How much does tourism bring to Bali?

It shows how much value the contribution of Bali tourism to the National Tourism. The Ministry of Tourism said during 2014, the tourism sector accounts for foreign exchange of US$ 10.69 billion or equivalent to IDR 136 trillion (Website of Kata Data, 2016).

Does Indonesia rely on tourism?

The tourism industry is an important part of Indonesia’s economy, contributing almost five percent of its gross domestic product.

When did tourism start in Bali?

Mass tourism really only began in the 1960s, and in just a few decades, the island became one of the most visited places in Asia. Bali, the holiday island, is a relatively recent phenomenon but one that has changed the island immeasurably.

Are international tourists allowed to visit Bali?

International tourists remain banned from visiting Bali in line with the policy of the Government of Indonesia, although some will be allowed into Bali as part of trial-runs leading up to Bali’s eventual reopening. More on this below. As it stands, those allowed entry into Bali are the following:

When will Bali reopen for tourism?

Bali has indeed reopened its gates for domestic tourism but has backtracked on its September 11 international reopening. According to Antara, Indonesia’s state-run news agency, International tourists will remain banned from entering Bali until the year 2021.

Can I travel to Bali with covid-19?

Yes, if you are a resident of Indonesia. Bali has opened its borders only to domestic travellers and the statistics have shown encouraging figures in relation to Bali’s Covid-19 cases for the last two weeks.

What is the recovery rate of Bali?

With 96,642 cases of recovery, Bali’s recovery rate is at 90 percent. There is still a travel restriction in place for Indonesia where passengers are not allowed to transit or enter the country, with a few exceptions. Bali relies heavily on tourism and had welcomed 6.3 million foreign visitors in the year 2019.