Canggu is known for being one of the best destinations in the world for digital nomads and backpackers, but it has also attracted more crime. Now it appears that the Bali government is stepping up to help with much needed infrastructure. Over the last two years as Canggu grew in popularity, violent snatchings have become …
Tourism
A foreign national has gone missing after being swept away by large waves and strong current at Batu Balong beach in Canguu. The Denpasar search and Rescue office was dispatched to the beach on Friday (7/17) after getting reports of an unidentified foreigner that went missing. “A total of 13 personnel have been dispatched to …
The Governor of Bali said that international tourists will need to bring a negative Covid-19 test when Bali reopens on September 11th, 2020. The ‘new normal’ began in Bali on July 9th with the first stage allowing for only local tourists within Bali. On July 31st the island will open to domestic tourists and then …
A Russian tourist who has been sleeping in a park outside the airport is now facing deportation under Bali’s ‘new normal’ immigration rules. The Russian tourist was apprehended by police after he went viral on social media for allegedly living in the park for the last month. Head of the Bali office of Immigration, Jamaruli …
Bali is known for some amazing deals but this private pool villa near Canggu might be one of the best deals yet! Imagine having your own private pool, terrace, king size bed, air conditioning, mini kitchen and bathroom for only US $27 a night. The Canggu Wooden Green Paradise bed and breakfast is just outside …
There is a secret waterfall in Bali that has been mostly known to locals but is slowly being discovered by more and more tourists. The Ghana waterfall comes from the Tukad Pakerisan river flow down the Empelan Pejeng Hill. View this post on Instagram A post shared by @putumiraindriani on Feb 28, 2020 at 3:13am …
The ‘new normal’ for Bali has officially launched. Bali partially reopened after a three-month virus lockdown on Thursday, allowing local people and stranded foreign tourists to resume public activities before overseas arrivals resume in September. Normally bustling beaches and streets on the idyllic Southeast Asian island emptied in early April except for special patrols to …
Bali conducted mass prayers on Sunday as the Indonesian resort island prepares to reopen to tourists shut out due to the Covid-19 pandemic. More than a thousand people attended a prayer at Besakih Hindu temple in the town of Karangasem, expressing gratitude for the handling of the new coronavirus on the island and seeking blessings …
A British man has been found dead in a Bali hotel room after reportedly suffering from ‘shortness of breath’. The body of 49-year-old Gavin Miller was discovered in a Legian, Kuta hotel room on Friday July 3rd, 2020 according to Bali police. Denpasar Public Relations officer, Iptu Ketut Sukadi confirmed the discovery of the deceased …
The Governor has announced that Bali will be reopening to domestic tourism starting on July 31st as planned. Governor Wayan Koster made the announcement in a virtual meeting held Wednesday, July 1st, 2020 with all village heads in Bali. “For more than three months we have forbid people to travel and close their businesses. This …
With no tourists and no income due to the pandemic, struggling hotel owners in Bali are being forced to sell their properties at almost half of regular market prices. Given the collapse of the market, some investors may have to experience a big loss. For investors with a long view, it’s a chance to grab …
Popular tourist beaches in Bali are officially reopening according to the Badung Regency Government. Head of the Badung Tourism Office I Made Badra confirmed on Monday that restrictions will be loosening in the coming days and that beaches in Badung will be open to the general public. “After Melasti Beach, in Ungasan Village which has …