Nusa Penida tops list of backpacker travel destinations in 2020
Nusa Penida, in Bali's Klungkung regency, has been named as the number one destination for backpackers in 2020 by hostel reservation platform Hostelworld.
Special visas for Active Seniors likely to encourage quality tourism in Bali
As interest grows in developing retirement resorts, the government is being pressed to consider introducing a special visa scheme for senior travellers to Indonesia.
Omnibus Law taking shape with tax reforms on expatriate incomes
President Jokowi announced at his inauguration in October that his administration would soon be releasing the Omnibus Law, and even though this has yet to be finalized, plans are being shared and the response has been cautiously optimistic.
Bali gears up for the holiday season with extra AirAsia seats
As the Christmas and New Year holidays approach, AirAsia Indonesia recently announced it has prepared more seats and more flights to Bali to cope with additional passengers.
Indonesia looks to attract more foreign investors by cutting red tape
President Jokowi recently announced Indonesia will remove licensing procedure formalities that have been hampering foreign investment and slowing down the country's growth.
Collaboration with North Lombok businesses helps revive local communities
More than a year after Lombok's devastating earthquakes local businesses agree to work together to rebuild and rejuvenate local economies with affordable Flat Pack Housing.
The Indonesia-Australia Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (IA-CEPA) signed in March looks set to be ratified before the end of the year and it could be the foreign investment boost the new administration is looking for.
