Bali news and events (page 3)
Tourism news, weather reports, festivals and sporting events.
January weather in Bali
So far wet season 2007 has been a delight. The occassional short shower, keeping us cool, plenty of scorching sunshine and none of the week-long grey skies that the wet season usually entails.
Atmosphere in Sanur Bali
Sanur is a quiet resort area on the SE coast of Bali. It is also home to many expats, with the International School located there. Today, while checking out some of the shops, along Jl.
Even in Bali the grass is always greener
People dream of coming to tropical Bali. Equatorial sun, hot steamy nights, masses of people in the local streets and markets, all the creature comforts you could ask for.
Pleasant weather in Seminyak Bali
Looking outside the internet cafe I'm in right now, the sun is breaking through the thin cloud layer, threatening to heat things up.
Environmental issues in Bali
Bali seems like a dream when you first arrive, green and beautiful, with the burning sun, and equatorial showers, making it a natural paradise. Then comes man, and all he brings.
Bali weather: Jan 15th 2007
Bali is enjoying a light wet season this year. Gone are the twice daily deluges, in are the sunny skies and occasional shower. We have been getting those showers mostly late at night.
Bali courtroom dramas
Bali is a tight little community and you often see the same names popping up. This is the case at Kerobokan jail and the Bali District Court, where a few well known legal names are in constant…
Bali not getting its slice of the tourism pie
Bali is one of 30 provinces of Indonesia , and is perhaps the most unique of them all.
Weather in Kuta Bali
Riding along Jl Pantai Kuta Monday afteroon, I was amazed at the clear blue skies. The weather today was lovely, no sign of rain and there was a bit of swell.
Schapelle Corby could be moved to Java jail
Australian Schapelle Corby , the drug trafficker currently doing time in Kerobokan jail for importing marijuana into Bali, could be moved to a jail in Java.
Top reasons to visit Bali in the wet season
Bali has 2 seasons, wet and dry. The wet season is from November to March, with a transition to dry, followed by the coolest, driest months from June-October.
Windy start to the New Year in Bali
Out with the old, in with the new. That goes for the weather too in some instances, and yesterday in Bali, a storm swept through that cleared the air for us. Down in Kuta, at the Suka Beach on Jl.
Selamat tahun baru: Happy New Year from Bali
Happy New Year from Bali. 2007 is here, and I hope all Baliblog readers fulfull thier goals in the coming year.
Refreshing rain in Bali
Rain is so natural and such as aprt of my vision of Bali, I actually welcome it. The wet season in Bali is long overdue and for me at least, it was wonderful to drive from Amed, through the sweeping…
Internet access in Bali
Coming back from East Bali today, I was told by Jeff, owner of Galaxy bar, in Seminyak, that the earthquake in Taiwan, has upset all the internet access in Indonesia. On Jl.
Toby & Maya in East Bali
Travelling with a young kid scares a lot of people. Just the thought of a trans-oceanic flight, long layover and dealing with baggage, Customs, taxis and hotels, is enough to put a lot of people off.
Where to stay in East Bali
Toby, Maya, Ika, Jevon, Ika's mother and myself, will be going to East Bali for 2 days. East Bali is one of the best parts of the island (although I also have a soft spot for Tabanan).
Bali earthquake: No damage in Seminyak
Flicking through some online news reports today, I see Bali had an earthquake yesterday. According to the USGS , a 5.2 quake hit 253 miles (407 km) NE of Denpasar at 08:01:05.10 UTC on Dec 24, 2006.
BBQ at my house : Sunday December 24th 2006
Hear ye, hear ye, all Baliblog readers. There is a BBQ at my house in Seminyak, on Sunday December 24th 2006. All welcome.
Horse & Carriage in a Bali jail
Bali Nine member Martin Stevens , plans to marry the lady who bring him breakfast in bed. That might be stetching it a bit far, but its definitely breakfast in jail.
Illegal foreign guides arrested in Bali
Illegal foreign tour guides have been arrested in Bali. As Bali Discovery reports, 2 Europeans were caught at a Balinese temple, leading groups of foreigners around. Fancy that!
Bali weather report: December 20th 2006
We are at December 20th and the wet season hasn't really shown up. Sure there have been the occassional morning shower, but mostly its been dry here in Seminyak.
Kids in Bali
My old friend Toby, from Eugene Oregon, brought his 3 year old daughter Maya, with him as well as friends, Ollie and Asia.
The price is right in Bali Indonesia
Bali is a great deal all round, for a holiday. As much tropical weather as you can take, all the sunshine you can handle, all the waves you can catch. That's just the free stuff!
