Yes, you read that correctly! There are plans on the table to develop a casino in Buleleng Regency in Bali. For those unsure as to why this is such shocking news, let us explain…gambling in pretty much all forms is illegal in Indonesia. The Chair of the BPC HIPMI, Putu Bayu Mandayana, has responded to …
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A review of the prospect of a new beach club in the heart of Bali’s Sanur is underway. The popular coastal retreat has undergone huge transportation over the last few years into a special economic zone for health and tourism. However, for many local communities, leaders, and seasoned Bali lovers, the idea of a big …
Hotel managers, guesthouse owners, and villa hosts in Bali have been called on to urgently review health and safety standards at their properties. The calls came after two major fires devastated three hotels in busy resort areas in just two weeks. While there were no reported casualties in either instance, the fires have decimated buildings …
Leaders in Bali have confirmed that they are waiting for approval from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to permit the opening of a new Russian Consulate General in the province. Russia already has an embassy in Jakarta, but a Consulate General and their office would serve commercial affairs and support citizens in conducting immigration-related processes …
Coral reefs are amongst the most endangered ecosystems in the world. With sea temperatures rising, the fragile coral reef ecosystems of the tropics are at risk of bleaching, dying, and degradation. As marine and adventure tourism accounts for so much of Bali’s tourism industry’s offerings, and as the ocean is a huge contributor to local …
The Regent of Badung, who is the leader in charge of Bali’s biggest tourism resorts, including Canggu, Seminyak, Uluwatu, Kuta, and Nusa Dua, has issued more information regarding the construction of the South Bali Ring Road and his plans to develop a sea toll route to help alleviate tourism traffic in the region. Regent I …
A second helicopter in Bali has had to make an emergency landing after getting tangled in kite strings. The news comes just days after a helicopter carrying tourists on a scenic flight over Uluwatu crashed after kite strings got caught in the rotor. The Head of the Regional IV Airport Authority Office, Agustinus Budi Hartono, …
Immigration authorities in Bali have made it clear that they take a zero-tolerance approach to visa violations. Whether overstaying, conducting activities not permitted on a specific visa, or breaking the law, immigration officials are committed to ensuring foreigners uphold the law while raising the province and the country more broadly. Bali’s last round of deportations …
Bali’s most famous island, Nusa Penida, is soaring in popularity with international tourists right now. Best known for its stunning coastal panoramas, perfectly azure shorelines, and relaxed atmosphere, Nusa Penida is a dreamy destination for tourists seeking those island vibes on vacation. Yet, beneath the stunning vistas lies a dangerous truth. Nusa Penida’s most popular …
Tourists in Bali are invited to attend the Ulun Danu Festival, which is happening from the 20th of July to the 17th of August 2024. The cultural festival will be held in and around the Pura Ulun Danu Beratan Temple Complex in Bedugul, Tabanan Regency, and is free for tourists to enjoy. The Pura Ulun …
A new travel experience could be developed around Bali’s Mount Batur. Located in the heart of the Kintamani region, Mount Batur and Lake Batur are two of Bali’s most famous natural tourist attractions. Leaders want to see tourists interact more meaningfully with the landscape, and they are devising a new tourism program to help achieve …
As tourists in Bali seek new and immersive ways to experience the island’s natural landscapes and culture, one regenerative tourism project has created a jungle bathing adventure that gives tourists the chance to feel the island’s magic in a whole new way. Astungkara Way, a regenerative tourism company that also runs a regenerative farming enterprise …