UAE Visa Update: The UAE expanded visa-on-arrival to Indonesians (plus Vietnam, Thailand, Philippines, Kenya, South Africa) for 14 or 60 days, but only if travelers hold a valid residence permit from places like the US, EU, UK, Singapore, Japan, South Korea, Australia, New Zealand or Canada; families are included and overstays face a Dh50/day fine. Indonesia Tourism Push: Indonesia targets 1.18 billion domestic tourist trips in 2026, backed by the #DiIndonesiaAja campaign and holiday promotions. Holiday Shopping Boost: The Tourism Ministry’s BINA Holiday & Back to School 2026 program offers up to 50% discounts across 414 malls in 24 provinces to drive “shopping tourism.” Aviation Decarbonization: Indonesia plans to start using Sustainable Aviation Fuel in 2027 as part of airport and aviation emissions cuts. Air Connectivity: Malaysia added four new routes linking Kuala Lumpur with China and Indonesia (including Jakarta), improving regional travel options. Marine Conservation Spotlight: A global milestone notes marine protected areas now cover 10% of the ocean, with emphasis on enforcement and real-world impact. Komodo vs Monitor: A quick explainer compares Komodo dragons and monitor lizards by size, hunting style and habitat—useful for wildlife-minded travelers. Safety Note: A British tourist died in a Bali motorcycle crash while celebrating his birthday. Energy Transit: Pertamina’s Gamsunoro tanker safely transited the Strait of Hormuz after a risk assessment and coordination with Indonesia’s foreign ministry.