The Sanur Village Festival is returning to Bali from November 7th to 9th and promises to be a celebration of Balinese culture, culinary flair, and community. Sanur is Bali’s oldest tourism resort and has recently been transformed into a Special Economic Zone for Medical Tourism. The local community and tourists in Bali are invited to …
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The rainy season has arrived in Bali, which has become synonymous with more than just wet weather. Every year during the rainy season, tides of ocean waste and river debris wash up on Bali’s most popular tourist beaches. This year, officials are working to get ahead of any potential disasters. Bali Provincial Government Agencies have …
It is truly irresistible to leave Bali without souvenirs. In fact, shopping in Bali is irresistible, full stop. Who has the time, money, or space in their bag to buy trinkets for the folks back home when there is so much to shop for for oneself! Bali’s arts and crafts markets are a real treasure …
Bali is on a mission to build more connections with cities and countries around the world. This week, the Governor of Bali, Wayan Koster, met with the Bulgarian Government to discuss how the two regions can collaborate on building more sustainable tourism and education initiatives. This week, Bali Governor Wayan Koster received a visit from …
It is a really special time of year in Bali. This November, Bali will observe the Galungan and Kuningan festivals. To honour these holy days and celebrate all of the island’s unique heritage, Bali Airport is preparing a special program of events to welcome tourists with a truly cultural and authentic welcome. Celebrations have already …
The Bali Provincial Government has drafted a new law that aims to resolve a long-standing controversy regarding online taxi drivers on the island. Over the last few years, tensions have been rising amongst Balinese and non-Balinese taxi drivers and those using online taxi apps to find passengers and those who operate directly with customers. The …
Demolition work at Uluwatu’s Bingin Beach has been one of the biggest news stories to come out of Bali this year. Although demolition work began in July, the project is still ongoing, and concerns have arisen that debris is being spilled onto the iconic beachfront. Both residents of Bingin Beach, the surrounding community, and tourists …
November is one of the best times to be in Bali as a tourist in 2025. Bali is home to a deeply reverent culture, and worship and devotion are deeply ingrained in all aspects of daily life. This November, Bali will be observing the holy festivals of Galungan and Kuningan, and tourists may already be …
Bali Police are warning tourists to respect the law while driving on the island. Self-driving a moped is one of the most popular, affordable, and flexible ways to explore the province; however, every year, hundreds of tourists end up in the hospital after getting into trouble on Bali’s roads. Bali Police are calling on moped …
Tourists traveling to Bali in the coming months are being warned to prepare for extreme heat. While tourists travel from around the world to enjoy the Bali sunshine, this season could bring heatwaves and even more extreme flooding. The Bali Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency has issued an urgent warning to tourists and the wider …
Leaders in Bali have officially halted the controversial Glass Elevator Project in Nusa Penida. The 182m Glass Elevator is being constructed at the world-famous Kelingking Beach, but leaders are concerned that there could be building violations taking place. Authorities in Bali have formally suspended the construction of the 182m Glass Elevator Project at Kelingking Beach …
Tourists who have been to Bali at least once before know all too intimately the island’s issues with traffic congestion. Some areas are more severely affected than others, with the Bukit Peninsula, particularly around the Uluwatu area, being one of the most consistently congested areas on the island. Over the duration of the electoral term, …