Travel to Indonesia

[chillyinCanada]

That's enough arguing. I can't moderate this thread because I'm a posting member within it. But as a general member posting in a thread, I can report the same as any other general member.

So cut it out.

We are all eager to know and/or go. Discussion is good, hope is good.

 

[Dan]

No need for vaccines. Those COVID-19 survivals got natural vaccines.

Sounds like the virus has been 'vaccinating' people.

 

[Centrals]

Indonesian Government Says Bali Will Reopen For International Tourism In October

Someone has posted it on another thread.

Meantime:

Hundreds Of Australians Take Repatriation Flight Home After Losing Their Businesses In Bali

 

[drrich2]

If and when this happens for Bali, what does that mean for the international tourist who wants to go elsewhere in Indonesia, such as Raja Ampat of Komodo? Does entry into Bali get one past the barrier to entry (with freedom to travel around Indonesia from there), or just grant permission to be in Bali itself?

 

[Centrals]

If and when this happens for Bali, what does that mean for the international tourist who wants to go elsewhere in Indonesia, such as Raja Ampat of Komodo? Does entry into Bali get one past the barrier to entry (with freedom to travel around Indonesia from there), or just grant permission to be in Bali itself?

Take it easy mate.
Bali is NOT open yet.
I would imagine it will be step by step approach similar to the "sandbox" in Thailand. They need to test the waters first. Could well be a gradual process but anything is possible.

 

[Centrals]

Bali Aims To Open The International Travel Corridor For 4 Countries Next Month

Bali officials have planned to reopen the international travel corridor for 4 countries once the border reopens in the near future.

thebalisun.com

Another aim/plan!
America, England, Germany and Russia!
Australian, the most popular national to the island is not on the list.

England!!!! So Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales are excluded!!! I do not realize they hold different passports from the English.
Bali Vice Governor, knew nothing about it!!!!! PATHETIC.

Indonesia: Bali tourist arrivals by country 2024| Statista

Australia was the largest feeder market for direct foreign tourist arrivals to Bali.

www.statista.com

Vaccination;
Australia: 42%
Russia: 28%
Germany is higher, not sure about England but UK is 67%.

75% of the islanders are fully vaccinated!
Singapore has a slightly higher population and never had any issue with the supply of vaccine and also with far superior resources could only reach 80% so far.

 

[Indah]

Bali Aims To Open The International Travel Corridor For 4 Countries Next Month

Bali officials have planned to reopen the international travel corridor for 4 countries once the border reopens in the near future.

thebalisun.com

Another aim/plan!
America, England, Germany and Russia!
Australian, the most popular national to the island is not on the list.

England!!!! So Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales are excluded!!! I do not realize they hold different passports from the English.
Bali Vice Governor, knew nothing about it!!!!! PATHETIC.

Indonesia: Bali tourist arrivals by country 2024| Statista

Australia was the largest feeder market for direct foreign tourist arrivals to Bali.

www.statista.com

Vaccination;
Australia: 42%
Russia: 28%
Germany is higher, not sure about England but UK is 67%.

75% of the islanders are fully vaccinated!
Singapore has a slightly higher population and never had any issue with the supply of vaccine and also with far superior resources could only reach 80% so far.

In these numbers children below 12 years old are not included. But indeed a great number. However some parts of Indonesia it is below 5%. https://vaksin.kemkes.go.id/#/provinces

 

[Centrals]

In these numbers children below 12 years old are not included. But indeed a great number. However some parts of Indonesia it is below 5%. https://vaksin.kemkes.go.id/#/provinces

I assumed the Vice Gov of Bali has NO jurisdiction on other areas and probably couldn't careless as well.
The main point is whether his aim/plan/proposal will receive approval from Jakarta.
Could well be another "talk the talk" and nothing happens at the end.

 

[Centrals]

Bali airport to reopen to travellers from some countries on Oct 14: Indonesian coordinating minister

JAKARTA: Indonesia will reopen Bali's airport to some international travellers on Oct 14, said Coordinating Minister for Maritime Affairs and Investment Luhut Pandjaitan on Monday (Oct 4). Speaking at a virtual press conference, Mr Pandjaitan said that the airport on the popular tourist island...

www.channelnewsasia.com

Interestingly the names of America, England, Germany and Russia were not mentioned!
Instead South Korea, Japan, china and UAE are.
Jakarta rules.

 

[Centrals]

It is just a tiny step forward if "business visa" is still the only option.

This is far more significant to Bali!!!!

Australian border to reopen for first time in pandemic

Vaccinated Australians can start travelling abroad from November, ending an 18-month ban.

www.bbc.com