#TravelSmartBali

Bali’s Ubud Will Be More Walkable For Tourists By End Of 2026

If you were to ask local residents in Bali’s Ubud what they would like to see changed about their home, the first would be the traffic, and the second would be the state of the sidewalks. If you were to ask tourists, they would say the same thing. We know, we’ve asked on multiple occasions. It looks like all our requests are about to be answered, as the Bali Provincial Government has confirmed...

Changes Coming Soon For Bali Holiday Villas Rentals: What Tourists Need To Know

Bali is home to some of the best vacation villas in the world. From exceptional bamboo architecture to dreamy clifftop infinity pools, to authentic cultural homestays, to expansive contemporary homes, there is a vacation villa for every kind of traveler. The Bali Villa Rental Management Association (BVRMA) is proposing some big changes to the way in which the overall system is managed, and it looks...

Changes To Bali Fast Boat System Give More Peace Of Mind To Tourists 

Tourists heading to Bali this peak season can book their fast boat trips to the outlying islands with greater peace of mind. Travelers departing on fast boats from Sanur can now have their trip covered by Jasindo Travel Insurance, which has partnered with Sanur Harbor to create a safer travel experience for all. Over the years we have had to report on more fast boat tragedies than we would...

Immigration Crackdowns In Canggu Target Foreigners Working Illegally In Tourism Hotspot

Indonesian Immigration is cracking down on foreigners working illegally in the country. With provinces like Bali welcoming the highest number of foreigners every year, Immigration officials hone in with a sharp focus on these areas. This month, Immigration has a specific focus on foreigners who are exploiting the so-called grey area of ‘unpaid activity’ where foreigners are technically breaking the...

Bali Prepares for Month-Long 2026 Arts Festival as Cultural Tourism and Sustainability Discussions Expand

Bali's 2026 Arts Festival will return from June 13 to July 11, featuring thousands of artists and cultural performances as discussions surrounding tourism sustainability and cultural preservation continue to grow across the island. Bali is preparing for the return of the 48th annual Bali Arts Festival ( Pesta Kesenian Bali/PKB ), one of Indonesia's largest cultural events, scheduled to take place from...