Bali is no stranger to traffic; whether in Kuta, Ubud, Denpasar, or Canggu, the island is getting busier and busier, and traffic is seemingly forever mounting up. This is nothing new; however, the sheer volume of traffic on Bali’s roads has been increasing for well over two decades, with a short, sharp drop during the …
Bali’s monsoon season is in full swing. Weather warnings from the Center for Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics in Denpasar are in place until Friday, 27th January, and will likely be extended. The monsoon season brings with it a higher risk of landslides, flooded roads, and damage to buildings and old trees caused by storms. For …
A British citizen was detained by officers from Bali’s Civil Service (Saptol PP) on Thursday, 19th January. The man, known by his initials AM, is 39-years-old age. Local residents in Pererenan Village in Canggu, contacted the authorities after observing erratic and distressing behaviour by the tourist. It was later revealed by Bali Civil Service officials …
It was confirmed in the last few weeks that the Badung Public Works and Public Housing (PUPR) Office had been awarded a budget to improve roads around Canggu in 2023. The news came after senators called on the provincial government to grant more funds to tackle the long-standing issue of traffic congestion in the popular …
Bali is one of the world’s leading tourist destinations, offering some of the best hotel experiences on earth. Every week a new tourism venture opens up on the Island of the Gods, and one of the most recent additions is Teratai Villa. Managed by Ini Vie Hospitality, Teratai Village is situated in ultra-trendy Canggu and …
Over the last few weeks, news has hit the headlines that drivers in Canggu are creating new shortcuts through farmland in desperate bids to avoid the area’s prolific traffic. Earlier this week Head of the Public Works and Spatial Planning Office, Surya Suamba, confirmed that upgrades to the raids in Canggu, Bali are scheduled for …
A British national has been arrested by police in Canggu, Bali, for stealing a custom-built motorbike. The man, known by his initials GTAW, is 43 years old and remains in police custody. The incident occurred at the Deus Ex Machina Indonesia store and cafe in Canggu on Monday, 28th November. From CCTV footage shared with …
Canggu, Bali is trailing a series of new traffic management systems. The new systems are receiving mixed reviews from locals in the area. While some have welcomed any effort to tackle the traffic congestion issue in Canggu, others are skeptical that the systems that are being trailed will make enough of a difference. Officials in …
People in Bali and around the world are calling for an Australian tourist to be deported after a video has gone viral. In the footage, an Australian tourist can be seen burning skid mark circles on a street in Canggu. Not only is he not wearing a helmet, but he also blocks traffic passing down …
Bali is proudly launching the ‘Toilet Program for the Country’ with improvements to public facilities in key tourism destinations on the island. The program aims to improve sanitation in tourist destinations to help sustain public health and enhance tourism facilities. The program, established by LIXIL Water Technology Indonesia in partnership with Bali tourism agencies, has …
Officers from Badung Police Department responded to calls concerning an elderly foreign gentleman wandering around Jalan Tegal Gundul and Jalan Pantai Berawa in Tibubeneng Village in Canggu on Monday evening, 3rd October. The man was not carrying an ID and was brought to the attention of the authorities by passersby, who were concerned for his …
Canggu has become the focal point of major noise complaints in recent weeks. Once a quiet coastal and farming community that welcomed surfers and the more intrepid backpacker, Canggu has rapidly transformed into one of Asia’s biggest party destinations. With rumors that the area will compete with Amsterdam, Ibiza, and Rio de Janeiro in the …