Indonesia joins countries like Japan, the US, Mexico, and Europe in enforcing mandatory tourism taxes to address infrastructure strain from rising visitor numbers. Bali requires a \\$10 pre-departure fee, while other nations charge nightly hotel taxes or include fees in ticket prices. These funds support environmental preservation, public services, and cultural heritage, ensuring tourism remains sustainable and benefits local communities amid growing travel demand.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"