Bali weather forecast in December 2006
Here in Seminyak Bali we had a shower last night. Short intense showers have become a norm over the last week or so, with strong sunshine and clear skies during the day.
Bali to be World's top destination by 2011
Bali is to be one of the top 10 destinations, if not #1 in the world, by 2011. That is the goal of local travel industry big wigs.
Beautiful Bali Indonesia tourism catchphrase
Indonesian VP Yusuf Kalla has made a request to the island's tour operators, and the Culture and Tourism Ministry, to start using the expression 'Beautiful Bali Indonesia'.
Schapelle Corby's former lawyer goes public
Vasu Rasiah, the former Indonesian legal assistance to convicted drug trafficker, Schapelle Corby, has made claims about how certain aspects of Corby's case were handled. Mr.
Bali weather hot and sticky
Bali is enjoying sunny hot weather right now, with sunshine forecast for the next 10 days. During the day here in Bali the weather is everything you'd want it to be, perfectly tropical.
If you are coming to Bali don't forget your Swiss Army knife
Travelers the world over owe a debt of thanks to their loyal Swiss Army knife. The little red friend has opened cans, bottles, cut packaging, toenails, fruit and has often meant the difference…
Tourist's 5-minute impression of Bali
Bali can be all things to all people. The perfect surf destination, a tropical party zone, an arts and culture center, a diving paradise, 'spa world' or just a comfortable place in the sun.
Bali's creature comforts hard to beat
Bali is sometimes called the Island of the Gods, the place where beautiful people interact with nature, showing the rest of us how life should be lived.
Bali to be smoke free: A pipe dream?
In a perfect world the sky would be always blue, the birds would always sing, and the air would always be clean. That's not always the case, but things are improving.
Kuta Sweats Sex
Ever seen that movie ' The Beach ' staring Leonardo di Caprio? I love that first part of the movie, where he is exploring the Bangkok, steamy hot, wild and wonderful.
Meeting Brian Moore in Kori Restaurant Bali
Saturday afternoon I had an appointment to meet Brian Moore fom Perth Australia. Brian is in Bali for a couple of weeks and as usual, is staying in the Kuta area.
El Niño weather condition causing change in Indonesia's weather
An El Niño weather condition is responsible for the prolonged dry weather Indonesia is experiencing. This weather condition has affected other parts of Asia, Australia and N. America.
UK woman arrested with cocaine in Bali
A UK woman has been arrested in Bali in possession of cocaine . This is the latest in a seemingly endless line of people, who get lulled into going over the line.
Galungan in progress in Bali
Galungan is in progress in Bali and chatting with staff at Cafe Seminyak, I heard that some of them were able to go home to their village yesterday, some today.
Exploring Bali by scooter
Bali offers an endless array of interesting sights and sounds. My favourite thing to do is cruise around by scooter and find new places, that have that special quality.
Australian woman in Bali jail for drug possession.
Australian Michelle Condon, 35, from Port Melbourne, is still in jail in Bali, awaiting her trial for possession of methamphetamine .
Galungan tommorrow in Bali
Tommorrow is Galungan in Bali. Some foreign businesses will close early today, to allow staff to get back to their villages.
Bali orgasm for peace
Everythime I read the news, its all about people kiling other people, and general bad things. According to one group of people, war is just up-tight men, trying to show how big they are.
Article correction: Tourist elephant accident
Article correction: Tourist elephant accident My article on November 6th, mentioned an accident involving a tourist at an elephant park. The account of the accident was provided by ABC.net .
Straight 'A's for Bali weather
'Sunshine on my shoulder makes me happy' - John Denver - I think John Denver would be happy in Bali right now. A quick look at the 10 day weather forecast for Bali reveals nothings but sunshine.
Anantara Seminyak: Apartments on the beach in Bali
Anantara Seminyak is the name of a project at the end of Jl. Dhyana Pura in Seminyak.
Seminyak beach: Heaven on Earth
Warm weather, sunshine, a great setting and the ocean. What more could you want? In Semnyak Bali, we've got all of that, and more.
Mercedes Corby says foul play at Sydney Airport
Mercedes Corby, sister of Australian drug trafficker, Schapelle Corby, said in an interview with a Sydney radio station, that something is fishy, about the missing security tapes at Sydney airport.
Amazing Race comes to Bali
Reality TV show, The Amazing Race came to Bali recently, as one fan reports. For those who haven't seen The Amazing Race , it is an amzing show.
Currency exchange in Bali
One of the best things about coming to Bali is how much you get for your money. This all starts at the Money Changer, when you hand over your stack of dollars / Euros and try to count the monoploy…
Quiet in Seminyak Bali
Sitting here at an internet cafe in Seminyak, its relatively quiet. A scattering of nationalities are using the machines to keep in touch with relatives and friends overseas.
