Bali Governor Wayan Koster says the planned Bali Cultural Center (Pusat Kebudayaan Bali, or PKB) in Klungkung is intended to become a new centre of economic growth and help distribute development more evenly across the island. The initiative is part of the provincial government's efforts to reduce the concentration of tourism and economic activity in South Bali while strengthening cultural tourism...
The Next Chapter in Island Living From Print & Radio to YouTube: 25 Years of Guiding You Through Paradise Captain Lawrence brings a quarter-century of trusted Bali insights, morning briefings, and insider property advice straight to your screen. A 25-Year Journey Across Print, Airwaves & Online Twenty-five years ago, our island story began with weekly editorial columns in The...
JAKARTA, Indonesia — Travellers flying within Indonesia over the Christmas and New Year holiday period can now benefit from a government-funded VAT incentive on domestic economy-class tickets. Under Finance Ministry Regulation No. 77 of 2026, the government will cover 100 percent of the VAT due on the base fare and fuel surcharge of eligible scheduled domestic economy flights. The measure is intended...
24-Hour Island Weather Outlook: In Bali today, Wednesday, October 21, expect passing light showers during the daytime hours with clearing and partly cloudy skies tonight. Daytime high temperatures will reach around 29°C with an overnight low of 21°C to 22°C, relative humidity near 73%, a 45%–50% chance of daytime precipitation (dropping below 20% tonight), and gentle southeasterly...
An Honest Ground Report: What Is Really Happening as We Start a New Week A Public Service Update from Captain Lawrence — Bringing You Authentic Bali News and Views for the Past 25 Years Sunday Morning, October 18, 2026 Needless to say, it has been a crazy, unusual, and stressful week in Bali starting back on October 12th when fuel lines suddenly began to appear. Petrol stations ran out of...
Bali is introducing an odd-even system for fuel purchases as authorities try to reduce long queues, control demand and distribute supplies more evenly while the island continues to recover from fuel shortages. The temporary measure will take effect on Saturday, October 17, and is currently scheduled to run through October 19. How the Odd-Even Fuel System Works Under the system, motorists will...
Bali Fuel Shortage Update by Editor Captain Lawrence 04;44 Friday Oct 16 2026 A few moments ago asked my best friend AI "has there been any improvement in the fuel shortage situation inBbali in the last 24 hours" The fuel situation across Bali has begun to show gradual structural improvement, though the on-the-ground experience at individual pump stations remains uneven. What Has Improved: Depot...
If you own or manage a business in Bali, you must update your outdoor signs to include Aksara Bali (Balinese script) by late April 2027. Ai generated Logo , Language and design not complete Here is what you need to know to ensure your business complies with provincial regulations (Pergub Bali No. 80/2018). Who Must Comply? All public-facing outdoor signs for private and commercial businesses are...
Bali's surfing community has faced a difficult period following the destruction of several beloved hangout spots at Bingin Beach. For many travellers, that has created renewed interest in the island's lesser-known surf destinations. One of those destinations is Kedungu, a coastal area in Tabanan Regency that sits only a short distance from Canggu but offers a noticeably quieter atmosphere....
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