Navigating the Future of Work: Expats’ Guide to Hybrid Work in Indonesia
The concept of hybrid work has emerged as a popular model for many organisations as the world adjusts to the new normal of remote and flexible work arrangements. Understanding and embracing this new way of working is critical as expats navigate the future of work, particularly in Indonesia. This article will serve as a resource […]
Indonesia Government Plans to Build a Glass Elevator at Kelingking Beach Nusa Penida
Sandiaga Uno, Indonesia’s Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy, stated that installing a glass elevator on Bali’s Kelingking Beach Nusa Penidaāthe first and only one in the worldāwill be a tourist innovation for the country. On a cliff that rises 182 metres, a glass observation platform (also known as a glass elevator) that is 64 […]
Tensions Rise Over Increasing Villa Rates For Foreign Tourists In Bali
Private vacation houses or rental villas are among the most popular forms of accommodation in Bali. Tourists love to feel at home, whether staying on the island for a few days, weeks, or even months. Bali’s vacation houses and private rental villas range widely in size, price, and quality. The growing cost of these private […]
An Australian Tiktoker Booked a Lavish Villa in Bali Turns Out to Book an Entire Hotel
Jas, an Australian TikToker, claims that when planning her trip, she mistakenly reserved a whole hotel in Bali instead of just a charming villa. Jas claims she booked the property “a year in advance” at a discounted price. The Aussie Tiktoker continued by saying the property’s owner was “frantic” and perplexed about how she managed […]
Ferry Fares from Java to Bali Will Increase up to 5% Starting in August 2023
Ferry customers with crossing routes from Ketapang, Banyuwangi ā Gilimanuk, Bali must be prepared to pay more because the ferry fares will increase starting from the 3rd of August, 2023. The increase in ferry fares is planned to reach around 5.93% from the previous fares. Apart from the Java-Bali route, the tariff increase will also […]
Bali Governor Confirms Payment Methods For Bali’s New Tourism Tax
Wayan Koster, the Governor of Bali, declared earlier this month that he will enact a compulsory tourism tax in 2024. The news elicited an outpouring of support from Bali visitors and tourism stakeholders. The Governor has now provided further information regarding this new tourist tax.Ā On the 20th of July, Governor Wayan Koster announced that […]
Bali Tourists Urged to Take Caution at Angel Billabong Due to Big Waves
Tourists are now asked to be extra careful when visiting one of the most famous beaches in Nusa Penida, Angel’s Billabong Beach. Recently a viral video on social media shows high waves that can easily sweep away tourists at Angel’s Billabong Beach.Ā Nusa Penida, an outlying island of Bali, is one of the most well-liked […]
Indonesia Gears Up for FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023
Indonesia is getting ready to co-host the FIBA Basketball World Cup from the 25th of August to the 3rd of September 2023 after the new stadium, Indonesia Arena with a capacity of up to sixteen thousand people was ready to use. The indoor stadium at Gelora Bung Karno complex was built after Indonesia was awarded […]
Bali Police Patrol Around Seminyak Beach to Keep Tourists Safe from Bag Snatchers
The increase in crimes of theft, scams, as well as bags and cellphones snatching in the Seminyak area, which explicitly target tourists, has forced the Bali police to be alert by actively patrolling the area around Seminyak Beach. The whole Seminyak neighbourhood, which stretches from Double Six Beach to Petitenget Beach, has been patrolled by […]
The 1975 Cancel Their Show in Jakarta After Getting Banned From Malaysia
The 1975, a British band, cancelled their performances in Taiwan and Indonesia, claiming that it was “impossible to proceed” with the Asia tour dates the day after being banned from performing in Malaysia. The Malaysian government slammed the band for being “extremely rude” after vocalist Matty Healy kissed his bandmate, Ross McDonald on stage and […]