Tourist's experience in Bali
One recent arrival in Bali, log's his adventures on a website called 'Where we are'. This guy isn't much of a writer, but tells about his experience of exploring Bali.
Aussie woman in hot water with Bali drug cops
Tonight's Bali news mentions another Australian, who has been caught ( or entrapped), by the Balinese police for drug possession.
Baliblog mentioned by internet travel guru Sean Keener
Baliblog got a mention today, on the personal website of internet travel guru, Sean Keener .
Air Paradise to rise from the ashes
Air Paradise ('Bali is our home') is a local airline that was launched in 2003 and folded in 2005, after Bali Bomb II.
Schapelle Corby: My life is hell in Bali
Schapelle Corby, the convicted drug smuggler imprisoned in Kerobokan jail, says her life is hell.
Bali travel blog: A recent visitor
Cell phone cameras and blogs, mean not much is private these days, including a trip to Bali.
Bali: Paradise Lost? - Inside Kerobokan jail
' Bali: Paradise Lost? ' is the title of a new book, by author Emma Tom. The book discusses the Bali tourist industry, Balinese people's relationship with the Javanese, who often own land here and…
No rain in November for Bali
Hey sun worshippers, guess where its sunny right now? The Island of the Gods is enjoying stunning weather, and not a sign of rain to be seen.
Schapelle Corby book tells inside scoop on lawyers
Schapelle Corby's new book, the eagerly anticipated 'My Story', sheds light on the struggles she had with her backers and legal team.
Steamy today in Bali
Man its hot today in Bali ! On my porch, with the sun blazing and the humidity building this morning, I knew it was going to be a cooker.
Where the Bali Hell are you?
Taking a lead from an Australian tourism campaign, the The 'Little Bali Hotel & Resort Company' has produced a site that is attempting to kick start Bali tourism .
Bali tourist flung by elephant
Australian tourist was picked up and flung by a male elephant, while enjoying a family vacation in Bali. Mrs.
Tale of a recent Bali tourist
Writing about travelling in Bali from an internet cafe, I can get detached from what actual traveling in Bali is like. Jacinta is a young lady who recently did an 11 day trip to Bali.
Monday morning shower in Seminyak Bali
This morning had a lovely downpour in Seminyak. The heat and the dust taking a beating for a short time. My Aussie hat stood up ot the rain as I strolled down Jl. Seminyak for a coffee.
Bali government to implement new infrastructure
Local Badung government is preparing new infrastructure to give Bali tourism a kick in the pants. This includes expanding the airport in Tuban to 3 times the size. The Bali Times reports that Drs.
Not the only blogger in Bali
Reading my mail, its obvious I'm not the only Bali Blogger. Seems like in the last few months, half the people who come here need to blog about it. Here are 3 blog entries by recent visitors.
Bali weather forecast
Sitting here in Seminyak, the sun is blazing and the mercury is rising. Last night I used the AC for a couple of hours, first time in months.
Girl's first impression of Bali
Living in Bali I know what my impression of the place is. You get to hear it everyday, changing its degree of positive / negative, depending on what has gone on in the last 24 hours.
Schapelle Corby: My life in a Bali jail
Schapelle Corby, the babe in a Bali jail, has written a book. Well she hasn't actually written it, she told stories to a female reporter, who turned it into something resembling a coherant account,…
The Gene pool: Hotel Prawita, Kuta Bali
Tuesday night here in Seminyak, its sexy dancers at the Galaxy, on Jl. Dhyana Pura.
Bali weather forecast
Sunday night here in Seminyak Bali we had a very refreshing downpour. I didn't see it, only heard it, as I was in bed, but it was pretty decent.
Kintamani: What's the deal with it?
A day trip to Kintamani , promises mountains, lakes, the chance to get out of of Kuta and see some of Bali.
Kintamani having a tough time economically
According to an article on BaliDiscovery , the local economy in Kintamani is having a tough time. The article says that since the 2002 Bali Bomb I, 22 hotels and restaurants have closed in Kintamani.
Indonesia changes sentence remissions: Schapelle Corby affected
Indonesia has unofficially decided to alter its laws, regarding prison remissions. At the moment, prisoners get 2 remissions a year, meaning 2 months off their sentence.
Bali weather forecast for October 2006
An evening shower on Friday night, followed by patchy cloud on Saturday morning. Could this be the start of the wet season in Bali?
Swimming in Bali can be dangerous
Swimming in Bali can be dangerous, there's no doubt about it. When I walk along the Kuta in Seminyak, I can tell where rip currents are likely to be.
