Tsunami Warning Sparks Mega-Quake Fears in Bali
A magnitude 7.4–7.7 earthquake off the coast of Japan on 20 April has once again sparked a wave of anxious discussion about Bali. The media have been talking about a mega-earthquake of up to 9.0, but…
Rescue by Helicopter: Tourists Saved from Bali Cliff
Just two months ago in Bali, they unveiled a Bell 412 helicopter equipped with a hoist system — a winch that lowers a rescuer and lifts an injured person without landing. At the time, this was describ…
Nusa Dua: Restaurant at Club Med Bali Catches Fire
In Nusa Dua, Club Med Bali caught fire on the morning of 24 April. The fire did not start in the accommodation buildings, but in the restaurant area and the hotel’s main kitchen.
Ubud’s Next Upgrade: Goodbye Overhead Cables
A project to move telecommunications cables underground has started in Ubud. The work was officially launched on 20 April by the authorities of Gianyar Regency together with the association of telecom…
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…
No One Owns the Ocean: The Fight for Bo’a
Update:
The Rote Ndao District Court has fully acquitted Erasmus Frans Mandato in the case concerning his posts about access to Bo’a. The judges ordered that all charges be dropped, that he be released from c…