Ubud is one of the world’s most in-demand travel destinations. Home to luxury jungle resorts and villas, it offers guests indulgent nature retreats in and around Bali’s arts and culture capital. The international hotel group Marriott is introducing a new property to its Autograph Collection Portfolio, the Cicada Resort Ubud.  Located in Sebatu Village, surrounded …

Since Director General Silmy Karim was appointed to his post in 2023, the Indonesian Immigration Office has been on a mission to level up its services for both Indonesian citizens and foreigners. From new visa categories to improved online services and now even more efficient communication, it is clear that Karim is sticking to his …

Travel trends in Bali are forever in flux; what is trending one minute is already old news by the time tourists book their next trip. However, the latest travel data revealed a sustained new direction for Bali lovers: the preference for private villas over hotels as an accommodation option on the island.  The Chairman of …

Bali is committed to working with its provincial neighbors to promote a more rich and varied tourist experience. As part of a new collaboration, the provinces of Bali, West Nusa Tenggara, and East Nusa Tenggara will come together to promote ‘Bali Nusra’ as a region for incredible travel adventures.  The commitment was formed in a …

Yes, you read that correctly! There are plans on the table to develop a casino in Buleleng Regency in Bali. For those unsure as to why this is such shocking news, let us explain…gambling in pretty much all forms is illegal in Indonesia.  The Chair of the BPC HIPMI, Putu Bayu Mandayana, has responded to …

A review of the prospect of a new beach club in the heart of Bali’s Sanur is underway. The popular coastal retreat has undergone huge transportation over the last few years into a special economic zone for health and tourism. However, for many local communities, leaders, and seasoned Bali lovers, the idea of a big …

Hotel managers, guesthouse owners, and villa hosts in Bali have been called on to urgently review health and safety standards at their properties. The calls came after two major fires devastated three hotels in busy resort areas in just two weeks. While there were no reported casualties in either instance, the fires have decimated buildings …

Leaders in Bali have confirmed that they are waiting for approval from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to permit the opening of a new Russian Consulate General in the province. Russia already has an embassy in Jakarta, but a Consulate General and their office would serve commercial affairs and support citizens in conducting immigration-related processes …

Coral reefs are amongst the most endangered ecosystems in the world. With sea temperatures rising, the fragile coral reef ecosystems of the tropics are at risk of bleaching, dying, and degradation. As marine and adventure tourism accounts for so much of Bali’s tourism industry’s offerings, and as the ocean is a huge contributor to local …

Real Bali lovers are always on the lookout for destinations that are crowd-free and offer up a level of authenticity, a real travel experience. But what does a real travel experience in Bali look like in 2024? We think it looks like exploring parts of the island that have been almost untouched by tourism. Bali …

Bali’s GWK Cultural Park is getting the recognition it deserves as a top tourist attraction in Bali this high season. For many years the GWK Cultural Park was a a must-visit for domestic tourists, and now the cultural hub has really caught the attention of international tourists. The GWK Cultural Park can be found in …

The Regent of Badung, who is the leader in charge of Bali’s biggest tourism resorts, including Canggu, Seminyak, Uluwatu, Kuta, and Nusa Dua, has issued more information regarding the construction of the South Bali Ring Road and his plans to develop a sea toll route to help alleviate tourism traffic in the region. Regent I …