BaliSpirit Festival is off to a flying start, spirits are high and smiles are abounding. The most magical and transformative festival in Bali is happening at The Yoga Barn from 4th-7th May, and as day two draws to a close, the festival is in full flow! The 14th BaliSpirit Festival was formally opened with a …
Ubud is perhaps one of the most photographed and iconic travel destinations anywhere in the world. Whether it be photos of the stunning temples or the famous Campuhan Ridge Walk, there are many recognizable vistas in Ubud. There is one temple view, however, that is more famous than any other. And that is the view …
Following the news of yet another arrest of foreigners in Bali for disrespecting a sacred site, one Balinese professor has spoken to the press about how and why tourists should dress appropriately at temples and other holy sites. A group of Russian tourists was recently arrested at Pengubengan Besakih Temple for not dressing appropriately at …
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) …
The internet, especially social media, has played an enormous role in ensuring that Bali remains one of the world’s leading travel destinations. When it comes to seeking travel inspiration online, travelers have to exercise a certain level of discernment. All may not always be as it seems. But in Bali, the ever-trending bamboo houses are …
The west of Bali is often overlooked by tourists. Often deemed to be too far out of the way or simply a place with not a lot going on, tourists and travelers have long been drawn in by the charms of central southern Bali. But head along the coast, west of Canggu by about 70km, …
Canggu is easily Bali’s most popular tourist destination right now. The surf town has become a hub of innovation, whether that be through the development of new cafes and restaurants, new beach clubs, new boutique clothing stores, or now a new creative workshop that everyone is falling in love with. Seven Senses Lab is a …
As far as destinations to have fun in the sun go, it doesn’t get much more enthralling than a trip to Tanjung Benoa in Bali. This beach is hands down the most fun place in Bali to spend a few days. Home to the island’s watersports hub, this is the place to go if you’re …
Bali’s northernmost regency, Buleleng, is becoming increasingly popular with tourists. While we may think of the health crisis as being a distant memory now, the impacts of the lockdown are still being felt across Bali’s tourism sector. Buleleng Regency was one of the areas of Bali that were slower to bounce back from the devastation …
As the high season in Bali approaches, the island braces for a new influx of tourism arrivals and increased traffic on the roads. In the island’s current most popular beachside destination, Canggu, the community and leading businesses have come together to trial a new shuttle service that they hope will reduce congestion. The Tibubeneng Village …
Bali’s Nusa Dua is a coastal resort destination famous for its pristine white sandy beaches and luxurious hotels. This is really only the tip of the iceberg of what the area has to offer tourists. Nusa Dua has a thriving culinary scene that is leaving travelers increasingly impressed. The Koral Restaurant at Apurva Kempinski is …
Bali will welcome the return of the Suara Festival this month. The festival, hosted in Tabanan, is a celebration of music, culture, art, and entertainment. The two-day event will be held on the 13th and 14th of May. The Suara festival has a clear mission. Organizers say Suara’s “mission is to celebrate this annual and …