Bali Friday Edition 6

Foreign-owned property in Bali under scrutiny – plus, Indonesia’s latest religious controversy

It’s Friday. This is the Bali Media.

Top Stories

New Bali Regulation Aims to Stop Foreign Nationals from Finding Loopholes in Villa Ownership Rules

Local Bali Villa Operators Form Association, Plans to Hunt Down Illegal Foreign-Owned Rentals in “Hidden Communities”

How Foreigners Can Buy Property in Indonesia: Rules and Requirements

Indonesia Jails Trans TikToker for Telling Jesus to Get a Haircut, Extending Its History of Strict Blasphemy Laws

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 15

  • Thrifting Market

  • CHATurday at Cheat Day Café: Chill & Chat Brunch

  • Clothing Swap & Brunch Bali

  • Macrame Workshop

  • After Hours Coffee Shop Party (Free Drinks!)

Sunday, March 9

  • Let’s Meetup as Digital Nomads

  • Slowdown Sundays at Cheat Day Café

  • Balinese Fire Ceremony and Meditation

  • Sunday Board Game Night

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