The Head of the Bali Tourism Board, Tjok Bagus Pemayun, has been talking to reporters about the destination’s recognition as a world-leading vacation hotspot. As the island seeks to welcome over 6.5 million tourists in 2025, Pemayun wants to see culture, nature, and personal connections be a real focal point. Bali has been featured heavily …
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One of Bali’s most famous beach clubs is under threat of temporary closure notices. The Bali Regional People’s Representative Council (DPRD) has requested that Finns Beach Club be temporarily closed until it has completed its permit and license processes in full. Speaking to the media the Chairman of Commission I of the Bali DPRD, I …
One of the most popular activities for holidaymakers and travelers in Bali is to hike the island’s incredible active volcanos. Though these peaks are scaled by tens of thousands of tourists every year, these routes are no walk in the park. Hiking Bali’s highest and most sacred peaks requires a level of planning, preparedness and …
Bali is one of the most romantic travel destinations in the world. In fact, the island was named the TripAdvisor top honeymoon destination in 2024. With love in the air and all around, Bali is the place to be this Valentine’s Day. Whether traveling solo, with your beau, or with friends and family, there are …
Have you ever thought about booking a glamping experience in Bali? With the island best known for its beachfront retreats and jungle escapes, the island’s incredible glamping offerings are often overlooked, as is the West Bali National Park. Menjangan Dynasty Resort, located in North West Bali, at the gateway to West Bali National Park, is …
Foreigners in Bali who are operating on the wrong side of the law are being found out evermore quickly by immigration officials. The arrest of four foreigners this week on suspicion of working on tourist visas comes as a stark warning to foreigners who are considering overstepping the mark of their visa permits. Bali Immigration …
Leaders in Bali’s popular resort of Uluwatu have been speaking to the media about crime and safety in the area. The statements come after a woman was attacked while driving her motorcycle close to the Swiss-Belresort Pecatu Roundabout in the early hours of Tuesday, 11th February. The Head of Pecatu Village, Made Sumerta, confirms to …
Indonesia’s Deputy Tourism Minister, Ni Luh Puspa, has been talking to the media about her vision for a safer and more orderly tourism ecosystem in Bali. The Minister, speaking in response to a series of high-profile criminal cases involving foreigners in Bali, gave her assurances that the island will remain a safe place for all. …
The impacts of Tropical Cyclone Seedling 96S are still being felt across Bali. With wind speeds of upwards of 60km per hour raging across the island, the public is being urged to act with caution and not take any unnecessary risks while traveling through the province. Intense winds have been accompanied by heavy rainfall across …
As a travel destination, Bali is pretty unique. Not only does the island have a wealth of cultural and natural heritage to explore, but the province offers an itinerary to suit every budget. While a lot has been shared in the last few years about Bali no longer being a cheap travel destination, we entirely …
Bali’s Police Chief Inspector General, Daniel Adityajaya, has issued a strict warning to consulates based in Bali. He is calling for international support in helping improve tourist behavior by increasing the level of communication on provincial laws and cultural customs. The plea comes just days after the province confirmed the imminent deportation of six foreigners …
Fears for the safety of Bali’s fast boat industry as a boat caught fire at a port in Nusa Penida this weekend. The vessel, carrying 85 passengers, suddenly caught fire just as the boat’s teams had finished boarding all those who’d booked tickets. Though there were no fatalities or injuries, the incident has left tourists …