Getting married in Bali is a wedding goal for so many couples. The Island of the Gods is the perfect location for a destination wedding, whether a secret elopement or a massive celebration. Typically, hotels, resorts, and private beachfront have been the destinations of choice for Bali’s wedding couples, but one secret location is starting …
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Australian tourists who are due to visit Bali in the coming weeks have even been issued a warning by Smartraveler, the Australian government travel advice bureau. Australian tourists are the most frequent international arrivals in Bali. According to advice issued by the Australian Government on 5th February, tourists should be mindful of public displays of …
Indonesia’s National Tourism Board, Wonderful Indonesia, has issued new guidance for tourists in Bali. There has been a rise in the number of taxi scams on the island, and officials and tourism stakeholders are coming together to keep travelers safe. Wonderful Indonesia is giving tourists the heads up that there has been a rising trend …
Indonesia has just committed to improving internet access across the country. While Indonesia has pretty good internet coverage, there are still blank zones, and upload and download speeds are not as quick as they could be. The Indonesian Minister for Communication and Information, Budi Arie Setiadi, has outlined the Indonesia Digital 2045 Vision. This vision …
Nusa Penida is a phenomenal travel destination. The small island ticks all the right boxes. Tourists can indulge in laid-back island vibes, get out and explore the rugged coastline and crystal clear waters, or prop up the bar and meet like-minded travelers. Slow and steady progress is being made on leveling up tourism infrastructure in …
One of Bali’s top tourism professors is calling on the provincial government to ensure that revenue generated from the new Bali Tourism Tax is spent on improving facilities for tourists. The new sustainable tourism initiative is set to protect and preserve Balinese culture and nature. Professor of Tourism at Unud, Prof. Dr. I Putu Anom, …
It has been a good week for travel news for Australian-based Bali-lovers. Not one but two major airlines have confirmed that new flight services will be operating from the Land Down Under to the Island of the Gods. Flights from Canberra to Bali are set to resume in June 2024. Batik Air, which is part …
Officials in Bali are on the lookout for a group of male tourists who have been seen driving shirtless and without helmets in the Simpang Dewa Ruci area. While this is an all too common occurrence, officials want to make an example out of these guys. A video of a group of five male tourists …
Indonesia has officially scrapped plans to increase entertainment tax between 40-75%. Tourists and business owners can fully breathe a sigh of relief. A judicial review has been completed, and the tax increase is totally off the cards. This whole saga began at the beginning of the year. New legislation that was set to be introduced …
Tourists, digital nomads, and expats in Bali have received a warning from the Indonesia Minster for Tourism and Creative Economies. During the Weekly Briefing with Sandi Uno, the Minster responded to viral videos of foreigners lashing out in Bali. The discussion around badly behaved foreigners in Bali is sadly never far from the headlines nor …
Officials in Bali have confirmed that progress is chugging away on the Bali Railway Network. The new railway network will consist of a light rail line, metro line, and tram line that will completely revolutionize the way tourists travel around the island. The Bali Provincial Government (Pemprov) and the central government are still in the …
Indonesia is home to some of the most endangered wildlife species on earth. Although tourists don’t always associate Bali with being a haven for wildlife, especially since destinations like Sumatra and Kalimantan are considered more wild, the island of Bali is home to some special creatures in need of our consideration. Bali and the surrounding …