The Cyber Crime Directorate of Bali Provincial Police reported the arrest of 35 Indian citizens in connection with an online gambling operation. The group operated from two rented properties: a villa…
To make it easier for you to understand, we offer detailed instructions since the website and app are only available in the Indonesian language. While you can use website translation tools in your bro…
A law set to significantly change the rules governing tourist transport is about to come into effect on the island. The Regional People’s Representative Council (DPRD) has already approved the draft.
Relevant for 2023…
Bali is not a mega-city, and it can be challenging to find certain electronics, clothing, and other items. Typically, people who live on Bali for an extended period try to order items through the inte…
Who’s more charismatic than Bali’s motorbike taxi drivers? It’s no surprise that videos featuring them often rack up the most views. Many people try to use that to grow their social media, but sometim…
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's power sector is being turned toward solar. Work has begun in the island on a 300-megawatt plant with a gigawatt-hour storage battery, the aim being to move away from imported fuel: at pres…
A visa run or a long layover in Hong Kong is a great opportunity for a change of scenery, a visa renewal and a taste of a completely different pace of life.
Indonesia’s Visa on Arrival may double in price: 1 000 000 rupiah if obtained at the airport, and 750 000 if arranged in advance online. Both options currently cost 500 000. Hendarsam Marantoko, head…
In 2026, Indonesian immigration authorities have taken a noticeably tougher approach to visa violations. While many foreigners previously saw deportation as the most serious consequence, immigration o…