Free Food, 9 Araks and More at Ubud Food Festival
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.
Authorities Remove Illegal Café Build Near Seseh Beach
In Badung, authorities demolished a concrete foundation that had been started near Seseh Beach in Cemagi village, Mengwi district. The structure stood on land owned by the regency administration.
Indonesian Surfer Makes Longboard World Tour History
Indonesian surfer Dhea Natasya Novitasari won a World Surf League event in Japan and earned a spot on the Longboard World Tour. This is the first such achievement for an Indonesian woman.
Robinson’s Escape
Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of real island life without spending your energy organising the trip — that’s exactly what the “Robinson’s Escape” tour is for. The route, transfers, accommodation a…
Giant Cobra Appears Early in Bali’s Dry Season
The breeding season for king cobras in Bali seems to be starting earlier and earlier. Fresh footage from the Reptil Asih Tabanan team, who catch a couple of snakes every year, is already racking up vi…
Bali Governor Urges Tourists to Pay Visitor Levy
A message from Governor Wayan Koster to foreign travellers has appeared on the official website of the Bali provincial government (baliprov.go.id).
In his letter, the head of the province thanked visitors, reminded them of the importance of respecting local traditions, and urged everyone without exception to pay the tourist levy (Foreign Tourist…
Brawl at Canggu Bar Forces Temporary Closure
Badung Police are investigating a fight involving foreigners at the Jade by Todd English bar in Tibubeneng, near Canggu. A video of the fight has spread on social media. The footage shows several peop…
How to Get an E33G KITAS for Remote Work in Bali
The E33G visa is an option for those who want to live legally in Indonesia while continuing to work remotely for a foreign company. This type of KITAS is suitable for freelancers and remote profession…
Melia Bali Returns: Nusa Dua Resort Reopens Under a New Brand
Paradisus by Melia Bali has officially been unveiled in Nusa Dua. It is a relaunch of the former Melia Bali Hotel after a major renovation.
The Melia Bali upgrade began back on 10 October 2024. A subsidiary of Surya Semesta Internusa received a loan of around IDR 1.4 trillion for the refurbishment.
Flying to Bali? Don’t Forget to Check Your Email Access
Indonesia’s Directorate General of Immigration has introduced extra security for users of its visa portal. Accessing your account and applying for a visa now requires more than just a username and pas…
