A long-anticipated road restructuring is under construction in the popular beach resort of Jimbaran. Work on the road is being accelerated after the community gave their backing to the project. As there is increasing demand for vacations at Jimbaran Beach, this is a welcome improvement for Bali lovers. The coastal road runs from Muaya Beach …
Tourism
Cruise tourism is having a moment in Bali! The island is receiving a huge amount of investment to level up its infrastructure to help establish Bali as the next biggest cruise destination in Southeast Asia. Benoa Harbour is becoming increasingly welcoming to cruise tourists. Indonesia’s Minister of State-Owned Enterprises, Erick Thohir, has given his assessment …
The Bali Railway Network is a project that has been in the pipeline for years. Developments have been chugging away in the background for months and plans have changed and evolved as time progresses. One thing is for sure, the ambitious project will revolutionize tourists’ transportation experience. The multi-phase development project has been announced to …
An Australian father of two has spoken to the media about the aftermath of his terrifying ordeal at the Karma Kandara Resort in Ungasan close to Uluwatu in Bali. The incident took place as the family was being transported from the resort to the pool. What was set to be a dreamy vacation on the …
Back in September the community Seseh with the support from Bali lovers around the world successfully petitioned against the development of a massive new resort and residence complex right on the beachfront. The business behind the project, Taryan Group, halted proceedings until a new agreement could be reached. It has now been confirmed that despite …
For decades in Bali, there have been calls for tourism to be spread more evenly throughout the island. Tourism businesses and some residents feel that a more even distribution of tourism would bring huge benefits to both tourists and the economy. The conversation has resurfaced once again as the Klungkung Regency Tourism Village Communication Forum …
Indonesia is a fascinating travel destination. As an archipelago state that is made up of over 17,000 islands, there is a whole world of different ecosystems and cultures to explore. Bali will always be the flagship travel destination in Indonesia, yet for those wishing to get a little off-path, the Island of the Gods makes …
Bali receives millions of tourists every year from across Indonesia and across the world. Tourism leaders feel, and many tourists agree, that in order to maximize the travel experience it is best to hire a local guide to help facilitate a memorable trip. Yet, Bali is currently experiencing a shortage of certified tour guides. This …
Indonesia has been noted as the most generous country in the world. In a comprehensive study conducted by the Charities Aid Foundation, Indonesia came out on top as the world’s most giving people across all categories. Since 2010 the Charities Aid Foundation has conducted a comprehensive worldwide study to establish the World Given Index. Indonesia …
Bali’s Gates of Heaven Temple, officially known as Lempuyang Temple, is one of the most spiritually significant landmarks on the island and one of the most popular tourist attractions too. Tourists from all over the world queue for up to four hours sometimes just to have their photo taken at the iconic spot. But a …
Construction work is underway in Bali’s popular resort of Canggu to build a new shortcut road that will help alleviate some of the ever-increasing traffic in the area. The new Simpang Padonan Road, which is also being referred to as the Tibubeneng-Canggu-Dalung intersection, will help mitigate traffic congestion and there are hopes the project will …
Bali’s I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport has confirmed that 4 major international airlines will be adding new flight services to the schedule. Starting from 1st December airlines based in China and India will be making it easier than ever for tourists to visit the Island of the Gods. The General Manager of I Gusti …