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Kadek DodoDec. 8, 2025
An easy-to-understand guide to Balinese culture for international visitors. Learn the essentials of daily life, traditions, temple etiquette, and cultural values to help you explore Bali with respect and confidence.
Dec. 8, 2025
A short video showing a sperm whale (Physeter macrocephalus) surfacing in the waters off North Bali went viral on Monday, 8 December 2025. The ten-second clip captures the large marine mammal rising to the surface, lifting its tail, and diving back into the sea.
Dec. 7, 2025
As the Christmas 2025 and New Year 2026 holidays approach, Penglipuran Village in Bangli is preparing a series of cultural attractions designed to be warm, meaningful, and rooted in its green identity. The programs highlight the village’s long-standing commitment to environmental stewardship, cultural preservation, and community-driven tourism.
Dec. 7, 2025
Police in Kuta carried out a coordinated operation on Saturday night, 6 December 2025, targeting online motorbike taxi (ojek online) drivers operating without proper procedures around the busy Simpang Seminyak Square in Basangkasa, Seminyak.
Dec. 7, 2025
Indonesia has launched a new milestone in its healthcare transformation with the groundbreaking of the country’s first international fertility center in the Sanur Special Economic Zone (SEZ), Bali.
Dec. 6, 2025
Eighteen foreign nationals detained in connection with an alleged pornography case in Badung have been handed over to Immigration authorities for further examination on Friday evening, 5 December. They will undergo immigration questioning while awaiting the results of a cybercrime investigation.
Dec. 6, 2025
Traffic was heavily disrupted along Jalan Raya Kerobokan, North Kuta, Badung, on Friday afternoon after a fire broke out on a provider and PLN utility pole in front of Warung Men Onk. The incident occurred at around 5:30 p.m. local time.
Dec. 5, 2025
A joint team from the Badung Police Criminal Investigation Unit and Immigration authorities raided a studio in Pererenan, Mengwi, on Thursday (4 December), detaining 18 foreign nationals allegedly involved in producing explicit content.
Dec. 5, 2025
A tourist transportation van carrying a group of Chinese tourists overturned near the exit gate of the Bali Mandara Toll Road in Denpasar on Friday morning, 5 December 2025. The incident resulted in multiple injuries and triggered an immediate response from police and medical teams.
Dec. 5, 2025
An 18-year-old tourist, Ayu Sherina, was swept away by a strong current while surfing at Geger Beach in Nusa Dua, Badung, on Thursday afternoon. She was carried approximately 300 meters south of the shoreline before being pushed toward a cliff area.
Ogoh-ogoh are giant effigies paraded through villages across Bali on the night before Nyepi. This tradition, held during Pengerupukan, symbolizes the purification of negative forces and has become one of the island’s most visually striking cultural events.
The Bali Provincial Government has released the official Calendar of Events 2026, outlining cultural festivals, sports events, exhibitions, and public activities scheduled throughout the year.
Nyepi is Bali’s annual Day of Silence, observed as the Saka New Year by Balinese Hindus. Marked by a complete pause in public activity across the island, Nyepi reflects deep cultural values of reflection, balance, and harmony with nature.
Kuta Beach is one of Bali’s most well-known coastal destinations, offering easy access, a long shoreline, and a key role in the island’s tourism history.
Indonesia requires foreign visitors to meet specific passport validity rules before entry. This guide explains the minimum validity requirements, common mistakes, and what travelers should check before visiting Indonesia.
Kelingking Beach is one of Bali’s most recognizable natural landmarks, known for its dramatic cliff formation and sweeping ocean views. This guide explains where it is, how to get there, what to expect on site, and important safety tips for visitors.