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All Tourists in Bali Must Use Rupiah

Mandating rupiah use in domestic transactions also aims to support the now-weakening exchange rate.
Business 23 hours ago

Indonesia Targets Up to 19.1 Million Foreign Tourists in 2027

Indonesia targets up to 19.1 million foreign tourists and $28.6 billion in tourism revenue in 2027.
Lifestyle Jun 17, 2026 | 9:56 pm

Indonesia's Tourism Revenue Rises 6.3% on Higher Foreign Tourists Spending

Indonesia's tourism revenue rose 6.3% in Q1 as foreign arrivals climbed and visitor spending increased.
Business Jun 17, 2026 | 6:11 pm

Stronger Ringgit, Singapore Dollar Drive Tourist Spending in Batam

Batam sees a surge in Malaysian and Singaporean tourists as stronger currencies boost shopping and SME sales.
Lifestyle Jun 15, 2026 | 4:24 pm

Weak Rupiah Brings Foreign Tourists In, Keeps Indonesians at Home

Foreign tourists are taking advantage of favorable exchange rates, while Indonesians are opting to stay closer to home.
Lifestyle Jun 5, 2026 | 9:03 am

Bali to Host Asia’s Top Open-Water Swimmers as Indonesia Boosts Sports Tourism

Indonesia will host Asia’s premier open-water swimming championship in Bali as it seeks to expand sports tourism.
Lifestyle Jun 4, 2026 | 7:25 pm

Indonesia's Foreign Tourist Arrivals Reach Highest Since 2020

Indonesia welcomed 1.25 million foreign tourists in April, lifting Jan-Apr arrivals to the highest level since 2020.
Business Jun 2, 2026 | 2:42 pm

Bali’s Hotel, Restaurant Tax Receipts Jump to $162 Million

Bali is recording more tax revenue, but the province still grapples with illegal accomodations.
Business May 31, 2026 | 10:07 am

Indonesia Wants to Turn Weakening Rupiah into A Tourist Magnet

Tourism packages have become more affordable for foreign travelers as the rupiah continues to fall against the dollar.
Lifestyle May 29, 2026 | 8:40 pm

Blok M Draws Holiday Crowds as Viral Food Spots Revive Area

Crowds filled Blok M during the long Eid al-Adha holiday as visitors queued for viral food and trendy cafes.
Lifestyle May 28, 2026 | 6:12 pm

Tourism Ministry Targets Illegal Villa Rentals Sold on Social Media

Indonesia is tightening oversight of villa rentals and online travel platforms as authorities warn of rising accommodation scams.
Lifestyle May 26, 2026 | 6:58 pm

Weak Rupiah Makes Bali a Bargain for Foreign Tourists

A weaker rupiah is making Bali cheaper for foreign tourists and could help boost visitor numbers to Indonesia.
Lifestyle May 23, 2026 | 12:13 pm

Bali, Jakarta, and Riau Islands Still Dominate Tourism Investment Flows

Indonesia is seeking to diversify tourism investment beyond Bali and Jakarta, as it targets Rp 63.5 trillion in tourism projects.
Lifestyle May 20, 2026 | 10:48 pm

Jakarta Temporarily Suspends Rasuna Said Car-Free Day for Further Improvements

Jakarta temporarily suspends Rasuna Said car-free day to improve facilities, traffic flow, and crowd management.
Lifestyle May 16, 2026 | 2:37 pm

Bali All-Access Pass Targets Seamless Travel for International Visitors

SatuSatu and TipTip launch a Bali travel pass to streamline itineraries, offering curated experiences and targeting international visitors.
Lifestyle May 6, 2026 | 6:27 pm

Bali Sees Fewer Chinese Tourists, More Americans

Foreign arrivals from China to Bali dropped 58.79% month-to-month in March, BPS says.
Lifestyle May 5, 2026 | 9:00 am

Bali Water Taxi Plan Explained: Routes, Cost, Timeline

Bali plans a water taxi linking the airport to Canggu in 30 minutes, cutting travel time from up to two hours amid heavy congestion.
News Apr 21, 2026 | 11:05 am

Indonesia to Ban Elephant Riding in Sumatra, Kalimantan Tourism Areas

Indonesia to ban elephant riding in Sumatra and Kalimantan tourism areas, allowing limited interactions.
News Apr 15, 2026 | 1:16 pm

Two Foreign Hikers Detained for Drone Use on Mount Rinjani

Authorities detained two foreign hikers for using drones at Mount Rinjani, probing trekking firms as Indonesia tightens conservation rules.
News Apr 14, 2026 | 2:37 pm