The Indonesian immigration authority is taking serious steps regarding hotels, guesthouses, and villas that accommodate foreigners. The Directorate General of Immigration has launched a new digital pl…
Right after Nyepi, the Day of Silence, another fascinating ritual takes place in Bali — Mebuug-buugan. This is an ancient Balinese ritual that dates back to the island’s pre-Hindu era. It is believed…
Authorities at Bali’s Ngurah Rai International Airport have detained an Argentinian woman who arrived on a flight from Dubai after she attempted to smuggle 323.76 grams of cocaine into the country.
Every year after Nyepi, we count the number of those who violated the strict rules of the Day of Silence. Usually, they are tourists. But this time, things turned out differently. So far, there have b…
Just before the quietest day of the year in Bali comes the loudest one. The Pengrupukan Parade, held on the eve of Nyepi, offers locals not only a way to honor religious tradition, but also a chance t…
Bali Governor Wayan Koster has announced plans to ban non-Balinese individuals from working as drivers of tourist transport.
“Vehicles transporting tourists with license plates not registered in Bali will no longer be allowed to operate. They must use Bali-registered DK plates, and the drivers must hold Indonesian ID cards…
Bali Governor Wayan Koster stated that Bali is currently in chaos, and if the situation continues, the island’s tourism image could be seriously damaged. His statement came in response to numerous rep…

Music lessons / Skill classes in Ulu/Pecatu etc?
If you’re in Uluwatu or Pecatu long-term, you’ll mostly find yoga and surf classes, with occasional Latin dance sessions. Music lessons like guitar or ukulele can be arranged privately, and some local…
Looking for fun long term skill classes for residents (not holiday) in the Ulu/ Pecatu area. Any help appreciated.
Where to buy Bonsoy in Uluwatu?
Anywhere in big supermarkets like Pepito