The island of Bali is preparing for Nyepi, the Balinese Day of Silence, a profoundly spiritual event marking the Saka Latest Year. Observed on Thursday, March 19th, 2026, Nyepi will bring a 24-hour period of complete stillness to the Indonesian island, a tradition deeply rooted in Balinese Hinduism. While the majority of Bali’s population, roughly … Read more
Gilimanuk, Bali – Authorities in Indonesia are reporting significant progress in alleviating congestion at the Port of Gilimanuk, a critical transportation hub for travelers heading to and from Bali. The Ministry of Transportation, through its Directorate General of Land Transportation, has implemented a series of measures to expedite the flow of vehicles, with officials claiming … Read more
Gilimanuk, Bali – Travelers faced significant delays and congestion at the Port of Gilimanuk, Bali, on Monday as a surge in passengers began their mudik (exodus) ahead of the Lebaran holiday. PT ASDP Indonesia Ferry (Persero), the state-owned ferry operator, has issued an apology for the disruptions, attributing them to a higher-than-anticipated volume of travelers … Read more