Long-returning tourists to Bali will recall that once upon a time if you wanted to extend your visa on arrival, you would have to make a trip to an immigration office no less than three times—if you completed the process without a visa agent. The process was often seen as arduous and time-consuming, but now, …
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As Bali’s Governor, Wayan Koster, embarks on his second term as provincial leader, he has been speaking to the media about his vision for the next five years. As expected, some of his biggest announcements relate to public transport and Bali’s struggling road network, issues that frequent Bali tourists are all too familiar with. Governor …
Bali’s top tourism resorts offer picture-perfect aesthetic vibes. From cafe culture to dreamy natural vistas, from surf shacks to yoga shalas, the visuals of Bali can be pretty impeccable. Moving deeper into 2025 and beyond, the Indonesian Ministry for Tourism wants to make Bali a world-leading destination for aesthetics and fitness. Speaking to the media …
The Indonesian Ministry of Tourism has announced that it will strengthen ties with India in an effort to attract more tourists from the subcontinent to the archipelago. Bolstered connections between Indonesia and India bring a wealth of benefits to tourists, including those from other countries. The Head of Marketing at the Indonesian Ministry of Tourism, …
Bali is becoming better connected by the day. Low-cost airline Lion Air has just announced a series of new domestic flights within Indonesia that will help connect tourists with Bali and must-visit adventure and culture destinations nationwide. Lion Air’s new services will connect Palangkaraya with Bali, Lombok, and Makassar. Palangkaraya is the capital city of …
In 2025, it is clear that Bali tourists are looking for variety. It is the spice of life, after all! For holidaymakers seeking something a little more adventurous and a little more varied without fully stepping off the beaten path, combining a two-week vacation in Bali and neighboring Lombok is a smart move. Coupling volcanic peaks, …
In January 2025 Bali’s I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport served over 2 million passengers. With the island already on track to see a record-breaking number of visitors in the year ahead, tourists are asking whether it’s possible to avoid the crowds, and how Bali Airport might contend with an ever-increasing number of passengers. Bali’s …
One of Bali’s biggest appeals for tourists is its truly unique cultural heritage. From temples to cultural dances and traditional medicine to daily prayers and ritual offerings, tourists visiting Bali are given the rare opportunity to fully immerse themselves in a culture that is oh-so different from their own. The Balinese people are generous with …
Wayan Koster is preparing to be inaugurated into his second term as Governor of Bali. The inauguration ceremony is set to take place in Jakarta on 20 February 2025, and the incoming provincial leader is already outlining his vision for the next five years, including his commitments to improving the province’s tourism sector. Governor Wayan …
Business owners in Bali have been talking to the media about the spending habits of tourists, backpackers, and digital nomads and how these trends are impacting their revenue. According to some business owners, the frugal spending habits of a proportion of Bali’s over 6 million international visitors are proving costly and frustrating for local entrepreneurs. …
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 …
Immigration Indonesia has just released a series of new hints and tips to help foreigners ensure that their visa applications do not get denied due to avoidable mistakes. As Indonesia has moved its visa application process online, it is easier than ever for foreigners to make their own applications without the assistance of a visa …