Why Everyone’s Talking About Penang…
The Malaysian island of Penang is home to approximately 750,000 permanent residents. But on weekends and public holidays, that number swells dramatically—up to 2.5 million visitors arrive, both from o…
Kelingking Beach is one of the most famous viewpoints in Bali, located on the island of Nusa Penida.
The dramatic cliff formation resembles a T-Rex dinosaur, making it one of the most photographed spots in Indonesia. Visitors come for the spectacular ocean views and adventurous hike down to the beach
The second giant cruise liner in two weeks has docked in Bali. The ‘Genting Dream’ under the flag of the Bahamas is impressive in scale: its length is 330 meters, and its displacement is 75,000 tons.
Penglipuran is a traditional Balinese village located in the Bangli regency, known for its stunning cleanliness, well-preserved culture, and harmonious layout. The village is famous for its neatly ali…
In the middle of this year, Bali will host the 26th Inter-Island Tourism Policy Forum (ITOP Forum). Established on July 23–25, 1997, the forum aims to explore the global tourism market through dialogu…
The swings and the flying fox at Diamond Beach on Nusa Penida are out of action: inspectors shut down both rides and wrapped the structures in warning tape. The operator was unable to produce a basic…
Access to two of Nusa Penida’s most visited attractions — Kelingking Beach and Crystal Bay — is being upgraded in the middle of the peak season. Roadworks are underway along a 0.9-kilometre section be…
Klungkung Regency has launched a single emergency number — 112. Calls are free, and the number can be used to report a fire, accident, crime, natural disaster, or someone in urgent need of medical hel…
From 12 August, visitors to Nusa Penida will be charged 25 thousand rupiah to enter the main beaches and viewpoints. This is separate from the island entry fee that foreigners already pay. Guides say…
A pilot power plant that generates electricity from ocean currents is being planned in the waters off Nusa Penida, with commissioning targeted for 2029.
Researchers are currently studying the marine conditions around the island. By the end of 2027, they are expected to select the site, determine the most suitable technology, and estimate the project’s…
