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.
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3 Incredible Dance And Cultural Festivals Kick Off In Bali Tourism Hotspots
It’s the peak travel season in Bali, and there are three incredible cultural festivals happening on the island this month that tourists simply must add to their itineraries.
As the Bali Arts Festival picks up speed in Denpasar, the island is also about to celebrate the Lovina Festival and Just Dance It Out 2025.
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Bali Joins with Tokyo, Singapore, Kyoto, Sydney and Phuket: New Report Reveals Shift in Asia Pacific Luxury Travel Trends
In 2025, luxury travel in Asia Pacific is taking on a new meaning. According to a recent report from the Luxury Group at Marriott International, what high-net-worth travelers are looking for has shifted dramatically. Gone are the days when the ultimate luxury was defined by opulent hotel suites and designer shopping sprees.
Today’s travelers are much more focused on experiences that nurture both the body and the soul—whether it’s wellness retreats, connecting with local cultures, or crafting a personalized journey that reflects their own values.
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Bali Shares Updates On Tourism Tax Spending As Holidaymakers Encouraged To Pay Up
Latest figures indicate that the number of tourists visiting Bali is increasing compared to 2024. By the end of the year, the province is on track to see a 10-12% increase in the number of international tourists.
As visitor numbers rise, officials are calling for all tourists to remember to pay their Tourism Tax Levy contribution.
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Bali Leaders Raise Questions Over New Bali Airport Plans In Emerging Tourism Destination
Earlier this week, the team behind the North Bali International Airport development project announced that, after years of waiting, they have finally secured funding for the multi-million-dollar initiative.
Yet, just as the development team celebrates more green lights, Bali Governor Wayan Koster is questioning the sources of the funding.
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Tourists traveling to Bali or across Indonesia are advised to closely monitor volcanic activity in the country.
Volcanic activity across Indonesia is increasing, especially on the islands neighbouring Bali, and eruptions have been impacting flights.
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Bali’s Kuta Beach To Get Makeover As Popular Resort Welcomes New Generation Of Holidaymakers
Bali’s Kuta Beach is perhaps the most famous beach resort in all of Indonesia. As one of Bali’s oldest tourist hangouts, Kuta Beach has been in need of some serious renovation works over the last few years.
Leaders are also investing huge sums of money in creating new breakwaters to prevent further erosion of the resort’s popular shoreline.
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Why Millennials are choosing Bali over Byron Bay: a generational shift in villa living
In recent years, a surprising trend has emerged among young Australians: leaving behind traditional coastal towns like Byron Bay in favour of new experiences in stunning Bali villas. This shift reflects a transformation in millennial preferences, who value not just relaxation and natural beauty, but also comfort, innovation, and a healthy lifestyle.
Join us as we explore why Bali has become the top destination for millennials and how its villas, offering first-class services and wellness-focused spaces, are transforming the way they experience holidays.
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Indonesian Immigration Updates Visa Free Travel List Impacting Bali Tourists
Indonesia has confirmed that it has updated its list of visitor visa exemptions. This updated list includes 15 countries whose citizens and passport holders are permitted to enter Indonesia for up to 30 days without requiring a visa.
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Bali Named 3rd Best Island In The World In Top Travel Awards
Bali has been named as one of the best islands for travel in the world…yet again! For the last 20 years, Bali has been topping the charts as one of the world’s leading travel destinations, and in 2025, the momentum is not slowing down.
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Major Road Repairs May Impact Traffic Congestion In Bali Tourism Hotspot
Tourists planning to travel within Tabanan regency or along the Denpasar-Gilimanuk Highway during their upcoming trip to Bali must be aware of major disruptions that will be in place for at least a month.Blog With Photos & Details Here_____________________
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Bali’s tourism levy collection in 2024 exceeds expectations, money being put to good useThe Bali provincial government has collected 318 billion rupiah (US$19.2 million) in 2024 through the Foreign Tourism Levy (PWA), which is paid by arriving travellers via the We Love Bali app or at designated counters at the airport. The collection had surpassed the target of 250 billion rupiah.
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Indonesia: Short-Term Visa Policies Updated
The Indonesian government has updated its visa policies under a new immigration decree. First, visa-free entry and visa-on-arrival have now been classified as Index A1 and B1 (previously, Index A2 and B2). These new classifications apply to tourists and allow a wide range of non-employment activities, including yacht-based tourism, participation in meetings, corporate-funded trips, conventions, exhibitions, family visits, transit, other business functions and undergoing medical treatment. However, they are prohibited from conducting hands-on work activities.
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Prabowo greenlights second Bali airport development
Coordinating Minister for Community Empowerment Muhaimin Iskandar stated that President Prabowo Subianto has approved the development of North Bali International Airport (BIBU
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New Medical Tourism Facilities Are Changing The Face Of Bali Travel For Holidaymakers
The President of Indonesia, Prabowo Subianto, has been in Bali this week to conduct a series of official visits to new medical facilities on the island.
President Subiatno has inaugurated the Bali International Hospital in Sanur, which is set to become a world-leading medical tourism facility. He also visited the new Ngoerah Sun Wellness and Aesthetic Center (NSWAC) at Prof. Dr. IGNG Ngoerah General Hospital, which opened in October 2024.
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Flying Out Of Bali Just Got Easier As Denpasar Airport Revamps Departure Process With New Rules That Speed Up Check-In And Cut Congestion
Travel through Bali’s Denpasar Airport has become significantly smoother following the implementation of a revamped departure procedure tailored to international travelers. This initiative reflects a broader strategy to enhance the island’s global connectivity while maintaining high operational standards and security.
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Bali Moves Closer To Launching Incredible Multi-Stop Tour Package
Indonesia’s Minister of Tourism is taking major steps forward toward launching the long-anticipated 3Bs Tour.
The tour package will connect North Bali, West Bali, and Banyuwangi in East Java and is a project initiated by the previous Minister of Tourism, Sandiaga Uno.
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Bali Governor Says Hotel Occupancy Surging, Denies Mass Layoffs in Tourism Sector
Denpasar. Bali Governor I Wayan Koster has dismissed rumors of widespread layoffs in the island’s tourism industry, claiming that the sector is currently experiencing a surge in hotel occupancy rates amid strong domestic and international demand. Blog With Photos & Details Here_____________________
Bali’s Most Popular Beachfronts To Become More Walkable For Tourists
The Regent of Badung, Wayan Adi Arnawa, who oversees Bali’s largest tourism resort, including Canggu and Seminyak, is calling for more efforts to be made to improve accessibility in the area.
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Important Advice For Tourists Visiting Bali As New Visa Extension Policy Comes Into Effect
Tourists, digital nomads, and long-stay visitors to Bali and all regions of Indonesia are being reminded that new visa extension protocols took effect in May 2025.
The new policies have brought about significant changes in the way Indonesia’s socio-cultural visas can be extended to foreigners, and these changes are already causing confusion.
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