Bali is the perfect destination for a classic family beach vacation. Sun, sea, and sand are all in abundance, backed up by incredible accommodation, epic day trips, and world-class dining; Bali is the real deal.  With designations like Seminyak, Canggu, and Uluwatu becoming ever busier and party-orientated, families are on the lookout for destinations that …

As backlash grows against the Indonesian government’s decision to introduce a 40% entertainment tax, the Minister for Tourism and Creative Economies, Sandiaga Uno, has spoken out to dispel any worries industry leaders and Bali tourists may have.  Several high-profile entertainment industry entrepreneurs have spoken out against the government’s decision to introduce a 40% entertainment tax. …

The Head of the Bali Tourism Office has confirmed that the island is taking traveler safety seriously. After news broke that a pair of American tourists were aggressively extorted by their taxi driver, leaders want to ensure everyone feels safe and comfortable.  The Bali Province Tourism Office has confirmed they are organizing a meeting with …

Tourism officials in Buleleng Regency in Bali are committing to improve tourist safety at top attractions in the area. Buleleng Regency sits northwest of the island and is home to top destinations like West Bali National Park, Lovina Beach, and Munduk.  In 2024, the Buleleng Regency Tourism Office is encouraging all Tirta Tourist Attractions (DTW), …

Indonesia is set to make a whopping increase to the country’s entertainment tax. The national entertainment tax will now range from 40-75%, and entertainment businesses in Bali and the tourism sector are unhappy about it.  There are genuine fears that this steep hike in Indonesia’s entertainment tax will negatively impact businesses nationwide. The goods and …

Leaders in Bali have suggested that the groundbreaking for the new Bali Railway Network could start by the end of this month. The Bail Railway Network will eventually comprise of six railway lines and one tram line connecting tourists and residents to all major tourism and business destinations on the island. The Bali Railway Network …

Nusa Penida’s top officials have held a meeting to discuss how best to keep tourists safe at Bali’s most dangerous beach. Kelingking Beach is one of the most famous beaches in the world, but high waves, strong currents, and the precarious cliffside walkway have proven deadly to visitors.  Leaders are deeply concerned about the high …

Bali tourists are reminded once again not to interact with the wild and semi-wild monkeys on the island. The monkeys that reside at the world-famous Sacred Monkey Forest in Ubud, at the Sangeh Monkey Forest, and at Uluwatu Temple are more street-smart than visitors first give them credit for, sometimes with disastrous results. New footage …

Over the New Year’s weekend, Bali saw record-breaking traffic congestion. The situation quickly became dire as hundreds of tourists had no option but to abandon their transfer vehicles and walk along the Mandara Toll Road hard shoulder to get to the airport on time.  Officials in Bali have been clear that this station cannot be …

Bali is a safe and welcoming tourist destination. With millions of tourists visiting the island every year, the crime rate is surprisingly low. Police are always keeping travelers up to date with their latest operations to keep everyone safe and comfortable.  As an island, Bali has very limited public transport facilities. Tourists who are moving …

In 2024 Bali will be promoting sustainable and culturally respectful tourism more than ever. However, the world-famous Ogoh-Ogoh competition and parades part of the Nyepi Festival, also known as the Balinese New Year, has been officially canceled this March.  Balinese New Year, known officially as Nyepi Festival, or the Day of Silence will this year …

Indonesia is weighing up whether to reintroduce visa-free travel for top international tourists. Visa-free travel was formally scrapped in 2023, though the legislation had been on pause since the outbreak of the pandemic.  Currently, tourists from 97 countries are eligible for an Indonesian visa on arrival. This can be applied on arrival at any of …