The Traveling Witch

Thirteen international airlines are considering the launch of direct flights to Bali, connecting the island with major markets such as Ch ina, Russia, Japan, India, and the United States. These potential routes are still in the planning stages. According to Handy Heryudhitiawan, General Manager of I Gusti Ngurah Rai Bali Airport, several airlines have expressed interest in securing slots for regular flights to Bali . Although some have submitted their requests, they have yet to begin operating these routes. Airlines that booked slots for the 2023 dry season are still in the process of entering the market. "T hey must go through the process of reapplying for flight approvals, which includes finalizing their schedules and selecting the appropriate aircraft, " Handy mentioned. The airport is currently waiting for final confirmations on these proposals. Tjok Bagus Pemayun, Head of Bali’s Provincial Tourism Office, added that among the proposed airlines, three or four are based i

The 2024 Africa-Indonesia Forum concluded in Bali, where officials and experts shared innovative ideas across sectors like tourism, agriculture, industry, and trade. Bali’s tourism industry focused on adopting conservation tourism models from African countries. Sandiaga Uno, Indonesia’s Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy, highlighted the significance of these practices. He explained how African nations have transformed cultural heritage into tourist attractions while promoting conservation. He cited examples like Algeria, which has more Roman ruins than Italy, and Tanzania, where 30% of the economy is fueled by wildlife tourism. During the forum, Zanzibar, a Tanzanian island, was often compared to Bali. Although some mistakenly referred to Zanzibar as a country, it shares many similarities with Bali. Both destinations face the challenge of managing tourism growth while preserving their cultural and natural environments. Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan, Indonesia’s Minister for Maritime A

  AirAsia has launched direct flights between Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) and Komodo International Airport (LBJ) in Labuan Bajo, Indonesia. This marks the first time an international airline offers a direct connection to the island, famous for its native Komodo dragons. The first flight arrived in Labuan Bajo on September 3, 2024, kicking off the three-times-a-week service. This route offers over 4,000 seats per week. It is expected to boost tourism and benefit local economies in Indonesia and Malaysia. AirAsia stated that the new route is likely to bring more visitors to the region, positively impacting local businesses. With the Fly-Thru service, travelers from Asia and Australia can now reach Komodo National Park and Flores island with just one stop in Kuala Lumpur. AirAsia Malaysia’s Managing Director, Dato’ Captain Fareh Mazputra, emphasized Indonesia's importance as a key market. He also mentioned the airline's ongoing collaboration with AirAsia Indo