As Bali stands firm as Indonesia’s leading tourist destination, data reveals that I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport was the busiest airport for the state-owned enterprise Angkasa Pura I for the first half of 2023. I Gusti Ngurah Rai International is the only commercial airport in Bali and has served over 9 million passenger movements …

Although we’re only just arriving in August, beach clubs in Bali already have their sights firmly set on the next big party season. New Year’s Eve seems like it comes around quicker and quicker every year, and so Bali’s most iconic beach club has already announced the headline act for their famous NYE bash. Finns …

Did you know that the most sustainable water park in the world can be found in Bali? Waterbom is the best theme park on the island, and things are about to get bigger and better than ever before in the ever-popular resort of Kuta. Waterbom is preparing to open a whole new adventure garden at …

Bali’s arts and cultural capital Ubud is one of the most popular tourist destinations on the island. A bustling wonderland of temples, traditional markets, incredible cafes, and gorgeous boutique hotels, Ubud is an essential bucket list destination. The high season is in full swing in Bali. The island is busy and bustling, and tourists from …

Bali’s outlying island of Nusa Penida is one of the most in-demand travel destinations right now. The stunning remote island is soaring in popularity, so much so that visit numbers have surpassed tourism targets. But, with such high demand, there are some operational issues that need to be improved for tourists. Nusa Penida can be …

Earlier this month, developers revealed that they will be building a 182m glass elevator and viewing platforms on the cliffs above Kelingking Beach on Nusa Penida. The ambitious project will be the first of its kind anywhere in the world. The project has not been well received by everyone. Many people are highly concerned about …

Officials in Bali have confirmed that construction will begin on the new Paramount Theme Park in August. The project has been in the pipeline for years, but now officials have been able to reveal a few more details about what is set to become the largest theme park in Bali.  Construction on the long-awaited Paramount …

Bali is preparing for the auspicious Galungan and Kuningan festivals which will take place from 2nd August until 12th August. The festivals are of huge cultural and spiritual significance to Balinese Hindus. During the next couple of weeks, tourists must be aware that there will be some changes to some tourist activities in order to …

Bali is currently hosting the International Tourism Investment Forum in the super luxurious resort of Nusa Dua. The conference is an opportunity for business leaders and the government to come together to discuss the future of tourism in Bali. These decision-makers are putting the needs and wants of tourists front and center in this new …

Bali is home to thousands of Balinese Hindu temples. Each is beautiful and unique in its own way; some are more famous than others. Bali’s Penataran Agung Lempuyang Temple is best known in English as the Gateway to Heaven temple, offering breathtaking views over sacred Mount Agung.  The Penataran Agung Lempuyang Temple has become a …

Earlier this month, the Governor of Bali, Wayan Koster, announced that he will be introducing a new tourism tax in 2024. The tax will be used to protect and promote Balinese culture and the environment, though the Governor has not yet given a specific breakdown of proposed spending. Now government officials are sharing their views …

Bali is a busy place to be right now. The island is in the middle of the high tourist season, and all of the island’s most popular attractions welcome thousands of visitors every day. One iconic destination is seeing a huge surge in visitor numbers which has caused some issues with traffic and parking.  The …