North Bali Is Feeling Less Crowded As Tourists Encouraged To Book Last Minute Stays

With a wave of flight cancellations and travel disruptions impacting Bali travel, tourism leaders around the island are starting to report on the knock-on impact to their businesses.

As flight cancellations are starting to trigger hotel cancellations, certain parts of Bali are already starting to feel less crowded. 

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“Every Day is a Holiday in Bali”: March 18–20 Marks the Island’s Two Biggest Celebrations

In just 11 days, on Thursday, March 19th, we will observe Nyepi (the Hindu New Year), followed immediately by Idul Fitri (the end of Ramadan and the Muslim New Year) on Friday, March 20th.

In my early years here—27 years ago—I found the sheer number of holidays incredibly confusing. Eventually, I coined the phrase “Every Day in Bali is a Holiday.” I realized my staff were constantly heading off for a Christian holiday, a Muslim holiday, a Hindu holiday, and nowadays, even Indian or Chinese holidays. 

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Bali Gears Up for 2026 Eid al‑Fitr Domestic Tourism Surge with New Safety Measures

As Bali prepares to face the annual Eid al-Fitr holiday season in 2026, the Tourism Department has conducted an extensive inspection of major tourist spots around the island. In a recent press release, Deputy Minister of Tourism Ni Luh Puspa stated that the inspection was conducted to ensure tourist security as well as the island’s preparedness to receive a surge of domestic tourists, especially those traveling for religious tourism and spiritual pilgrimages during the peak holiday season. Bali is a culturally and spiritually rich island that attracts numerous tourists, both spiritual and leisure travelers.

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Bali Nyepi 2026 Guide: What to Know for the Day of Silence

Nyepi 2026 falls on March 19 and marks a total 24-hour shutdown across Bali. This year’s ritual is unique as it coincides with the Islamic tradition of Takbiran, requiring coordination between religious communities.

During this period, all transportation, including ferry services, will cease operation temporarily to honor the day. Understanding these schedules is essential for both residents and travelers on the island.

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Bali’s Lake Batur Cleaned Up As Kintamani Welcomes More Tourist Visits

Lake Batur is one of the most ecologically important landmarks in Bali; it also holds huge cultural and spiritual significance and is seeing a surge in interest from both domestic and international tourists.

As more attention is falling on the lake, local leaders have committed to keeping it cleaner and in better condition. 

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New Bali Regulation Threatens Jail for Illegal Rice Field Conversion into Villas

The Bali Provincial Government has introduced criminal sanctions to control the conversion of productive agricultural land into villas and commercial properties.

Bali Governor I Wayan Koster signed a Regional Regulation (Perda) on the Control of Productive Land Conversion and the Prohibition of Nominee Land Ownership Transfer on Tuesday, 24 February 2026.

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Drop In Tourist Arrivals Means It’s A Great Time To Explore Bali’s Ubud 

Although flight services have mostly resumed, the knock-on effect of last week’s major travel disruptions is starting to be felt in Bali.

Ubud is one of the areas that is feeling a little quieter than usual right now, and it could be set to stay that way for a couple of weeks more. For those looking for a last-minute escape, Ubud could be the ace to look for.

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BKSDA Bali Temporarily Closes Four Nature Tourism Parks During Nyepi

Temporary closures were imposed on four TWA areas, namely Lake Buyan-Lake Tamblingan in Buleleng Regency, TWA Panelokan in Bangli Regency, TWA Gunung Batur Bukit Payang, Bangli Regency and TWA Sangeh in Badung Regency.

With the closure, visits for nature tourism, research, and education activities in several conservation areas cannot be carried out for a while.

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Bali Immigration Waives Overstay Fines for Stranded Tourists

Bali immigration authorities have waived overstay fines for dozens of foreign nationals stranded on the island due to ongoing disruptions to international flights linked to thonflict in the Middle East.

The Bali Regional Office of the Directorate General of Immigration granted exemptions to 35 foreigners who overstayed their visas after flight routes to several destinations were suspended following the U.S.–Israel strikes on Iran on Feb. 28.

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Bali Governor Cracks Down On Illegal Money Changers In Top Tourism Destinations

Bali Governor Wayan Koster has announced that he is pushing for a new regulation that will crack down on illegal money changers in Bali’s most popular tourist resorts.

Bali is considered one of the safest travel destinations in the world, but scams are reportedly the biggest cause of concern for travelers. 

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