Indonesia’s Tourism is Now Led by Women!
Widiyanti Putri Wardhana, a businesswoman, innovator, and philanthropist, has become Indonesia’s Minister of Tourism. She has already started her work and shared how she plans to elevate the tourism i…
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Bali Eyes Daily Tourist Tax – Will It Become the “Next Bhutan”?
Bali is considering introducing a daily tax for foreign tourists, following Bhutan’s example. The goal of this measure is to attract “high-quality” tourists and increase revenue.
Indonesian Tourism Minister Stands Firm Against Bali's Tourist Tax Hike!
The Indonesian Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy, Sandiaga Uno, opposes raising Bali’s tourist tax to $50.
His main argument is that the current tax, introduced only a few months ago in February 2024, requires every visitor to Bali to pay $10 or 150,000 rupiahs. Now, just four months later, discussions abo…
Bali Hotels Stand Empty Despite Tourist Surge
Hotel owners in Bali have noticed an unexpected pattern: statistically, the number of tourists on the island is growing every month, yet they are experiencing fewer guests. The drop in occupancy is pa…
Tourism to the Rescue: Indonesia Turns to Travel After Trump’s Tariff Shock
After Donald Trump announced new international trade tariffs, global markets have been in turmoil. The tariffs affect nearly everything — from food and clothing to cars and electronics (only smartphon…
Benoa Harbor Turns Global Maritime Hub
A Marine Tourism Center is set to launch in Bali soon, enhancing travel, leisure, and business opportunities for both Indonesians and foreigners. Benoa Harbor in the south of the island is transformin…
Bali Set to Become a Major Cruise Hub
Indonesian construction company Persero has announced the completion of the Benoa Port modernization. As part of the project, Persero was responsible for dredging, expanding the navigation channel, an…
Officials Condemn Tourist Scandal on Sumba Island
Developing tourism beyond Bali is not an easy task. The Indonesian authorities have already faced their first challenge: a viral video about extortion on Sumba has sparked a public outcry.
Thousands of Illegal Villas in Bali: What’s the Government’s Next Move?
According to the governor of Bali Province, Wayan Koster, there are currently more than 5,000 accommodation units on the island that are rented without a license. Their owners violate local regulation…
Locals Matter Too: Bali Backs Domestic Tourism
The Deputy Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy of Indonesia, Ni Luh Puspa, urged Bali’s resorts and tour operators to develop infrastructure that equally considers the needs of affluent foreign g…
