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Year: 2023
Bali customs officer accused of extorting money from tourist over photo
An official at Bali Airport has been accused of extorting a tourist who took a photo on his phone of the queue at customs. The tourist from Taiwan had arrived in Bali for a holiday and allegedly took out his phone to capture the long wait to share with the driver picking […]
10 Most Beautiful Seaside Indonesia Destinations( Not Bali)
Indonesia is a country of stunning natural beauty, boasting some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. From the vibrant coral reefs to turquoise waters and beautiful beaches of Bali to the secluded scenic islands of Lombok, Indonesia has something for everyone. But beyond Bali, many other beautiful seaside […]
Flight Attendant Shares Useful Tips For Pet Parents Who Travel With Their Fur Babies
Last Updated: April 13, 2023, 12:00 IST Every year, more than 20 lakh pets travel by plane. Certain airlines permit pets in the cabin or checked-in baggage depending on the regulations of the destination the passenger is flying to. If you are a pet parent, chances are that you need […]
Bali’s Locals Are Really Fed Up With Rude Tourists
Bali has long been a popular vacation spot, as visitors seek out its calming beaches and verdant nature. But more recently, some of those tourists haven’t been getting a very warm welcome from locals. Since Bali reopened to international travel a little more than a year ago, residents have become […]
In Bali, snakefruit farmers hope agroforestry bears fruit as island reopens
Sibetan village on the Indonesian island of Bali is renowned for its organic snakefruit, known locally as salak. But following each biannual harvest, farmers face plunging prices of the salak fruit due to oversupply. Salak farmer Made Surjani says visitors are welcome to view local agroforestry practices, but that Sibetan […]