Record Tourist Arrivals and Indonesian Investment Opportunities in 2024
Following the global recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, the Indonesian tourism sector has rebounded strongly, with a steady increase in international tourist arrivals year after year. In the first four months of 2024, the number of international visitors reached its highest point in four years, according to Acting Head of Statistics Indonesia (BPS), Amalia Adininggar […]
Viral Video of Foreign Tourist’s Outburst at Bali’s Besakih Temple Sparks Debate on Cultural Sensitivity
A video depicting a heated exchange between a foreign tourist and a Hindu worshipper at Bali’s sacred Besakih Temple has gone viral, sparking discussions about cultural sensitivity and the importance of respecting local customs. The video, shared by the Instagram account @baliprawa, shows a woman becoming increasingly agitated after being denied entry to the temple […]
Bali Proposes International Tourism Levy Increase to USD 50
Currently, the Bali Provincial Government is imposing an international tourism levy of IDR 150 thousand for foreign tourists vacationing in Bali. Regional Regulation Number 6 of 2023 regulates the foreign tourist levy concerning Levy for Foreign Tourists for the Protection of Bali’s Culture and Natural Environment. The levy has been running since February 14, 2024. […]
Dieng Plateau Experiences Sub-Zero Temperatures Again
The Dieng Plateau, a stunning landscape known for its volcanic craters and temples, is experiencing another frosty spell. Temperatures in the region have dipped below 0 degrees Celsius, causing frost to form on vegetation and creating a captivating, yet chilly, spectacle. The factor is because there are no objects that block sunlight or vice versa. […]
Navigating Bali: Hilarious Google Maps Moments with Tourists
As a foreign tourist visiting Bali, it’s only natural that location guidance tools such as Google Maps become one of the tools relied upon. This is especially true when foreign tourists use Google Maps as a guide to new tourist attractions that they have never visited. Without these tools, navigating Bali’s complex road network and […]
Don’t Miss Bruno Mars Live in Jakarta – Tickets Available June 27!
Rumors about Bruno Mars live in Jakarta have been going on since 2023. At that time, Bruno Mars was on a world tour and would hold concerts in several Asian countries, such as Thailand and Singapore. Then what about Indonesia? After performing in Singapore, the date and venue of the 38-year-old singer’s next concert in […]
New Direct Flights Between Bali and Australia Announced
Australian tourists who want to vacation in Bali now have more transportation options. I, Gusti Ngurah Rai Airport, have again received additional international routes connecting Bali with Australia, which can now be reached through Canberra. Now, Ngurah Rai Airport serves nine direct flight routes to Australia. Handy Heryudhitiawan, the General Manager of I Gusti Ngurah […]
Viral Video Comparing Expat Lifestyles in Bali: Whose Budget is More Realistic?
Bali, a haven for vacationers and remote workers, offers a surprisingly affordable lifestyle. A recent viral video sheds light on the cost of living in this tropical paradise. One foreigner, who lives and works from home in Bali, manages to keep his living expenses at a modest 650 dollars, or around IDR 10 million. His […]
Viral Video: Foreign Tourist’s Controversial Behavior at Bali Luxury Hotel Stirs Outrage
Once again, a foreign tourist has left us in disbelief with his peculiar actions. In recent times, we’ve witnessed a number of foreign tourist’s controversial behavior in Bali. However, these instances were often attributed to their financial situations, with many of them either unable or unwilling to pay for their accommodations or transportation. What sets […]
90s Supermodel Cindy Crawford Vacations in Bali, Attends Godson’s Graduation
Bali seems to be the preferred vacation destination for foreign tourists. Recently, famous 90s model Cindy Crawford shared photos of her vacation in Bali. Cindy Crawford’s name shone as a supermodel from the 1990s to the early 2000s. Her appearance was often in the spotlight. She frequently appeared on various television shows and became the […]