After nearly four years behind bars in Kerobokan prison, Denis Pedant, the infamous troll of the Russian-speaking community in Bali, has finally regained his freedom.
In this exclusive interview, Pedant shares insights into his journey from riding the waves to incarceration; his experiences surviving in prison; and his thoughts on karma, Eastern European-style.
A Certificate of Good Conduct, also known as SKCK (Surat Keterangan Catatan Kepolisian), is an official document issued by the Indonesian National Police. It certifies that you have no criminal record…
A foreigner caused chaos in Kerobokan, breaking into a local resident’s home, smashing a glass window of a nearby shop, and even attempting to steal a parked motorcycle.
The equatorial climate of Bali with increased humidity makes itself felt. And problems with electronics occur here periodically. And if you’re one of those who aren’t used to waiting for the thunder t…
If you felt that Bali Airport was more crowded this summer, you weren’t imagining it. July officially became the busiest month of the year. Over 31 days, 2,356,143 people passed through Ngurah Rai Air…
The Indonesian bank Permata issued a record number of cards to foreigners in February 2022. Local plastic cards are used for cryptocurrency transactions and everyday payments.
In 2025, Bali once again lives up to its reputation as the island of dreams.
The flow of tourists is growing at an impressive rate, and the figures confirm this. In just the first seven months of the year, from January to July, over 4 million foreign guests arrived here. These…
KITAS, a permit issued to foreigners in Indonesia, serves various purposes such as work, investment, retirement, education, research, religious activities, or repatriation. It is a temporary residence…
Sea cruises to Bali are becoming increasingly popular. According to the port company PT Pelabuhan Indonesia (Pelindo), 36 liners passed through Benoa Port in Denpasar from January to April 2025, bring…
