The biggest mall in Southeast Asia is about to open its doors in Bali. The new ICON Mall in Sanur is due to open to the public on the 17th of May and comes as part of the massive tourism redevelopment project in Sanur. ICON Mall in Bali is set to be just that, a …
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The Balinese philosophy of Tri Hita Karana literally translates to mean the ‘three causes of well-being’ and focuses on creating complete harmony between the Gods, among people, with nature and the natural world. Leaders in the tourism sector want to see these principles create more regenerative tourism in the region. Speaking at the Water Civilization …
A 22-year-old woman has been killed in a collision with a bus while driving in Bali’s Denpasar. The tourist, who was driving a motorcycle, was killed as a bus attempted to overtake her while she was driving in the correct lane. Police have confirmed that the collision took place on Jalan Sutomo in central Denpasar …
Tourists planning their travel to Bali and Indonesia have been issued new advice from the UK Foreign Office. Ahead of the high season of travel in the European summer times, the UK Foreign Office always revisits travel advice so tourists can make their plans accordingly. Tourists are being advised to double, triple check the validity …
With the World Water Forum just around the corner, preparations are underway to ensure that the big event will run smoothly for delegates and will not interfere with tourists on vacation. With 44 heads of state invited to attend and representatives from more than 160 countries, the World Water Forum is the biggest international conference …
With the number of dengue-related deaths rapidly rising in Jakarta, and cases rising in Bali, leaders are revisiting discussions around the introduction of Wolbachia mosquitos across the country. The project was paused in Bali after concerns were raised about the program so that the Indonesian Ministry of Health could conduct further independent investigations into the …
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Ubud is best known for its verdant tropical jungles and vast expanses of rice terraces. While hotels located in the heart of Ubud are surrounded by oasis gardens, resorts located just outside the arts and cultural capital often offer riverside views and total seclusion from the world. In 2025, Ubud is set to welcome a …
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Travel agents in Bali are fighting to secure great-value travel deals and ensure their longevity as a service provider in the region. Travel trends are moving increasingly towards independent booking, and as it becomes ever more accessible for tourists to organize their vacations and travels independently, travel agents are fighting to stay relevant. The Association …
For decades Bali has been one of the world’s top surfing destinations. Learning to surf is listed on so many people’s bucket lists and it has to be said that Bali is probably one of the best places in the world to learn to surf. Not only are there waves across Bali’s shores that cater …
Dubai in the United Arab Emirates has received its annual rainfall in just a matter of hours. As a world transportation hub and home of Emirates Airlines, the heavy rain and flooding have caused travel delays. Heavy rain continues to fall in Dubai, with both commercial and residential areas of the city flooding. Businesses have …