A two-storey villa in Tibubeneng burned down along with everything inside after a guest set fire to paper in the bathroom to drive out spiders.
The villa had an alang-alang thatch roof, and the dry grass caught fire within minutes. No one was injured, and police put the damage at around 2 billion rupiah.
Bali’s idyllic weather and lush landscapes create a paradise for Instagram-worthy photos and a thriving habitat for diverse wildlife, including animals, insects, and reptiles. However, it’s important…
I am terrified of snakes, even non-venomous ones. Are there snakes in Bali? Where is the highest chance of encountering them (i.e. where should I avoid)? Where should I go for medical attention after…
Tanah Lot Temple is one of the nine main sacred temples of Bali. It is under UNESCO protection. Thousands of tourists visit daily to see this amazing place.
The temple is built on a small islet, which is separated from the mainland by the sea during high tide. Only when the water is low can you go inside, however, tourists can only wander at the foot of t…
The breeding season for king cobras in Bali seems to be starting earlier and earlier. Fresh footage from the Reptil Asih Tabanan team, who catch a couple of snakes every year, is already racking up vi…
A video is gaining traction on social media in which an injured foreigner shows deep cuts on his neck and a bandaged finger.
The footage, with his candid account of how an ordinary scooter ride almost ended in tragedy, set off a storm of comments.
Birds-of-paradise are easy to find in wildlife documentaries and lists of the planet’s most unusual animals. But how and where can you see them in real life? These birds live deep in the forests of Ne…
There are no confirmed cases of the Zika virus in Bali: none have turned up in the island's hospitals or in reports from district health offices. At the same time, the island is expanding laborat…
Venomous blue bottle jellyfish have been spotted off Segara Ayu Beach (Pantai Segara Ayu) in Sanur. Their sting can cause intense itching and a painful burning sensation. Lifeguards are urging people…
Over three days, this route reveals the most fascinating sides of Flores: trekking through the jungle to the mountain village of Wae Rebo, the archaeological mysteries of Liang Bua, the unusual Lingko…
