Police in Bali have made a series of arrests in the popular resort of Kuta. Although Bali is one of the safest destinations for travel, during the high seasons, there is always a small spike in crimes against tourists. Thankfully, the police have just made the streets safer. Kuta Police have arrested four men in …
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Tourism in Bali is booming right now, and rightly so. The Island of the Gods is a blissful destination to visit and has more than earned its place as one of the world’s leading travel destinations. However, with increasing visitor numbers, the island has seen a sharp rise in the number of misbehaving tourists. So …
Bali’s arts and cultural capital Ubud is one of the most popular tourist destinations on the island. A bustling wonderland of temples, traditional markets, incredible cafes, and gorgeous boutique hotels, Ubud is an essential bucket list destination. The high season is in full swing in Bali. The island is busy and bustling, and tourists from …
Bali’s outlying island of Nusa Penida is one of the most in-demand travel destinations right now. The stunning remote island is soaring in popularity, so much so that visit numbers have surpassed tourism targets. But, with such high demand, there are some operational issues that need to be improved for tourists. Nusa Penida can be …
Bali is preparing for the auspicious Galungan and Kuningan festivals which will take place from 2nd August until 12th August. The festivals are of huge cultural and spiritual significance to Balinese Hindus. During the next couple of weeks, tourists must be aware that there will be some changes to some tourist activities in order to …
Bali is currently hosting the International Tourism Investment Forum in the super luxurious resort of Nusa Dua. The conference is an opportunity for business leaders and the government to come together to discuss the future of tourism in Bali. These decision-makers are putting the needs and wants of tourists front and center in this new …
Bali is home to thousands of Balinese Hindu temples. Each is beautiful and unique in its own way; some are more famous than others. Bali’s Penataran Agung Lempuyang Temple is best known in English as the Gateway to Heaven temple, offering breathtaking views over sacred Mount Agung. The Penataran Agung Lempuyang Temple has become a …
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 …
Bai’s Governor Wayan Koster has recently announced a new tourism tax that is set to be introduced in mid-2024. The news has triggered a mixed reaction from politicians, local leaders, and tourists. The Indonesian Minister for Maritime Affairs and Investment has shared how he wants to see the tax revenue spent. Indonesia’s Coordinating Minister for …
Bali is known as one of the most picturesque and luxurious travel destinations in the world. Famous as it may be for its incredible culture and 5-star hospitality, officials are concerned that the amount of low-spending tourists are beginning to tarnish the island’s international reputation. It is well known that Bali is a destination that …
Immigration officials in Bali are looking into ways in which they can crack down on the apparent rise in badly behaved foreigners on the island. In the last few days, officials have announced the launch of a new hotline for concerned citizens to report incidences of violations by tourists. Officials want complaints to be followed …
Officials in Bali have taken the strategy on how to deal with unruly tourists on the island to the next level. Indonesia’s Director General of Immigration has announced the formation of a new task force that will be dedicated to cracking down on badly-behaved tourists on the island. Indonesia’s Director General of Immigration, Silmy Karim, …