# tourism

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

Bali Generates Over Half of Indonesia’s Tourism FX Earnings

Bali generates over half of Indonesia’s tourism foreign exchange, underscoring persistent regional gap.
Business Apr 2, 2026 | 11:18 am

Middle East Conflict Costs Indonesia 60,000 Visitors

Indonesia loses 60,000 tourists after Middle East tensions disrupt flights, forcing a pivot to regional markets to sustain 2026 targets.
News Apr 1, 2026 | 6:27 pm

Bali Targets 6.6 Million International Visitors in 2026

Bali targets 6.63 million international visitors in 2026, shifting focus to quality tourism and Asian markets after strong 2025 growth.
Lifestyle Mar 31, 2026 | 4:10 pm

Indonesia, Japan Sign Tourism Pact During Prabowo’s Tokyo Visit

Indonesia and Japan sign tourism pact to boost travel, investment, and connectivity during Prabowo’s official visit to Tokyo.
Business Mar 30, 2026 | 6:10 pm

Borobudur Aims for 80,000 Visitors During Eid Holiday Period

Borobudur sees nearly 8,000 daily visitors as Eid travel picks up.
Lifestyle Mar 23, 2026 | 10:32 pm

Bali’s Ngurah Rai Airport to Shut for 24 Hours During Nyepi

Ngurah Rai Airport will shut for 24 hours during Nyepi, suspending 440 flights as Bali observes the Day of Silence across the island.
News Mar 17, 2026 | 9:52 pm

25-Kilometer Queue Hits Bali’s Gilimanuk Port as Eid Travel Surge Begins

Vehicle queues to Bali’s Gilimanuk Port stretch 25 km ahead of Eid as trucks and private cars crowd the ferry crossing to Java.
News Mar 15, 2026 | 1:54 am

Four Million Expected to Remain in Jakarta During Eid Break

About 4 million residents will remain in Jakarta during Eid, while 6.6 million are expected to leave the capital for the annual mudik homeco
News Mar 13, 2026 | 10:11 pm

Car-Free Night, Bedug Festival, and Torch Parade to Mark Jakarta’s Eid Eve

Jakarta enforces Car-Free Night on Eid Eve, hosts Bedug Festival & torch parade; public transport remains operational for residents.
Lifestyle Mar 10, 2026 | 2:58 pm

Bali Turns to China and India as Middle East Conflict Hits Travel

Flight disruptions linked to Middle East conflict threaten Bali tourism, prompting the island to target China, India and Australia.
News Mar 9, 2026 | 5:20 pm