Bali Airport is one of the busiest airports in Indonesia. As the island is in the midst of the tourist high season, officials have announced that they are committed to ensuring travelers have a smooth journey through I Gusti Ngurah Rai International.  Officials from Bali Airport have spoken to the media about their commitment to …

Earlier this month, Bali’s Governor Wayan Koster announced that he will be introducing a mandatory tourism tax in 2024. The announcement triggered a huge response from Bali lovers and tourism stakeholders. Now the Governor has revealed more details about his plans.  Speaking from Denpasar on Thursday, 20th July, Governor Wayan Koster announced that the new …

Indonesia’s Director General of Immigration, Silmy Karim, visited Bali this week. The Head of the Immigration Office shared his insights on the ongoing situation regarding badly behaved tourists on the island. Speaking to reporters, Karim stressed how important it is for all parties to continue to work together to promote high-quality tourism and attract well-behaved …

Tourism leaders in North Bali have announced some huge changes to the way they will be operating one of the island’s fasting growing tourist attractions. Dolphins watching off the northern coast of Bali has fast become a bucket list essential for travelers, but there are a few things to know before saying yes to the …

Bali’s Governor Wayan Koster has recently confirmed that his government will be proceeding with bringing a mandatory tourism tax into provincial law. The move has triggered a mixed bag of feelings in Bali lovers, but tourists are being assured that tax spending will be transparent.  On the 12th of July, Bali’s Governor Wayan Koster announced …

Bali is one of the most family-friendly tourist destinations in the world. Perfect for children of all ages, the Island of the Gods is one of the most exciting and engaging vacations for any young family. There are, however, some precautions that must be taken, especially for children. As has sadly become an annual warning …

Officials have confirmed that the new Bali International Hospital is on track to open in April 2024. The new state-of-the-art hospital complex is under construction in Sanur. Officials are excited to be able to offer world-class private healthcare and establish more medical tourism on the island.  The Bali International Hospital is one of the biggest …

Last week Bali’s Governor Wayan Koster announced that he will be introducing a tourism tax in 2024. In a move that has been on the cards for a while, the provincial government has formally begun the process of creating the legislative changes necessary to implement a tourist tax. But some people aren’t too happy about …

Police in Bali have disclosed the details of the sheer volume of reports they are receiving about the behavior of some tourists on the island. The news comes as officials on the Island of the Gods are cracking down on lawless and disrespectful behavior by foreigners on holiday.  Speaking at a press conference in Denpasar, …

One of Bali’s most popular temples has launched a new activity for visitors. Uluwatu Temple is one of the most famous temples on the island and is popular with tourists who want to admire the stunning view of the Indian Ocean and also interact with wild monkeys. There are dozens of opportunities to observe wild …

The first headline speakers have been announced for the critically acclaimed Ubud Writers and Readers Festival 2023. The Literary Festival is celebrating its 20th birthday this year, and organizers have raised the bar once again when it comes to the exceptional individuals who will be making an appearance. Ubud Writers and Readers Festival is one …

Bali’s most iconic beach club, Finns Beach Club in the heart of Canggu, has an awesome lineup of events on the way. Easily one of the most popular venues in Bali, Finns Beach Club will be celebrating its 7th anniversary in August. Finns Beach Club is one of the biggest and best entertainment venues in …