Thousands attempt to storm parliament in Indonesia as changes to election laws spark unrest
Smarttraveller isn't telling you to put your Bali trip on hold just yet, but we're suggesting you keep an eye on it.
Indonesian Ministry of State-owned enterprises and UAE’s Eagle Hills sign $3 billion tourism development agreement
UAE is throwing buckets of money at ventures throughout our backyard. 'I've got a few ideas I want to run past you.'
Transnusa adds 5 new domestic routes in boost to Indonesian tourism
TransNusa has introduced five new domestic routes to boost domestic and foreign tourism spending and travel. Ticket sale...
Indonesia pips NZ as top destination for Aussie travellers
Meanwhile, Australia remains Kiwis' favourite destination. Not that we're competing or anything.
TWU to support Virgin over Jetstar in fight for new routes to Indonesia
The TWU supporting Virgin is starting become as common as us supporting a Surry Hills tavern of a Friday!
12Go reveals top 10 destinations for family travel in 2023
As someone without kids, this hasn't much relevance to me. But when the time comes, I'll be sure to look back to this.
Albanese set to announce visa changes to boost business travel between Indonesia and Australia
The saga involving visas for Indonesians and Australians in the two nations continues. It's the story that may never end...
WATCH: New video shows NZ pilot in captivity of rebel fighters in Papua
The fighters have promised to treat the pilot humanely while demanding independence.
“It will be a problem”: Here’s what Indonesia’s pre-marital sex ban means for Bali tourists
The "Bali bonk ban" is back, bringing with it massive implications for both tourists and the local tourism industry.
Bali visas just got a whole lot easier
This is excellent news for last-minute holidayers with an itch for South East Asia.
Cruise Traveller’s biggest, longest and best value voyage ever
Does a luxe 82-night fly, cruise and stay journey across the Pacific Ocean from Darwin to Chile sound good to you? You w...
Hundreds of Aussies stranded in Bali as Jetstar grounds half its long-haul fleet
Cancellations across Jetstar's network have affected thousands of Aussies with many left stranded in Bali for more than ...
It’s Viva la Villa For Your Next Bali Escape!
Get your bubbly ready because Bali Villa Escapes will have you livin' la vida luxury.
Club Med’s flash sale has 30% off Asian resorts
Just to clarify, it's 30% off resort deals, not the actual resorts themselves. Although that would be quite the sale.
COMO Hotels and Resorts unveils new Asia retreats
The hotel group has got quite the variety of journeys here, varying from boxing to photography. Hosting one that combine...
Travel industry steadfast on keeping foot-and-mouth disease out of Aus
The industry is also intent on stopping TikTokers from dancing on sacred sites. We're still not sure which is more achie...
Bali travellers face increased biosecurity screening as farmers urge government action
The government has cracked down on Aussies returning from Bali to halt the spread of an infectious disease. No, we're no...
Virgin to launch new routes across Pacific Islands as Qantas applied for Samoa access
Its island escapes galore for Aussie airlines, with new and revived flights to Bali, Vanuatu, Fiji, Samoa and New Zealan...