Bali is currently hosting the International Tourism Investment Forum in the super luxurious resort of Nusa Dua. The conference is an opportunity for business leaders and the government to come together to discuss the future of tourism in Bali. These decision-makers are putting the needs and wants of tourists front and center in this new …

Bali is home to thousands of Balinese Hindu temples. Each is beautiful and unique in its own way; some are more famous than others. Bali’s Penataran Agung Lempuyang Temple is best known in English as the Gateway to Heaven temple, offering breathtaking views over sacred Mount Agung.  The Penataran Agung Lempuyang Temple has become a …

Earlier this month, the Governor of Bali, Wayan Koster, announced that he will be introducing a new tourism tax in 2024. The tax will be used to protect and promote Balinese culture and the environment, though the Governor has not yet given a specific breakdown of proposed spending. Now government officials are sharing their views …

Bali is a busy place to be right now. The island is in the middle of the high tourist season, and all of the island’s most popular attractions welcome thousands of visitors every day. One iconic destination is seeing a huge surge in visitor numbers which has caused some issues with traffic and parking.  The …

Ubud is known as the arts and culture capital of Bali. A hustling, bustling creative hub in the heart of the island, Ubud is easily one of the most famous travel destinations in the world. Known for its thriving, healthy food scene, Ubud is about to take its culinary prowess to the next level.  The …

Bai’s Governor Wayan Koster has recently announced a new tourism tax that is set to be introduced in mid-2024. The news has triggered a mixed reaction from politicians, local leaders, and tourists. The Indonesian Minister for Maritime Affairs and Investment has shared how he wants to see the tax revenue spent. Indonesia’s Coordinating Minister for …

Bali is known as one of the most picturesque and luxurious travel destinations in the world. Famous as it may be for its incredible culture and 5-star hospitality, officials are concerned that the amount of low-spending tourists are beginning to tarnish the island’s international reputation.  It is well known that Bali is a destination that …

Bali is famous for being an international hotspot for digital nomads. With good WiFi speeds, a buzzing community, and plenty of opportunities to network, it’s not hard to see why thousands of people have relocated to the island, if even for a few months. But, there is a flip side to the story, which is …

Immigration officials in Bali are looking into ways in which they can crack down on the apparent rise in badly behaved foreigners on the island. In the last few days, officials have announced the launch of a new hotline for concerned citizens to report incidences of violations by tourists. Officials want complaints to be followed …

Officials in Bali have taken the strategy on how to deal with unruly tourists on the island to the next level. Indonesia’s Director General of Immigration has announced the formation of a new task force that will be dedicated to cracking down on badly-behaved tourists on the island. Indonesia’s Director General of Immigration, Silmy Karim, …

Tourism leaders in Bali’s more off-the-beaten-path locations are calling on the authorities and banks to help them improve their business models. Village tourism leaders are speaking up about the need for simple improvements that will make traveling easier and more enjoyable for tourists in Bali’s emerging destinations.  Village tourism leaders in Bali’s increasingly popular Munduk …

Immigration officials have launched a new hotline for concerned citizens to report tourists who have been behaving badly on the island. The move comes as the Director General of Immigration for Indonesia has also launched a new task force dedicated to eliminating disrespectful and illegal behavior by foreigners in the province.  Speaking to reporters at …