Tourists could return to Bali year after year and still struggle to visit all of the waterfalls on the island. From the ridge to the reef, there are thousands of waterfalls, big, small, famous and secret, dotted around every corner. The team behind one community-managed waterfall in Ginayar Regency is working to put the natural …
Attractions
Bali is welcoming a new attraction to the block. The freshly renovated New Kuta Green Park is bringing affordable family fun in the sun in South Kuta. Once upon a time, the New Kuta Green Park was known as Dreamland Water Park before it became too run down. The newly renovated and improved New Kuta …
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 …
It looks like 2024 is the year that Bali tourists get off the beaten track. Travel data shows that more tourists are visiting the stunning Kertha Gosa Palace in Karangasem Regency, and this is great news for travelers and the region. East Bali is one of the less visited areas of the island. Best known …
Bali is experiencing a lot of bad weather this week. Tourists and locals are warned to be aware of lightning storms, potential flooding, and landslides. Disaster has already struck at one major tourist landmark. A landslide has washed away the parking lot at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Jatiluwih. The iconic rice terraces in …
As it is the height of the rainy season right now, with more rains falling over the weekend and into the beginning of this week, parts of the island are really feeling the impacts of the weather. The rainy season is also known to bring tides of ocean plastic to Bali’s shores. It may come …
For decades, Bali has been seen by many as an affordable travel destination. As the launchpad for thousands of backpacking adventures and budget-friendly family vacations, tourists have always appreciated value for money in Bali. Yet, in 2024, it seems that all this is changing and fast. Another of Bali’s leading landmarks has announced that it …
It has to be said that as a destination, Bali is becoming more expensive. In 2024, several of the island’s biggest attractions are raising their prices, including iconic cultural landmarks and spiritual destinations. Leaders at Lempuyang Temple, more popularly known to tourists as the Gates of Heaven Temple, will be increasing entry prices in 2024. …
For anyone interested in travel trends, Bali is one of the top global destinations to watch. The Island of the Gods is always ahead of the curve when it comes to emerging travel trends, and 2024 is set to be no exception. Travel experts are predicting that educational tourism will be a big trend in …
Bali lovers are always on the lookout for the next hidden gem or trending destination on the island. It looks like a top contender is already in the mix for 2024, and that is none other than Gunung Payung Beach in Kutuh Village. Tucked away on the southeastern tip of the Bukit Peninsula, Gunung Payung …
As an island, Bali is home to a wealth of art and culture. For most tourists, a two-week vacation gives enough time for rest, relaxation, a touch of adventure, a few good parties, and a little introduction to the cultural wonders of the island. For those looking for a deeper dive, there is a very …
For years there have been tensions between online taxi service providers and local taxi groups in Bali. While leading transportation officials in Indonesia insist that online taxis are legal in the country, many communities have established localized systems to help ensure local drivers don’t miss out on business. Local drivers and the management team at …