Tourists traveling to Bali and across Indonesia must always be on alert for volcanic eruption alerts. Indonesia sits within the Pacific Ring of Fire, and Bali is home to two active volcanoes, Mount Batur and Mount Agung. This week, seismologists are closely watching Mount Semeru on Bali’s neighbouring island of Java. Mount Semeru can be found in East Java. The peak is one of the most...

 The rainy season is coming to a close in Bali and across Indonesia. While the end of the rain brings a sense of relief in many ways, as the country begins to recover after one of the most intense and destructive rainy seasons in living memory, another threat is just around the corner: drought and wildfires.  The Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency has not yet officially declared that the...

It has been three years since Bali published its list of Do’s and Don’ts for travelers. The list of acceptable behavior from visitors was hoped to set a new precedent for tourists, admitting a rise in unruly and disrespectful behavior. As the island is expecting to welcome a record-breaking number of tourists in 2026, the majority of whom are visiting for the first time, we thought it was a good...

There are many landmarks and cultural heritage sites in Bali that are world famous. Whether it be the Ulun Danu Beratan Temple floating on the lake or the iconic Kelingking Beach viewpoint in Nusa Penida, Bali has more than its fair share of bucket list destinations. There is, however, one spot that has caught travelers’ attention for over a decade. During the first wave of social media...

In the grand scheme of things, Bali is one of the most affordable and accessible travel destinations in the world. That being said, it is a destination that can secretly become expensive very quickly, and we’re not talking about the temptations of exploring Uluwatu’s gorgeous shopping boutiques. From restaurant taxes to destination entry fees, to attraction tickets and visa costs, here, we thought...

By the end of 2026, Bali will have welcomed more than 7 million international arrivals. While the vast majority of visitors to the province obey the law and honor local culture, there is always a small minority who commit major violations and cause problems to local community members and tarnish the island’s image.  Any tourist in Bali who gets caught breaking the law or disrupting...

Indonesia's flag carrier Garuda Indonesia is making Bali a hub for Eastern Indonesia, connecting it with international routes to strengthen the regional economy, including tourism. "We are optimizing Denpasar's role as an international hub integrated with eastern Indonesia, particularly Papua," said an official of Garuda Indonesia, Dewa Bagus Rendra Maha Putera in Denpasar, Bali on Thursday, as...

For anyone who has visited Bali before, you will be all too aware of how the island’s sidewalks and pavements are generally in pretty bad condition. From broken paving slabs to gaping holes in the sidewalk, the situation is a cause for concern for both local community members and tourists.  The situation has almost become something of a joke. Yesterday, with it being April Fool’s...

Don't just visit Bali, experience it! This weekly “Bali Travel & Real Estate News” summary is your key to unlocking a richer, more informed journey. Tune in each week and discover how to make the most of your time in paradise. This Weeks Bali News Visitor Fees in Kintamani Bali Clarified as Tourism Sees Strong Growth As one of Bali’s fastest-growing tourism hotspots,...

Ubud’s world-famous Monkey Forest has confirmed it will increase entry fees for all visitors with immediate effect. Monkey Forest Ubud is consistently ranked among the most popular attractions in Bali for both international and domestic visitors.  The entry-ticket increases are noticeable but not so significant that budget-conscious tourists need to drastically change their plans....