New Year’s celebrations in Bali left 20 tonnes of trash on tourist beaches
– 100,000s of tourists partied across Bali’s beaches, streets, and private homes
– Huge fireworks display on Kuta, Legian, and Seminyak beaches drew tens of thousands
– 20 tonnes of trash left behind by revelers added to existing plastic waste
Clean-up Efforts
– Badung Regency Environment and Hygiene Service (DLHK) and Coke-Cola sponsored 15 workers in clean-up
– Coordinator notes easier clean-up due to less ocean trash, team on standby during rainy season
– Bali government plans to use 50-70% of tourism tax to address waste management
Next Steps
– Officials aim to work with beachfront traders to reduce waste at source
– Simple solutions like putting coconut shells in plastic bags can make a big difference
– Focus on tackling waste management issues with 50-70% of new tourism tax
The Future
– Island’s top tourist destinations focused on remaining clean and tidy
– Acting Governor plans to use significant portion of new tourism tax for waste management
Plan Your Bali Vacation
– Book English-speaking drivers for airport transfers and tours
– Choose from thousands of hotels, resorts, and hostels with free cancellation
– Get travel insurance covering medical expenses in Bali
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