Long-distance scooter trips across Bali and even the entire Indonesian archipelago have become a favorite among adventurous travelers. With breathtaking landscapes and rich culture, Indonesia offers t…
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.
Sekumpul Waterfall is often called one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Bali. It’s hidden in a green valley in the north of the island and feels much more dramatic than the easier roadside spots.
Mount Batukaru is Bali’s second-highest volcano, located in the quiet highlands of Tabanan. Surrounded by dense rainforest and traditional villages, it offers a more remote trekking experience compare…
Bali’s food scene isn’t just about cafés and restaurants. One of the most interesting ways to experience the island is through its home-style cooking — the kind locals make every day. Cooking classes…
Bali — a vibrant melting pot where Indonesian people of different faiths meet, often forming deep connections that culminate in love and marriage.
Yet, Indonesia’s marriage laws, which mandate religious ceremonies and require couples to share the same faith, pose significant hurdles for inter-faith unions.
The cultural park Garuda Wisnu Kencana (GWK) in Ungasan has cancelled fireworks on the night of January 1, 2026.
The decision not to hold fireworks was made as a 'sign of empathy and solidarity' with the people of Indonesia affected by natural disasters. The GWK Bali Countdown 2026 event will proceed, but withou…
The Kuta community has banned the sale of firecrackers and fireworks to maintain order and comfort during the celebration of the New Year 2026. This is despite the fact that many tourists and locals w…
Snorkelling alongside the largest fish on the planet—whale sharks up to ten metres long—is one of those experiences that’s hard to compare to anything else. Saleh Bay on Sumbawa Island is considered o…
Bali Sidesteps Cyclone, Expect More Showers
The north of Sumatra is flooded: tropical cyclone Senyar coupled with the rainy season has brought record rains, rivers have overflowed, triggering landslides and mudslides.
Dozens of cities and villages, including the Medan metropolitan area, have been affected: houses washed away, roads and bridges destroyed, people reach aid wading through knee-deep muddy water for day…