Bali’s Governor Wayan Koster has spoken to reporters about the conditions of some of Bali’s most popular tourist beaches. In a rare moment of complete candor, Governor Koster told academics and ministers the beaches he feels are the best right now and the coastal resort he feels is ‘dirty’. Speaking during interviews with the Minster …
Communities across Bali are in mourning after the tragic loss of five local tourism workers who were killed in an elevator accident on Friday, 1st September. The staff were in the hotel’s outdoor elevator when a cable snapped, plummeting the elevator to the ground. The tragedy took place at the Ayu Terra Resort in Kedewatan, …
Indonesia’s Director General of Immigration, Silmy Karim, has confirmed the much-anticipated details of the new Golden Visa policy. The new visa category will allow investors, high-wealth individuals, and those wishing to start businesses in Bali and around the country to stay for 5-10 years. Speaking from Jakarta, Director General Silmy Karim outlined the finer details …
Bali’s Uluwatu is home to some of the most mesmerizing sunset spots on the island. The rugged clifftops of Uluwatu offer a spectacular vantage point to watch the sunset over the Indian Ocean. As Uluwatu booms in popularity, Bali lovers are always on the lookout for a sunset spot that is undiscovered. Sitting nestled between …
It has to be said that the cost of just about everything is increasing, and tourism experiences in Bali are no exception. In 2024 one of the island’s leading tourism attractions will be increasing the price of entry tickets. While the increase is nominal for many people, it’s got tourists asking questions about the rising …
Bali’s Penglipuran Village is the most famous village on the island. In fact, many would argue that Penglipuran is the most famous village in all of Indonesia…maybe even in South East Asia. The highly photogenic traditional village welcomes thousands of visitors every day. Community leaders and tourism managers are always on the lookout for ways …
Bali’s Deputy Governor, known mostly by his nickname Cok Ace, has spoken to reporters about how campaign efforts have helped curb bad behavior by tourists on the island. Since the beginning of the year Bali has seen a sharp rise in the number of incudes of tourists breaking the law or disrespecting Balinese culture. Bali’s …
It is a widely acknowledged fact that Bali’s coffee scene is world-class. From baristas pushing the boundaries of quality and finesse to business owners redefining what cafe culture can look like time and time again, coffee lovers can lose themselves in the wonders Bali has to offer. One new and innovative coffee shop in Bali …
Tourists planning their visits to Bali are always on the lookout for the next must-visit destination. As a world-class vacation island, Bali offers something for everyone, whether looking for a busy and bustling coastal resort or a calm and relaxed shoreline retreat, there is truly something for everyone in Bali. For tourists looking for a …
Immigration officials in Bali have revealed new data that shows how many foreigners have been deported from the island so far this year. The news comes as the tourism hotspot commits to cracking down on illegal and culturally disrespectful behavior by foreign visitors on the island. The Bali Regional Office of the Ministry of Law …
It seems that communities across the Island of the Gods are doubling down on their efforts to create unique, memorable, and sustainable tourism experiences. Whether snorkeling in protected ocean waters or hiking from coast to coast, there are dozens of small tourism businesses on the island who are working to offer tourists something a little …
Indonesia’s Minister of Tourism and Creative Economies has celebrated the Indonesian Village Tourism Awards 2023. Of course, Bali provided a number of winners. As the country’s flagship tourism destination, Bali often paves the way for tourism trends around the country. The Indonesian Village Tourism Awards were designed to help drive the tourism economy across the …