Travel data can tell us a lot about trends and tourist demand, but the juicy details can be shared by those on the inside. Tourism workers have been talking to reporters about their observations between domestic and international visitors in Bali and the experiences they seek. They say international tourists to Bali are all about …
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Tourists heading to Sanur Beach in Bali are being warned about the season’s influx of bluebottle jellyfish. The poisonous jellyfish emerge in the waters off the southern coast of Bali on an annual basis. The beach is still safe to visit, but tourists are being urged to be vigilant. The Department of Fisheries and Food …
Tourists are loving Bali right now. The island is well on track to being as busy in 2023 as before the pandemic. Yet, as Bali enters its ‘New Era’ destinations that were previously little known to tourists are starting to boom in popularity, and a prime example of this is Melasti Beach in Uluwatu. Melasti …
When travelers think of Bali the first image that may come to mind is of pristine, empty white sandy beaches, and vast expanses of untouched jungle. While this is certainly the case in some parts of the island, Bali is an incredibly popular travel destination, and sometimes it can be hard to escape the bustling …
Bali is undergoing a tourism development boom right now. While many people thought that the pandemic would have halted progress somewhat, the reality on the ground is that more hotels, resorts, and private villas are being constructed every single day. Many of the new developments are happening in areas already popular with tourists, but it …
As a travel destination, Bali is a beach lovers paradise. From the pristine white stretches of sand in Nusa Dua to the rugged rocky coast of Uluwatu, through to the black sand beaches of Keramas and the deserted stretches of sand over in the west of the island, there is so much to explore. Leaders …
The Island of the Gods is home to some of the most magical hotels and resorts in the world. From the clifftop villas of Uluwatu to the rice paddies resorts of Ubud, there is incredible accommodation in every corner of the island. Just as we thought it couldn’t get any better, a new and magical …
Snorkeling, scuba diving, and free diving are some of the most popular activities for tourists in Bali. With so many destinations to choose from for incredible underwater experiences, tourists are spoiled for choice. One destination in particular is booming in popularity as it is home to an abundance of marine life. In order to protect …
The discussion around whether Bali needs a second commercial airport has been on the table for years. While President Joko Widodo had committed to building a second international airport on the island during this term in office, last year the project was deprioritized due to lack of progress. But now, leaders in Bali are looking …
Indonesia’s election year coming up in 2024, and the country is preparing for formal political campaigning to begin. Bali’s Governor Wayan Koster and Deputy Governor Tjok Oka Artha Ardhana Sukawati, aka Cok Ace, have formally stepped aside and will begin their campaign for a second term in due course. The new Acting Governor of Bali, …
In light of the recent elevator tragedy at Ayu Terra Resort in Ubud, hotels in the area are being ordered to revise their health and safety strategy. On Friday 1st September an elevator carrying five staff members from the Ayu Terra Resort plummeted down the lift shaft after the cables snapped and brake mechanisms failed. …
Indonesia’s Director General of Immigration, Silmy Karim, last week confirmed the launch of the new Golden Visa policy. The visa category will allow for high-worth individuals, independent investors, and corporate investors to obtain a 5-10-year residency status in the country. While many have praised the new visa as a progressive way to bring more foreign …