Bali Airports Expect Holiday Travel Spike
Denpasar authorities have warned of an increase in passenger numbers ahead of Lebaran 2026. Lebaran is the Indonesian name for Eid al-Fitr, which marks the end of Ramadan. During this period, many Ind…
How to pay for travel on the toll road in Bali?
Toll gates run by Jasamarga Bali Tol take electronic payment. Use an e-money card and check that it has enough balance before you reach the gate.
If another motorcyclist agrees to pay your toll with their e-money card, settle how you will pay them back before you reach the gate; the operator's Class VI fare is IDR 5,500. If you are driving…
Travel + Leisure: Bali in Top 3 Islands
Travel + Leisure magazine published the results of the World’s Best Awards 2025. In the 'Best Islands in the World' category, the Greek island of Paros took the first place (96.50 points), followed by…
Moving to Indonesia with Pets: Full Import Guide
Are you planning a trip or relocating to Bali with your pet? Let’s go over the key details for transporting your furry companions, including required documents, vaccinations, recommended agencies, and…
Bali Increases Zika Checks After US Travel Warning
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…
Where to Travel for a Bali Visa Run: Part 2
A visa run doesn’t always have to mean taking the shortest possible flight out of Indonesia and returning to Bali the next day. If you have a little more time, the Philippines, Vietnam, Sri Lanka and…
Where to Travel for a Bali Visa Run: Part 1
If you stay in Bali long enough, there is a good chance that at some point you will need to leave Indonesia before starting a new period of stay. That short trip abroad is commonly known as a visa run
Travel Light: Lion Air Group Unveils New Baggage Policy
Starting December 1, 2024, Lion Air Group (Lion Air, Batik Air, Super Air Jet, and Wings Air), Indonesia’s largest private airline, will implement new baggage rules.
These changes apply to both carry-on and checked luggage, aiming to simplify the handling and transportation of items.
Flying to Bali via China: Transit Rules and Airport Connections
China is a major transit hub for international travelers flying to Bali, with connecting flights available through Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and other Chinese cities.
Depending on their nationality, flight itinerary, and length of stay, passengers may be able to transit through China without obtaining a visa in advance. Some travelers can also leave the airport, ex…
Bali After the Downpours: Is It Safe to Drive to Kintamani and Bedugul?
Several roads in Bali were damaged after heavy rains, but the mountains can still be reached.
The main routes to Kintamani and Besakih Temple are open, and there is a narrow stretch on the road to Bedugul.
