Blog
Practical, single-topic articles that don't fit neatly into the main guides.
Renting a scooter in Bali without getting scammed
What to check before you sign, which insurance actually matters, and how to avoid the "pre-existing damage" trick.
ATM fees in Bali: which banks to actually use
A comparison of withdrawal fees across BCA, Mandiri and standalone tourist-area machines.
Eating like a local: warung etiquette and must-try dishes
Nasi campur, babi guling, sate lilit — how to order, what to expect, and where prices creep up for tourists.
Canggu vs. Seminyak: which one actually fits you
A closer look at pace, price and personality between Bali's two busiest south-coast towns.
What Nyepi is actually like as a tourist
A first-hand walkthrough of the Day of Silence — what you can and can't do, and why it's worth timing your trip around.
Diving the USAT Liberty wreck at Tulamben
What the shore dive actually involves, water conditions by season, and how it compares to Nusa Penida's manta points.
Bali SIM card & eSIM guide
eSIM vs a local physical SIM, which Indonesian carrier to pick, and where to buy for the best price.
Renting a car vs a scooter in Bali
Self-drive car, private driver or scooter — comparing cost, licensing rules and which makes sense for your trip.
A digital nomad's guide to Bali
Which visa to use, where to base yourself, coworking options and real monthly costs.
The best waterfalls in Bali
Tegenungan, Sekumpul, Nungnung and Gitgit ranked by access, difficulty and which one suits your trip.
Climbing Mount Agung: what to know
How the sacred volcano's sunrise climb compares to Batur, permits and guides, and when it's closed.