Following the new government regulation on domestic entry requirements, hospitality and tourism in Bali is facing a heavy decline in bookings. The Indonesian Hotel and Restaurant Association (PHRI) announced that USD $22.4 million (IDR 317 billion) have since been refunded for trip cancelations from domestic tourists. (Image: ©The Bali Sun – I Wayan Yatika) The …
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Following the newly instated policy on entry requirements for domestic visitors in Bali issued yesterday (15/12), hotels in the province are facing an increase in reservation cancellations. The regulation, issued by the central government through the Governor of Bali, states that every domestic tourist entering into Bali via air travel is required to have a …
The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), an official agency from the UN, confirmed that Bali is now ready to reopen for international tourism. The Regional Director of UNWTO for Asia-Pacific, Harry Hwang, completed a full inspection of the preparation stage for Bali, checking for administered health and safety protocols. The only thing standing in the way …
As the adverse effects of the Covid-19 pandemic continue to afflict the economy, the provincial government of Bali awaits the revival of international borders to heal its predominant tourism industry. In preparation, the provincial government has taken upon new safety measures to speed up the process. (Image: ©The Bali Sun – I Wayan Yatika) During …
Ngurah Rai International Airport In Bali is estimated to receive at least 387,000 domestic passengers this upcoming holiday season. Increased staff and security is prepared to implement safety protocols and a digital travel app has been developed to ensure smooth operations. (Image: ©The Bali Sun – I Wayan Yatika) During an interview on Tuesday (8/12) …
The Governor of Bali, I Wayan Koster, spoke with Indonesian Ambassador to Japan, Heri Akhmadi, to discuss resuming travel operations between Bali and Japan. (Image: ©The Bali Sun – I Wayan Yatika) During a virtual meeting on Monday (7/12), Koster stated “We have prepared and ensured that all the prevention protocols are implemented in all …
The Covid-19 vaccine is in the final stage of development. Hope is rising in Bali as many view the vaccine as a cure to the declining travel and tourism sector but experts are saying it will take time. As the industry most confronted by the pandemic, what is in store for tourism once the vaccine …
The governor of Bali, I Wayan Koster, says the island is well prepared and equipped to receive international tourists again. The Governor praised villages in Bali for their effectiveness in facing Covid-19. Koster acknowledged that traditional village security and their implementation of strict customary regulations for their resident has helped control the spread of the …
Nusa Dua is currently preparing to become a pandemic-free zone which would provide a safe zone for visitors. The southern Bali peninsula is implementing strict protocols for staff and visitors to eliminate risks at the resorts. Nusa Dua has decided to try and exceed common protocols outlined by the Covid-19 Handling Task Force. The region …
As Bali focuses on developing its medical tourism industry, Japan is helping to support a new project on the island. The project is also aimed at Indonesian nationals who have been going abroad for medical treatments. The Indonesian State Owned Enterprises Minister, Erick Tohir said that the Central Government has 49 acres of land in …
The Indonesian Transportation Minister, Budi Karya Sumadi is planning to open travel corridors for international visitors from China and Singapore. (Image: ©The Bali Sun – I Wayan Yatika) During a virtual National Coordination Meeting For Economic Recovery on Thursday Nov 26th 2020, Budi Karya mentioned that Indonesia should consider reopening the border, especially for the …
The state of the Bali’s hospitality industry is far from normal since the hit of Covid-19. The Island’s Vice Governor, Tjokorda Oka Artha Ardhana Sukawati (Cok Ace) said the industry displayed significant growth last holiday season in October, unfortunately, that wasn’t the case this time around. Cok Ace identifies that many hotels in Bali are …