Roemah Koffie and BAIC Indonesia Introduce Ramadan Dining, Eid Hampers, and Educational Hub
Roemah Koffie and BAIC Indonesia have launched a joint Ramadan campaign and a new collection of Eid hampers for 2026. The initiative was introduced during a collaboration event held at BAIC Tower in Gading Serpong. Both brands are part of the JHL Group and used the event to present several programmes for Ramadan and Eid […]
Laufey Announces Jakarta Concert for ‘A Matter of Time Tour’ in May 2026
Icelandic singer-songwriter Laufey has announced that Jakarta will be one of the stops on her international “A Matter of Time Tour.” The concert is scheduled to take place on Saturday, 23 May 2026. The announcement was made through Laufey’s official channels and quickly drew attention from fans across Asia and beyond. The tour will cover […]
Bali Mutilation Case Update: Bloodstains Match DNA of Missing Ukrainian Man’s Mother
Bali Police have confirmed that bloodstains found in a villa and a car in Tabanan Regency match the DNA of the mother of a missing Ukrainian citizen, Ihor Komarav, 28. The confirmation was based on forensic laboratory tests conducted on samples collected from the crime scenes. Bali Police Public Relations Chief Senior Commissioner Ariasandy said […]
Harmony in Practice: Bali Prepares for Nyepi and Takbiran on the Same Night
Nyepi Day, marking the Caka New Year 1948, will fall on 19 March 2026, coinciding with the Takbiran night welcoming Eid al-Fitr 1447 H. The overlap has prompted authorities in Bali to issue a joint appeal to ensure both religious observances proceed in an orderly manner. The appeal was issued by the Bali Provincial Government, […]
Thousands of Flights Cancelled Worldwide, Affecting Indonesian Umrah Pilgrims and Foreign Tourists in Bali
More than 58,000 Indonesian Umrah pilgrims have been delayed in returning home following flight suspensions linked to the ongoing security situation in the Middle East. The regional conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran has led to the closure of several air routes. As a result, flight operations in parts of the Middle East […]
Bali Records Decline in International and Domestic Tourist Arrivals in January 2026
Foreign tourist arrivals to Bali declined in January 2026, according to data released by the Bali Provincial Statistics Agency (BPS). The agency recorded 502,205 international visitors during the month, a decrease of 12.30 per cent compared to December 2025. The Head of Bali Provincial BPS, Agus Gede Hendrayana Hermawan, said January is typically lower than […]
Gili Trawangan Named World’s Best Swimming Destination for 2026
Gili Trawangan, an island off the coast of Lombok, Indonesia, has been named the world’s best swimming destination for 2026 by Forbes. As reported by Forbes on 26 February 2026, the island achieved the highest composite score of 78.6 out of 100 in an assessment conducted by British luxury villa specialist CV Villas. The study […]
Jakarta and Bali to Witness Total Lunar Eclipse on 3 March 2026
The Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) has confirmed that a total lunar eclipse will be visible across Indonesia on Tuesday, 3 March 2026. The phenomenon can be observed from all regions, including Sumatra, Java, Kalimantan, Sulawesi, Bali, Nusa Tenggara, Maluku and Papua. According to the 2026 Almanac released by BMKG, the peak of the […]
Bali Airport Reports 15 Flight Cancellations Due to US–Israel–Iran Conflict
I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport has confirmed the cancellation of 15 international flights following airspace closures linked to the escalating conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran. Gede Eka Sandi Asmadi, Head of the Communication and Legal Division at the airport, said the cancellations were recorded as of Monday, 2 March 2026, at […]
Indonesia Immigration Issues Special Policy Following Middle East Flight Cancellations
Indonesia’s Directorate General of Immigration has introduced special measures to assist international passengers affected by airspace closures in several Middle Eastern countries following escalating military conflict. The closures, which affect Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, and Iran, have disrupted international flight operations, including routes to and from Indonesia. Acting Director General of Immigration, Yuldi […]