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Indonesia Shuts Borders to All Foreigners Start of 2021 Amidst New Corona Virus Variant
Indonesia announced that it would be closing its borders from all international destinations, starting from 1 January to 14 January 2021. Indonesian Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi announced this news on 28 December, 2020, during an online press conference. All foreign citizens (WNA – warga negara asing) coming to Indonesia will be prevented entry as a
‘Bye Bye Plastic Bags’ Opens Office Showcasing Bali’s Sustainable Solutions
On one of Bali’s quaint and rural roads leading to Seseh Beach, on the fringes of development, a plot of land catches the eyes of the locals and frequenting scooter-riding surfers. Five shipping containers are stacked beside and atop each other, standing on stilts above a garden in its early stages. Solar panels line the
Bali Provincial Government’s Last-Minute Holiday Regulations a Blow to Tourists and Industry
On 14 December 2020, the Bali Provincial Government posted their latest ‘Surat Edaran’ or Circular Letter, outlining the new rules they had set for the upcoming Christmas and New Year holidays. The letter (Surat Edaran 2021 Tahun 2020) has since been received with both shock and anger as the last-minute regulations have a direct impact
The Joy of Festive Season at The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali
As we are nearing the end of the year and the festive season is upon us, The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali welcomes you to an unforgettable year-end getaway brimming with cheerful joy and enthusiasm. Unwind in a refreshing end-of-year retreat with an array of carefully curated activities from family-friendly festivities to phenomenal dining experiences.
Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, Announces its Reopening
After closing its doors for several months due to the pandemic, prominent Ubud resort, Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, is ready to welcome guests back to their luxurious accommodation as they announce their reopening, starting from 10 December 2020. With a name inspired by the entrance to a traditional Hindu temple, Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve is
‘Pink Gin’ : A Tropical Fundraising Pool Party at Cascades Bali
Spirits in Bali have been lifted at the start of December, and now more spirits will be raised as Cascades Restaurant in Ubud brings us their ‘Pink Gin Pool Party’, an afternoon of canapés and cocktails to raise funds for the environmental movement Plastic Exchange. Cascades Restaurant, which re-opened earlier this year, is the stunning
International Visitors Are Entering Indonesia and Bali – But How?
Indonesia has cordoned off international borders since the lockdown, with plans of reopening still not entirely clear, though 1 January 2020 is the predicted date. Even though international gateways remain shut, the numbers of foreign arrivals in Bali are proving otherwise. The island has been granting entry for overseas travellers — since when and how?
Grammy-nominated Jazz Pianist, Joey Alexander, Set to Perform at Hotel Tugu Bali
A glimmer of hope and positivity befalls Bali: Hotel Tugu Bali announces that they will be holding an incredibly rare performance by Joey Alexander, a 17-year-old, Indonesian artist and composer. The concert is titled Homecoming, as the young artist was born in Bali. Joey is a three-time Grammy nominated jazz pianist, and despite his age is internationally recognised
Bali Safari Park Welcomes the First Striped Hyena Born in Indonesia
Bali Safari Park has welcomed a new member to their animal family. A baby hyena was born at the park last month on October 8, about a year since the clan of striped hyenas arrived to reside on the island. The occasion marks the fifth hyena to grace the Safari Park, and the first of
Marriott’s first-ever virtual charity run raises over IDR 800 million
Marriott International in Indonesia, alongside its 55 hotels in the archipelago, hosted the first Virtual Run To Give Indonesia for the whole month of October. The charity event raised nearly IDR 850 million, which was donated to Marriott Associates who have been affected by the Corona virus – particularly the pandemic-led redundancies. In Bali, funds
Brave Volunteers Raise 1 Billion Rupiah for Bali Food Charity by Paddling 10km Out at Sea
Scholars of Sustenance [SOS] is a food rescue organisation focused on the collection and redistribution of surplus food. Since the pandemic there has been a significant drop in the quantity of quality of surplus food coming in from the normally flourishing tourist destination. As the pandemic continues to halt tourism and travel across the planet,
MAMAKA by Ovolo Opens in Kuta, Giving the Area a Fresh and Modern Revamp
The iconic Kuta neighbourhood is about to get a dose of good vibrations as international hospitality brand, Ovolo Hotels, makes its expansions to the exotic island of Bali with the launching of MAMAKA by Ovolo, the first Ovolo Hotels to open in Indonesia. The Kuta neighbourhood thrived in its heyday, long-known as the destination on
David Byrne to Kevin Kwan: 6 Kembali Festival Programmes You Don’t Want to Miss
The annual Ubud Writers and Readers Festival that takes over the cultural capital of Bali every October this year takes on a new digital format in lieu of the pandemic. Set for 29 October – 8 November 2020, KEMBALI 2020 will be a hybrid of both virtual and limited in-person events, presenting a culmination of UFF
