Leaders in East Java have confirmed that the new Banyuwangi-Denpasar Fast Boat service will be up and running soon. Although the service was anticipated to be operating by the end of June 2025, the Denpasar City Government has confirmed that there is still work to be done. As reported to the media by the Governor …
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Shocking scenes emerged from Bali’s Nusa Lembongan on Wednesday afternoon as a fast boat capsized and sank as it prepared to embark. The ship was carrying 89 passengers, including crew, and no casualties have been reported. The events took place at around 4.30 pm on Wednesday 4th June. The shocking turn of events was extremely …
In early 2025, it was revealed that Bali will be constructing a new stretch of highway that will help alleviate much of the traffic congestion around the busy tourism resort of Canggu. It has now been confirmed that a 375m stretch of the new West Gatsu Street will be built as an underpass. Bali’s Regent …
Bali’s Governor Wayan Koster has announced the formation and immediate deployment of a specialist team to crack down on foreigners operating illegal businesses on the island. There are concerns in Bali that an increasing number of foreign nationals are not only breaking the conditions of their visas but also illegally operating full-scale businesses in the …
Earlier this year, Bali’s Governor Wayan Koster implemented a controversial new policy banning single-use plastic in the province. The new legislation strengthened existing legislation that was intended to help clean up the island once and for all. As Governor Koster moves into the next phase of the operation to ban single-use plastic, tourists and the …
It has been a big week for diplomatic relations in Indonesia. President Prabowo Subianto has received visits from Chinese Prime Minister Li Qiang and French President Emanuel Macron. The state visits have seen Indonesia strengthen international connections and establish new commitments to developing tourism that will help boost the overall experience of tourists to the …
Bali has just launched its new Anti-Thug Team to help tackle rising crime rates in top resort areas. Over the last few months, there has been a sharp rise in the number of reported robberies and assaults on tourists and the general public in areas like bus terminals, markets, tourist side streets, and street food …
Bali’s traffic jams have become as synonymous with travel on the island as visiting the province’s most famous temples. As tourism booms on the island, traffic congestion has become accepted by many as a small price to pay for the opportunity to explore such a beautiful destination. One of Bali’s most highly congested areas is …
Bali Police are on a mission to make the island’s roads safer. From cracking down on drivers not wearing helmets, illegal street racing, illegal parking, and drivers moving through the island on illegally modified vehicles or without the correct paperwork, violations are rife amongst both local road users and foreigners. Badung Police Chief, AKBP M …
Bali tourists must be aware of a major road closure that will affect one of the island’s busiest highways next week. From 11th to 12th May 2025, the Uluwatu Highway will be closed for traditional Balinese Hindu ceremonies. Tourists and other road users will need to find alternative routes. The Uluwatu Highway will be closed …
Police in Bali have confirmed they have conducted a huge raid on illegal motorcycle drivers. Bali Police have seized 56 motorcycles from drivers who have illegally modified their vehicles, been found to be street racing, driving without a license or insurance, and breaking the rules of the road. Police have seized vehicles from both locals …
On Friday, May 2nd, Bali experienced an unplanned province-wide blackout. While power was restored across the island within 24 hours, with over 50% of the island reconnected within 2.5 hours, the incident has left locals and tourists shaken. It has proven to be a wake-up call for tourists to be a little more prepared for …