Indonesia’s Minster for Tourism and Creative Economies, Sandiaga Uno, has issued statements calling for Bali to start mitigating against the risks of overtourism. Bali is the most famous travel destination in Indonesia and is considered to be the country’s flagship tourism offering. Welcoming over 6 million international tourists a year before the pandemic, the island …
Development
As Bali works to build a tourism model that is both culturally dignified and sustainable, key political figures in Indonesia are raising concerns about the level of development on the island. As investment in tourism infrastructure continues to boom, Indonesia’s fifth president Megawati Soekarnoputri voiced her concerns about current trends. During a seminar on the …
Bali’s Governor Koster recently announced a ban on all activities on the island’s twenty-two mountains in all but a very specific and limited set of circumstances. The announcement triggered serious concerns among local residents, tour guides, and tourists. But as construction work remains underway to improve hiking conditions on the mountains, questions are being raised …
Boasting pristine sandy beaches and truly breathtaking clifftop vistas, Uluwatu is fast becoming one of the most highly sought-after destinations on the island. As popularity soars, so does the development of tourism infrastructure. A new apartment complex that is under construction in the area is triggering mixed feelings amongst Bali lovers. The Cube Apartment complex …
Bali’s classic beach resort destination of Kuta is experiencing a resurgence in popularity. Over the last week, Kuta Beach has seen a growing number of tourists visit to relax and unwind in the sun. Officials from the Kuta Beach Task Force have shared their observations of tourism in Kuta with reporters. I Made Oka explained, …
Bali may be a destination synonymous with sun, sea, and sand, but the island is looking to diversify and expand its tourism offerings. One way leaders are making this happen is with huge investments in the medical tourism sector. While it is niche, the market is worth hundreds of millions of dollars, and Bali is …
The Governor of Bali, Wayan Koster, has confirmed that plans are moving forward with the Paramount theme park that was given the go-ahead last year. The new theme park will be built in West Bali and is set to be ‘no less cool than Disneyland’. The project, overseen by Paramount Pictures, the US-based film studio, …
Officials in Bali have confirmed that the new Sanur Special Economic Zone, which will become home to a world-class international hospital, is on track for completion by the end of 2023. Officials are clear that the new medical facilities will be operational in early 2024. The new Sanur Special Economic Zone is set to become …
The future of tourism in Bali looks bright as the island celebrates its two newly appointed ambassadors. During a dazzling ceremony on Sunday, 12th February, Ketut Wahyu Tamaja, 20, and Dinda Audreya Azhari Barenns, 22, were elected as Bali Tourism Ambassadors 2023. The duo is now in the running to become Indonesian Tourism Ambassadors for …
Local leaders in Bali are excited that Kuta’s new skatepark will create new opportunities in the community. The new beachside skatepark is the first of its kind in Bali and comes as part of a redevelopment of Samigita Beach, the stretch of coastline that runs from Kuta through Legian down to Seminyak Beach. The Chairman …
One of the leading academics in Bali has pledged support to the island’s village tourism programs. Prof. Dr. I Gede Astra Wesnawa M.Si has told reporters of his support for community-based tourism initiatives on the Island of the Gods and will facilitate collaborations between the academic sector, government, and tourism stakeholders. Prof. Dr. Wesnawa told …
Bali’s Pantai Jerman was surprisingly busy this weekend. As the island heads deeper into low season, many of the island’s most popular beaches are steadily becoming less crowded. This was not the case for Pantai Jerman in South Kuta, which was buzzing with tourists over the weekend. Though heavy downpours caused flash flooding in many …