In the last few weeks, a series of massive changes to the way tourists can explore Bali has been proposed by Governor Wayan Koster. The proposed changes received a mixed response from locals and tourists alike. Now local leaders are asking Governor Koster to consider the negative impacts a ban on tourists driving mopeds would …
Tourism
Do you think you’re a good tourist? Do you always read up on local customs before you travel? Do you try to learn a little of the language of the place you’re visiting? Do you support local businesses and explore off-the-beaten paths? Of course, you do! We all like to think we’re excellent tourists, and …
Bali is one of the most culturally rich islands on earth. On Wednesday, 22nd March, the island will fall silent to honor Nyepi Day. The celebration, known as the Silent Day, marks the Balinese new year. As a province, Bali is majority Balinese Hindu, and as such, all those in the province must adhere to …
Police in Bali are continuing their crackdown on badly behaved foreigners on the island. The new campaign was ordered by Bali’s Governor Wayan Koster last week. The crackdown has caused a social media storm, triggering concern from some tourists. Officials have confirmed that well-behaved visitors to Bali have nothing to worry about. Last week, Governor …
Bali, and Ubud specifically, is world famous for its yoga and wellness scene. Home to some of the best yoga studios in the world and attracting some of the most highly regarded teachers and practitioners, it’s easy to see why wellness tourism is alive and well in Ubud. Once upon a time, Ubud was the …
Bali is one of the most popular destinations on social media. The impact that platforms like Instagram and TikTok have had on tourism development on the Island of the Gods is undeniable. The Insta vs. Reality or Expectation vs. Reality trend is nothing new. The hashtag started trending online in the mid-2010s. Yet, it’s still …
Bali’s coastal resorts of Canggu, Seminyak, and Uluwatu are becoming more and more famous for their incredible range of beach clubs. In Canggu, for example, tourists can spend a day hanging out at Finns Beach Club or even the metropolis of Atlas Beach Fest. Down in Uluwatu, visitors are split for choice, spend a day …
Bali is no stranger to traffic; whether in Kuta, Ubud, Denpasar, or Canggu, the island is getting busier and busier, and traffic is seemingly forever mounting up. This is nothing new; however, the sheer volume of traffic on Bali’s roads has been increasing for well over two decades, with a short, sharp drop during the …
It is fair to say that Bali’s Kuta Beach is synonymous with a classic beach vacation. And a boozy one at that. Just fifty years ago, Kuta Beach welcomed some of the first tourists who ventured to Bali. Over the course of the last half-century, Kuta Beach has undergone an incredible transformation. The tourist resort …
Bali, as one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, depends on the tourism sector for economic survival. Millions of tourists from around the world and all across Indonesia visit Bali every year to soak up the sun, learn about the unique culture and indulge in the hospitality of the island and its …
Tourism businesses in Bali were rightly concerned about what life could look like after the pandemic. They needn’t have worried too much. The latest figures show that even in the height of the low season, travelers are still arriving in Bali. The latest data shows that even in the quiet months, tourists are still choosing …
Community leaders at Bali’s world-famous Kuta Beach have confirmed that they will continue to go above and beyond to ensure tourists have a relaxed experience at the seaside. Kuta Traditional Village has announced that they will work to eliminate aggressive and pushy hawkers on the beach. They have told reporters how this kind of ‘assertiveness’ …