It’s an unfortunate fact of life that prices rise but in 2024 the price of a vacation in Bali is going to increase across the board. Not only will the new tourist tax be introduced in February but as of 1st January 2024 one of the island’s most popular temples will be hiking its entry …
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For decades in Bali, there have been calls for tourism to be spread more evenly throughout the island. Tourism businesses and some residents feel that a more even distribution of tourism would bring huge benefits to both tourists and the economy. The conversation has resurfaced once again as the Klungkung Regency Tourism Village Communication Forum …
Bali’s Gates of Heaven Temple, officially known as Lempuyang Temple, is one of the most spiritually significant landmarks on the island and one of the most popular tourist attractions too. Tourists from all over the world queue for up to four hours sometimes just to have their photo taken at the iconic spot. But a …
Bali’s Taro Village is emerging as a must-visit tourist destination. Located just outside of Ubud the quaint tourism village has recently been named amongst the best in the world by the United Nations World Tourism Organisation. At this year’s United National World Tourism Awards, two of Bali’s tourism villages won the prestigious title of best …
Two of Bali’s top tourist attractions are about to become more accessible for visitors. Penglipuran Village is making intensive efforts to improve disability access to the ancient village. Over in Kintamani, a new boardwalk will be constructed to make it safer and easier for tourists to visit the famous Segara Ulun Danu Temple. Penglipuran Village …
As a travel destination, Bali is best known for beach vacations, jungle retreats, and partying in paradise. Top this off with a wealth of arts and culture to explore and there is truly something for everyone. Yet, for many, Bali doesn’t immediately jump out as a destination for history buffs but all that looks like …
Bali’s world-famous Penglipuran Village has been named a winner at the United National World Tourism Organization Awards 2023 again! The village has consistently been named amongst the world’s leading tourism destinations, but as leaders fear over-tourism is on the horizon, can this year’s win help reset the balance? The UNWTO Best Tourism Villages initiative has …
Tourists planning their vacation in Bali frequently note how connecting to nature and the natural world is one of the leading reasons why they want to visit the island. Covered in a tropical jungle, unique agricultural landscapes, and surrounded by azure ocean, getting into nature is an inevitable part of a vacation in Bali. Whether …
Bali is a travel destination that offers something for everyone. From the abundant resorts along the southern coast to the off-the-beaten-path villages of the North West, Bali is an island that remains one of the most in-demand travel destinations in the world. New survey results shared by the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economies reveal …
Bali’s cultural capital of Ubud is an iconic tourist destination, filled to the brim with incredible historical landmarks, world-class cafes, and markets overflowing with trinkets and other goodies to take home. Yet for years, it has been noted by tourists that the town is increasingly difficult to navigate on foot. Bali Police have been working …
Bali’s cafe scene is next level. Home to one of the most innovative cafe scenes in the world, tourists on the Island of the Gods are spoiled for choice when it comes to places to eat. Tourists can sample everything from the finest and freshest vegan fare to lovingly crafted traditional dishes and exceptional fusion …
Bali’s Penglipuran Village is a real pioneer of tourism on the island. The village shot to international fame when it was honored as the Cleanest Village in the World in 2016. Since then, the village has continued to find innovative ways to engage with tourists. Penglipuran Village, in Bangli Regency, is one of the few …