The company PT ITDC Nusantara Utilitas is the first in Indonesia to receive permission from the Indonesian Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries to use seawater for non-energy purposes. It will p…
The Bali authorities are preparing a regional law on "quality tourism" and want to check the financial stability of foreign travelers.
It’s not about a fixed amount in the account. They will look at the bank statement for the last three months and compare the funds with how long the person plans to stay in Bali and what activities th…
The Bali branch of BMKG (Indonesia’s Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysical Agency) summarized the seismic activity for 2025. A total of 547 earthquakes were recorded on the island, 10 of which wer…
On the second of January 2026, the new Criminal Code (KUHP) came into effect in Indonesia, updating the approach to crimes against morality. This concerns the notorious article 411. It provides for pu…
Recently, social media and chat groups have been buzzing with a rumor: Gerard Butler is filming a movie in Ubud. The actor has been spotted several times in the city center, casually walking, interact…
A major scandal is unfolding in Munggu. The popular Padel club Jungle Padel Seseh, which opened shortly before the New Year, has fallen victim to bureaucratic chaos between Indonesia’s central governm…
Atlas Beach Club, located in Canggu and known as one of the largest beach clubs in the world, has opened a new space—Atlas Beach House. It is situated in the same area where Atlas Beach Club, Atlas Su…
The cultural park Garuda Wisnu Kencana (GWK) in Ungasan has cancelled fireworks on the night of January 1, 2026.
The decision not to hold fireworks was made as a 'sign of empathy and solidarity' with the people of Indonesia affected by natural disasters. The GWK Bali Countdown 2026 event will proceed, but withou…
The Bali authorities are preparing traffic arrangements for New Year’s Eve in South Badung, including Kuta and Legian. Due to closures and detours, the traffic police recommend using parking facilitie…
The traditional-style pinisi tourist boat, KM Putri Sakinah, sank in the strait off Padar Island in the Komodo National Park area (West Manggarai, Flores). Onboard were 11 people. In the initial hours…
The Kuta community has banned the sale of firecrackers and fireworks to maintain order and comfort during the celebration of the New Year 2026. This is despite the fact that many tourists and locals w…
The Governor of Bali, Wayan Koster, stated that the authorities will strictly control tourism on the island and move away from the approach of 'the more people, the better'. He emphasized that Bali is…
The authorities of Denpasar (Bali) propose a new minimum wage (UMK) level for workers in 2026. The recommendation was made by Denpasar’s mayor, I Gusti Ngurah Jaya Negara, with new regulations taking…
International level marathons are often held in Bali — usually, they select scenic routes through the jungles. This time, the focus shifted to the beaches: the international run, Kuta Run 2026, will b…
A few years ago, almost everywhere in Bali accepted only cash. Cards rarely worked — mostly in large hotels and expensive restaurants. Now the situation is changing: digital payments are becoming the…
