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Bali Lifestyle

Ecological Alarm Bells in Bali: How Deadly Floods Expose the Overtourism Crisis

Bali is facing a tough truth. The island we know for rice terraces, temples and sunsets is now making headlines for deadly floods and an ecological crisis years in the making. In September 2025, flash floods tore through Denpasar, Badung, Gianyar, Tabanan and more. At least 18 people lost their lives, hundreds were forced from their homes, and roads, bridges and markets were badly damaged.

Bali Lifestyle

Bali Tourism Skyrockets in 2025

Bali is on track to smash its 2025 tourism targets, with international arrivals surpassing 7 million and Ngurah Rai Airport handling over 2.3 million passengers in August alone. July saw nearly 700,000 foreign visitors, marking an 11% year-on-year increase. Australia, India, China, France, and South Korea lead the surge, while domestic tourism adds resilience. New tools like the All Indonesia App are streamlining arrivals, while niche markets in wellness, eco-tourism, and digital nomadism are broadening appeal. As Bali balances record-breaking growth with sustainability challenges, the island is redefining itself as a year-round global destination.

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Attractions

Bali With Kids: Top Family Adventures

Bali screams family fun—whether you’re an expat settling in or a visitor planning school-holiday adventures. This guide strolls through the island’s top kid-friendly treats: from adrenaline-charged waterparks and wildlife safaris to serene dolphin cruises, monkey forests, and imaginative 3D art museums. Bring your camera—and your curiosity—because Bali doles out equal parts culture, nature, and pure joy for every generation. Let’s dive into your ultimate family-friendly Bali adventure!

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Bali Lifestyle

Bali’s Blissful Low Season: Crowd-Free Travel, Wallet-Friendly Rates & Wellness Escapes

Discover blissful, crowd-free Bali now during its low season—perfect for savvy travellers who seek peaceful temple visits, lush highland beauty in Bedugul and wallet-friendly wellness retreats. With significantly quieter days at Ulun Danu Beratan, under-the-radar Denpasar culture, and secluded stays in Buleleng’s rainforest and coast, this is Bali’s most authentic, affordable and serene stretch of the year. Don’t miss discounted spa retreats and remote work-friendly villas—all with the island’s greenest and most tranquil landscapes at their best.

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Tourism

Karangasem: Bali’s Last Untouched Paradise

Picture this: you’re sipping a kopi tubruk in a tiny warung, with Mount Agung looming like a benevolent giant behind you, the sea shimmering in front, and not a single beach club speaker blaring over your thoughts. No “Canggu traffic”, no overpriced smoothie bowls, and no Instagram queue for that one perfect shot.

Welcome to Karangasem, Bali’s last true slow-travel sanctuary — where time moves to the rhythm of the tides, not your phone notifications.

Bali

Is Bali Broken (But Still Beautiful): Tourists Are Finally Saying What Locals Always Knew

Bali isn’t broken — but it’s definitely buckling under the weight of mass tourism. From plastic-filled beaches to unbearable traffic and aggressive touts, visitors are discovering the island paradise isn’t always what it looks like on Instagram. In this raw and real guide, we unpack the tourist reviews that pull no punches, explore the deeper problems Bali faces, and ask: how can we do better — as travelers and as a global community that truly loves Bali?

Tourism

21 Unwritten (and Essential) Things to Know Before Visiting Bali

Planning your first trip to Bali? Before you book your surf lesson or sunrise hike, make sure you know the real deal behind the island’s customs, culture, and unspoken rules. From sacred temple etiquette and the mysterious Day of Silence (Nyepi) to dealing with monkey thieves and avoiding the dreaded “Bali Belly,” this guide gives you the insider scoop that travel brochures won’t. Discover why Pererenan is the new cool kid, how to ride a scooter without offending the locals, and the unexpected rules that’ll help you avoid a cultural facepalm. This isn’t your average Bali checklist – it’s your ticket to a deeper, smoother, and way more respectful experience.

Bali Lifestyle

Sanur’s Luxe Transformation: Inside Bali’s New Health Tourism Hub and Luxury Hotels

Sanur’s transformation into a luxury health tourism hub is redefining Bali’s future. With the launch of KEK Sanur, the new Bali International Hospital, and five-star resorts like The Meru Sanur and Bali Beach Hotel, Sanur blends world-class healthcare with high-end accommodation. Beyond medical tourism, these developments offer opportunities for digital nomads, expats, and investors, positioning Sanur as a premium destination for both wellness and business. Discover how Sanur’s new luxury hotels and facilities are shaping Bali’s economic landscape and why it’s the perfect spot for your next stay.

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