Indonesia’s Minister of Tourism, Widiyanti Putri Wardhana, has been speaking out about the future of tourism in Bali. As the iconic tourism destination has been receiving criticism for being too crowded, the Tourism Minister has made it clear that the problems can and will be solved. 2025 will be the year in which tourists are …
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Immigration teams in Indonesia have continued with their commitment to crack down on foreigners abusing the visa system in Bali Province. During a four-day sting operation between 12th – 15th November 2024, Indonesian Immigration teams investigated 687 foreigners around the country and arrested 14 individuals in Bali found to be breaking the conditions of their …
Travel in Bali in 2025 is going to be all about getting off the beaten path and prioritizing authentic travel experiences and meaningful connections with this incredible island. Indonesian culture is so rich and varied, and it is a joy to discover that Bali-bund tourists will also be encouraged to explore more of what the …
Bali is still reeling from being included on a recent No List for travel in 2025. While there are certain parts of the island that feel busier and more crowded than in years gone by, it is undeniable that Bali is one of the world’s finest travel destinations, and the province has plenty of evidence …
Bali’s most famous marine ecosystem has just been given a new layer of environmental protection, which will help conserve the area in new ways. The waters found in Nusa Penida are home to a resident population of manta rays, and diving and snorkeling with these majestic creatures has long been a bucket list adventure in …
In a tragic case of mass poisoning, six tourists have died in the Laotian city of Vang Vieng after consuming drinks that contained methanol. The six tourists, who originated from Australia, the USA, the UK, and Denmark, are reported to have died after consuming tainted drinks at a backpacker in the city center. The harrowing …
Bali’s inclusion on a No List for travel in 2025 is causing quite a stir, just as the island is on track to see its busiest year for tourism on record. Leaders are reflecting on how to balance high-quality experiences and sustainable growth as the destination is starting to see the negative impacts of overtourism …
Bali’s relationship with tourism is experiencing some turbulence right now. As the province has just been ranked on a no-travel list due to crowding at top resorts, leaders are discussing how a better balance can be found that will benefit both local communities and tourists. Speaking to reporters, the Chairman of the Central Management Board …
Politicians in Bali are proposing racial changes to traffic rules that could help combat travel chaos on the roads this Christmas and New Year. Local politician Agung Bagus Pratiksa Linggih is proposing that Bali ban all non-Bali Province-licensed vehicles from entering Bali over the festive season. This would effectively ban domestic tourists from traveling to …
New domestic flights will make it easier than ever for Bali tourists to explore Indonesia’s new capital city. I ncreased domestic flight variability between Denpasar and Balikpapan, the gateway to Indonesia’s capital city of the future Nusantara, will enable the tourists to see a whole new side of the country. The launch of the Denpasar-Balikpapan …
Bali has been noted as the number one destination not to visit in 2025 by Fodors Magazine. The online travel news site publishes its ‘no list’ at the end of every year, and Bali has tanked top, with overtourism noted as a key reason. Leaders and travel experts in Bali have kicked back over the …
New figures released by the Ngurah Rai Immigration Office show that between January and October 2024, 942 foreigners were denied entry to Bali. In total, 5.3 million international arrivals were recorded as touching down in Denpasar, showing that Bali is on track to have a record-breaking year for tourism by the time the clock strikes …