8 June 2026

Slumping rupiah makes Indonesia irresistible for Malaysian tourists, shoppers

The weak currency makes it a bargain for Malaysians seeking cheap holidays, with destinations like Bali in demand Indonesia has always been a favourite travel destination for Malaysians and visitor numbers are expected to increase with the neighbouring country’s currency hitting a record low. Melaka Tourism Association president Madelina Quah said the low rupiah presents an advantage...

Bali developers pitch double-digit yields as govt tightens property rules

Tourists walk near a lake on May 15 during a visit to Ulun Danu Beratan in Tabanan, Bali. The Ulun Danu Beratan management recorded that during the Ascension Day holiday period, visitor numbers reached about 2,200 per day, an increase from the usual daily average of 600 to 800 visitors. - Photo: Antara JAKARTA: Foreign investors are pouring money into Bali property on promises of double-digit returns...

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