Bali Police have confirmed the arrest of a 43-year-old Australian national on major drug charges. Lamar Ahchee, an expat living in South Bali, has been taken into police custody for allegedly attempting to smuggle 1.7 kg of cocaine into the tourism resort area. Bali Police Chief Inspector General Daniel Adityajaya confirmed that two packages, now …
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Immigration teams in Bali are investigating three Australian nationals who are suspected of abusing their residency permits and visa conditions. The three foreigners are suspected of illegally operating an accommodation business while residing in Bali on retirement visas. In Indonesia, a visa is commonly referred to as a residency permit, even tourist visas upon arrival …
Bali Police have confirmed that night patrols will be carried out in crime-prone areas after dark. Regular patrols are carried out by police in top tourism resorts, but as high season approaches and reports of crime on the rise, police are committed to keeping tourists and local communities safe. Police officers from South Denpasar Police …
Tourists heading to Bali during this high season are reminded that the Bali Tourism Tax Levy is a mandatory requirement. In the 2024/25 tax year, only 35% of eligible tourists paid their fees. Moving into the 2025 high season, leaders are initiating new efforts to ensure that tourists don’t dodge the fee. One of the …
Bali is home to some of Southeast Asia’s biggest and best parties. There is a reason why the island has been a haven for young party-loving backpackers for the last 40 years. For those looking to experience the most authentic backpacker parties, Bali is no longer the place to be. With beach clubs and luxury …
Tourists seeking to explore a truly unique side of Bali’s cultural heritage have a wealth of destinations and attractions to explore. Bali is one of the world’s most culturally generous cultures, having welcomed foreigners to observe many parts of the island’s most sacred practices. There is one very special village, hidden away on the shores …
With high season just around the corner in Bali, I Gusti Ngruah Rai International Airport is preparing to welcome hundreds of thousands of holidaymakers for the vacation of a lifetime. Latest travel figures show that last mont,h Bali Airport recorded over 2 million passenger movements, over 12,119 flights. Speaking to reporters, the General Manager of …
Indonesia’s Deputy Minister for Tourism, Ni Luh Puspa, has issued urgent statements condemning the extortion of tourists in top destinations around the country. As Bali is Indonesia’s biggest tourism destination, efforts are now underway to promote more regions across the country. However, as tourism spreads, leaders want to ensure a safe and comfortable visit for …
Over the last ten years, a lot has changed in Bali. The rise of the digital nomad and the huge influx of international investment in the province has massively changed the way in which local communities, expat communities and tourists experience the island. Though prices always rise over time, the staggering increase in the cost …
Tourists looking for a day trip away from Bali’s beaches and into the central highlands of the island must add Kintamani to their Bali bucket list. As the island prepares to welcome a huge influx of tourists for the high season, savvy travelers are planning day trips to lesser-visited areas brimming with cultural and natural …
Bali’s Badung Regency may be home to the island’s most famous tourism resorts, and Gianyar Regency may be home to the arts and culture capital of the province, Ubud, but often overlooked Tabanan Regency offers tourists the best of both worlds. Home to an incredible stretch of coastline, cultural wonders, and stunning landscapes, Tabanan Regency …
Industry leaders in Bali are working to promote the island’s beauty and wellness space to a new generation of tourists. From 27th to 29th June, Bali will host the Bali Wellness and Beauty (BWB) Expo 2025. Following the success of the Beautiverse event held in early May, this event is anticipated to bring even more …