Indonesia’s tourism sector is expected to incur losses to the tune of US$500 million (Rp6.9 trillion) in monthly earning over the coronavirus outbreak, Coordinating Minister for Maritime Affairs and Investment Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan stated. “According to the Bank Indonesia (the central bank), the tourism sector will lose US$500 million per month in earnings,” Pandjaitan remarked …
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A Mexican tourist that was heavily intoxicated threw himself in front of a speeding car in Denpasar on Tuesday night. Residents witnessed the victim Jorge Alejandro walking alone when he suddenly jumped in front of a speeding car. He was thrown into the air and landed hard on the concrete. Head of Denpasar police Dewa …
The Indonesian government has reportedly allocated IDR72 billion (US$5.2 million) for influencers, as part of an incentive program to boost the country’s tourism industry amid the international coronavirus outbreak that is increasingly fueling fears of a global pandemic. Yes, you read that right, folks. We can’t turn down the power of influencers even amid a …
The Australian government has updated the official travel advisory for Indonesia after two confirmed cases of the Coronavirus were announced Monday. The warning reads: “The Indonesian Government has confirmed coronavirus (COVID-19) cases in Indonesia. Australians should note the global situation with COVID-19 is changing very quickly. Read our bulletin on COVID-19 for advice on measures …
Bali Governor Wayan Koster said earlier today that he has delayed the permit to grant entry for hundreds aboard a Norwegian-flagged cruise ship, the Viking Sun, which is reportedly scheduled to dock at Benoa harbor this coming Sunday. The Viking Sun and its passengers were rejected entry by the East Java provincial government due to …
27 year old Stacey Serrano and her boyfriend became the victims of a violent robbery in the popular tourism hot spot of Canggu, Bali. The San Francisco couple were traveling on their motorbike at 11:30 pm on Tuesday night when a black motorcycle pulled up beside them. The perpatrator grabbed Serrano’s purse causing both motorbikes …
Photos of a virtually deserted Bali Airport have revealed the devastating impact COVID-19 coronavirus is having on the Indonesian island’s tourism industry. The photographs of Ngurah Rai International Airport were taken by an employee from Kania Bali Tour at 9.30am on Thursday. They showed the once-bustling international airport almost devoid of people, accompanied by the caption: ‘Bali …
A British coronavirus patient who died in Indonesia earlier this week has been named as 53-year-old publisher Kimberley Finlayson. Friends of the mother-of-four paid tribute to her ‘passion, creativity and determination’ after she died in hospital on the island of Bali. She is the first British person to be named as a victim of coronavirus. …
The Australian Government has issued a travel advisory for Indonesia including Bali to “reconsider your need to travel” The official Smart Traveler website was updated on March 13th 2020. “The health risks to Australians from the global COVID-19 pandemic are increasing significantly and quickly. We now recommend you reconsider your need for overseas travel at …
A foreign national who was found dead slumped over his motorcycle in Denpasar died from alcohol and not the Coronavirus said Denpasar Police. Residents grew concerned when they witnessed the ambulance arrive and paramedics dressed in full virus protection emerged. Denpasar Police Chief Jansen Avitus Panjaitan said the foreigner who was found unconscious on Jalan …
Bali has suspended its visa on arrival and visa exemption program. The Indonesian Government has announced strict new measures to help stop the spread of the Coronavirus (co-vid-19). All foreigners/travelers who wish to visit Indonesia must obtain a visa from Indonesian missions in accordance with the purpose of their visit. The official announcement from the …
Australia issued its highest travel warning on Wednesday, advising citizens not to travel overseas to any country. The country announced the new travel measure Wednesday morning — level four — which means the health and safety of those who choose to travel “is at extreme risk,” according to the government. Most travel insurance will no longer …