No One Owns the Ocean: The Fight for Bo’a
This story is unfolding right now on Rote Island, Indonesia. Once again, it’s a clash between business and local residents. That script is as old as time, but it’s worrying that in Indonesia these sto…
Stay Hydrated in Bali: The Electrolyte Drinks You Need
In Bali’s heat, something interesting happens quite quickly: you get used to it and stop noticing it. In the morning you hop on your scooter, stop for a coffee, then head to the beach, then somewhere…
Hop on a Bus to Rinjani: New Route Launched
Good news for anyone planning to climb Mount Rinjani but not keen to pay extra for a private transfer or ride to Lombok by motorbike.
From 10 April 2026, government-run tourist buses (KSPN) were officially launched on Lombok, linking the airport and main terminals with the “gateway” to Rinjani — the village of Sembalun.
Canggu Traffic May Finally Get a Reset
Canggu is often associated with traffic jams. Anyone who has stayed in the area and tried to reach the beach at rush hour will say so with confidence. It’s not just the main roads that grind to a halt…
Organic Waste Returns to Suwung — Limited to 2 Days a Week
The Suwung TPA landfill in Bali has started accepting organic waste again, but with restrictions. Local authorities have agreed with Indonesia’s Ministry of Environment on a temporary arrangement: bot…
Bali Releases Dozen of Its Rarest Birds
Twelve Bali mynas were released back into the wild on Bali — one of the island’s rarest and most well-known endemic species. The birds were released in the village of Karang Dalem Tua. The initiative…
Spend Less, Train More: ClassPass in Bali Explained
If you’re in Bali and planning to go to yoga, Pilates, or any studio-based workouts, there’s one not-so-obvious way to avoid overpaying — the ClassPass app.
Menjangan Could Become Bali’s Tourism-Free Sanctuary
The island of Menjangan in northern Bali is set to be protected from large-scale development and an influx of tourists. The authorities are discussing a new status for the area with a dual purpose—eco…
How to sort and recycle waste in Bali
Waste management in Bali is becoming increasingly challenging. The situation is made worse by the halt to transporting organic waste to the Suwung landfill in Denpasar from 1 April 2026.
Rave on a Volcano? Bali Probes Batur DJ Incident
There have been plenty of viral videos from Bali lately, but this one is definitely a contender for the most beautiful. However, despite the aesthetics, another scandal is flaring up around it.