PowerAde Isotonik: Electrolyte drink
Bali has a new thirst quenching drink, PowerAde Isotonik made by the Coca Cola company.
Jackfruit season in Bali
Bali is blessed with an abundance of tropical fruits. Some of my favourites are watermelon, papaya and mango.
Bali nightlife for the next 10 days
Here's the best of Bali nightlife for the next 10 days provided by the Beat Magazine .
Bali weather very pleasant right now
We're in the last week of September and as any surfer will tell you, October sees the mixed conditions where the trade winds change.
Tsunami warning system via cell phone in Bali
A great idea has appeared on the horiazon. A tsunami warning system that is sent via cell phone. I read about it by browsing BaliDiscovery.com, and reckon its a good idea.
No anti-Pope sentiment in Bali
Looking at the news, I see the Pope has put his foot in it and upset Muslims. Seems like whoever is Pope is bound to get a certain amount of flak, when they start telling people how to live their…
Kuznetsova wins Wismilak tennis in Nusa Dua Bali
Svetlana Kuznetsova from Russia won her third Wismilak tennis tournament in Nusa Dua on sunday. I got a call from a friend asking if I wanted to sneak in at the last moment, but already had plans.
Bali weather: September 16th 2006
Lovely weather in Bali this last week, if you like no rain and plenty of sunshine. Today I walked along Batubelig beach in Seminyak up to Jl. Oberoi and back to the house.
Creating the 4th place for Bali tourists
We know that Starbucks tries to create the '3rd place' for people to be, beside their home and work. I reckon there's an opportunity for someone to create a 4th place for tourists in Bali.
Jatiluwih: World Heritage Site
The Bali mountain village of Jatiluwih, has become a World Heritage Site . World Heritage Sites are specific places (such as a forest, mountain range, lake, desert, building, complex, or city) of…
Wismilak tennis tournament in Nusa Dua Bali
The annual Wismilak women's tennis tournament is underway at Nusa Dua. The tournament, officially called the Wismilak International 2006 , features star players such as Svetlana Kuznetsova, Patty…
Weather in Ubud Bali
Arriving late friday afternoon in Ubud, Ika, Jevon and I were very comfortable as far as temperature. Ubud is at a higher elevation than Kuta / Seminyak, thus enjoys cooler weather.
Vibe on Poppies I: Kuta Bali
Thursday night in Kuta Bali, I'm on Poppies I in Kuta, sitting in Bamboo Corner, waiting for my nasi goreng ayam (rice rice with chicken).
Schapelle Corby: New evidence?
Before leaving my house this afternoon, Ika said "Are you interested in Corby?" "They found new evidence, the tape say she didn't do it." At this point I have found nothing online that would indicate…
Irish rider wins Tour d'Indonesia 2006
The grueling Tour d'Indonesia 2006, which stretches 1,352.2kms from Jakarta to Bali, finished on Monday and was won by Irishman David McCann.
No new evidence for Corby trial
Banging a square peg through a round hole, is standard methodology in this part of the world. If it still doesn't fit, get a bigger mallet. That's what Schapelle Corby's legal team seem to be doing.
Be careful of Bali parking attendents
Here in Bali there are 2 kinds of parking attendents, Parkirmen , who take money and issue a ticket, for your parking, and Satpam's , security gaurds, who double as parking attendents.
Fred C. Wilson III's account of his Bali trip
American tourist Fred C. Wilson III, always dreamed of visiting Bali. In 2005 he did and staying the Kuta area, was enchanted by the place, the people and the culture.
Terry & Rod: Bali regulars
Sunday morning there was a knock on my door, familiar voices outside, not exactly Cockney, but something similar. It was Rod and Terry from Melbourne.
Bali: Is it safe to go back in the water?
Tourism is staggering back to life after the 2005 bombings. The main travel market, in real terms, meaning Aussies, have yet to return in numbers.
Bali weather: Sept 1st 2006
Lovely weather continues on the Island of the Gods. Clear, sunny days, cool mornings and cool evenings are the rule. Its so much more comfortable here than in Singapore.
Seminyak Beach scene
Some of the things you'll notice if you are staying in Seminyak, are the weather and the traffic. Cool, sunny, windy weather, hence all the large kites the Balinese fly.
Update on Ray's mate
Ray from Melbourne pulled out of the bbq last night because a friend had an accident. Ray sms'd me just now, and said his friend was coming back from golf in Sanur and had a head-on collision.
Weather forecast for Bali
Dry season in Bali (April-Oct) is the best time to visit. The months of June-Sept being the absolute best.