Top authorities in Bali have confirmed that they are targeting visa and permit checks on businesses emptying foreigners or doing business in partnership with foreigners in the island’s most rapidly developing resorts.  The Foreigner Surveillance Team, known as Pora Bali, has confirmed to the press that they are intensifying checks on business in the Seminyak …

Small business owners in Bali’s Kintamani have spoken to reporters about their relief that more tourists are exploring the area. Prior to the pandemic, Kintamani was only just emerging into a fully-fledged tourism destination in its own right, but with the effects of the pandemic, and a slow recovery over the last two years, local …

The authorities in Bali are urging tourists to keep a close eye on their belongings when visiting the island’s most popular beaches. This is because Bali Police have confirmed that there has been a recent rise in the number of tourist robberies at the vacation destination’s busiest resorts.  During the vacation high season, Bali always …

With the south of Bali widely acknowledged to be teetering on the brink of overtourism, Indonesian leaders want to see more investment in sustainable development in the west and north of the province. This is great news for Bali lovers who now have a whole new reign of the island to explore in a whole …

Tourists seeking to explore more of Southeast Asia’s bucket list destinations have a treat in store. The region’s favorite low-cost airline has just announced new flight services that will connect Bali travelers to incredible must-visit destinations.  Leaders in Bali have long been on a mission to help increase connectivity between I Gusti Ngurah Rai International …

International hotel provider RedDoorz has announced that it will develop more affordable hotel accommodations in Bali. The announcement comes as travel trends show that travelers are favoring private villas over hotels for vacation accommodation on the island. The RedDoorz Founder and CEO, Amit Saberwal, spoke to reporters in Bali this week; he said, “We hope …

The Head of Immigration at Ngurah Rai has confirmed that tourists will soon be issued with do’s and don’ts travel advice booklets upon arrival in the province. The initiative was launched back in 2023 but was halted after the Tourism Office chose to promote travel guidelines by alternative means. Suhendra, the Head of Immigration at …

Just as leaders in Bali have confirmed that tourists must brace for increased traffic congestion from September, it has been confirmed that a new underpass is set to be given the go-ahead for construction. One such underpass will run from the Tohpati Intersection in Sanur to the Udayana University Intersection at Jimbaran. Bali’s issues with …

Bali Airport is one of the busiest airports in Indonesia, with over 2.2 million passengers passing through the terminals each month; leaders have been working to make things easier and more efficient for travelers on the go. Indonesian Ministers are also investigating ways to make flights more affordable for both domestic and international travellers. I …

Bali is one of the most family-friendly vacation destinations in the world. With hotels and resorts specifically catering to families and an island-wide culture that celebrates family, children, and togetherness, a family vacation in Bali is a win-win for everyone.  For families seeking a beachside vacation that offers ease, excitement, and, most importantly, affordability, there …

For decades, Bali’s tourism leaders have encouraged tourists to visit new and emerging destinations on the island. With the province managed as nine administrative regencies, it is Badung Regency that has become the most popular with tourists. Home to resorts like Canggu, Seminyak, and Uluwatu, leaders want to make it easier for tourists to explore …

In July, Bali saw not one but two helicopters become seriously tangled in kite strings during scenic tourist flights over the island. One helicopter crash landed close to Suluban Beach, and while there were no reported injuries, the situation could easily have ended in tragedy. Indonesia’s Tourism Minister has confirmed he will create new regulations …