Indonesia has just issued a landmark new policy that will create life-changing benefits for foreigners who have deep ties to the country, including provinces like Bali. It is not possible for Indonesian nationals to hold dual citizenship, which is why so many people with mixed ancestry opt for their citizenship with the strongest passport, leaving …
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Tourists planning travel in 2026 have plenty of exciting opportunities ahead. Bali, as a travel destination, is in flux, and leaders want to encourage visitors to explore lesser-visited areas. One of the best ways to explore the most culturally inspiring and authentic regions of Bali, as well as see more of Indonesia as a whole, is …
Tourists planning an adventure vacation in Bali in 2026 have an incredible opportunity to not only scale the island’s three tallest peaks but also combine fierce adventure with spiritual pilgrimage. Bali’s three most prominent peaks are the sacred Mount Agung, the world-famous Mount Batur, and the slightly lesser-known Mount Batukaru. These three peaks offer trekkers …
Following accusations that the tides of plastic trash washing up on Bali’s beaches can be traced back to East Java, Indonesian leaders are launching an investigation. During the rainy season in Bali, tonnes upon tonnes of ocean debris and inorganic waste washed up on Bali’s busiest tourist beaches. Speaking to reporters, the Deputy Governor of …
Travel and tourism are changing faster than ever before. Travel trends come and go faster than you can refresh your social media feed, especially in destinations like Bali. In 2026, however, travel trends will remain essential to watch and can help travellers organise memorable and meaningful experiences in Bali and across Indonesia. Want to read …
With Christmas just a few weeks away, teams at Bali’s I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport are already increasing security efforts and putting seasonal logistical operations into place. Over the festive season, Bali typically welcomes an additional 1 million tourists. While Indonesia is a majority Muslim nation, and Bali is a majority Balinese Hindu province, …
Bali Governor Wayan Koster has announced that he will establish a new provincial law to help protect the island’s coastal regions from environmentally damaging tourist developments. Governor Koster has long been vocal about his intention to crack down on tourism development that threatens Balinese culture and the local landscape. Bali Governor Wayan Koster has publicly …
Bali Police have confirmed the launch of a new road safety campaign, Operation Zebra Agung 2025. The operation will take place around the province and is targeted at both local and international drivers in a bid to make Bali’s transportation network a safer place for all. The campaign will run for two weeks across all …
Indonesia’s national tourism board, Wonderful Indonesia, is constantly working to promote lesser-visited regions of the country and seeking new ways to inspire travellers to explore familiar destinations in new ways. Over the last few months, Wonderful Indonesia has been sharing new itinerary ideas with prospective travelers, and these journeys are seriously wanderlust-inducing. The latest travel …
Tourists traveling in Indonesia are being issued with urgent updates as Mount Semeru in East Java erupted twice in the last 24 hours. Mount Semeru is now on the highest alert warning after erupting huge plumes of volcanic ash 8.5km into the air. Speaking to reporters on Thursday, 20th November, Mount Semeru Observation Post Officer, Yadi …
Everyone has heard of the MICHELIN Guide, most famous for its MICHELIN Star awards for the world’s best restaurants. In 2025, the MICHELIN Guide launched a new MICHELIN Keys award for the finest hotels in the world as listed in the guide. In this inaugural year, Indonesia’s best hotels have been awarded 33 MICHELIN Keys, including …
Bali is seeking to ensure that only culturally respectful and legally obliging foreigners visit and do business in the province. While criminally minded and disrespectful foreigners make up a tiny percentage of the millions of international arrivals in Bali each year, the government wants to do more to ensure order is maintained. Bali Governor Wayan …