Water Taxi to Launch in Bali by December 2025: Routes & Travel Time
To tackle the increasing traffic congestion in South Bali, the government is set to introduce a water taxi Bali service. This new mode of transportation is expected to provide a convenient alternative for both locals and tourists, with operations starting in December 2025. Bali Governor Wayan Koster confirmed that the provincial government has coordinated with […]
Three Australian Tourists Blacklisted for Five Years After Illegally Climbing Mount Rinjani
Three Australian tourists have been blacklisted from climbing Mount Rinjani for the next five years after illegally scaling the mountain while the official hiking routes were closed. The tourists were caught on CCTV cameras installed by the Gunung Rinjani National Park Center while they were at Plawangan Sembalun. “The three foreign tourists climbed illegally,” said […]
Unidentified Foreigner Found Dead in Bali Water Tank
Residents of Jimbaran, South Kuta, Badung, Bali, were left in shock after the discovery of a foreign national’s body on Tuesday, March 4, 2025. The unidentified foreigner was found dead inside a water tank located on the fourth floor of a boarding house situated on Jalan By Pass Ngurah Rai. The gruesome discovery was made […]
Viral Video Shows Macaque Running Like a Human, Here’s What to Know
A viral video that has been circulating on TikTok and Instagram has captured the attention of millions, showing a macaque sprinting in a way that closely resembles human running. The primate, using only its two hind legs, moves with a form that looks strikingly similar to that of a professional sprinter. What makes the video […]
Government Offers Up to 14% Discount on Airfare for Eid 2025
The Indonesian government has announced a special airfare discount of up to 14% for domestic economy flights during the Eid al-Fitr 2025 homecoming period. This initiative aims to make travel more affordable for people returning to their hometowns for the celebrations. In addition to airfare discounts, the government is also reducing value-added tax (VAT) on […]
Russian Tourist Plunges into the Sea on a Rented Motorbike in Bali
Many foreign tourists rent motorbikes to explore Bali, even if they are not skilled riders. This often leads to accidents, such as the recent incident on March 2, 2025, when a Russian tourist lost control of his rented motorbike in Bali and plunged into the sea at Banjar Nyuh Harbor, Nusa Penida District. According to […]
Don’t Miss Out! How to Buy Tickets for the Indonesia vs Bahrain National Team Match
Football fans, get ready! The Indonesian national team is set to face Bahrain in an exciting return match as part of the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers. Following their previous controversial encounter, this match promises to be a thrilling event for supporters. Indonesia will play two crucial matches in the 2026 World Cup Qualification (WCQ) round […]
New TransNusa Flight: Bali to Guangzhou, With Convenient Perth Transit
Starting April 13, 2025, TransNusa will introduce a new international route connecting Denpasar, Bali, to Guangzhou, China. Tickets for this route are available for purchase beginning February 24, 2025, with prices starting at IDR 2.38 million, including 15 kilograms of baggage. TransNusa Vice Chairman Leo Budiman emphasized the strategic importance of this new route, stating, […]
Bogor Flood Disaster: Homes Submerged and Bridges Destroyed
Flash floods and landslides hit the Puncak area of Bogor, West Java, on Sunday night, March 2, 2025. One of the hardest-hit areas was Kampung Pensiunan in Tugu Utara Village, Bogor Regency. The disaster was triggered by heavy rainfall across Bogor, Jakarta, and nearby areas, affecting at least 432 residents. Bogor Flood: Widespread Damage and […]
Bali Allocates IDR 5 Trillion for Roads to Ease Traffic Congestion
The Bali Provincial Government has set aside a temporary budget of IDR 5 trillion to improve road infrastructure and tackle traffic congestion across the island. Bali Governor Wayan Koster announced this initiative on his first day of work while serving as the inspector at the 237th Anniversary of Denpasar City in Denpasar, Bali, on Thursday. […]