Indonesia’s Bali eyes water taxis to tackle traffic woes
Bali plans to launch a water taxi service from Ngurah Rai International Airport by December to combat the island's severe traffic congestion. The service aims to provide a faster, more convenient transportation option for tourists traveling to popular resort areas like Kuta, Seminyak, and Uluwatu.
The initiative comes as Bali experiences a surge in tourism, exacerbating existing traffic problems. Trial runs using traditional canoes have shown promising results, with travel times to Uluwatu potentially reduced from over an hour by car to just 25-30 minutes using modern water taxis. Local authorities hope the water taxi service will encourage tourists to opt for sea transport, easing road congestion for both visitors and residents.
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Bali plans to launch a water taxi service from Ngurah Rai International Airport by December to combat the island's severe traffic congestion. The service aims to provide a faster, more convenient transportation option for tourists traveling to popular resort areas like Kuta, Seminyak, and Uluwatu.
The initiative comes as Bali experiences a surge in tourism, exacerbating existing traffic problems. Trial runs using traditional canoes have shown promising results, with travel times to Uluwatu potentially reduced from over an hour by car to just 25-30 minutes using modern water taxis. Local authorities hope the water taxi service will encourage tourists to opt for sea transport, easing road congestion for both visitors and residents.
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