Bali Plans Two Piers for Airport-to-Canggu Water Taxi
Badung Regency is considering sites for two coastal piers: one at Sekeh Beach (Pantai Sekeh) in Tuban near the airport, and the other at Berawa Beach (Pantai Berawa) in Canggu.
Perseid Meteor Shower: When to Watch from Bali
If you have been meaning to spend an evening somewhere away from the city lights, save the date. The Perseid meteor shower will peak over Bali on the night of 12–13 August, and the near-total absence…
Your Bali Property Project Stalled: How to Recover Your Money
When a developer misses deadlines, stops responding, or fails to return invested funds, many people immediately consider going to court or the police. In practice, the first and most important step is…
Nusa Penida Gets a Single 112 Emergency Number
Klungkung Regency has launched a single emergency number — 112. Calls are free, and the number can be used to report a fire, accident, crime, natural disaster, or someone in urgent need of medical hel…
Bali Keeps Ban on Plastic Water Bottles Under One Litre
Bali’s ban on drinking water in plastic containers smaller than one litre can no longer be challenged.
A local water producer’s lawsuit against the provincial authorities failed at two levels, the deadline for a cassation appeal expired on July 29, and the ruling became legally binding. The circular de…
Bali Deports Australian for Working at Yoga Retreat
A 55-year-old Australian man has been deported from Bali after leading meditation sessions at a yoga retreat while staying in Indonesia on a Visa on Arrival (VOA). Singaraja Immigration classified the…
Sira Village Outlet: What Bali’s New Shopping Destination Is Really Like
After several major shopping centres opened in Bali, it seemed the island’s retail scene was finally well covered. Yet anyone looking for specific international brands still had the same problem: find…
Bali to Host President’s Cup Finals Behind Closed Doors
Kapten I Wayan Dipta Stadium in Gianyar has been chosen to host the semifinals and final of the 2026 Piala Presiden. The tournament’s decisive match is scheduled for August 6. Despite the significance…
How to Exit a PT PMA Without Overspending
Your company in Bali is no longer delivering the expected results, your plans have changed, or the business is no longer relevant. In this situation, many owners immediately consider liquidating their…
New Rating System Puts Bali Hotels Under Review
The Bali Kerthi Compliance hotel assessment system has been launched in Bali. Hotels receive one of three ratings — Gold, Platinum or Diamond — which are expected to be displayed on online booking pla…
