Officials in Bali have revealed that the island is on track to not only fulfill but likely surpass tourism targets this year. This comes as welcome news to tourism businesses on the island who are still feeling the economic impacts of the pandemic. In a statement released earlier this week, the Central Statistics Agency (BPS) …
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Think you know the do’s and don’ts of how to behave in Bali? Over the last few weeks, there has been increasing public dialogue around the topic of ‘bad bules’ (naughty foreigners) on the Island of the Gods. So, officials have created social media content to make it abundantly clear for everyone. Officials in Bali …
Bali is a destination synonymous with pristine white sandy beaches, black sand beaches, dense tropical jungles, and vast expanses of rice terraces. For many, the villages around Ubud offer a chance to experience jungle living in Bali. But if you choose to drive a little further north, a whole new side of Bali will reveal …
Bali is one of the most popular destinations on social media. The impact that platforms like Instagram and TikTok have had on tourism development on the Island of the Gods is undeniable. The Insta vs. Reality or Expectation vs. Reality trend is nothing new. The hashtag started trending online in the mid-2010s. Yet, it’s still …
In January 2023, Bali was celebrated as the second-best tourism destination in the world by TripAdvisor. The Island of the Gods is best known for its tropical beaches, lush rice paddies, and deeply reverential culture, but as many ex-pats and frequent visitors to the island have observed, Bali has undergone a massive transformation in the …
Bali, as one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, depends on the tourism sector for economic survival. Millions of tourists from around the world and all across Indonesia visit Bali every year to soak up the sun, learn about the unique culture and indulge in the hospitality of the island and its …
Officials in Bali have announced that they have plans to create billboards in foreign languages to help build awareness amongst visitors to the island on how to behave. The announcement comes just days after the provincial government confirmed that they had launched a dedicated task force to crack down on foreigners working illegally on the …
Officials from Bali’s Tourism Office have announced a new We Love Bali campaign that they hope will bring in a significant amount of donations from visitors to the island. The infrastructure for the We Love Bali campaign was quietly launched in 2022. Only now, however, is the Tourism Office promoting the campaign more publicly. Another …
The future of tourism in Bali looks bright as the island celebrates its two newly appointed ambassadors. During a dazzling ceremony on Sunday, 12th February, Ketut Wahyu Tamaja, 20, and Dinda Audreya Azhari Barenns, 22, were elected as Bali Tourism Ambassadors 2023. The duo is now in the running to become Indonesian Tourism Ambassadors for …
The Regional Tourism Promotion Agency (BPPD) for Badung Regency, the most popular tourist destination in Bali, has announced that it will be trying out new promotional tactics in 2023. Speaking to reporters, the Head of the BPPD Badung, Ida Bagus Namarupa, explained that this year’s approach would be more dynamic, more fun, and focused on …
Cruise tourism will be a big focus for Bali’s tourism sector in 2023. Tourism stakeholders from across Indonesia are investing millions in upgrading the island’s facilities to ensure that larger cruise vessels can come into dock. On the 14th February, Bali’s Celukan Bawang Port in Buleleng Regency welcomed the luxurious Seven Seas Explorer Cruise Ship’s …
One of the leading academics in Bali has pledged support to the island’s village tourism programs. Prof. Dr. I Gede Astra Wesnawa M.Si has told reporters of his support for community-based tourism initiatives on the Island of the Gods and will facilitate collaborations between the academic sector, government, and tourism stakeholders. Prof. Dr. Wesnawa told …