Indonesia

The electric ambience of Istora Senayan is restored. The prestigious Polytron Indonesia Open 2026 officially kicked off in Jakarta from June 2-7, 2026. It’s the third Super 1000 event on the BWF World Tour calendar, one with a massive $1.45 million prize pool and vital world ranking points. Passionate badminton enthusiasts throughout Southeast Asia can’t afford to miss a smash …

May is a popular month to experience Bali’s nightlife scene. At the onset of the dry season, you will find clearer skies, cooler nights, and reduced humidity as compared to previous months of the wet season. Daytime temperatures are in the 20-30s°C and nighttime temps south drop to a comfortable 22°C, allowing travelers to make the jaunt to the beach …

Bali has long been the reigning world capital of nomads, lifestyle bloggers, and travel vloggers. The calculations were straightforward: take pictures of amazing beach sunsets, add a boutique villa to the post, and they’ll give you a free vacation in return for posting the photos online. But a strong regulatory change has come. It is under the new immigration rules …

There is an important requirement when planning a trip to Bali 2026 and that is the digital one. The “All Indonesia” e-Arrival Card, a single online immigration system that is replacing the old paper immigration slip, customs form and health declaration, has been officially implemented in Indonesia. It must be completed by all international travellers, children and infants included, prior …

The beaches of Indonesia’s iconic paradise are golden, the rice terraces verdant, and the beach clubs brimming with colors. The beaches are golden, the terraced rice fields are lush, and the beach clubs are bright. Over the years, digital creators and content creators have been using the island as an open-air office, replacing the social promotion with luxurious accommodations.  As …

Southeast Asian border crossings have taken bold steps into the future. The way you pass through the border control has changed forever, whether you are going to Bali to enjoy the beaches or to the bustling capital of Jakarta for a business trip. The Indonesian government has announced that the last paper forms distributed on aircraft are to be phased …

Banten is one of the most popular destinations columned by visitors as they are looking for a less crowded and more cultural place other than a crowded city to visit in Indonesia this month. May 2026 ranks among the top months of the year for hiking the Baduy region, as the rain is slowly fading, but the forests and hiking …

With Indonesia eliminating most of its pandemic-era restrictions, there’s a lot easier traveling to Bali in May 2026 back then. There are no longer controversial certificate requirements, immunity proof insurance or downloading of intrusive health-tracking apps for travellers to bring with them before entering the country. Rather, the system is more digital and efficient. Upon arrival at Ngurah Rai International …

Getting into Bali means going through rigorous immigration screening as Indonesia implements “Quality Tourism”. On arrival at Ngurah Rai International Airport, tourists are likely to be asked to produce evidence of their ability to self-fund their tour. Immigration officers are examining bank balances, accommodation and return tickets as well as checking on illegal working and to prevent visa misuse. Although …

We are in 2026 and now bringing up an added thing tourists cannot stop about doing prior to heading to Bali: obligatory “Love Bali” tourist tax confirmation. The tourism levy, which was briefly introduced in 2024, has been expanded to Airport Gate Check in I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport, Denpasar. Official Love Bali QR code will be required for …