Bali Friday Edition 4

Update on iPhone ban, feel-good Bali model story, and weekend events.

February 28, 2025

It’s Friday. This is the Bali Media.

Top Stories

Indonesia Inspects Foreign Businesses in Immigration Sweep, Over 100 to Be Deported from Bali — Learn Why

In Bali, Sawitri Was Bullied for Her Skin—Now She Walks Europe’s Modeling Runways: Here’s Her Story

Watch: Foreign National Loses Phone in Bali, Then Smashes Storefront Glass to Track It

As Bali Prepares for Ramadan and Nyepi Religious Observances, Discounted Markets Offer Relief

Good News for Apple Users – iPhone 16 Sales in Indonesia Finally Back on Track After Apple Strikes Key Deal

No Weekend Plans?

Connect to other digital nomads, join networking events, or explore Bali on trips together. Here’s what’s going on this weekend.

Saturday, March 1

  • Canyoning at Gitgit Waterfall

  • New Moon in Pisces Women's Circle

Sunday, March 2

  • Unplug to Reconnect: A Half-Day Digital Detox Retreat

  • Sunday Board Game Night

  • Sunday Chill Mix at Friends Bar

Helpful Bali resources

Choosing a safe and reasonably-priced ferry company for your trip to Nusa Penida, Nusa Lembongan or the Gili Islands

Guides to no-gojek zones in Canggu, Padang Bai, Nusa Penida, and Bali's airport