Benoa Port Authority has begun inspecting water activity operators that fail to comply with safety requirements. Inspectors are checking pre-departure safety briefings, life jackets, and the routes us…
Looking for fun long term skill classes for residents (not holiday) in the Ulu/ Pecatu area. Any help appreciated.
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…
At first glance, Bali, often perceived as a paradise surrounded by breathtaking nature, appears to visitors or those who have only heard about it as a magical world. But what if we look at the everyda…
The Australian Government’s SmartTraveller has reaffirmed Indonesia’s travel advisory status as “Exercise a high degree of caution.” This means Australians can continue enjoying trips to Bali while st…
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.
A volcanic eruption at the far end of the island chain is already affecting flights from Bali. Ngurah Rai Airport is cancelling flights to and from Jakarta. Departures have been scrapped by Garuda Ind…
Denpasar immigration has expelled from Bali a foreigner holding an investor stay permit. During a check he was unable to say what the company whose shares the permit was issued for actually does, or w…
Local authorities in Bali have been instructed to gather complete data on villas and other properties rented out to tourists, and to check which of them hold permits. The move follows complaints about…
