Bali is planning to reopen its tourism

News24xx.com - Bali is planning to reopen its borders to international tourism in September announced the Governor of Bali, Wayan Koster.

The Bali Governor stated that domestic tourism will resume on July 9th, 2020, and will continue into August.

According to Jakarta Globe, Indonesia’s Tourism and Creative Economy Ministry, Wishnutama Kusubandio,  says it will be implementing a Cleanliness, Health, and Safety (CHS) program across the archipelago’s top tourist destinations as it prepares to welcome visitors after the coronavirus pandemic, with Bali set on becoming the project’s pilot location. 

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“We must be able to build tourist trust, tourism is a business of trust, we must be able to build and create a sense of security and comfort for travelers while enjoying Bali.”

The Minister also examined several popular tourist sites during his visits to Bali, such as Nusa Dua, Tirta Empul Temple and Garuda Wisnu Kencana Culture Park.

"The local authorities should carefully prepare before reopening the tourism and creative economy sectors. There is no need to rush. The tourism sector largely depends on the guests' confidence in the safety and comfort of the island," he said.

The Governor of Bali also said that the local government has already prepared three phases for the implementation of the new health protocol.

In the second stage - from August - the island plans to start hosting guests from Indonesia. On the third stage - in September - Bali islands will open its borders to international tourists.

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As information, Bali has been ranked 2nd among top destinations in the world that travelers want to return to when the pandemic ends. Dutch online ticketing company Booking.com has recorded growing wishlists on its app, listed by people in quarantine around the world in March and April.

On the list, Bali ranks second among the most desirable tourist destinations.