9 Quintessentially Balinese Things You Have To Try On Your Next Vacation

Bali is renewing its commitment to cracking down on foreigners working on tourist visas. The updates come after an Indian national was arrested at Bali Airport, suspected of breaking the conditions of his visa and working as a tour guide and tourist driver in the province.  Tensions are running high in the tourism sector with …

In late 2024, leaders in Indonesia announced that they were writing up a new policy that would see a ban on the development of new hotels, beach clubs, and commercial tourism properties in resort areas like Canggu, Uluwatu, Kuta, Legian, Seminyak, and Nusa Dua. However, the incoming Governor, Wayan Koster, has confirmed that he will …

Bali International Hospital has revealed the first look inside the new medical facility. Located in Sanur, Bali International Hospital is set to open in April 2025. With testing phases now complete, the facility invited the media to learn more about its ‘Culture of Care’ and how it plans to play a pivotal role in advancing …

Bali has been named as the second most in-demand destination in the world by TripAdvisor’s Traveler’s Choice Awards 2025. It is also, therefore, the number one destination in Asia in 2025. The annual awards see TripAdvisor rank the most popular destinations, hotels, beaches, and attractions in the world, based on real travel reviews and trends.  …

The Bali Provincial Forestry and Environment Agency (KLH) has issued a new circular letter sharing an updated public safety policy for accessing Mount Agung. Following dozens of deaths and injuries on the volcano, and as extreme weather conditions are impacting communities across Bali, leaders are taking climbing risks incredibly seriously.  The Bali Provincial Forestry and …

The Badung Regency Government has confirmed that it will be constructing a new road in Canggu to help alleviate some of the tourism traffic congestion that the popular beach resort has become synonymous with.  Speaking to reporters, the Acting Regional Secretary of Badung, Ida Bagus Surya Suamba, explained, “In 2025, a feasibility study will be …

Tourists planning a first-time vacation to Bali’s southern coast always ask the same thing: where is a good place to eat? We often give our attention to Balinese and Indonesian eateries that showcase the finest flavors the islands have to offer. We get it, though; even on vacation, sometimes you just want to eat some …

Leaders in Bali’s uber-popular vacation resort of Canggu have come together this week to discuss the biggest issue the community is facing: traffic. Canggu’s traffic problem seems to be going from bad to worse and has become something of a laughing stock with both locals and international residents. It’s a kind of ‘if you don’t …

In 2024, Bali recorded an incredible 582 earthquakes. While the vast majority of these were below 3.0 in magnitude, the public is urged to be up to date with what to do in the event of an earthquake or other natural disasters in the province. Bali Province is particularly vulnerable to natural disasters, such as …

Being the beginning of the year travel magazines and influencers are all sharing their hot takes for travel in the year ahead. TimeOut Magazine has named the Indonesian island of Sumba as the best place to visit in Asia in 2025, and we know that this stunning island makes for a perfect second half of …

Tourists preparing for their 2025 vacation in Bali need to be ahead of the game. From the e-visa on arrival to the Bali Tourism Tax Levy, there are a series of hoops tourists have to go through before they can touch down on the Island of the Gods. Although a little time-consuming, it’s far better …

Search and Rescue Teams in Bali have recovered the body of a woman who was spotted having fallen from a cliff top in Uluwatu. The woman, whose identity remains unknown, is believed to be a foreigner in Bali. Police are now investigating the case.  In an operation that took place on 9th January 2024, a …