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Kimpton Suntaya Bali Ubud Opens Along Sacred Wos River Kimpton Suntaya Bali Ubud has opened in mid-2026 on the banks of the sacred Wos River, bringing IHG's boutique brand to Ubud's cultural and wellness scene.
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Visa policy changes, flight updates, public holidays, and travel advisories — practical news for anyone planning a trip to Indonesia.
Event
Pesta Kesenian Bali 2026: Final Weeks of Indonesia's Biggest Arts Festival The 48th Pesta Kesenian Bali runs through late July at Taman Werdhi Budaya, Denpasar — Balinese dance, gamelan, wayang, and traditional arts.
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Visa
Bali Visa Warning: Working on a Tourist Visa Risks Deportation, Australia Cautions Australia warns that paid content creation, monetised social media, and commercial work in Bali violate tourist visa terms and risk deportation.
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Disruption
Anak Krakatau Raised to Level III — Safety Advice for Visitors Indonesia's Anak Krakatau was raised to Level III (Siaga) on 2 July 2026. We explain what the alert means and who is affected.
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Event
FOTO Bali Festival 2026: 36 Artists, 24 Countries, One Island FOTO Bali Festival runs 3 June to 12 July 2026 at Nuanu Creative City — 36 international photographers from 24 countries, theme: Afterimage.
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Flights
Canberra's First-Ever Overseas Flight Goes Direct to Bali From 22 June 2026 Canberra Airport launched its first-ever overseas route, with direct seasonal flights to Bali's Ngurah Rai Airport operating three return s...
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Disruption
Bali Heatstroke Warning Issued as June Temperatures Peak Indonesian authorities warn visitors to Bali of heatstroke risk as temperatures peak in June 2026, with practical hydration and shade advice.
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Three Indonesian Volcanoes Erupt Simultaneously on 12 June Dukono, Ibu and Lewotobi Laki-laki all erupted on 12 June 2026, with ash columns up to 500 metres. Safe zones apply; Bali is unaffected.
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Flights
SAS and Garuda Indonesia Launch Codeshare from 15 June 2026 SAS and Garuda Indonesia's codeshare from 15 June 2026 links Scandinavia to Bali and Jakarta via Amsterdam and Tokyo, with loyalty points on both airlines.
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Disruption
Jakarta's Soekarno-Hatta Records 18 Cancellations and 65 Delays on 8 June Jakarta's Soekarno-Hatta recorded 18 cancellations and 65 delays on 8 June 2026, with Batik Air responsible for 15 cancellations. Check before travelling.
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Disruption
Tsunami Warning Issued for North Sulawesi After 7.8 Earthquake A 7.8 earthquake off Mindanao on 8 June 2026 triggered tsunami warnings for North Sulawesi and North Maluku. Warnings lifted; minor damage reported.
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Bali Launches Major Infrastructure Push to Support Sustainable Tourism Growth Bali is investing in waste-to-energy plants, clean transport and water systems to protect the island's natural and cultural environment for future tourism.
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Flights
Scoot Doubles Lombok Flights and Adds Frequency to Komodo from June 2026 Scoot expands Indonesia from June 2026: Lombok grows to 10 weekly flights, Labuan Bajo to 3x weekly, with extra seats on Bali and Jakarta routes.
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Islamic New Year 2026 Indonesia: Public Holiday June 16 Tahun Baru Islam 1448 AH falls on June 16, 2026 in Indonesia. What closes, what stays open, and how it affects travel to Bali and Java.
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Indonesia Domestic Flight Fares Drop as VAT Exemption Takes Effect Indonesia's VAT exemption on domestic flights cuts ticket prices by 10–12%, making inter-island travel more affordable through late June 2026.
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