I define cultural tourism as a form of active tourism which seeks to enrich individuals while strengthening the cultural heritage of local communities. As a consultant on cultural development and promotion, I often encounter key officials in the realm of tourism. I have understood through time and personal experiences that the quality of tourism and […]
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Indonesia is a beautiful country. It is a place famous for its exotic locales and adventurous activities. No wonder it is capable of attracting millions of tourists from all across the globe every year. Indonesia is a nation that comprises of more than 17,000 beautiful islands. Indonesia is home to world’s most popular and attractive […]
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Aside from their ultimate beauty, Bali’s beaches are also great for surfing. Here, I have summed up 6 of the best of them for your reference. 1. Nusa Lembongan Nusa Lembongan is a small island located about twenty kilometers from Bali’s eastern beach. You can reach this place by speedboat in an hour. Several cruises […]
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For me, arriving at Bali was a travellers’ delight. Nothing could beat travel fatigue better than the friendly, smiling Balinese faces at the Customs and Immigrations at the Denpasar airport and the ‘ Visa on arrival’ stamped on my passport for 10 USD in 15 minutes flat! I had heard that Bali was an island […]
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Anyone visiting Bali’s Bukit peninsula for the first time will be struck by the rugged beauty of the land. The rugged limestone cliffs that overlook many of the beaches and the ocean beyond provides a spectacular view of fishing boats, surfers, white sandy beaches and water that goes from bright blue, to turquoise, to incredible […]
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Let’s admit it. We all have the dream getaway. And when imagine said dream getaway we think of blue skies, white sand, and clear waters. But not only that, some of us would also like to learn from our getaway. So we add a little culture and a little history into the ingredient list and […]
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Introduction Bali is an island, which throughout the ages has been influenced by many other cultures. While Bali’s religious root stems from animism and ancestral worship, Hindu mythology and Buddhism have been major influences. However, regardless of what they were practicing, one factor has always remained constant: “Life in Bali is governed by religion” . […]
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Bali is beyond the ‘Eat, Pray, Love’ fame for people that truly know the city. Travelers mostly love Bali beyond its overwhelming rush of tourists in the peak season and small businesses that just exist to cater to tourists. The following are top seven places in Bali that will just blow you away: Uluwatu Temple […]
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Bali is known by many names to those who have visited the island. Many Indonesians refer to this slice of paradise as “Pulau Dewa” or “Island of the gods”. Since October 2002 the island has seen a marked downturn in the number of foreign tourists arriving to enjoy the scenic, cultural and religious diversity found […]
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Bali, one of the best vacationer’s paradises on earth is estimated to have brought 5.48 million tourists and earned US $7.2 billion in 2009 and that is not without reason. From the landscapes and the seascapes to the abundant options of accommodation and night life Bali has more buzz than any other tourist spot on […]
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