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Official announcements and regulatory updates that directly impact travel in Bali and Indonesia, including entry requirements, transportation changes, and access restrictions affecting visitors and expatriates.
Dec. 16, 2025
I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport in Bali has confirmed its readiness to handle increased passenger traffic during the Christmas 2025 and New Year 2026 (Nataru) holiday period, with a focus on safety, comfort, and service efficiency.
Dec. 15, 2025
A traffic diversion trial implemented in Kerobokan Kelod, Badung, has led to congestion along several key roads, particularly Sunset Road, Jalan Mertanadi, and surrounding areas, on the second day of its implementation.
Dec. 11, 2025
Crystal Bay in Sakti Village, Nusa Penida, has officially reopened after a flash flood brought mud and debris onto the beach earlier this week.
Dec. 11, 2025
The Badung Transportation Agency (Dishub Badung) has announced a one-month trial of a new traffic management scheme on Jalan Tangkuban Perahu and surrounding routes in Kerobokan, Bali.
Dec. 9, 2025
Police will impose heightened monitoring on all vehicles entering and exiting I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport during the Christmas and New Year holiday period. The measure is part of Operasi Lilin Agung, which will run from 20 December 2025 to 2 January 2026.
Dec. 2, 2025
Bali officials have confirmed that tourism activities will continue during the Christmas and New Year period, even as the island is categorized as a high-risk area for extreme rainfall.
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.