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Mar. 17, 2026
Indonesia’s Ministry of Culture is preparing to hold the Culture, Heritage, Art, Narrative, Diplomacy and Innovation (CHANDI) Summit again in Bali, with the international cultural forum scheduled to take place in August 2026 in Nusa Dua, Badung Regency.
Mar. 16, 2026
Bali Governor Wayan Koster said the Indonesian Attorney General’s Office has recommended strengthening the collection system for Bali’s foreign tourist levy, including possible involvement from immigration authorities to improve compliance.
Mar. 12, 2026
Bali Governor Wayan Koster has intensified preparations for the development of a waste-to-energy (WtE) facility that is expected to become a long-term solution for the island’s growing waste management challenges.
Mar. 5, 2026
The Bali Provincial Government has enacted a new regional regulation aimed at protecting beaches and coastal buffer zones while ensuring access for traditional ceremonies and local community activities.
Feb. 26, 2026
Bali Governor Wayan Koster received United States Ambassador to Indonesia Peter Mark Haymond at the Bali Governor’s Office in Denpasar on Tuesday (Feb 24, 2026), where discussions focused on tourism, security cooperation, and plans to open a US consular office in Bali.
Feb. 25, 2026
Bali Governor Wayan Koster has officially enacted Regional Regulation (Perda) No. 4 of 2026 on the Control of Productive Land Conversion and the Prohibition of Nominee-Based Land Ownership, signed on Tuesday (Feb 24, 2026).
Feb. 20, 2026
The Bali Provincial Government is preparing to launch a simultaneous island-wide cleanup movement targeting marine and river waste starting March 1, 2026.
Feb. 20, 2026
Bali Governor Wayan Koster addressed mounting environmental, social, and demographic challenges facing the island during a public discussion forum at Udayana University on Wednesday (Feb 18, 2026).
Feb. 19, 2026
Bali Governor Wayan Koster has raised concerns over the growing number of motorcycle rental businesses and short-term accommodations, including Airbnb listings, allegedly controlled by foreign nationals, estimating that digital-based transactions have reached IDR 50 trillion.
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.
Ogoh-ogoh are giant effigies paraded through villages across Bali on the night before Nyepi. This tradition, held during Pengerupukan, symbolizes the purification of negative forces and has become one of the island’s most visually striking cultural events.
The Bali Provincial Government has released the official Calendar of Events 2026, outlining cultural festivals, sports events, exhibitions, and public activities scheduled throughout the year.
Nyepi is Bali’s annual Day of Silence, observed as the Saka New Year by Balinese Hindus. Marked by a complete pause in public activity across the island, Nyepi reflects deep cultural values of reflection, balance, and harmony with nature.
Kuta Beach is one of Bali’s most well-known coastal destinations, offering easy access, a long shoreline, and a key role in the island’s tourism history.
Indonesia requires foreign visitors to meet specific passport validity rules before entry. This guide explains the minimum validity requirements, common mistakes, and what travelers should check before visiting Indonesia.
Kelingking Beach is one of Bali’s most recognizable natural landmarks, known for its dramatic cliff formation and sweeping ocean views. This guide explains where it is, how to get there, what to expect on site, and important safety tips for visitors.