When the heavily armed Dutch troops started their ground and aerial attack, most of the Balinese were armed only with kris and sharpened bamboo poles. The fierce engagement broke Balinese resistance, but the Indonesians eventually won the war. Did the Japanese invade Bali? From 28 February to 1 March 1942, Japanese troops landed on four […]

Ubud, the best place to sleep in Bali and get around the island. Kuta and Legian, one of the most popular areas to stay in Bali. Seminyak, the best neighborhood in Bali to stay in. Canggu, one of the best places to stay in Bali. Where should I stay in Bali for the first time? […]

The fact that Bali is part of a nation called Indonesia, which has the fourth-largest population on the planet (right behind the US, in fact) would come as quite a shock to most North Americans. There are some logical reasons for this lack of American interest in Indonesia as a vacation destination. What country is […]

For gardening and pool maintenance the staff usually comes 2-3 times per week to the villa. The salary depends on the size of the pool or the garden but is usually around IDR 500.000 – IDR 700.000 each per month. If you stay in a more remote property, you may choose to hire also a […]

Most of the volcanic eruptions and earthquakes in the world happen within the Ring of Fire. Three areas are considered major Bali tsunami danger zones. They are; Kuta, Tanjung-Benoa, and Sanur.Because of this, there’s a constant general threat, and there’s no way to be completely safe from tsunamis. Do they have earthquakes in Bali? At […]

Are there crocodiles in Bali? While there are saltwater crocodiles in Indonesia, there are no established populations in Bali. These are one of the most dangerous animals in the world, however, they cause no real threat in Bali. Do Saltwater crocodiles live in Indonesia? The saltwater crocodile inhabits coastal brackish mangrove swamps and river deltas […]

Getting your own villa in Bali is still affordable, but can be a risky affair if you aren’t extremely careful with your investment and the legal environment. Indonesia is a beautiful but bureaucratic country and most of the “agents” selling land or villas cannot always be trusted. How much does a villa in Bali cost […]

THE MOST BEAUTIFUL PLACES TO VISIT IN BALI The sea of golden marigolds – Besakih. The temple in the clouds – Karangasem. The view over Kelingking Beach – Nusa Penida. The emerald green rice terraces – Jatiluwih. The Campuhan Ridge Walk – Ubud. The yellow “Bridge of Love” – Nusa Lembongan. Which side of Bali […]

Check out these celebrities who have recently traveled to Bali. 1 Vanessa Hudgens Learned To Surf In Bali. 2 Actress Cleopatra Coleman Is Beautiful In Bali. 3 Kristen Crawley And Don Crawley Renewed Their Vows There. 4 Kristin Cavallari Looks Stunning In Bali. 5 Wilmer Valderrama Looks Happy And Relaxed On His Bali Getaway. Do […]

Hi, The minimum wage just went up to 2,297,968 IDR a month, so for someone on the minimum – and many are – that would be around 76,500 per day. Obviously many working in service industries will get a cut of the service charge so in busier places that can add almost as much again. […]

The total flight duration from United States to Bali is 19 hours, 39 minutes. If you’re planning a trip, remember to add more time for the plane to taxi between the gate and the airport runway. This measurement is only for the actual flying time. How long does it take from UK to Bali? How […]

A single person estimated monthly costs are 565$ (8,110,706Rp) without rent. Bali is 56.92% less expensive than New York (without rent).Cost of Living in Bali. Restaurants Edit Domestic Beer (1 pint draught) 37,500.00Rp Imported Beer (12 oz small bottle) 55,000.00Rp Cappuccino (regular) 32,750.00Rp Coke/Pepsi (12 oz small bottle) 20,079.61Rp How much does a Coca Cola […]

How to Get Indonesian Citizenship? You have resided in Indonesia for at least 5 consecutive years or 10 consecutive years by the time you apply for the Indonesian citizenship. You are at least 18 years old, or if you are under 18 years old, you have to be married. You are mentally and physically healthy. […]

The charm of Bali is its people & their culture. They are very friendly, kind & helpful & are interested in learning more about you & your family. Many balinese earn a very low wage compared to western standards so hotels, meals & shopping sprees are simply out of their budget. Is Bali actually that […]

There are a lot of similarities between Bali and Thailand. Both are amazing destinations with incredible beaches, great food, welcoming cultures, tons of history, gorgeous temples, stunning landscapes, and lots of quality accommodation. Is it better to go to Bali or Thailand? TL;DR: Our verdict. The winner: Thailand works out to be cheaper overall, has […]