Why Smart Travelers Choose Bali in Summer
Many people first come to Bali in winter to escape the snow and cold. But those who have visited the island several times are increasingly planning their trips between June and September. These months…
North Bali Airport Project Returns to the Government Agenda
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has supported accelerating the new airport project in North Bali. The airport is proposed to be built on land in Kubutambahan, Buleleng Regency, using private inv…
One Dead, Two Rescued After Separate Mountain Emergencies in Bali
Bali’s rescue teams responded to two separate mountain emergencies over the weekend. One incident ended in tragedy, while in the other, two young women were safely brought down the mountain after beco…
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.
A Foreigner's Guide to Buying a Car in Bali
Navigating the car-buying maze in Bali as a foreigner can feel like a high-stakes game.
With online expat forums buzzing with questions like, “Can I buy a car in Indonesia?” and “Can I register it in my name?” it’s no wonder the process might seem daunting.
Statistics and Facts About the Island of Bali
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…
How to Choose Bananas in Bali Like a Local
Many first-time visitors to Bali make the same mistake: they head to supermarkets such as Pepito and buy familiar-looking yellow bananas. In reality, these are often imported varieties with a fairly o…
Bali Plans Faster Traffic Fixes Around the Airport
Bali Governor Wayan Koster has ordered work to improve transport access to Ngurah Rai Airport to be accelerated.
Meeting participants discussed traffic jams at the airport entrance and exit, bottlenecks in Badung and Denpasar, and the fact that the problem cannot be solved one junction at a time.
Where is Bali located? Is Bali a country?
Bali is not a country — it is an island and one of Indonesia’s 38 provinces, located in Southeast Asia between the islands of Java and Lombok, about 8 degrees south of the equator. The provincial capi…
Rental Dispute Ends With Police at Bali Villa
Balinese investigators are examining videos showing a crowd of strong-built men with sticks smashing the gates of a villa in Nusa Dua and forcing their way onto the property. The footage was filmed by…
