Indonesia has identified three key areas for tourism in 2026: gastronomy, maritime, and wellness tourism. Across these three themes, Bali offers so much to tourists, from incredible spas to once-in-a-lifetime underwater encounters to multi-award-winning restaurants. As Bali celebrated the Food, Hotel and Tourism Bali (FHTB) Exhibition this week, leaders are now set to work on new ways to...
Bali is working to pioneer sustainable tourism as standard. The island’s traditional philosophy of Tri Hita Karana, the harmony between people, planet, and the spiritual realms, still governs many aspects of day-to-day life. As tourism continues to grow, leaders are seeking new ways to manage the sector that benefit local businesses, communities, and the land. This week, the Denpasar...
The AI Revolution is happening right before our eyes. The travel sector is quickly adapting to keep up with AI advances, and in Bali, leaders are hopeful that the technology can help promote new destinations, grow local businesses, and support tourists with their travel needs. In December 2025, the Indonesian national tourism board, Wonderful Indonesia, launched its very own AI...
Bali’s Kuta Beach is indisputably one of the most famous destinations in all of Southeast Asia. As one of the region’s oldest and most established travel hotspots, it is fair to say that in recent years it has started to show signs of its age. Over the last 12 months, extensive efforts have been made to level up this iconic resort to welcome a new generation of holidaymakers. From...
Bali’s water taxi initiative has been on the cards for some time, but the major development project looks like it’s about to really get moving. With Bali’s issues with traffic congestion getting increasingly worse, leaders in the province have been seeking novel solutions to help keep both local residents and tourists moving with ease. One solution has received near-unanimous support: make use of...
Bali is one of the most adaptable tourism destinations in the world. As a travel destination, Bali is one of the most responsive to trends and keen to deliver. This capacity to pivot and change at a moment’s notice is one of the many reasons why the island is the number one travel destination in the world in 2026. Bali is the number one travel destination in the world for 2026, as...
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,...
Bali, Indonesia’s world-famous island, is preparing for a remarkable year in tourism. Officials have set an ambitious target of 6.6 million international visitors in 2026. This reflects the island’s continued appeal as a top destination for travellers from around the world. Beyond numbers, the focus is on quality tourism that benefits both visitors and local communities. For anyone planning a trip...
Imelda R 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. The regulation aims to protect...
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