As the geopolitical conflict in the Middle East continues to cast a shadow over the global travel sector, Bali is surprisingly seeing an increase in arrivals. As global travel experts prepare for a decline in tourism, particularly in the leisure sector, Bali is showing the world that nothing can keep tourists from pursuing their vacation dreams. Bali is TripAdvisor’s Best Destination in...
The Future of Wellness is Here: Sanur Named Indonesia's Medical Tourism Hub! 🇮🇩✨ Huge updates on the new Special Economic Zone at Serangan Island inside! SANUR Center of Financial Wellness and Medical TourismApril 4th 2026 According to Gemini AI As of May 2026, the Indonesian government is actively accelerating the development of the **Kura Kura Bali Special Economic Zone...
Bali is deploying a new Immigration Task Force Team to help keep tourists safe and crack down on illegal and unruly behavior. The new team, known as the Dharma Dewata Task Force, has been officially inaugurated by the Directorate General of Immigration at the Puputan Margarana Niti Mandala Renon Field in Denpasar this week. The new task force comprises hundreds of immigration officers....
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 Garuda Indonesia Sets Bali as Hub for Eastern, International Routes Indonesia’s flag carrier Garuda Indonesia is...
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...
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...
Tourists in Bali this week will notice that things feel a little different…a little more reverent, a little more sacred, and a little more celebratory. This is because on Thursday, 19th March, Bali will observe Nyepi Day, also known as the holy day of silence. Just days later on Saturday 21st March all of Indonesia will observe Eid al-Fitr as a national public holiday. All of these...
Reporter: Mohammed Noor The ogoh-ogoh parade took place at the 2026 Kasanga Festival in Denpasar, Bali, on March 6, 2026. The event, organized by the Denpasar City Government, featured 16 of the best works to honor the creativity of young people in preserving traditions and welcoming Nyepi Day, the Saka New Year 1948. Antara/Nyoman Hendra Wibowo TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Nyepi 2026 falls on...
The Bali Sun Bali is set to welcome more than 7 million international tourists this year, and traveler demographics are starting to change. Since the beginning of January, Bali has been recording a steady increase in the number of tourists from countries across the Middle East. While international airport and airspace closures over the Middle East over the last few days have triggered travel...
As tensions in the Middle East are rising and conflict is accelerating at an alarming rate, Bali remains a safe destination for foreigners. Safety is one of the most important considerations for international travelers. In terms of the impact of major geopolitical conflict, Indonesia is often recognised alongside countries like Switzerland, New Zealand, South Africa, and Argentina as one of the...
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