Bali Friday Edition 7

Six stories: Key changes to foreign tourist levy, strong winds, and expat guide to Nyepi.

March 21, 2025

It’s Friday. This is the Bali Media.

Top Stories

Indonesia’s Online Ojek Drivers Have Long Been Denied Holiday Bonuses. That’s About to Change.

Chinese Tourist Swept Away at Nyang-Nyang Beach, Rescue Teams Deploy Thermal Drone in Search Efforts

No Light, No Work, No Travel: An Expat’s Guide to Bali’s Nyepi Day This Month

Legislator Proposes Higher Tourist Tax in Bali to Curb Overtourism

SEE: Bali Hit Strong Winds—Temples Crumble, Roads Blocked, Elderly Woman Injured

6 Key Changes to Bali’s Foreign Tourist Levy: New Rules Coming in Two Weeks

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 22

  • Impact Trip: Lempuyang, Tirta Gangga & Virgin Beach

  • Paint & Sip

  • Tea & Talk: Sisterhood & Flow

  • The Art of Slow Mornings

  • Saturday Seat Swap Social

  • Pool, Pong, Planet Love

Sunday, March 23

  • Beauty Ritual Workshop Experience

  • Formula 1 China GP

  • Balinese Fire Ceremony and Meditation

  • Free Crypto Trading: Money Psychology & Mindset

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