Bali is busy this high season! With some of the island’s hotels boasting 70-80% occupancy, last-minute travelers have a huge opportunity to snap up some epic deals. As top hotels want to lock in as close to 100% occupancy as possible, and lesser-known hotels want in on the action too, last-minute deals will be flying …

In January this year, the Indonesian Minister for Tourism and Creative Economies confirmed that he would press for changes to legislation that would return visa-free travel for the country’s twenty most frequent international arrivals. For years, tourists, travelers, and holidaymakers from Australia, New Zealand, most European nations, and the U.S.A. could visit iconic Indonesian destinations …

Nusa Dua, in the south of Bali, is the island’s most luxurious resort area and is home to the highest concentration of five start holidays anywhere in the province. Now, managers have confirmed that they are leveling up services for luxury-loving guests with a complimentary shuttle service that is also helping the environment.  As part …

The Denpasar City Tourism Office has announced that it wants to introduce more homestay experiences in the region. As part of a collective effort to promote more culturally respectful and sustainable tourism all around Bali, leaders are seeking simple yet impactful ways to ensure local communities benefit from tourism and tourists have access to unique …

Tourists in Bali seeking to try a cultural and unique activity should look no further than traditional Balinese egg painting. Yes, you read that right! Tourists in Bali have been raving about egg painting, and the workshops have enabled traditional artisans to share their incredible skills with the world. There are plenty of different kinds …

Bali’s I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport has revealed official figures on the number of travelers who have passed through the airport so far this year. In the first six months of 2024, Bali Airport has proven that it is on track to smash annual tourism targets by December.  Official figures show that between January …

The Directorate General of Immigration for Indonesia has released new figures for the number of immigration violations and deportations the country has carried out so far this year. The figures make for interesting reading. Despite the reported rise in the number of foreigners behaving badly in Bali, the province has not deported the most foreigners.  …

A series of major renovation works are underway at the popular beach resort of Jimbaran in South Bali. The beach is famous with Bali lovers around the world for being home to some of the finest locally run seafood restaurants on the island.  Over the last few years, Jimbaran has often been overlooked by tourists …

With most visitors to Bali staying just 3-5 days, there is a lot to see in a short amount of time. While many tourists stay a little longer, the average long-haul vacation is still only 10-14 days long. This is only enough time to scratch the surface of this incredible island. Being time savvy is …

The Indonesian Government has confirmed that it is taking steps to reduce the cost of flights in and out of the country, including for tourism hotspots like Bali. The Minister for Investment and Maritime Affairs, Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan, has told the press that he is preparing aviation efficiency measures to reduce flight costs.  In a …

You only have to ask someone who has visited Bali or yourself about how incredible the island is as a travel destination. Steeped in culture and history and with plenty to explore, Bali is as charming and exciting of a travel destination in 2024 as it was when holidaymakers first started visiting the island over …

Top officials in Bali have confirmed that they will fund a second ferry and fast boat port in the bustling resort of Sanur to help boost connectivity options for Nusa Penida and beyond. The boat crossing between Sanur and Nusa Penida is one of the busiest waterway routes for tourists in Indonesia, and it is …