World Cup Final in Bali: Top Spots to Watch Live
The time difference means every World Cup match has kicked off in the middle of the night for fans in Bali. But a tournament that comes around only once every four years is worth staying awake for.
TransNusa Launches Bali Flights to Sumba and Wakatobi
TransNusa has expanded its route network from Ngurah Rai Airport. The first flight to Waingapu in eastern Sumba took place on 15 July, followed on 16 July by the first flight to Matahora Airport on Wa…
Three Foreigners Deported from Bali Over Illegal Yoga Work
The Singaraja Immigration Office has deported three foreign nationals who were working in Bali on permits intended solely for short-term visits.
A 48-year-old Indian man and a 44-year-old Singaporean woman organised a yoga retreat and held classes at a villa in Buleleng. Another offender, a 34-year-old Chinese man, was installing industrial eq…
Urban Fun Run Bali Tickets Sold Without Venue Approval
Urban Fun Run Bali participants should not yet expect the race to take place at the advertised venue. ITDC, the company that manages The Nusa Dua resort area, said the organisers had not applied to us…
Stranded Humpback Whale Dies Despite Rescue Efforts
On Tuesday, residents of Jembrana spent several hours trying to return a huge humpback whale to the ocean, but a strong low tide made it impossible to save the animal.
Bali’s Iconic Kite Festivals Continue All August
The busiest part of Bali’s kite season is beginning. From mid-July to the end of August, at least eight festivals and competitions are scheduled on the island. Most will take place on Mertasari and Pa…
Indonesia’s 0.5% Tax Is No Longer for Everyone
Until recently, most small companies in Indonesia could use the preferential UMKM tax regime and pay just 0.5% of turnover. This system was convenient: it did not require full accounting, and the tax…
Bali to Deport Foreigners Over Helmet Violations
Badung Police are discussing tougher measures with the immigration authorities for foreigners who break traffic rules. In some cases, this could lead to deportation.
The police have already invited immigration representatives to discuss joint action. A foreigner stopped for riding without a helmet or for another offence may be handed over to the immigration author…
New Direct Flights Connect Beijing Daxing and Bali
China Eastern Airlines has resumed direct flights between Beijing and Bali. The first MU889 flight from Daxing Airport arrived in Denpasar on the evening of 11 July. The Airbus A330 brought 287 passen…
Bali Glamping Probed Over Pool and Temple Access
A Bali parliamentary commission has inspected Bali Beach Glamping in Tabanan. The deputies suspect that part of the complex was built too close to the shore and that the road to a local temple has bec…
