Bali reassures foreign tourists as Zika virus concerns emerge

Denpasar, Bali (ANTARA) - The Bali Tourism Office has reassured international travelers to remain confident about traveling to the island following a US health advisory concerning the Zika virus. "I hope tourists are not afraid to come to Bali, because Bali is a safe and comfortable place to vacation," Head of the Bali Tourism Office I Wayan Sumarajaya said on Sunday. Sumarajaya emphasized that his...

Maybank Marathon eyes bigger 2027 edition after successful Bali race

BALI — The 15th edition of the Maybank Marathon — Indonesia’s first World Athletics Elite Label Road Race — concluded successfully in Bali on Sunday with 14,100 runners from 46 countries. Maybank Indonesia President Director Steffano Ridwan confirmed that the marathon would return to Bali next year, saying the challenge was to make the event bigger and more attractive while maintaining the...

Secret Alas Kedaton Monkey Forest Is Bali’s Crowd-Free Wildlife Adventure 

One of Bali’s most famous wild animals is the macaque monkey. These beautiful and super-intelligent primates hold deep spiritual significance for Balinese people and can be found in their natural habitats from Ubud to Uluwatu and plenty of forested areas in between.  While the monkeys at Uluwatu Temple have been described as running a ‘criminal enterprise’ and the monkeys at the Sacred Monkey...

Staying Connected While On Vacation In Bali Is Easier Than Ever, But Tourists Ask if Offline Vacation Is Still Possible?

Once upon a time, we could jet off on vacation for two weeks and not be contacted by folks back home, for better or for worse. We’d have to wait to get our vacation snap developed and printed, and would proudly show them to friends and family in a beautiful bound photo album. With phones and connectivity now a percent and ever-present part of everyday life, here we’ve started wondering if it is...

A Canberra Girl’s Guide to Uluwatu

Dreaming of long, sunny days by the beach? Bali’s Uluwatu might just be the escape you need. Known for stunning clifftop views, golden sunsets, beach clubs, and world-class surf breaks, Uluwatu has become a popular destination for those seeking that perfect mix of Balinese culture, dynamic nightlife, and serene natural surroundings. It’s a little bit more up-market that other areas and possibly a...

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This Week’s Bali Travel and Real Estate News

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Bali Risks Drought In Top Tourism Destinations: Here’s What Tourists Need To Know

The dry season is becoming increasingly extreme in Bali year on year. It is an issue being faced around the country and around the world. As the climate changes, the impact is felt by the most vulnerable people, and the Bali Government is working to implement anticipatory measures to support both local communities and tourists as the risk of drought looms over the island. Speaking to reporters this...

Maybank Marathon 2026, Bali, Saturday, 23 August 2026

​Maybank Indonesia confirms that all preparations for the Maybank Marathon 2026, held in Partnership with VISA, are now in their final stage. The event will return for its 15th edition on Sunday, 23 August 2026, with the start and finish lines at the Bali United Training Center in Gianyar, Bali. Bali United Training Center in Gianyar, Bali. ​Presenting this year with the theme “Pace...

Bali Rises as a Major Destination for Weddings

As reported by NusaBali, Bali’s Wedding Industry Annually handles 2,500–3,000 weddings, as international and domestic demand grows for “tying the knot” in Paradise. Bali’s wedding industry is a major component of the Island’s tourism industry, driving economic activity across various sectors. Veronika Ika Prawasti, Chairperson of the Bali Wedding Association (BWA), said that, on...

Upgrades To Bali Airport For Tourists Revealed In Honor Of Independence Day

Bali Airport is one of Indonesia’s busiest airports, welcoming millions of passengers every year. The airport has long worked to upgrade facilities to make travel more comfortable, and this Independence Day, it opened new facilities to the public.  Bali’s I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport is operated by PT Angkasa Pura Indonesia (Persero), which is in charge of ensuring that all...

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