Ferry Services Expanded Between Java and Bali
The ferry line between port in western Bali and Ketapang port in the Banyuwangi district (East Java) is starting to manage the queues. On July 26, an additional vessel — KMP Gading Nusantara — wa…
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Storm Halts Fast Boats in Lombok Strait, Ferries Overloaded
On the morning of July 30, all speedboats from the ports of Padangbai in eastern Bali and Lembar on the west coast of Lombok were halted. The strait recorded three-meter waves (peaks up to 4 m) and a…
Storm Diverts Bali Ferry — All Passengers Saved
The ferry on the Java-Bali line faced troubles again. The vessel was heading to the port of Gilimanuk, but strong currents, a storm, and heavy rain thwarted its plans.
KMP Cemerlang 55 departed from the Javanese port of Banyuwangi with 53 passengers and cargo: 14 motorcycles, one three-wheeled truck, and eight cars. Around 2:30 PM, the ferry lost control and was car…
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.
Ferry Sinks Near Bali: Dozens Missing
A major tragedy occurred on the evening of July 2 off the coast of Bali: the KMP Tunu Pratama Jaya ferry, traveling from Ketapang port in East Java to Gilimanuk port in Bali, sank about half an hour a…
9 Dead in Bali Floods, Authorities Declare Emergency
Torrential rains that hit Bali starting September 8, 2025, caused widespread flooding and caught the attention of media from Australia and Singapore to the USA and UK. The disaster affected Denpasar…
Ferry Fire Sparks Panic on Way to Manado
In Indonesia, the ferry KM Barcelona 5, traveling from Melonguane Port in the Talaud Islands to Manado, caught fire at noon on Sunday, July 20, near the island of Talise in North Sulawesi. The fire be…
Tourism Ministry Issues New Safety Guidelines
Indonesia is a thriving tourist region with incredible islands and nature. Every year, millions of tourists from around the world flock here for the sun, waves, and new experiences. However, it’s impo…
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Indonesia Warns: Bali Faces Incoming Rainy Season
Meteorologists warn that the heaviest rains in Bali are expected in January–February 2026. Floods, landslides, and mudflows are possible. To mitigate risks, the Emergency Agency has already prepared m…
