CHARACTERISTICS OF TOURISM

1. Intangibility: Bali offers experiences that buyers cannot fully grasp before purchasing. For instance, the spiritual ambience of its temples or the serene atmosphere of its beaches cannot be fully felt until experienced firsthand.

2. Inseparability: Many of Bali's tourism services require both the provider and the tourist to be present simultaneously. Guided tours, cultural performances, and diving lessons are examples where the service provider's presence is essential.

3. Perishability: Bali's experiences cannot be stored for future use. If you miss a cultural performance or a sunrise trek, you can't relive it later. The island's vibrant festivals and ceremonies are unique to the moment.

4. Variability: Each visit to Bali can differ due to various factors like weather conditions, local events, and personal experiences. The same tourist attraction can offer different memories to different visitors.

5. Seasonal Fluctuations: Bali will experience seasonal fluctuations due to its tropical climate, with a wet season from November to March and a dry season from April to October, affecting tourism and local activities.

6. Irreversibility: A tourist experience in Bali is often considered irreversible because the unique culture, natural beauty, and warm hospitality create unforgettable memories that leave a lasting impact on visitors and cannot be return.

7. Interdependence: Visitors often rely on each other for shared experiences, recommendations, and the local economy benefits from their collective spending and interactions.

8. Spatial Fixity: Bali displays spatial fixity as visitors are often drawn to specific popular destinations and attractions, concentrating their activities in certain well-known areas.