Bali to Introduce Electric Buses with Dedicated Routes by 2025
After initiating LRT to unravel congestion in the Bali area, there is another public transportation in Bali, namely electric bus. The Bali government plans to hold an electric Bus Rapid Transit (eBRT) mass transportation mode or electric bus. The bus, projected to operate in 2025, will use a particular lane like TransJakarta. The head of […]
Exciting News: Direct Flights from Abu Dhabi to Bali, Available 4 Days Weekly
After inaugurating direct flights with the new route Canberra, AustraliaāBali, another new route for direct flights to Bali from abroad will be available this June 2024. Etihad Airways has made a significant move by opening a new direct flight route, Abu Dhabi – Denpasar, Bali, on June 26, 2024. The flight route is also the […]
Indonesia National Data Centre Hit by Ransomware Attack, 210 Institutions Affected
In a concerning development, Indonesia’s Temporary National Data Centre (PDNS) has been under siege by a ransomware attack for the past week, prompting the National Cyber and Encryption Agency (BSSN) to launch an intensive response. BSSN Chief Hinsa Siburian revealed that the perpetrators are believed to have used a new variant of ransomware to target […]
How a Foreigner Made a Difference, Building Bridges with Fundraising in Wakatobi
The journey of Kristian Hansen, a foreigner from Denmark traveling on a mission to explore Indonesia from Sabang to Marauke, constantly presents new stories. In Southeast Sulawesi, Kristian Hansen has visited a number of areas, including Kendari, Baubau, and Buton. He once visited Buton and was impressed by the kindness of the local people; now, […]
Komodo Labuan Bajo Airport Elevated to International Status
The Indonesian Ministry of Transportation has officially designated Komodo Labuan Bajo Airport in Manggarai Barat Regency, East Nusa Tenggara (NTT), as an international airport, upgrading its status from a domestic one. This significant development is outlined in the Minister of Transportation’s Decree No. KM 31 of 2024 regarding the Designation of International Airports. “I just […]
Hanoman’s Mischievous Antics, From Pranks to Helping Deliver a Romantic Proposal
If you’re on vacation in Bali, one of the things you can’t miss is watching a kecak dance performance. This Balinese dance tells the story of the well-known play Rama and Shinta. The Kecak dance performance also features Hanoman, the white ape. Prepare to be captivated by the unique experience of a kecak dance performance, […]
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 Ā is because there areĀ no objects that block sunlight or vice versa. […]