There are many different ways to explore Bali. The Island of the Gods catered to every travel style and every travel budget. Tourists are always on the lookout for the next new and exciting way to explore the island, and in the highlands of Kintamani, things are getting interesting. For most tourists, Kintamani is a …
Bali’s new tourism police civil service unit has officially started its patrols. The newly appointed officers will be out and about in Bali’s busiest resorts and at top attractions, ready to help tourists in need and communicate the dos and don’ts of the island. It was revealed earlier this week, much to the excitement of …
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Indonesia will have a general election on the 14th of February, 2024; with the final days of campaigning underway, all eyes are on the three presidential candidates before the country goes to the ballot. The three presidential candidates have been discussing everything from social housing to tourism and economic growth to major infrastructural developments. Anies …
Bali’s new tourism tax will come into effect on the 14th of February, 2024. Officials have been talking about the new tourism levy for months, but as the big launch looms closer, the final details are being revealed. It has now been confirmed once and for all which visitor visa categories will be exempt from …
Bali’s Kuta Beach has long been one of the most popular vacation destinations on the island. The resort is home to some of the biggest hotel complexes and is loved by holidaymakers from around the world. However, their local task forces have been kept busy lately. There are a number of local task forces in …
On the 14th of February, Bali’s new sustainable tourism levy will come into effect. All international tourists arriving on the island will be required to pay an IDR 150,000 fee to contribute to the preservation of the Balinese culture and its natural heritage. The Acting Governor of Bali, Sang Made Mahendra Jaya, has just revealed …
Bali’s Tanjung Benoa is best known for being home to dozens of watersports and outdoor adventure centers. Tourists can hop aboard a banana boat, jet ski, parasail, and more; it’s all good old-fashioned fun in the sun. As the low seasons are well underway, there are pockets of Bali that are way quieter than usual. …
In just a matter of days, the new Bali Tourism Civil Service Police Unit will be deployed out on the island’s streets at busy resort hotspots and popular tourist attractions. The new police unit is tasked with being on hand to support tourists and keep public peace…they will be joined by five very adorable assistants. …
Officials in Bali have been visited by the Australian Consulate General, Jo Stevens, to discuss the future of the Bali-Aussie relationship. It looks like 2024 is going to be another strong year for the special relationship. During a visit to Denpasar Jo Stevens, the Australian Consul General in Bali revealed that 1.3 million Australian citizens …
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Getting married in Bali is a wedding goal for so many couples. The Island of the Gods is the perfect location for a destination wedding, whether a secret elopement or a massive celebration. Typically, hotels, resorts, and private beachfront have been the destinations of choice for Bali’s wedding couples, but one secret location is starting …