Here’s Why Visa Process Is Slow as Jokowi Implied
20th September 2022 – President Joko Widodo (Jokowi) has requested Immigration to ease the making of visas for the investment program. As it turns out, the issue lies not on Immigration but rather, on the regulations that give documents required for visas to agencies outside of it. Visa service to foreigners is ruled in PP […]
The First Panoramic Train in Indonesia, What to Expect?
20th September 2022 – The first panoramic train in Indonesia will soon be in service as the test run videos have been publicly shared on social media a couple of weeks ago. Commerce Director of PT Kereta Api Indonesia (KAI) Persero, Hadis Surya Palapa, said that he does not want to rush the process as […]
Bali for Destination Wedding Planners Congress 2022
20th September 2022 – Bali has become the location for the Destination Wedding Planners (DWP) Congress 2022. This event is an annual international B2B congress revolving around the wedding industry held from 27th to 29th September 2022. According to the Head of Operations QNA International, Tanvir Ahmed, at the Weekly Press Briefing of the Ministry […]
Update on Petition of Canggu’s Noise: New Regulation
19th September 2022 – A new update regarding the petition on the noise in Canggu area was announced. Canggu’s beach clubs and nightclubs were reported to cause noise pollution which was not quite regulated. This new regulation announced by the minister of tourism and creative economy, Sandiaga Uno, is set to limit the noise to […]
Updated List of Countries for Indonesia Visa on Arrival
17th September 2022 – To contribute to accelerating economic growth, the Directorate General of Immigration released Circular Letter Number IMI-0700.GR.01.01 of 2022 on 14th September 2022. This new circular letter revokes or replaces the earlier circular, which was published on the same topic on 26th July 2022. The updated list of Indonesia Visa on Arrival countries […]
Petition to President on Canggu’s Noise Pollution
14th September 2022 – Locals and expats who live in Canggu have filed a petition at change.org to end extreme noise in Canggu, Bali. People begin to feel the disturbance caused by the activities of nightclubs and beach clubs. The noise which can last until 4 am, drunk tourists, and illegal races are no longer […]
30 Percent Tourists Cancelled Hotel Bookings in Yogyakarta
14th September 2022 – Due to the oil fuel price increase, a couple of tourists have cancelled their hotel bookings in Yogyakarta. This impact is felt especially in two-star hotels that are dependent on guests staying in for income. The Chairman of the Indonesian Hotel and Restaurant Association (PHRI), Deddy Pranowo Eryono, shows his concern […]
Return of Mass Tourism to The Island of Gods
12th September 2022 – After two years of travel bans and worldwide lockdowns, Bali again experiences large-scale tourism commotion. Before the pandemic started, the Island of Gods had grown accustomed to receiving more than 6 million tourists each year. Due to rigorous border controls, Bali only had 51 foreign visitors in 2021. The newest visitor […]
Jokowi Express Condolences on Queen Elizabeth II’s Death
9th September 2022 – President Joko Widodo (Jokowi) expresses his deepest condolences on Queen Elizabeth II’s death through his official Instagram and Twitter accounts. Through his social media, he said that Queen Elizabeth II is a widely admired and beloved queen. The President of Indonesia also expresses sympathy towards the Royal Family, the Government, and […]
Jalan Medan Merdeka Barat is Closed to Anticipate Protest
9th September 2022 – Jalan Medan Merdeka Barat, Central Jakarta, is temporarily closed to anticipate fuel oil price hike protests on Friday (9/9). There are brick blockades, barbed wires, and water barriers that fortify the street right below the Jalan Medan Merdeka Barat pedestrian bridge (JPO). A couple of roads have been forced to closed […]