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...
The Bali Sun - The Indonesian Directorate General of Immigration has launched an investigation into ‘problematic’ foreign investment companies that are sponsoring hundreds of visas for foreigners in the country, many of whom are in Bali. The investigation comes as Indonesia’s Immigration teams look to crack down on visa violations and close loopholes in the law. During a press...
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