Today
Apr. 3, 2026
A fire incident struck a villa complex in Sanur, South Denpasar, on Friday (April 3, 2026), destroying one unit and damaging another, with authorities still investigating the cause.
Mar. 25, 2026
Police have intensified security patrols at Mertasari Beach in South Denpasar during the ongoing Nyepi and Eid holiday period, as visitor numbers increase in the popular coastal area.
Mar. 19, 2026
Located along Sanur Beach, the Le Mayeur Museum stands as a cultural landmark shaped by the life story of Belgian painter Adrien Jean Le Mayeur de Merpres and his wife, Balinese dancer Ni Nyoman Pollok.
Mar. 9, 2026
A regional cardiovascular medical center has expanded its services to Indonesia through a new collaboration with Bali International Hospital (BIH), marking the introduction of an advanced heart valve treatment procedure in Bali.
Mar. 4, 2026
A 90-year-old Dutch national was found deceased in his hotel room in the Sanur area of Denpasar, Bali, on Tuesday morning (March 3, 2026).
Feb. 22, 2026
Denpasar Mayor I Gusti Ngurah Jaya Negara has officially designated Sanur as a Low Emission Zone (Kawasan Rendah Emisi/KRE), formalized through Mayor Regulation No. 39 of 2025 on Traffic and Transportation Management in the Sanur Low Emission Area.
Feb. 21, 2026
Six foreign nationals have filed reports with Bali Police since 2024 over alleged fraud and embezzlement involving a cooperative savings and loan unit in Batursari, Sanur, Denpasar.
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. 18, 2026
The trial operation of Mertasari Jetty in Sanur, originally scheduled for Wednesday (February 18, 2026), has been postponed as preparations at the site are still ongoing and approval from maritime authorities has not yet been issued.
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.
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.