Bali Named Best of the Best Destination at TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards 2026
Bali has been named the Best of the Best Destination at the TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards 2026, reaffirming its position as one of the world’s leading tourist destinations. The recognition places Bali at the top of TripAdvisor’s global rankings, based on traveller reviews collected over 12 months. Bali Ranked World’s Best Destination in TripAdvisor Awards […]
Video Shows a Unique Roofed Motorcycle Taxi Keeping a Passenger Dry in Bali Rain
A short video showing a foreign woman riding an online motorcycle taxi during heavy rain in Bali has gone viral on social media. The clip, uploaded by Instagram user @deniniipaninii, captured an unusual yet practical sight: the motorcycle was fitted with a roof, shielding both the rider and the driver from the rain. The woman […]
Sinkhole Appears in Rice Field in West Sumatra, Indonesia: Here’s Why
A sinkhole has appeared in Nagari Situjuah Batua, Limapuluh Kota Regency, West Sumatra, drawing attention from residents and authorities. The hole is estimated to be around 15 metres deep and formed in the middle of a rice field. As reported by Kompas TV on Monday, January 5, 2026, the sinkhole emerged after residents heard a […]
Indonesia Search Missing Plane: Chronology of ATR 42-500 Losing Contact Near Makassar
An ATR 42-500 aircraft operated by Indonesia Air Transport (IAT) lost contact while approaching Sultan Hasanuddin Airport, Makassar, on Saturday afternoon, January 17, 2026. The aircraft, registered PK-THT, was flying from Adisutjipto Airport in Yogyakarta to Makassar. The aircraft was manufactured in 2000 and carried serial number 611. It was operated under Air Operator’s Certificate […]
Bali Zoo Ends Elephant Riding Programme to Strengthen Animal Welfare
Bali Zoo has permanently halted its elephant riding programme as part of efforts to strengthen animal welfare standards. The decision took effect on January 1, 2026. “Animal welfare is our top priority,” said Emma Kristiana Chandra, Head of Public Relations for Bali Zoo, on Thursday, January 15, 2026. She made the statement in Singapadu Village, […]
SingaPaw Air Announces 2026 Pet-Friendly Private Jet Routes to Indonesia, Japan, and More
Pet owners will soon have a new way to travel with their animals. SingaPaw Air has launched what it describes as Asia’s first pet-friendly airline, offering private jet flights designed specifically for pets and their owners. The service will begin operating global routes in 2026, including flights to Indonesia starting in January. Unlike commercial airlines, […]
Jakarta Government Postpones Transjakarta Fare Increase, Keeps Fare at IDR 3,500
The Jakarta Provincial Government has decided to postpone any increase in Transjakarta fares, keeping the price at IDR 3,500 per trip. The decision follows public discussion last year suggesting fares could rise in 2026. The government said the policy was delayed to maintain public purchasing power amid uncertain economic conditions. No specific timeline has been […]
Foreigner Accused of Indecent Act in Blok M Sparks Outrage, Governor Calls for Firm Action
An alleged indecent act involving a foreign national has drawn widespread attention on social media after a video circulated online showing a confrontation at Martha Christina Tiahahu Literacy Park in Blok M, South Jakarta. In the video, a female visitor claims a foreign man exposed his genitals in the public space. The woman said she […]
Bali Authorities Identify Whale Found on Lovina Beach as a Sperm Whale
The Bali Natural Resources Conservation Agency (BKSDA) has confirmed that a whale carcass found on Lovina Beach, Kalibukbuk Village, Buleleng District, North Bali, is a sperm whale (Physeter macrocephalus). The confirmation was delivered by the Head of the Bali BKSDA, Ratna Henddratmoko, following a report from the Banyumilir Community Watch Group (Pokmaswas). She said the […]
BTS Is Coming to Jakarta in 2026, and Here’s What Ticket Prices Might Look Like
Good news for K-pop fans, especially ARMY. BTS has officially announced their long-awaited world tour scheduled to run from 2026 to 2027. The announcement was made on Wednesday, 14 January 2026, with BTS releasing an official tour poster detailing the list of countries they will visit. The red-and-white poster confirms stops across Asia, Europe, North […]