Who are "bule"?
In conversations among Indonesians, you can often hear the word «bule» referring to foreigners. If you're in the central area of Jakarta and little kids run up to you, pointing and shouting «bule!!! b…
Honda Vario 125
The Honda Vario 125 is a good choice if you need a light, straightforward, and fuel-efficient scooter in Bali without unnecessary extras.
It is compact and manoeuvrable, making it convenient for riding on busy streets, navigating through traffic, and parking in spaces that are too tight for a larger bike.
Nusa Penida Moves to Improve Safety After Tourist Deaths
A series of tragic incidents on Nusa Penida has prompted local officials to tighten safety measures.
The first accident occurred on 12 September at Kelingking Beach. A 29-year-old Australian woman fell from a cliff and died. The following day, a traveller from the UK drowned at Crystal Bay. The Klung…
Bali Area Guide: Where to Stay, Live, and Explore in 2025
If you’re planning your holiday or searching for accommodation in Bali, the first and most important step is deciding which part of the island you want to stay in. Bali’s regions are incredibly d…
Love Mangoes? Here’s How to Pick the Best Ones in Bali
Still can’t tell Bali’s most popular mango varieties apart? Think green always means unripe? Don’t be fooled by the plain, firm skin — inside, you might find anything from soft, honey-sweet flesh to a…
Pregnancy and Childbirth in Bali: A Practical Guide
Imagine your baby coming into the world in a tropical paradise, surrounded by jungle and warm air, on an island filled with genuine care and love and the kind smiles of the Balinese, while your postpa…
Sangeh Plans On-Site Rabies Vaccination Clinic
A clinic is planned at Sangeh Monkey Forest for tourists who have been bitten or scratched by macaques.
The tourist attraction will provide the premises, while Abiansemal Community Health Centre (Puskesmas Abiansemal) will supply medical staff and stocks of rabies vaccine. Construction will begin once ap…
Bali to Deport Foreigners Over Helmet Violations
Badung Police are discussing tougher measures with the immigration authorities for foreigners who break traffic rules. In some cases, this could lead to deportation.
The police have already invited immigration representatives to discuss joint action. A foreigner stopped for riding without a helmet or for another offence may be handed over to the immigration author…
Investor Deported From Bali After Failing to Name His Business
Denpasar immigration has expelled from Bali a foreigner holding an investor stay permit. During a check he was unable to say what the company whose shares the permit was issued for actually does, or w…
Description of surf spots in Bali
📌 Useful Bali surfing guides (by bali.live editors):…
Bali is beautiful because you can enjoy good surfing all year round here. Dozens of surf spots on different sides of the island allow you to surf in almost any wind, tide (tide chart for Bali), and sw…
