Tourists increasingly rely on shipping services to send souvenirs from Bali
Bringing back souvenirs is an inseparable part of the Bali travel experience. However, limited airline baggage allowances and the volume of purchased items have led many tourists to use shipping services to send goods back to their home cities or overseas.
This trend is evident in the rising use of logistics services by tourists visiting Bali. Items shipped range from local delicacies, handicrafts, clothing, to souvenir products purchased during their stay.
Muhammad Ekhsan, a shipping service agent in Bali, said demand for shipments typically rises during holiday seasons and long weekends. Many tourists opt to send part of their luggage to make the return journey more convenient.
“During holiday periods, shipping demand increases. Tourists prefer sending souvenirs or luggage as it’s more convenient than carrying everything in suitcases,” Ekhsan stated.
He noted domestic tourists send items to various cities, with major destinations including Jakarta, Medan, and Makassar. International tourists also use shipping services to send Bali’s signature products to their home countries.
Foreign tourists typically ship handicrafts, accessories, fashion items, and local supplements, with Australia, Singapore, and Malaysia as common destinations.
Ekhsan observed high tourist mobility in Bali creates recurring logistics demand, opening business opportunities in the shipping sector.
He noted significant logistics business potential in tourist destinations, driven by continuous visitor numbers and year-round shipping needs.
The rising shipping demand in tourist areas has caught the attention of logistics industry players. Febri Andika, Chief Retail Officer at Lion Parcel, said high tourism activity drives increased shipping service demand.
He added logistics services are increasingly part of everyday life, including tourism. Tourists need not just transport for travel but also solutions to ease shipping during and after trips.
“High tourist mobility drives growing shipping demand. This presents opportunities not only for customer-friendly services but also for community business ventures through agent partnerships,” Febri said.
He added that agent networks across tourist areas help tourists access shipping services more easily, while also contributing to the growth of local logistics businesses.
The trend of tourists using shipping services shows logistics are no longer merely supporting trade activities. In tourist destinations like Bali, such services have become part of travel needs, especially for those wishing to enjoy holidays without the hassle of carrying excess luggage home.