Statistics and Facts About the Island of Bali
At first glance, Bali, often perceived as a paradise surrounded by breathtaking nature, appears to visitors or those who have only heard about it as a magical world. But what if we look at the everyda…
Bali Area Guide: Where to Stay, Live, and Explore in 2025
If you’re planning your holiday or searching for accommodation in Bali, the first and most important step is deciding which part of the island you want to stay in. Bali’s regions are incredibly d…
Best Places to See Ogoh-Ogoh Parades in Bali – 2026 Guide
They stand on every street, already intimidating just by their appearance — but on the night of March 19th, they will reveal themselves to the entire island. Balinese youth are putting the final touch…
New Immigration Office Opens in Tabanan
It has become easier for Tabanan residents to deal with immigration matters — you can now extend your visa locally, without travelling to Denpasar. The new immigration office started receiving its fir…
18 Foreigners Penalised in Bali Traffic Operation
On the evening of 9 May, Badung police carried out a road check at the Tiying-Tutul intersection in the Mengwi area. The operation ran from 17:00 to 20:30.
Bali Governor Pushes Jakarta to Fast-Track Key Projects
Bali is asking Jakarta to help build roads, interchanges, ports and water supply systems.
Governor Wayan Koster said that in 2025 the island brought Indonesia around 176 trillion rupiah in tourism revenue, but can no longer cope with the growing pressure on its own.
Bali Stops Hotel Project Over Illegal Extra Floors
In Bali, officials ordered the construction of a hotel in Cepaka, Tabanan, to be halted. The site is located next to the Penet River. An inspection found several violations: the building does not matc…
Kintamani Road Toll Sparks Tourist Confusion
A video from Kintamani has been circulating on social media: a car carrying tourists is stopped on the road, and they are quoted a fee of 25,000 rupiah per person for Indonesian citizens. The caption…
Bali May Allow 15-Storey Buildings in Rural Areas
In Bali, one of the most high-profile changes to planning rules in recent years is being discussed — a possible increase in the permitted building height from the usual 15 metres to 45.
Bali’s 2026 Events Calendar Is Officially Out
The government of Bali province has officially presented the Bali Calendar of Events 2026 — a single calendar of key events for the year. It includes 56 festivals and events across all regions of the…
