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06/12/25
06/12/25

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…

Food
Upd. 25/01/26
Cooking Classes in Bali: What to Try and Where to Go

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…

Cooking Classes in Bali: What to Try and Where to Go
News
Upd. 31/12/25
GWK Supports Ban on New Year's Fireworks

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…

GWK Supports Ban on New Year's Fireworks
News
Upd. 29/12/25
Kuta Says No to NYE Fireworks — With One Exception

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…

Kuta Says No to NYE Fireworks — With One Exception
Culture, religion and language
Upd. 19/04/25
When Love Knows No Religion: Tales from Bali

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.

When Love Knows No Religion: Tales from Bali
News
Upd. 06/12/25
Bali Sidesteps Cyclone, Expect More Showers

While much of Southeast Asia is battling devastating floods, Indonesian authorities assure that Bali remains safe for travelers. However, caution is still advised, as the rainy season is once again sh…

Bali Sidesteps Cyclone, Expect More Showers
27/07/25
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News
Upd. 16/11/25
New Mega Timezone Opens at Bali’s Trans Studio Mall

In September 2025, a new Timezone opened in Denpasar, one of the largest family entertainment centers in Bali. The 1,291-square-meter space was launched in the Trans Studio Mall Bali. It features over…

New Mega Timezone Opens at Bali’s Trans Studio Mall