Bali is loved by many as a travel destination for its welcoming hospitality, stunning landscapes, and truly unique culture. While the cultural nuances of the island can take a lifetime for an outsider to truly understand, there are many aspects of the way of life on the island that visitors are expected to respect. There …
Culture
Ubud has long been considered by international travelers as the cultural capital of Bali. Ubud was once a quiet, traditional market town, home to some of the island’s finest artists and artisans. Nowadays, Ubud is a busy and bustling tourism hotspot, but the cultural significance of the town still reigns strong. ARMA Museum and Resort …
Made famous around the world by the film Eat, Pray, Love, the deeply reverential Balinese purification ceremony is one of the few Balinese Hindu rituals that foreigners can take part in at any time. The Melukat ceremony, the Balinese Hindu water purification ceremony, is a ritual performed to help one self-clean, both spiritually and physically. …
BaliSpirit Festival is off to a flying start, spirits are high and smiles are abounding. The most magical and transformative festival in Bali is happening at The Yoga Barn from 4th-7th May, and as day two draws to a close, the festival is in full flow! The 14th BaliSpirit Festival was formally opened with a …
Ubud is perhaps one of the most photographed and iconic travel destinations anywhere in the world. Whether it be photos of the stunning temples or the famous Campuhan Ridge Walk, there are many recognizable vistas in Ubud. There is one temple view, however, that is more famous than any other. And that is the view …
Following the news of yet another arrest of foreigners in Bali for disrespecting a sacred site, one Balinese professor has spoken to the press about how and why tourists should dress appropriately at temples and other holy sites. A group of Russian tourists was recently arrested at Pengubengan Besakih Temple for not dressing appropriately at …
The events calendar in Bali in 2023 is getting bigger and better than ever before. From world-class musical artists to internationally renowned yoga festivals, there is so much happening on the island this year. The art community in Bali is excited to announce the arrival of the first-ever street art festival on the island. The …
Think you know the do’s and don’ts of how to behave in Bali? Over the last few weeks, there has been increasing public dialogue around the topic of ‘bad bules’ (naughty foreigners) on the Island of the Gods. So, officials have created social media content to make it abundantly clear for everyone. Officials in Bali …
Following a series of high-profile cases of bad behavior from tourists in Bali, officials on the island are taking a stand. In recent weeks the Governor of Bali, Wayan Koster, announced a crackdown on badly behaved tourists, including deploying a specialist task force. Now, officials have confirmed they are creating a special guidebook for all …
Bali has long been considered the destination of choice for travelers looking for the chance to relax and unwind. In fact, Tourism Minster Sanidaga Uno wants to promote the island as a destination for ‘serenity, spirituality and sustainability’ for which tens of thousands of travelers are heading to the island to experience. A study conducted …
In recent weeks there has been an explosion of opinion, outrage, and action against ‘naughty’ foreigners in Bali. From deportations to restorative justice meetings to fines for bad driving, some have observed that the island has become a hostile place for tourists. In reality, hostility is mostly a symptom of online dialogue. Local leaders have …
A small minority of tourists in Bali have been getting a heap of bad press in the last few weeks. And with good reason. Following instruction from Bali’s Governor, Wayan Koster, authorities have doubled down on taking action against ‘bad bules’. This has included cracking down on foreigners breaking the conditions of their visas, driving …