The future of tourism in Bali is looking bright, and we at The Colony Hotel Bali are looking forward to an exciting and positive 2024. Since the borders reopened, the future of tourism in Bali, along with the hospitality industry, has been steadily recovering with a record number of tourists coming to holiday in Bali.
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In August this year, the island welcomed approximately 3.4 million tourists, and by the end of 2023, it is expected to welcome 1.1 million more. This number is only expected to increase in 2024 – in fact, the Indonesian government has announced that it is expecting more than 11 million international tourists in 2024, which is great news for the future of tourism in Bali.
What Is The Tourism Trend In 2024?
We at The Colony Hotel Bali are thrilled to welcome the brand new year and all of the trends it brings. According to the Indonesian Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy, sustainability will be a big hospitality trend in 2024, with 56.76% of experts agreeing that there will be a strong demand for environmentally friendly tourism in the coming years.
To meet this demand, the Indonesian government has outlined several steps to meet the demand for sustainability in the hospitality landscape 2024 including:
- The development of infrastructure and the upgrading of facilities in major tourist destinations to improve the quality of experiences for tourists.
- Preserving and highlighting the local culture for an authentic and meaningful tourist experience.
- Preserving local culture to make the tourist experience more authentic and meaningful.
- Spread awareness and encourage efforts in sustainability and environmental responsibility in all aspects of tourism development.
- Improve accessibility by land, sea, and air to destinations with superior potential.
Creative tourism will also see a huge uptake in 2024, impacting the future of tourism in Bali with experts predicting a 90.48% growth when compared to 2022.
Culinary tourism has boomed in recent years, topping $805.9 billion globally in 2022 with travelers eager to explore a destination through its restaurants, farms, and traditional ingredients and dishes in an ever-growing list of ways.
Wellness tourism is another sector that is growing in demand, escalating to be the most popular and fastest-growing sector in the tourism industry for 2024.
Immersive experiences are also rising in interest, with many tourists wanting to enjoy one-of-a-kind and authentic experiences with locals whether cooking classes, village tours or farm-to-table experiences.
The Best Places For Tourism In Bali
The entire island is an amazing destination for tourists coming to holiday in Bali with something for everyone at every turn. Seminyak, where you’ll find The Colony Hotel Bali, is the island’s most fashionable hub and the center of entertainment, cuisine, shopping and pampering. If you’re wondering what you can do at The Colony Hotel Bali, you can look forward to:
Seminyak Beach: Located just 100 meters away from The Colony Hotel Bali, a great spot to relax and unwind, whether you just want to soak up the sun, go surfing, take a walk along the sandy shores or enjoy a magical sunset with live music in one of the many beach bars.
Excellent Shopping: Seminyak is a shopper’s haven. When it comes to designer clothing, there are huge brand names like Arturo, Biasa, Milo and Uluwatu Lace that will have you head-over-heels in love with their beautiful curated collections. Also available are shops selling souvenirs, handicrafts and trinkets, as well as rattan bags, leather sandals and handcrafted wood and stone items, art galleries & home décor.
World-Class Dining: Seminyak has many outstanding restaurants to choose from, run by some of the world’s most famous chefs. Consider Bambu for Indonesian fine dining, Sarong for distinct Asian cuisine with a modern twist, Merah Putih for modern Indonesian fare and La Luciolla for great Italian classics.
Entertainment & Nightlife: There is nowhere better than Seminyak if you’re a party lover or a night owl! Motel Mexicola, ShiShi, Ku De Ta, Potato Head, Red Ruby and Gay bars like Bottoms Up and Bali Joe are all minutes away from The Colony Hotel Bali.
Pampering: The best spas are all in Seminyak including award-winning spas like Bodyworks, Spring Spa and Sundari Spa, offering bespoke body, hair, face and nail treatments that will leave you feeling fresh and brand new.
Holiday In Bali At The Colony Hotel Bali
Explore the rest of the island from Seminyak and The Colony Hotel Bali with day tours or overnight excursions. Head to Uluwatu for stunning white sand beaches and challenging surfs, or embark on a waterfall tour in Ubud and Bangli, or a temple tour in Karangasem and east Bali.
A hike up Mount Batur or Mount Abang would appeal to adventure lovers and if you want to explore Bali’s lush and hilly Lake District, drive to Bedugul or Munduk. Divers and snorkelers will love Amed and Tulamben in east Bali, while the West Bali National Park is great for nature lovers.
Of course, a trip to the sister islands Nusa Penida, Lembongan and Ceningan is a must while you’re here, and from The Colony Hotel Bali.