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…
A self-contained studio in Pererenan is available for IDR 7 million per month or IDR 1.8 million per week. This is a private unit rather than a room in a shared villa. It includes its own kitchen, a w…
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…
Nusa Penida is one of the most scenic islands near Bali.
Tall limestone cliffs, small coves and bright turquoise water create the very landscapes that make the island instantly recognizable in photos.
A series of tragic incidents on Nusa Penida has prompted local officials to tighten safety measures.
The first accident occurred on 12 September at Kelingking Beach. A 29-year-old Australian woman fell from a cliff and died. The following day, a traveller from the UK drowned at Crystal Bay. The Klung…
On September 1, 2026, a new system for collecting the tourist levy, called One Gate One Destination, officially came into force on Nusa Penida. The reform, set out in local Regulation No. 4 of 2026, h…
The drama surrounding the controversial glass lift at Kelingking Beach on Nusa Penida has taken a new turn, though the story is far from over.
The project's investor, PT Indonesia Kaishi Tourism Property Investment Development Group, has won its first legal round: the Denpasar Administrative Court annulled the Bali Municipal Police orde…
