seminyak. Management from Ramada Encore Seminyak Bali has held discussions with the traditional taxi providers in the area, and an agreement has been reached that benefits everyone, including tourists. It has been an ongoing …

On the 10th of December 2024, two tourists were killed by a falling tree in Bali’s world-famous Ubud Sacred Monkey Forest. In light of the recent tragedy, leaders have come together to discuss how top attractions in the province can keep tourists and visitors safer during their vacations and day trips. Officials from the Bali …

Backpacking in Bali in 2025 is going to be such a vibe. Not only is it easier than ever before to organize and enjoy a backpacking trip, but there are now even more destinations that are open to tourists, travelers, and intrepid backpackers across the island. For more than fifty years, Bali has been the highlight …

We are all too acutely aware that the rainy season has been coming in hard in Bali this year. With the weather forecast a tricky beast to navigate, it’s always good to have some rainy-day options listed in the itinerary. While rainy days may not be so fun for sunbathing in Bali’s ever-popular Seminyak, cafe-hopping …