Bali in Trouble? The Island’s 3 Biggest Issues
Bali’s authorities are increasingly working to tackle the island’s three main issues: waste, traffic congestion, and the inappropriate behavior of some tourists. Bali Governor Wayan Koster highlighted…
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Bali’s Tourism Tax: One Year In – Boom or Bust?
The Indonesian Ombudsman has launched an investigation following allegations of poor management in the country’s tourism sector, particularly in Bali. Concerns are growing that the tourism tax, introd…
Bali Tackles Tourist Surge with New Government Measures
"Over-tourism" in Bali. This is the opinion of experts from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC). They have calculated the number of people who visited the island from January to November of…
Luxury Resort in Nusa Dua Partially Closed After Inspections
The authorities in Bali are tightening their control over the tourism business and construction in coastal areas. One of the most renowned luxury resorts in the south of the island, Samabe Bali Suites…
Komodo National Park Sets Limits on Visitors
Good news for the dragons, and not so good for those who leave everything until the last minute: Komodo National Park (Taman Nasional Komodo) is introducing a visitor quota. From now on, no more than…
How Nusa Dua Turns Seawater into Millions of Liters Daily
The seawater desalination project for The Nusa Dua tourist area has become operational and started producing measurable volumes.
The Indonesia Tourism Development Corporation (ITDC) reported that over the past three months, around 331,000 m³ of fresh water has been produced from seawater using reverse osmosis desalination. This…
Four Days of Music and Street Food Take Over Klungkung
One of the island’s brightest festivals is kicking off in Semarapura. From 28 April to 1 May, the city centre turns into a large open-air venue with concerts, food, local brands and a lively street at…
Indonesia Set for Boom in Ultra-Wealthy Residents
Indonesia is rapidly emerging as one of the world’s fastest-growing markets for capital and private wealth. According to a new report by global consultancy Knight Frank, the country is expected to rec…
Bali Without the Crowds: A New Travel Era
China’s travel market still hasn’t returned to its pre-pandemic model. The number of visitors from China to Bali remains below pre-COVID levels, but the main change is not just in the figures: where a…
Bali Spirit Festival 2026: A Journey Towards Spirit and Harmony
Bali Spirit Festival 2026 once again opened its doors at Yoga Barn, inviting participants from all over the world to immerse themselves in yoga, dance, music and deep practices. From 15 to 19 April, t…
