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Bali’s Kuta Beach is the island’s original resort destination. The coastal getaway is home to everything holidaymakers could want and need from a classic beach vacation. From affordable hotels to buzzing nightlife, vibrant markets and shopping streets, and great places to eat, it’s easy to see why Kuta is a firm favorite of returning Bali …

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Nusa Penida is one of the most beautiful islands in Indonesia. Situated in the province of Bali, the outlying island is home to endangered wildlife like turtles, manta rays, and even critically endangered birds like the Bali Starling. The island has a wealth of natural beauty to preserve, and leaders are taking their role in …

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The island of Bali is held in high regard by many for its verdant nature and tranquil crystal-clear coastlines. While this may be an accurate image of the island most of the time, the sad reality is that the impacts of climate change and rising pollution levels are becoming increasingly obvious in Bali.  Late last …

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It is widely acknowledged that Bali has a problem with waste management. While the Island is synonymous with pristine white sandy beaches, verdant tropical jungle, and crystal clear caldera lakes, the reality is that the island is struggling to protect these ecosystems from the influence of plastic pollution. Leaders and communities across Bali, as well …

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Bali may be known as one of the most beautiful travel destinations in the world, but the island has also hit the headlines over the last few years for other reasons. Bali’s issues with waste management and ocean plastic are well documented; as huge efforts are underway to make positive changes, the size of the …

Read More about Bali’s Mounting Trash Problem Is Piling Up In More Ways Than One

Earlier this month, developers revealed that they will be building a 182m glass elevator and viewing platforms on the cliffs above Kelingking Beach on Nusa Penida. The ambitious project will be the first of its kind anywhere in the world. The project has not been well received by everyone. Many people are highly concerned about …

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Earlier this month, the Governor of Bali, Wayan Koster, announced that he will be introducing a new tourism tax in 2024. The tax will be used to protect and promote Balinese culture and the environment, though the Governor has not yet given a specific breakdown of proposed spending. Now government officials are sharing their views …

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Officials at Bali’s most famous monkey forests are working hard to ensure that both visitors and wildlife are protected as the island tackles a rabies outbreak. Teams at Ubud Sacred Monkey Forest and at Sangeh Monkey Forest are working to sterilize and vaccinate the monkeys in order to control the population and protect them against …

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Officials in Bali have defended the decision to introduce a ‘retribution fee’ for tourists wishing to go snorkeling and scuba diving in the Nusa Penida Marine Protection Area. The new fee, which was introduced over the weekend, has been met with backlash online and on the islands by tour operators.  Many tour operators have claimed …

Read More about Bali Officials Defend Adding Snorkeling And Diving Fee In Nusa Penida

Tourists in Bali’s Nusa Penida who had booked a bucket-list snorkeling and diving trip this weekend received a shock as they boarded their boats. New rules brought into place overnight meant that tourists were charged new fees for their diving trips. The news has sparked a heated debate online.  Leaders responsible for marine conservation in …

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Leaders in Bali are working to raise awareness of the importance of healthy and sustainable lifestyles. Ibu Putri Suastini Koster, the wife of the Governor of Bali, Wayan Koster, is calling on the Balinese people to return to the traditional values of food and food production. This shift towards more organic food production on the …

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Bali’s outlying island of Nusa Penida is facing a clear water crisis. The island, located just off the southern coast of Bali, is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the province. While local leaders have pledged to improve infrastructure on the island, including water management, the authorities are calling on the provincial government …

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