Lycra (named after the material) is a very useful piece of gear, especially for beginner surfers. Here are its advantages:…
So, if you're a beginner surfer and not trying to cut corners on gear, buying a lycra is definitely a good idea!
Bali is beautiful because you can enjoy good surfing all year round here. Dozens of surf spots on different sides of the island allow you to surf in almost any wind, tide (tide chart for Bali), and sw…
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…
In Bali’s heat, something interesting happens quite quickly: you get used to it and stop noticing it. In the morning you hop on your scooter, stop for a coffee, then head to the beach, then somewhere…
Bali is considering introducing a daily tax for foreign tourists, following Bhutan’s example. The goal of this measure is to attract “high-quality” tourists and increase revenue.
The rainy season on the island is coming to an end. Indonesia’s Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) forecasts that the dry season will start earlier than usual and last longer than n…
This story is unfolding right now on Rote Island, Indonesia. Once again, it’s a clash between business and local residents. That script is as old as time, but it’s worrying that in Indonesia these sto…
Dinner in Bali is easy — the island is packed with incredible restaurants. But what happens when the plates are cleared and you’re nowhere near ready to call it a night? That’s where a lot of traveler…
What to buy, when to go, how to bargain — and why this place will probably keep you longer than you planned.
Picture this. You’re walking down Jalan Raya Ubud, the main road cutting through the heart of Bali’s cultural capital. The air smells like incense. A gamelan melody drifts from somewhere nearby. And t…
