Good news for anyone planning to climb Mount Rinjani but not keen to pay extra for a private transfer or ride to Lombok by motorbike.
From 10 April 2026, government-run tourist buses (KSPN) were officially launched on Lombok, linking the airport and main terminals with the “gateway” to Rinjani — the village of Sembalun.
Canggu is often associated with traffic jams. Anyone who has stayed in the area and tried to reach the beach at rush hour will say so with confidence. It’s not just the main roads that grind to a halt…
The Suwung TPA landfill in Bali has started accepting organic waste again, but with restrictions. Local authorities have agreed with Indonesia’s Ministry of Environment on a temporary arrangement: bot…
Twelve Bali mynas were released back into the wild on Bali — one of the island’s rarest and most well-known endemic species. The birds were released in the village of Karang Dalem Tua. The initiative…
If you’re in Bali and planning to go to yoga, Pilates, or any studio-based workouts, there’s one not-so-obvious way to avoid overpaying — the ClassPass app.
The island of Menjangan in northern Bali is set to be protected from large-scale development and an influx of tourists. The authorities are discussing a new status for the area with a dual purpose—eco…
Waste management in Bali is becoming increasingly challenging. The situation is made worse by the halt to transporting organic waste to the Suwung landfill in Denpasar from 1 April 2026.
There have been plenty of viral videos from Bali lately, but this one is definitely a contender for the most beautiful. However, despite the aesthetics, another scandal is flaring up around it.
In Indonesia, economy-class domestic airfares may rise by 9–13%. The authorities attribute this decision to higher aviation fuel costs amid tensions in the Middle East. At the same time, the governmen…
Toyota Veloz is a great option when there are more than two or three of you: thanks to the extra seats, everyone can travel comfortably.
This is an ideal everyday car — it feels confident both in heavy traffic and on longer trips. The ride is smooth, without jolts, and the CVT runs smoothly and won’t distract you in traffic.
