Mysterious Light Spotted in Bali’s Night Sky
On the evening of 11 April, residents of Bali spotted a bright glowing object in the sky. The video quickly spread on social media and sparked all sorts of theories — from rockets and military tests t…
Chinese Tourists Pick Bali as #1 Destination
Bali received an award at the 19th China Travel Awards in Shanghai. The island was recognised as one of the top tourism regions by China’s Travel+Leisure.
Indonesia also made the list of leading destinations, alongside Australia, the Maldives, South Africa, Thailand and Turkey.
Jatiluwih Terraces to Host Bali’s Sustainable Run
Bali is preparing the Jatiluwih Fun Run 2026 — a run through the Jatiluwih rice terraces in Tabanan. It is planned for 20 June 2026.
The route will pass through one of the island’s most famous locations. The Jatiluwih rice terraces are a UNESCO World Heritage site and have long been one of the symbols of “green” Bali.
No More Free Parking Violations: Ubud Goes Digital
In Ubud, authorities have stepped up enforcement against roadside parking.
Drivers who leave their cars on the carriageway are now not only given warning stickers but also issued electronic fines via the ETLE system. The first such operation took place on 28 April on Jalan R…
Kuta Gets a New Mall: Living World Construction Begins
Construction of a new Living World shopping centre has started in Kuta. The exact opening date, the building’s floor area and the list of tenants have not been disclosed yet.
Bali’s Most Unusual Burial Tradition, Found in Kintamani
In the village of Bayung Gede in Kintamani, there’s a place that’s barely mentioned in tourist guides. Random travellers rarely end up here. Now and then, it’s visited only by those who already know B…
Living with Dead: Sulawesi's Most Unusual Tradition
Losing loved ones is always a tragedy. However, different peoples cope with grief in their own ways. On the Indonesian island of Sulawesi, there has long been a tradition that shocks outsiders, yet he…
Turtle Nesting Season Starts in South Bali
Turtle nesting season has begun on the beaches of southern Bali. The Sea Turtle Rescue Centre in Kuta reported that between February and April they have already moved 24 nests to an incubator. They we…
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