Leaders in Bali’s Canggu have committed to making the neighborhood feel more neat and tidy. Over the last ten years, Canggu has undergone a massive surge of development, which has meant that some infrastructural elements of the community have become messy. You’ve guessed it—we’re talking about the cable situation. The Regent of Badung, Wayan Adi …
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For over a decade, the most frequent international arrivals in Bali have been Australian holidaymakers. With the special relationship set to endure for many more years to come, Australian leaders have met with Balinese authorities to recommit to nourishing the longstanding collaboration, with a special focus on tourism. The Bali Provincial Government and the Australian …
Bali’s OG tourism resort, Sanur, has undergone a serious transformation over the last fifty years, especially in the last year. Sanur is about to become one of Asia’s leading medical tourism destinations and is set to welcome tens of thousands more tourists every year. To help tackle the inevitable rise in traffic congestion that will …
Better weather is on the way…in theory! As Bali is seeing out the end of the monsoon seasons and will be welcoming in drier days, but as the seasons change, conditions can be unpredictable at best. Officials from the Bali Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency have spoke to reporters about the risk of extreme weather …
As Governor Koster starts his second term in office, he will outline his vision for the next five years. As the Governor of Bali, he will oversee a series of enormous development projects that will impact both local communities and tourists over the next few years. Speaking to the media on Wednesday 12th March, Governor …
Tourists in Bali’s Ubud are being warned to watch their steps as they walk around the island’s arts and culture capital. A huge section of the sidewalk on the popular street of Jalan Raya Kedewatan has crumbled, making it impossible to walk through safely. The section of sidewalk in question can be found by the …
Just over a year has passed since Bali introduced its Tourism Tax Levy. The mandatory tourism tax requires all international visitors to pay an IDR 150,000 contribution to protect Balinese culture and nature and help level up tourism infrastructure, but 13 months in, not only are tourists not paying, they’re also not seeing the benefits …
Tourists and travelers who will be in Bali on the 29th of March are reminded that all travel will be forbidden for 24 hours as the island falls silent to observe Nyepi Day. Also known as the Balinese Day of Silence, Nyepi is the most sacred festival for Balinese Hindus and all those on the …
Readers of DestinAsian magazine have voted Bali the Best Island for Travel in 2025. The magazine, popular with English-speaking readers across the continent, hosts its awards annually, and experienced travellers share their insights to help compile the list. Bali has beaten the likes of the Maldives, Boracay in the Philippines, Phuket in Thailand, Phu Quoc …
Tourists visiting Bali, specifically those visiting Nusa Penida, are being urged to be extremely mindful of where they choose to swim in the ocean. Though the waters around Bali province are often crystal clear and extremely enticing, the powerful tidal currents beneath can be deadly. Police in Nusa Penida have confirmed the successful rescue of …
Bali Immigration teams have issued updates about the latest round of deportations from the island. The deportations come as a warning to foreigners who may be unclear about immigration law to get up to speed, and as a deterrent to those considering breaking the rules. A British man, known by his initials KSM, has been …
Bali has just announced that it will be developing a new port international port off Serangan Island in Denpasar. The port, to be known as Marina International, will be able to accommodate up to 140 luxury yachts. Serangan Island is a little-known destination located between Benoa and Nusa Dua. Serangan Island has been a traditional …