Fast boat services between Bali and Lombok are resuming their full normal schedule after a week of cancellations and delays. The impacts of Tropical Cyclone Seedling 96S have been felt across Bali Province and West Nusa Tenggara. Fallen trees, landslides, flooding, and storm damage have affected hundreds of communities and even killed at least four …
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Bali’s Civil Police Service, known as Satpol PP, has confirmed that they are waiting on formal orders to temporarily close Finns Beach Club. The world-famous venue is facing the threat of temporary closure notices after failing to present full and complete business permits to the authorities while under existing supervision orders. The Head of Bali …
It has been a wild week for the weather in Bali. Though the sun has broken through the clouds in places over the last few days, the island is bracing for a few more days of heavy rains, extreme winds, and an increased risk of natural disaster. The impact of Tropical Cyclone Seedling 96S has …
One of Bali’s most famous beach clubs is under threat of temporary closure notices. The Bali Regional People’s Representative Council (DPRD) has requested that Finns Beach Club be temporarily closed until it has completed its permit and license processes in full. Speaking to the media the Chairman of Commission I of the Bali DPRD, I …
Bali is one of the most romantic travel destinations in the world. In fact, the island was named the TripAdvisor top honeymoon destination in 2024. With love in the air and all around, Bali is the place to be this Valentine’s Day. Whether traveling solo, with your beau, or with friends and family, there are …
Foreigners in Bali who are operating on the wrong side of the law are being found out evermore quickly by immigration officials. The arrest of four foreigners this week on suspicion of working on tourist visas comes as a stark warning to foreigners who are considering overstepping the mark of their visa permits. Bali Immigration …
Leaders in Bali’s popular resort of Uluwatu have been speaking to the media about crime and safety in the area. The statements come after a woman was attacked while driving her motorcycle close to the Swiss-Belresort Pecatu Roundabout in the early hours of Tuesday, 11th February. The Head of Pecatu Village, Made Sumerta, confirms to …
Indonesia’s Deputy Tourism Minister, Ni Luh Puspa, has been talking to the media about her vision for a safer and more orderly tourism ecosystem in Bali. The Minister, speaking in response to a series of high-profile criminal cases involving foreigners in Bali, gave her assurances that the island will remain a safe place for all. …
The impacts of Tropical Cyclone Seedling 96S are still being felt across Bali. With wind speeds of upwards of 60km per hour raging across the island, the public is being urged to act with caution and not take any unnecessary risks while traveling through the province. Intense winds have been accompanied by heavy rainfall across …
Bali’s Police Chief Inspector General, Daniel Adityajaya, has issued a strict warning to consulates based in Bali. He is calling for international support in helping improve tourist behavior by increasing the level of communication on provincial laws and cultural customs. The plea comes just days after the province confirmed the imminent deportation of six foreigners …
Fears for the safety of Bali’s fast boat industry as a boat caught fire at a port in Nusa Penida this weekend. The vessel, carrying 85 passengers, suddenly caught fire just as the boat’s teams had finished boarding all those who’d booked tickets. Though there were no fatalities or injuries, the incident has left tourists …
Extreme weather has had devastating effects across Bali this weekend, with more strong winds and heavy rainfall forecast for the week ahead. Wind speeds of over 74 kmph were recorded in parts of the island, and tourists and the public are advised to take heed of weather warnings that are in place until 12th February, …