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A 34-year-old Norwegian tourist has died after being hit by a snorkelling boat while spearfishing off the coast of Nusa Lembongan, according to Dive Magazine citing local police reports. According …
Norwegian tourist killed during Bali holiday: Hit by snorkelling boat Read More
Chiang Mai has been ranked the most affordable city in the world for digital nomads living on a monthly budget of $2,000, according to a February 2026 report by Life …
Chiang Mai named world’s cheapest city for digital nomads Read More
It’s early morning in Ubud. The scent of freshly baked sourdough, buttery croissants, and slow-dripped coffee drifts through the open-air space at Rüsters Bakery. The low hum of conversation mixes …
From Michelin kitchens to Bali: Danish baker finds creative freedom in Ubud Read More
This is a story about how a Danish woman turned a time of crisis into a thriving school where Balinese children learn to grow and cook their own food — …
A bag of onions, a garden, and a dream Read More
It’s tournament day at Jungle Padel Pererenan. Women arrive with rackets slung over their shoulders, greeting each other with hugs, tying their shoelaces, chatting and laughing before the matches begin. …
Padel and purpose: Robin Ekman’s journey from Sweden to Bali’s booming courts Read More
When Bjarne Honoré first arrived on Bali in 1999, it was only meant to be a holiday. But the visit became a turning point. One day, while having coffee at …
Deported, divided, determined: A cross-cultural success story Read More
Indonesia has introduced a new unified digital portal, the “All Indonesia” Arrival Card, which consolidates immigration, customs, and health declarations into a single online form. The system is now mandatory …
Indonesia launches new All Indonesia Arrival Card for travelers Read More
A Swedish man, identified by the initials SUE, is on trial in Bali. He was arrested on July 31 for receiving 201.28g of hashish, sent by mail from Thailand. Bali’s …
Swede faces 15 years, Thai couple may get death penalty in Bali drug case Read More
All foreigners will have to pay a tourism tax of 150.000 rupiah ($12.80), when they visit Bali in Indonesia from the 14 February 2024 and onwards. This includes both mainland …
New tourism tax in Bali Read More
Indonesia stole the spotlight at Norway’s largest Travel Expo, hosted at the Telenor Arena in Oslo on January 13-14. The Indonesian booth, decorated with the theme “Escape the Winter,” drew …
Indonesia takes center stage at Norway’s Premier Travel Expo in Oslo Read More
Indonesia AirAsia is launching a new route from Bali to Bandar Lampung, with the first flight on January 17, 2024. The airline aims to boost tourism in Lampung by providing …
Indonesia AirAsia launches Bali-Bandar Lampung route Read More
In a strategic move to boost tourism and foster global connections, Indonesia’s Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy, Sandiaga Uno, is actively advocating for an expansion of the country’s visa-free …
Indonesia to review visa-free list – excluding Scandinavians Read More
The story of the well-renowned Swedish artist, Richard Winkler, seems almost predestined, as he found love with his Indonesian pen pal and embarked on a creative journey in the tropical …
Richard Winkler – a Swedish artist’s journey in plaster and paint in Bali Read More
In the heart of the tranquil beach town of Sanur, Bali, is a charming café named Café Smörgås. Founded in 2006 by Swedish Johan and Lotta Lassesson, the Scandinavian sounded …
Café Smörgås in Sanur: From a Swedish dream to a Balinese reality Read More
In the heart of Bali, hidden away from the hustle and bustle of modern life, lies an oasis that defies the ordinary. Originally envisioned by Swedish Magnus Falk as a …
Unveil the mysteries of Bali in Swedish owned Nandini Jungle Resort and Spa Read More
In the heart of Bali, where spirituality and tranquility merge, a group of Swedish women embarks on an annual transformative journey. Every year, they gather in the warm embrace of …
Healing in paradise: A group of Swedish women’s annual yoga retreat in Bali Read More
Indonesia’s officials announced that its island, Bali, will impose a 150,000-rupiah ($10) tax on tourists entering the “Island of Gods” starting next year, giving reasons related to preserving its …
Indonesian Bali to impose tax on tourists entering its historical place from next year Read More
Authorities in Indonesia’s Bali island have banned all tourists’ activities on its twenty-two sacred mountains with immediate effect. The ban was made following numerous incidents whereby foreign tourists have violated …
Indonesia island Bali bans all tourist activities on holy mountains Read More
Indonesia is considering imposing a tax for tourists after a series of incidents where foreigners have violated laws or customs. Sandiaga Uno, tourism and creative economy minister, told reporters this …
Indonesia considers tourist tax to limit bad behavior in Bali Read More
I Wayan Koster, the governor of Bali, said foreigners will soon be banned from renting motorbikes and scooters on the Indonesian island. Due to the high number of foreign tourists’ …
Indonesian island Bali to ban foreigners from renting motorbikes Read More
At a meeting in Singapore on Monday, Chancellor of Germany, Olaf Scholz, called for increased collaboration between Germany, Europe, and countries within the Southeast Asian economic- and political union ASEAN. …
Chancellor Olaf Scholz calls for intensified collaboration with ASEAN countries Read More
This year’s G20 Summit will in many ways be one to remember as some of the World’s most powerful leaders who are currently in conflict and war with each other …
World leaders gathers at G20 Summit in Indonesia in attempt to reach agreement on global critical agendas Read More
Indonesian Secretary General of the Maritime Affairs and Fisheries, Antam Novambar, announced in a press release, that he has asked for an agreement to strengthen the fishery trade cooperation between …
Indonesia requests strengthtening of fish trade with Russia Read More
Freelancers will soon be able to work tax-free in Indonesia, including on the island of Bali. The country’s tourism minister Sandiaga Uno announced the five-year ‘digital nomad visa’ earlier this …
Scandinavian digital nomads could move to Bali Read More
H.E. Jari Sinkari, the Finnish ambassador to Indonesia and Vice Governor of Bali, Mr. Tjokorda Oka Artha Ardhana Sukawati led the opening ceremony of “Teuku Umar Hovi Club” a brand …
Finnish ambassador and Bali vice governor led the opening ceremony of a senior activity centre Read More