One of the island’s brightest festivals is kicking off in Semarapura. From 28 April to 1 May, the city centre turns into a large open-air venue with concerts, food, local brands and a lively street at…
The authorities of Denpasar are preparing a major renovation of the city’s historic center. It will commence in 2026. The project, costing 120–150 billion rupiahs, aims not only to preserve architectu…
The culinary diversity of Bali is as vibrant and unexpected as the color palette of its beach landscape. Authentic dishes are filled with vibrant flavors, traditional customs, and incredible stories.
Many first-time visitors to Bali make the same mistake: they head to supermarkets such as Pepito and buy familiar-looking yellow bananas. In reality, these are often imported varieties with a fairly o…
Benoa (Nusa Dua) is one of the calmest and most prestigious areas in Bali. It is located in the south-east of the island, on the Bukit Peninsula, just 25–30 minutes’ drive from the airport via the sce…
Australian travel insurers are reporting a concerning rise in gastroenteritis claims from tourists returning from Bali. Southern Cross Travel Insurance recorded a staggering 79% increase in January 20…
The Balinese are among the kindest people in the world. Even a verbal argument — let alone a fight — is very rare among the island’s local people.
But once every 210 days in Munggu, dozens of local men pick up long sticks and face off against each other. This is how the traditional Mekotek ritual begins.
If you’ve been dreaming of getting into Indonesian food for ages, but so far you haven’t dared to go beyond nasi goreng, you really should make it to the Ubud Food Festival.
They stand on every street, already intimidating just by their appearance — but on the night of March 19th, they will reveal themselves to the entire island. Balinese youth are putting the final touch…
