True to its legend, Bali delivers an exotic landscape, mesmerizing dances, fascinating temples and a myriad of crafts to be indelibly etched into the minds and hearts of tourists. Since its first encounter with well-known Western visitors in the 1930s, Bali has developed its tourism to embrace worldwide travelers. The secrets of Bali's thriving tourism lie in its isolation from world political turmoil, vividness of Balinese culture and arts, and array of amenities, facilities and leisure activities to accommodate any type of traveler.
How is Bali different from the rest of Indonesia?
Safety - In our present world of anxiety and uncertainty after the September 11 terror attacks in the United States, Bali remains one of the few escapes for vacationers. Although social unrest has existed in other parts of Indonesia, Bali stands unfazed by religious or political upheavals disorder. As an island paradise with crimson sunsets and tropical mystique, it has been shielded from a world of cruel reality. As one Japanese tourist describes it, "Bali is the safest haven when the world is collapsing around you."
Tourism - With an international appeal and a bustling economy driven by tourism, Bali has become a paragon for the rest of Indonesia plagued by political strife and stricken by economic deterioration. As a result, the Indonesian government implemented policies to improve facilities for advancing tourism on other islands, hoping to spark the spread of magic in Bali to the rest of the archipelago.
Religion - Although the majority of the population follow Islam in Indonesia, ninety-five percent of Balinese Hinduism adhere to. The Balinese ubiquitously express their religious devotion obligations through social, cultural practices and art endeavors. An estimated 20000 temples are located conveniently throughout this small island where people can celebrate endless series of ceremonies extending from birth to even after death.
Trained guides - Like many Asian nations, a foreign language is compulsory in secondary schools. In most parts of Indonesia, the common foreign language is either English or German, but in Bali, Japanese is required. "I like to come to Bali because I do not have to worry about communication problems," said Etsuko Murata who has visited Bali three times in the last five years. "I was surprised to find more Japanese than English spoken here," commented Ben Kingsley, an Australian who came to surf for the first time. Besides being trained to communicate in different languages with worldwide travelers, the tour guides are well prepared to handle the annual onslaughts of the three largest groups of visitors - the Australians, Japanese, and French.
What makes Bali tourism unique?
Guided Tours - Trying to reduce high unemployment and satisfy customers' needs in one stroke, the Indonesian government implemented a policy stipulating that vehicle tours, except buses, must provide an experienced driver and a trained guide for a maximum load of four passengers. Thus, guided tours are abundant and competitive; some even offer discounts and free coupons. Often unreliable and crowded, local buses run few and far between to the dissatisfaction of most passengers. Although popular among individual travelers, riding motorcycles rental faces danger in congested traffic and undisciplined. Motorcycle accidents have been the largest cause of death among foreign visitors to Bali to date. With those points in mind, most travelers opt for small guided tours ranging from US $ 15 to US $ 50 as the most convenient and the safest way to see Bali.
Accommodations range - Throughout the year, international travellers with a wide range of interests flock to Bali, some come for relaxation to dabble in water sports or simply sunbathe on the beach, " Other venture here for beauty - massage and cosmetology, others are still looking to immerse themselves in Balinese culture and art, others want to explore the strengths of Bali. For whatever reason, Bali offers a wide selection of accommodations, ranging from a losmen (10 USD for a bed) to a luxury five-star hotel (more than $ 100 per night), catering to every Visitor taste and budget. Young and restless foreigners hang out in the district of Kuta, famous for its nightlife and low budget bungalows. At the southern tip of the island, Nusa Dua, a tourist enclave is home to a host of luxury hotels and exclusive conceived in the traditional Balinese style. "We usually stay in the Australians losmens and enjoy the beach. At the other end of the scale, the Japanese prefer to stay in luxury hotels and go to beauty treatments or sightseeing" , said a guide Alba Tours (Tel: 62-361-281088, ext. 1745).
How is Bali different from the rest of Indonesia?
Safety - In our present world of anxiety and uncertainty after the September 11 terror attacks in the United States, Bali remains one of the few escapes for vacationers. Although social unrest has existed in other parts of Indonesia, Bali stands unfazed by religious or political upheavals disorder. As an island paradise with crimson sunsets and tropical mystique, it has been shielded from a world of cruel reality. As one Japanese tourist describes it, "Bali is the safest haven when the world is collapsing around you."
Tourism - With an international appeal and a bustling economy driven by tourism, Bali has become a paragon for the rest of Indonesia plagued by political strife and stricken by economic deterioration. As a result, the Indonesian government implemented policies to improve facilities for advancing tourism on other islands, hoping to spark the spread of magic in Bali to the rest of the archipelago.
Religion - Although the majority of the population follow Islam in Indonesia, ninety-five percent of Balinese Hinduism adhere to. The Balinese ubiquitously express their religious devotion obligations through social, cultural practices and art endeavors. An estimated 20000 temples are located conveniently throughout this small island where people can celebrate endless series of ceremonies extending from birth to even after death.
Trained guides - Like many Asian nations, a foreign language is compulsory in secondary schools. In most parts of Indonesia, the common foreign language is either English or German, but in Bali, Japanese is required. "I like to come to Bali because I do not have to worry about communication problems," said Etsuko Murata who has visited Bali three times in the last five years. "I was surprised to find more Japanese than English spoken here," commented Ben Kingsley, an Australian who came to surf for the first time. Besides being trained to communicate in different languages with worldwide travelers, the tour guides are well prepared to handle the annual onslaughts of the three largest groups of visitors - the Australians, Japanese, and French.
What makes Bali tourism unique?
Guided Tours - Trying to reduce high unemployment and satisfy customers' needs in one stroke, the Indonesian government implemented a policy stipulating that vehicle tours, except buses, must provide an experienced driver and a trained guide for a maximum load of four passengers. Thus, guided tours are abundant and competitive; some even offer discounts and free coupons. Often unreliable and crowded, local buses run few and far between to the dissatisfaction of most passengers. Although popular among individual travelers, riding motorcycles rental faces danger in congested traffic and undisciplined. Motorcycle accidents have been the largest cause of death among foreign visitors to Bali to date. With those points in mind, most travelers opt for small guided tours ranging from US $ 15 to US $ 50 as the most convenient and the safest way to see Bali.
Accommodations range - Throughout the year, international travellers with a wide range of interests flock to Bali, some come for relaxation to dabble in water sports or simply sunbathe on the beach, " Other venture here for beauty - massage and cosmetology, others are still looking to immerse themselves in Balinese culture and art, others want to explore the strengths of Bali. For whatever reason, Bali offers a wide selection of accommodations, ranging from a losmen (10 USD for a bed) to a luxury five-star hotel (more than $ 100 per night), catering to every Visitor taste and budget. Young and restless foreigners hang out in the district of Kuta, famous for its nightlife and low budget bungalows. At the southern tip of the island, Nusa Dua, a tourist enclave is home to a host of luxury hotels and exclusive conceived in the traditional Balinese style. "We usually stay in the Australians losmens and enjoy the beach. At the other end of the scale, the Japanese prefer to stay in luxury hotels and go to beauty treatments or sightseeing" , said a guide Alba Tours (Tel: 62-361-281088, ext. 1745).
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