New data revealed by the Central Statistics Agency for Indonesia has confirmed that the number of visitors to the island dramatically increased in April. The Central Statistics Agency is able to release travel data with a one-month lag, and figures always make for interesting reading.  Data shows that over half a million tourists visited Bali …

On Friday, 16th May, the iconic limestone cliff at Pemutih Pecatu Beach crumbled on the beach and shoreline of the Bukit Peninsula after a construction landslide at the new Amali Luxury Residence, a project by the Mirah Development Group.  While initial investigations found that there were no licensing issues at play, political leaders in Bali …

Once upon a time, tourists and travelers heading to Bali had to make their way around the island armed only with a hand-me-down copy of Lonely Planet and perhaps a scrap of paper with the names of a few places they must visit. Nowadays Bali is one of the most digitally well connected regions of …

Bali is a constantly evolving travel destination. Whether it is a new hotel, cafe, rice paddies experience, workshop, cultural immersion, or whole new travel destination, the Island of the Gods’ tourism offering is growing at lightning speed whether Bali lovers like it or not! Looking at travel trends there are four distinct areas that we …

Bali’s food scene is seriously at the next level; whether you are vegan, vegetarian, or omnivore, there is delectable food to be found every hour of the day in Bali. For veggie and vegan travellers sometime navigating menus written in a foreign language can be a bit of a nightmare, not to mention that many …

The Indonesian Minister for Tourism and Creative Economies has spoken to the press about the importance of Gen Z tourists in developing the country’s travel sector, especially in iconic destinations like Bali. Minister Uno said that the interests of both domestic and international Gen Z travelers must be taken into consideration.  Minister Uno told reporters …

As the high season is about to get underway in Bali, the Indonesian Tourism Board, Wonderful Indonesia, has issued new guidance for tourists to help promote cultural respect and ensure that everyone feels safe and comfortable during a trip to the Island of the Gods.  Wonderful Indonesia, as the national tourism board, is responsible for …

Construction is set to resume on one of Bali’s biggest infrastructure projects this month. Development teams have been given the go-ahead to recommence work on the long-awaited Gilimanuk-Medewi Toll Road, which will connect the heart of the island to the far west.  In June 2024, further land acquisition processes will be allowed to be continued …

Young Balinese academics and entrepreneurs are calling on the authorities to do more to protect the islands cultural and natural heritage against rampant tourism development. The calls have been echoed by many tourism leader, political figures and Bali lovers who feel that they are watching the island’s fragile cultural identity and ecosystems disappear before their …

Ubud Food Festival 2024 is officially underway this weekend. The festival, held in the heart of Ubud, will run from the 31st of May to the 2nd of June and will bring together some of the world’s greatest food enthusiasts and culinary experts for an unforgettable weekend full of feasts and festivities. The Ubud Food …

The Central Statistics Agency for Indonesia has released new data focused on the spending habits of international tourists in 2023. The data shows that the highest-spending tourists hail from Europe, as the Island of the Gods was also named a top travel destination for European tourists in 2024.  Data revealed by the Central Statistics Agency …

Bali’s fascinating farming system has been recognized by UNSECO as an essential aspect of human culture that must be preserved for generations to come. While going on a farm tour may not immediately jump out as a must-do activity on an island vacation, visiting Bali’s world-famous rice terraces is, in fact, one of the most …