A tragic road collision in Bali, which claimed the lives of two young siblings, is an all too timely reminder to all road users in Bali to take a risk-averse approach. 20-year-old Gede Krisna Ari Putra and his 8-year-old sister Komang Karna Angga Wijaya died after a traffic collision on the Singaraja-Denpasar Highway this weekend. …
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The Australian Government travel advice bureau, Smarttraveler will be launching an educational awareness campaign aimed at young Australian tourists following a mass methodical poisoning even in Laos in 2024. Reports of methanol poisoning in Bali hit headlines every year, and the campaign is aimed at helping young travelers enjoy the party scene of destinations across …
Bali’s Search and Rescue Agency has confirmed that more officers will be deployed over the Eid al-Fitr holiday period. As Bali prepares for Nyepi Day, also known as the Balinese New Year, and as Indonesians prepare for the national public holidays observed over the Islamic festival of Eid al-Fitr, thousands of tourists will be traveling …
An investigation is underway in Bali after an Australian toddler died by drowning during a family vacation on the island. The 3-year-old was staying at a private villa with her parents in the North Kerobokan area of Bali when she drowned on Thursday, 16th January. The Head of Public Relations of Badung Police, Ipda I …
The Bali Provincial Government is being urged to take more action to protect tourists while they are visiting the island. From tourist deaths due to falling trees at top attractions to a tourist getting seriously assaulted by a taxi driver on New Year’s Eve, Indonesian politicians are calling the province to account. The Deputy Chairperson …
Tourists in Bali are being warned to be extra cautious when visiting the world-famous Tanah Lot Temple. The sacred temple is located on a rocky outcrop in the ocean and is at the mercy of the elements, and during this monsoon season, so are visitors. The Regent of Tabanan Komang Gede Sanjaya has asked all …
Indonesia’s National Tourism Board has issued new advice for tourists visiting the country. Wonderful Indonesia periodically published fresh safety advice for tourists exploring the archipelago, and with monsoon season lashing down across the country, as well as active volcanos and a persistent risk of earthquakes, it’s always good to refresh the safety advice and protocols. …
In a tragic case of mass poisoning, six tourists have died in the Laotian city of Vang Vieng after consuming drinks that contained methanol. The six tourists, who originated from Australia, the USA, the UK, and Denmark, are reported to have died after consuming tainted drinks at a backpacker in the city center. The harrowing …
Following the death of a 14-month-old baby boy at a villa in Bali on the 19th of October, the CEO of Royal Life Saving Australia, Justin Scarr, has spoken to reporters about ways in which families can best practice safety protocols for their children while on vacation on the island. The devastating incident took at …
As Bali becomes busier, tourists are increasingly vulnerable to opportunistic criminals who prey on holidaymakers who let their guard down while enjoying a vacation or a big night out. While Bali remains the most statistically safe destination for international tourists, police are working to increase safety for all. The South Kuta Police Chief Commissioner, I …
Top tourism organizations in Bali are calling for the creation of a certification program to help improve the standard of experiences at the island’s top attractions. The Indonesian Recreational Park Business Association (PUTRI) wants to create new standards to ensure safety, industry cohesion, and, above all, high quality for tourists. Speaking at a panel discussion …
Fast boat operators in Bali are being urged to adhere to standard operating procedures and safety protocols across all aspects of operations. The instructions come as tourists, travel agents, and tourism stakeholders are increasingly concerned about the quality of services provided for tourists traveling between mainland Bali, Nusa Penida, Nusa Lembongan, Nusa Ceningan, and the …