In November 2025, a tourist visited a hotel in Bali on a day pass. While she was relaxing on the resort grounds, a tree fell on her. The woman suffered broken ribs, a concussion, and injuries to her h…
I think your comment "A licensed guide is mandatory for any ascent." adds to some of the confusion around hiking in Indonesia — I don't believe this is correct. There was an official annn…
On one of Lombok's most popular islands, tourists have started checking out of their hotels early because of water supply disruptions.
Water stopped reaching Gili Trawangan back on 3 September, and local businesses have had to look for ways to cover at least basic sanitation needs.
Indonesia's Constitutional Court has issued a landmark ruling in case No. 282/PUU-XXIII/2025, completely striking down the Criminal Code articles that carried up to three years in prison for publ…
In the first seven months of the year, the island recorded almost six times fewer dengue cases than a year earlier.
Even so, the authorities are keeping up preventive work and urging residents not to let their guard down.
A volcanic eruption at the far end of the island chain is already affecting flights from Bali. Ngurah Rai Airport is cancelling flights to and from Jakarta. Departures have been scrapped by Garuda Ind…
At the very northern tip of Sulawesi, between Indonesia and the Philippines, lies Sangihe — an archipelago of volcanic islands surrounded by clear seas and coral reefs.
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…
The Yamaha NMAX 155 Neo 2026 is a scooter for riders who value comfort and don't want to get worn out on the road.
It's noticeably roomier than most models in its class, so it works well for everyday riding as well as longer trips. There's enough power on tap to feel confident even with a passenger, and…
Mountains for the First Climb - Where to Go Instead of Agung and Rinjani