Indonesia is halting new hotel building in Bali, citing rampant overtourism

Indonesia is halting new hotel building in Bali, citing rampant overtourism

Indonesia is halting new hotel construction in parts of Bali due to overtourism concerns. Bali saw nearly 3 million international visitors in the first half of this year. Its governor said the aim is to promote “quality” tourism amid incidents of foreigners acting badly. Indonesia says it will suspend the construction of new hotels in … Read more

The Absolute Beauty of Indonesian Rice Fields From the Air

The sight of rice fields in Indonesia, especially when captured from the air by a drone, is truly breathtaking. These fields, known as “sawah,” create a stunning patchwork of green and gold landscapes that are a testament to the intricate and labor-intensive agricultural practices of the region. In places like Bali and Java, rice is … Read more