This Weeks Top Bali Travel and Real Estate News

    

Don't just visit Bali, experience it! This weekly “Bali Travel & Real Estate News” summary is your key to unlocking a richer, more informed journey.

We go beyond the headlines to provide actionable insights that can directly benefit your Bali travels, Bali real estate ventures, health, and even your tech know-how.

 Tune in each week and discover how to make the most of your time in paradise.

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ThisWeeks Bali News

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Selamat Tahun Baru - Happy New Year to our Family, Friends, Clients & Associates around the World

To all Family, Friends, Clients & Associates in Bali and around the world, our team at PT. Bali Affordable Lifestyles International, PT Bali Luxury Villas, Best Bali Real Estate, and the Owners family Azizah, Xander, Darus, and Lawrence extend our warmest wishes for a very Happy New Year to you and your loved ones.

May this New Year bring you peace, happiness, and countless blessings!

May you "Thrive in 2025"

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Tourists Should Book Entry Tickets In Advance For This Top Bali Attraction

Bali’s most famous attractions are going to be busy over the next few weeks, and there are a few ways in which travelers can help navigate some potential chaos.

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Tourist’s 2024 Spending Habits In Bali Revealed

Leading tourism researchers in Bali have been crunching all of the data that 2024 has had to offer.

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5 Best Places to Celebrate New Year's Eve in Bali 2025, Hidden Gems

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Celebrating New Year's Eve in Bali has become a common dream for travelers and tourists. As a dominant thrust in Indonesia’s tourism, Bali excels in countless fields, with authentic delicacies, a broad spectrum of entertainment sources, and pronounced hospitality being some of the reasons vacationers book repeat trips to the Land of the Gods.

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Indian travel blogger shows what ₹1,000 gets you in Bali: 'Budget traveller’s dream'

ByMahipal Singh Chouhan


A viral video showed an Indian traveller using ₹1,000 in Bali to buy meals, drinks, and more, highlighting the island’s affordability.




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Bali’s Kuta And Sanur Beaches Captivate Tourists, Turning Rainy Holidays Into Magic


The iconic beaches of Kuta and Sanur are drawing both domestic and international travelers this holiday season, each offering distinct experiences during the Christmas and New Year festivities.

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Bali’s Best Travel Hacks Save Time And Money For First Time Visitors

If you are traveling to Bali for the first time in 2025 or just getting ready to fly to the island to celebrate the new year, you are in for a treat!

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Bali Beaches Shine This Holiday Season Despite Rainy Weather

Badung, Bali. Kuta and Sanur Beaches in Bali are attracting both domestic and international tourists during the Christmas and New Year holidays, albeit with differing experiences. 

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Rupiah Depreciation Likely to Continue Into 2025, Says Bank Mandiri Economist

Jakarta. Indonesia's rupiah is expected to face continued depreciation into early 2025, according to Dian Ayu Yustina, Head of Macroeconomic and Financial Market Research at Bank Mandiri. According to Dian, ongoing uncertainty in the global economy, particularly due to the upcoming US presidential inauguration in January 2025, could further pressure currency markets.

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Year-End Floods Submerge Several Areas in Kuta, Bali

Year-End Floods Submerge Several Areas in Kuta, Bali. Image Source: JPNN

A number of highways and residents’ houses in the Kuta District, Badung Regency, Bali, were submerged in floodwaters due to high rainfall on Sunday, the 22nd of December.

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Tourist’s 2024 Spending Habits In Bali Revealed

Leading tourism researchers in Bali have been crunching all of the data that 2024 has had to offer.

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Foreign nationals' arrivals to Indonesia continue to increase

Tangerang (ANTARA) - Indonesia's Immigration Office reported that the arrivals of foreign nationals in the country have been increasing.

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Bali International Hospital to Operate Early 2025,

Bali International Hospital (BIH) in the Sanur Health Special Economic Zone, Bali, will be operational in early 2025.

