The search continues on Lombok for missing Russian woman Alexandra Mordovina. The island authorities have launched a large-scale operation involving rescuers with drones and thermal cameras, along wit…
The search for a 15-year-old French teenager who recently fell into a ravine on Mount Batukaru and went missing has dragged on. It has now been nine days since his disappearance and the start of activ…
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.
A 21-year-old woman from New Zealand, Kaya Awhitu, has been found safe after going missing during a holiday in Bali, igniting concern among her family and friends. Awhitu traveled to the popular Indon…
A tourist went missing on 18 February at one of Java’s most beautiful natural landmarks, Mount Ijen. The search is still ongoing and, despite favourable weather, rescuers have not yet been able to fin…
Bali Police are investigating the alleged kidnapping of 28-year-old Ukrainian national Ihor Komarov. One foreign national with the initials CH has been detained in West Nusa Tenggara. Police describe…
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…
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.
There has been an increase in incidents involving both foreign and local tourists during hiking trips in Bali. Recently, we reported a case where a guide and a tourist from Jakarta got lost on Mount B…
Singapore has a reputation for luxury, but don’t let that scare you off. Whether you’re ready to splurge or traveling with just a backpack and a tight budget, there’s plenty to enjoy. The city offers…
