Lunar New Year Holiday Drives Surge in Sanur–Nusa Island Crossings
Feb. 18, 2026
The 2026 Lunar New Year long holiday has significantly increased passenger crossings from Sanur Port in Denpasar to Nusa Penida and Nusa Lembongan in Klungkung Regency.
Business & Economy
Economic developments, business activity, tourism performance, investment projects, and industry trends relevant to Bali and Indonesia.
Penglipuran Village Records Surge in Visitors Ahead of Lunar New Year
Feb. 16, 2026
Tourist visits to Penglipuran Tourism Village in Bangli Regency surged over the weekend ahead of the Lunar New Year holiday, with daily arrivals exceeding initial projections.
World Class Plastic Surgeons Launch Services at The Solitaire Clinic in Sanur Health SEZ
Feb. 16, 2026
An international plastic surgery provider has officially launched its services at The Solitaire Clinic in the Sanur Health Special Economic Zone (KEK Sanur), marking another addition to Bali’s growing medical tourism ecosystem.
State-Owned Firms Launch Integrated Medical Tourism Ecosystem at Bali International Hospital
Feb. 15, 2026
PT Pertamina Bina Medika Indonesia Healthcare Corporation (IHC), Bank Mandiri, and InJourney Aviation Services (IAS) have launched Indonesia’s first integrated medical tourism service, connecting healthcare, digital banking, and airport assistance within a single ecosystem at Bali International Hospital (BIH).
Bali Governor Launches Construction of JEC Eye Hospital in Sanur Special Economic Zone
Feb. 15, 2026
Bali Governor Wayan Koster officially launched the construction of JEC Bali @Sanur Eye Hospital in the Sanur Special Economic Zone (KEK Sanur) on Saturday (February 14, 2026), marking a new development in the province’s health-based tourism strategy.
Ngurah Rai Airport Expects 438,000 Passengers During Lunar New Year Holiday Surge
Feb. 15, 2026
Bali’s I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport is preparing for a surge in passenger traffic during the 2026 Lunar New Year long holiday period, with significant increases projected between February 13 and 19.
Celukan Bawang Launches New Cruise Passenger Shelter, Welcomes 687 Tourists on First Operation
Feb. 13, 2026
PT Pelabuhan Indonesia (Pelindo) has officially begun operations of the newly inaugurated Cruise Passenger Shelter at Celukan Bawang Port, marking its first service with the arrival of the luxury cruise ship MV Seven Seas Explorer on Wednesday (Feb 11).
Bali Commercial Property Price Growth Slows in Q4 2025, Bank Indonesia Reports
Feb. 12, 2026
Bank Indonesia (BI) has reported a slowdown in Bali’s commercial property price growth in the fourth quarter of 2025, citing accommodation diversification and shifting office usage patterns as key factors.
Bali Governor Highlights Strong Sales of Local Arak at Ngurah Rai International Airport Duty Free
Feb. 12, 2026
Traditional Balinese arak is recording strong sales at the international departure duty free area of I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport, with thousands of bottles sold each month, according to Bali Governor Wayan Koster.
Indonesia Targets IDR 48 Billion in Potential Deals at OTM 2026 Mumbai to Boost Indian Visitor Market
Feb. 11, 2026
Indonesia’s Ministry of Tourism (Kemenpar) participated in the Outbound Travel Mart (OTM) 2026, one of India’s largest travel trade exhibitions, held from 5–7 February 2026 at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai, as part of efforts to strengthen Indonesia’s position in the Indian outbound tourism market.