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Apr. 20, 2026
Tourism stakeholders in Bali are raising concerns over multiple challenges affecting visitor numbers and business sustainability, including environmental issues, natural events, and rising travel costs.
Apr. 16, 2026
Visitor arrivals from India to Bali are showing steady growth in early 2026, positioning the country as one of the island’s most promising tourism markets.
Apr. 14, 2026
Hotel occupancy in Karangasem remains subdued in April 2026, prompting tourism stakeholders to explore alternative ways to boost visitor numbers, including leveraging a newly introduced fast boat route connecting Senggigi in Lombok to Padangbai in Bali.
Apr. 13, 2026
Tourism stakeholders in Bali are increasingly looking toward Asian markets to maintain visitor stability, as global geopolitical tensions continue to affect travel patterns from Europe and the Middle East.
Apr. 13, 2026
Bali’s tourism sector showed steady growth in the first quarter of 2026, with international arrivals exceeding 1.645 million visitors between January and March, marking a 2.4 percent increase compared to the same period last year.
Apr. 7, 2026
Rising global geopolitical tensions, particularly in the Middle East, are beginning to raise concerns over potential economic impacts on Bali, especially in the tourism sector.
Apr. 2, 2026
Bali recorded close to one million international tourist arrivals in the first two months of 2026, marking the highest figure for the same period in the past four years, according to official data.
Mar. 24, 2026
The popular tourist destination of Kintamani in Bali’s Bangli Regency recorded a sharp increase in visitor numbers during the Eid al-Fitr holiday period, with daily arrivals reaching more than 2,400 tourists.
Mar. 18, 2026
Hotel occupancy in Karangasem Regency remains sluggish despite the approaching long holiday period for Nyepi and Eid al-Fitr 2026, with no significant increase in bookings reported so far.
Mar. 18, 2026
Indonesia could lose an estimated 5,500 international visitors per day due to the ongoing Middle East conflict, with potential foreign exchange losses reaching IDR 184.8 billion daily if mitigation measures are not implemented promptly.
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.