The Bali Provincial Government has confirmed that the Bali Tourism Tax Levy initiative, introduced in February this year, has generated a whopping IDR 117 billion, or USD 7.1 million. The policy requires all international arrivals to Bali to pay IDR 150,000 (USD 10) to contribute to protecting the island’s nature and culture and leveling up …
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Tourism leaders in Bali are calling on the government to reevaluate the visa-on-arrival policy. At present, the visa-on-arrival and e-visa-on-arrival allow tourists from over 90 countries to visit Indonesia, including Bali, for up to 30 days for the cost of IDR 500,000. In light of a recent rise in the number of reports of foreigners …
Bali tourists are calling on fellow travelers to be aware of the level of care sometimes given to foreigners in hospitals. The calls come after an Australian tourist has shared the details of her ‘horrific’ ordeal in a Bali hospital this month. Whether in good health or managing existing medical conditions, it is essential for …
The way in which Bali’s tourism management sector is operated could be about to change. As leaders put their heads together to find better ways to create more culturally respectful and sustainable tourism and curb rampant tourism development on the island, some big ideas have been brought to the table. This week saw major tourism …
Police in Bali are launching an investigation into a British man who hijacked a large truck in the Kerobokan area of Badung Regency and drove to I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport. He drove through the barriers at the Bali Mandara Toll Road and stopped just at the entrance to the international departures terminal. The …
It has been a big week for Nusa Penida, especially the clifftop overlooking their world-famous Kelingking Beach. Work has begun on the new 182m glass elevator and viewing platforms that will be built on the cliffside, and foundations have been set for a new housing project overlooking the bay too. The Nusa Penida Glass Elevator …
The Acting Governor of Bali, Sang Made Mahendra Jaya, has issued statements to tourists as the high season gets into full flow. The Acting Governor and tourism leaders on the island are calling on all tourists to make a real effort to respect the local culture and customs of the paradise island. Acting Governor Jaya’s …
Bali lovers have been sharing their outright dismay as footage that has been published online shows construction work underway on the clifftops above Kelingking Beach. The iconic viewpoint, cliffside hiking trail, and white sand beach are the leading tourist attractions on the island of Nusa Penida. Drone footage shows that a round of land clearing …
As the high season gets underway in Bali, the island is preparing for a huge influx of tourists. This weekend, a series of incidents took place across the island in which foreigners behaved in a less-than-culturally respectful and law-abiding way. Leaders across Bali want to enforce existing laws and cultural rules more strictly as the …
Tourists in Bali and those planning to visit areas where monkeys live are being advised to take the risk of rabies seriously. While many of Bali’s primate attractions have rabies safety protocols in place, tourists who are at risk of being exposed to the deadly virus must ensure they follow post-exposure protocols too. The news …
Tourists in Bali must start getting prepared for World Cucumber Day…yes it’s a thing! The iconic gin brand Hendricks will be celebrating World Cucumber Day 2024 in style by using cucumber as currency for a very special happy hour in Bali and beyond. On Friday, 14th June, tourists and Bali based gin enthusiasts can exchange …
Top international airline Air New Zealand has confirmed that it will now operate direct flights to Bali from Aotearoa, New Zealand year-round. The news comes as a welcome update for travelers from New Zealand who have previously had to have a layover in Australia if traveling to Denpasar in the winter months. Until now, tourists …