Denpasar, Bali (ANTARA) - The Bali Tourism Office has reassured international travelers to remain confident about traveling to the island following a US health advisory concerning the Zika virus. "I hope tourists are not afraid to come to Bali, because Bali is a safe and comfortable place to vacation," Head of the Bali Tourism Office I Wayan Sumarajaya said on Sunday. Sumarajaya emphasized that his...
One of Bali’s most famous wild animals is the macaque monkey. These beautiful and super-intelligent primates hold deep spiritual significance for Balinese people and can be found in their natural habitats from Ubud to Uluwatu and plenty of forested areas in between. While the monkeys at Uluwatu Temple have been described as running a ‘criminal enterprise’ and the monkeys at the Sacred Monkey...
Once upon a time, we could jet off on vacation for two weeks and not be contacted by folks back home, for better or for worse. We’d have to wait to get our vacation snap developed and printed, and would proudly show them to friends and family in a beautiful bound photo album. With phones and connectivity now a percent and ever-present part of everyday life, here we’ve started wondering if it is...
Dreaming of long, sunny days by the beach? Bali’s Uluwatu might just be the escape you need. Known for stunning clifftop views, golden sunsets, beach clubs, and world-class surf breaks, Uluwatu has become a popular destination for those seeking that perfect mix of Balinese culture, dynamic nightlife, and serene natural surroundings. It’s a little bit more up-market that other areas and possibly a...
Bali Airport is one of Indonesia’s busiest airports, welcoming millions of passengers every year. The airport has long worked to upgrade facilities to make travel more comfortable, and this Independence Day, it opened new facilities to the public. Bali’s I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport is operated by PT Angkasa Pura Indonesia (Persero), which is in charge of ensuring that all...
If you ever catch us daydreaming, chances are our minds have floated over to Nusa Lembongan. This is one of our favourite spots in all of Indonesia, and honestly, it’s hard to haul ourselves back to Bali if we’ve retreated to the outlying islands. It’s fair to say that anyone who is lucky enough to set foot on Nusa Lembongan falls quickly in love with this place. Warm and welcoming,...
There are a few destinations in Bali that have been slowly appearing on more ‘must-travel’ trending lists for the last few years. Munduk is one of them. It’s not hard to see why this stunning north Bali jungle escape is home to some of the most stunning views the island has to offer. Bali is known for its stunning stretches of coastline and visually pleasing rice terraces. For many, the call...
Transportation is once again hitting headlines in Bali this week. With the South Bali Ring Road now under construction, all eyes are falling on major public transportation upgrades set to change the way local people and tourists interact with the south coast forever. Badung Regency is home to top destinations like Canggu, Seminyak, Legian, Kuta, Jimbaran and Uluwatu. The Badung Regency Government...
Travel in Bali and around Indonesia is more accessible and affordable than ever. We are always exploring new ways of experiencing everything that the archipelago has to offer. Island hopping is one of the most exciting ways to travel through both Bali Province and Indonesia more broadly, but the real question is, is it worth the hype? In short….yes! We love island hopping, but our recommendations...
The government says selective dual nationality could bring home diaspora talent, as Bali faces tighter immigration enforcement and debate over the role of long-term expatriates. Indonesia prepares to amend its citizenship law to allow limited dual citizenship for individuals with exceptional skills considered strategically important to national development, says President Prabowo Subianto. “Today,...
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