The Indonesian Ministry of Tourism approved Peraturan Menteri Pariwisata No. 6 Tahun 2025 — a document that completely changes the licensing and control system of tourism services across the country.
Starting in 2026, mandatory halal certification comes into effect in Indonesia: all food products, beverages, medicines, and cosmetics without the appropriate certificate will be considered in violati…
In Bali, 115 hotels have received emergency preparedness certificates.
This document is issued to hotels that pass an inspection against 31 criteria, ranging from evacuation routes and security systems to procedures for guests in the event of an earthquake, tsunami, fire…
Bali has held a certification assessment for rafting guides who work on the Ayung River in the Ubud area. The assessment was organised on 16–17 May by Indonesia’s Ministry of Tourism and LSP Pramindo…
Opening a restaurant in Bali is not just about finding premises, creating a menu and hiring a team. To operate legally, you need to obtain a number of licences and certificates confirming compliance w…
Indonesia’s mobile communications market is set for major changes. The country’s Ministry of Communication and Digital Technology (Kemkomdigi) has officially approved Regulation No. 7 of 2026.
Bali’s food scene isn’t just about cafés and restaurants. One of the most interesting ways to experience the island is through its home-style cooking — the kind locals make every day. Cooking classes…
Bali’s villa sector is facing significant regulatory changes. At this week’s Bali Villa Connect 2026 forum, industry leaders discussed introducing an official villa classification system similar to ho…
It’s a question that occasionally crosses the minds of those lucky enough to find themselves in Bali: Where do you go for a weekend getaway when you’re already in a tropical haven? One stand…
Stories about animal smuggling in Bali seem to be never-ending. For example, late last year, police caught smugglers attempting to steal turtles. This time, offenders tried to bring 7,355 birds onto t…