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Celebrating Christmas with Love and Joy

To all Christians in Bali and around the world, the team at PT. Bali Affordable Lifestyles International, PT Bali Luxury Villas, Best Bali Real Estate, and the Owners family Azizah, Xander, Darus, and Lawrence extend our warmest wishes for a very Merry Christmas to you and your loved ones.

May this season bring you peace, happiness, and countless blessings!

A very Merry Christmas to Christians in Bali and throughout the world.

See Video of our Christmas Luncheon Here

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Exploring Ancient Wonders: A Bali Families Journey Through Egypt's Iconic Museums

A Historic Start: The Egyptian Museum in Cairo

Azizah & Lawrence at the Egyptian Museum in Cairo 12 / 2024
After marveling at the Great Pyramids of Giza on their first day in Egypt, Azizah, Xander, Darius and Dad (Lawrence) from Bali continued their exploration at the legendary Egyptian Museum in Cairo.

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What it REALLY Costs to Retire in Bali:


Two women who made the move reveal why they're never returning to Australia - as we explain all you need to know about visas, healthcare and getting your pension Aussies are moving to Bali to live much more cheaply.

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Bali Airport Launches Christmas Operation To Support 1.3 Million Tourists

Bali’s Airport: A World-Class Travel Experience

Azizah, Xander, Darius and Lawrence at Abu Dhabi Airport A few days ago on their way back to Bali

As a seasoned traveler and hotel owner and general manager, I’ve had the privilege of visiting countless destinations around the globe.

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Bali Family Trip Back in Time 7000 Years To Egypt - Bali to Cairo

Long-time Bali residents Lawrence, a Canadian seasoned developer, and his charming wife Azizah, a licensed Notary, along with their two sons—Darius, 16, and Xander, 20—embarked on a school holiday adventure two weeks ago.

This trip held special significance, as it might be the family’s last overseas vacation together before Xander ventures into adulthood.

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Bali Reelects Its Former Governor

DENPASAR, NusaBali.com - Wayan Koster, Bali's former governor from 2018 to 2023, was reelected during the 2024 Indonesia’s Simultaneous Regional Elections as the official result was confirmed by the Bali General Election Commission on Sunday (12/8).

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Southeast Asia's islands honored among world's best in 2024

A series of popular islands across Southeast Asia, including Vietnam's Phu Quoc, have gained honors from international media this year, boosting the region's reputation on global tourism map.

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Bali, Asia's most beautiful island most searched solo destination by Americans:

The holiday island Bali in Indonesia, known for its pristine beaches and sacred temples, was the most searched solo travel destination on Google by American tourists this year.

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Tourists Encouraged To Make Reservations ASAP For Bali’s Best Christmas Dinners

Can you believe it? Christmas is just around the corner!
For those who will be in Bali for the big day, there are so many wonderful ways to celebrate the occasion.

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A Family Adventure back in time 5,000 to 7,000 years

December 7th, 2024

Bucket List Adventure: Conquering Giza with the Fam!

Yesterday was EPIC! A long time Bali Resident finally crossed off not one, but TWO major items from his bucket list (a number of experiences or achievements that a person hopes to have or accomplish during their lifetime).

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India's 2024 in search: Azerbaijan, Bali, Manali & more, top 10 destinations Indians Googled this year
As 2025 approaches, Google has released its “Year in Search” report, revealing the top international and domestic destinations that have captured the interest of Indian travelers for 2024

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Bali Recognized as the World’s Top Romantic Destination at the 2024 World Travel Awards

Bali, an island paradise in Indonesia, has long captivated travelers with its stunning landscapes, vibrant cultural heritage, and luxurious accommodations.

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Hoteliers Explain Why Bali Will Be A Top Travel Destination In 2025

Hotels, restaurants, and tourism business owners in Bali have taken the province’s listing on Fodor’s No List for 2025 to heart—and understandably so.________

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