In Bali, officials ordered the construction of a hotel in Cepaka, Tabanan, to be halted. The site is located next to the Penet River. An inspection found several violations: the building does not matc…
Bali’s immigration service reported that from January to April 2026 the number of foreign tourists increased by 10% compared with the same period last year. Over four months, more than 4.5 million peo…
Travelling with a young child isn’t easy, especially if you have a long-haul flight ahead. You need to think through every little detail. Whether you’re going away for a short break or a longer stay…
Bali is preparing for the 48th Bali Arts Festival — Pesta Kesenian Bali. It will take place in Denpasar from 13 June to 11 July 2026 and will bring together around 20,000 artists from Bali, other regi…
Bali Spirit Festival 2026 once again opened its doors at Yoga Barn, inviting participants from all over the world to immerse themselves in yoga, dance, music and deep practices. From 15 to 19 April, t…
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.
If you’re planning your holiday or searching for accommodation in Bali, the first and most important step is deciding which part of the island you want to stay in. Bali’s regions are incredibly d…
Culture Run Bali 2026 has been announced in Bali. The race will take place on 26 July 2026 at Peninsula Island in the Nusa Dua resort area.
Three distances have been announced: 5 km, 10 km and a half marathon. Registration is not open yet, so follow the official Instagram. Entry fees start from 250,000 rupiah for the 5 km, from 350,000 fo…
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.
In Bali, one of the most high-profile changes to planning rules in recent years is being discussed — a possible increase in the permitted building height from the usual 15 metres to 45.
