12/09/2026

Subject: Local Transport Update — The New Sanur Electric Shuttle (Shuttle Intaran) 1. Overview & Service Details A clean, efficient electric minibus service—officially named Shuttle Intaran—is now operating throughout Sanur. It offers our villa residents and guests a wonderfully inexpensive, air-conditioned, and eco-friendly way to move along the coastal strip without booking taxis or...

According to Captain Lawrence, a 30-year resident of Bali, successful realtor, and property developer, there is virtually a minuscule chance of any physical harm coming to you as a result of the current elevated volcanic activity across Indonesia. The mainstream press and social media influencers thrive on playing these stories up because fear sells and sensational headlines attract clicks. But...

This Week's News Major Travel Disruptions In Indonesia As Volcano Erupts Affecting Bali Flights A volcanic eruption has caused major travel disruptions in Indonesia, with authorities issuing guidance for travelers as ash and volcanic activity affect flights connected to Bali and other parts of the region. Blog With Photos & Details Here Bali Governor Welcomes Inaugural...

Bali is a destination that has become synonymous with luxury and partying, but long before the island was Asia’s hottest party destination, the island attracted tourists who were deeply interested in the province’s history and culture. In 2026, these kinds of tourists are becoming fewer and further between. Of course, everyone is a little bit interested in the island’s culture and heritage but...

Bali is working to connect the island’s biggest residential areas and tourist hotspots with an efficient, affordable public transport network. This is also part of an urgent problem-solving plan to help mitigate traffic congestion, which is becoming an ever-increasing stressor across the island. On 1 September, the Bali Provincial Government, together with the Badung Regency Government and PT...

East Bali is one of the island’s most underrated areas, if you ask us. Here we love a little East Bali escape, and we’ll tell you why. First, East Bali is a low-key home to some of the best beaches in the province. Second, East Bali is home to genuinely breathtaking landscapes…say hello to sacred Mount Agung. Third, East Bali is much less busy and crowded than the central south, and we will...

Traffic in Bali… where do we start? For seasoned travelers, you are already all too familiar with the traffic congestion issues on the Island of the Gods. For those who are set to be visiting for the first time, you should probably brace for traffic congestion. All hope is not lost yet, though; there are solutions on the horizon. For many of us, traffic congestion in Bali’s leading tourist...

​Kompas reports that TransNusa Airline has launched a direct flight service connecting Bali (DPS) and Phuket (HKT), Thailand, starting Wednesday, 09 September 2026. ​Nugroho Jati, General Manager of PT Angkasa Pura Indonesia at I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport, said the new route strengthens air connectivity between Indonesia and Thailand. “The launch of this direct Bali-Phuket...

Safety Protocols: The volcano remains at Level III (Siaga). A standard safety exclusion zone of 3 to 5 kilometers around the active crater remains enforced for marine vessels, fishermen, and tourists. Air traffic across the Sunda Strait, Java, and Sumatra is moving without volcanic ash restrictions. Airport Operations: All regional airports—including Jakarta’s Soekarno-Hatta (CGK) and Halim...