# tourism

Tourism Minister Denounces Alleged Police Extortion at DWP 2024

Tourism Minister Widiyanti Putri Wardhana apologized for the incident, calling it a setback to Indonesia’s tourism promotion efforts.
Lifestyle Dec 23, 2024 | 8:51 pm

Save the Dates: 2025 Public Holidays and Collective Leave Announced

The 2025 calendar includes 17 public holidays and 10 days of collective leave.
Lifestyle Dec 20, 2024 | 10:08 pm

4 Ways to Reach Bali by Land from Jakarta: A Travel Guide

Drive to Bali via the Trans-Java Toll Road (1,200 km, 20-30 hrs), passing scenic spots, then take a ferry from Banyuwangi to Bali.
Lifestyle Dec 18, 2024 | 11:27 am

Bali Airport Enhances Traffic Management to Avoid Repeat of Last Year’s Holiday Chaos

Ngurah Rai Airport in Bali has upgraded facilities and traffic management to prevent a repeat of last year's holiday traffic nightmare.
News Dec 14, 2024 | 3:03 pm

Bali Records 15 Foreign Tourist Deaths in 2024 Due to Landslide and Accidents

At least 15 foreign nationals have died in Bali this year due to various incidents, including accidents and unexpected events.
News Dec 13, 2024 | 10:27 pm

Bali Safe for Tourists as Dengue Fever Season Has Passed, Tourism Office Says

Bali Tourism Office reassures travelers that Bali is safe, with the peak of the dengue outbreak having passed in April and cases now lower
Lifestyle Dec 12, 2024 | 4:24 pm

Think Before You Post, Bali Immigration's Cyber Unit Is Watching

The Ngurah Rai Immigration Office in Badung Regency, Bali, has established an immigration cyber unit
News Dec 12, 2024 | 11:10 am

Gov't Encourages Visits to Less-Explored Northern and Western Parts of Bali

The Ministry of Tourism has launched a 3B (Banyuwangi-West Bali-North Bali)
Lifestyle Nov 25, 2024 | 9:30 am

Bali’s Airspace Clear of Volcanic Ash, Normal Operations Restored at Ngurah Rai Airport

BMKG reported no volcanic ash from Mount Lewotobi over Bali, allowing flights at Bali’s International Airport to resume normal operations.
News Nov 14, 2024 | 10:23 am

Foreign Tourist Visits Surpass 10 Million, September Data Shows

The average spending per foreign tourist was recorded at $1,375 per visit.
Business Nov 1, 2024 | 2:03 pm

Indonesia Forms Task Force to Lower Airfares Ahead of Christmas

Minister AHY launches Airfare Reduction Task Force to lower flight costs; Minister Dudy aims for results before the Christmas travel season.
Lifestyle Oct 30, 2024 | 2:47 pm

Singaporean Permanent Residents Can Now Visit Riau Islands Visa-Free

Indonesia has launched a Visa-Free Visit (BVK) policy for Singapore permanent residents (PR), letting them visit the nearby Riau Islands
News Oct 17, 2024 | 10:51 am

Decreasing Purchasing Power Threatens Domestic Tourism Ahead of Peak Season, Warns Asita

The Indonesian Travel Agents Association (Asita) cites decreased purchasing power as a key reason for the decline in domestic tourist trips
Business Oct 4, 2024 | 6:36 pm

Indonesia’s International Tourist Figures Still Below Pre-Covid Levels

Indonesia --home to the tourist hotspot of Bali-- attracted more than 9 million foreign travelers so far this year as of August.
Business Oct 1, 2024 | 12:55 pm

Indonesia's Tourism Soars to Global Top 22 Under Jokowi's Leadership

Indonesia's tourism industry has surged over the past decade, surpassing nations like Belgium, Turkey, and New Zealand
News Sep 25, 2024 | 9:54 am

Tour de Batam: Inaugural Gran Fondo Indonesia Series Set for October

Batam is set to host the inaugural event of the Gran Fondo Indonesia Series as part of the Tour de Batam cycling event in October
Lifestyle Sep 24, 2024 | 8:57 pm

Bali and Pantai Indah Kapuk Will Have Its Own ART, Says Minister

Despite its name, the ART does not run on physical tracks but instead follows road markings and magnets for navigation
Business Sep 20, 2024 | 10:55 pm

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