Bali This Week Monday 27

Luxury Eco Resort in Tabanan Gutted by Fire — 16 Villas Lost

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Happy hours & deals this week

Buy 1 Fish Burger Get Free 1 Bottle of Small Bintang, 5–7PM, daily @ Frestro & Bar

Home cooked English Sunday roast and free draft beer for only 199K, 12–7PM, Sunday @ The Orchard Bar & Restaurant

150K For 2 Burgers (Dine in Only), 7–11PM, daily @ Cosmos Burger

Wine Down with exclusive wine selection by glass, 6–10PM, Friday & Saturday @ SALT Restaurant and Pool Bar

50% Off Signature Cocktail, 5–7PM, Tuesday @ Santanera

Buy 2 Pay 1 Selected Cocktail, 6–10PM, daily @ Green Spot Cafe

Travel guides

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Expat job board

Expat Head of Content – Hospitality Group (Canggu)

  • Open to local and expatriate candidates.

  • Proven work experience in marketing/creative roles, ideally within the F&B, hospitality, lifestyle, or tourism sectors.

  • A strong portfolio showcasing previous work across video, photography, and digital content, demonstrating your ability to create captivating narratives.

  • Content shooting and editing skills.

  • Deep knowledge of current social media trends and best practices.

  • Exceptional creativity with a keen eye for detail, capable of transforming concepts into visually stunning content.

  • Strong eye for design and attention to detail in selecting visuals.

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.

  • Great level of English, both written and verbal.

  • Willingness to work on public holidays and weekends where required.

  • Quick to learn and adapt to new software tools (e.g., NetSuite, monday.com).

Benefits

  • Membership

  • BPJS and insurance Mandiri healthcare

Expat Director Sales & Marketing – Premium Beverages (Kuta)

  • Open for local and expat candidates.

  • Expatriate with solid experience in the alcoholic beverage industry, preferably within Asia-Pacific markets, including Indonesia.

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field; MBA preferred.

  • Minimum 10+ years’ experience in sales and marketing, with 5+ years in a senior leadership role.

  • Strong understanding of the Indonesian F&B and hospitality market, especially in Bali and major cities.

  • Proven track record in driving sales growth, launching new products, and executing multi-channel strategies.

  • Excellent leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.

  • Fluent in English; Bahasa Indonesia is a plus.

Benefits

  • Kitas provided

  • Insurance

Meetups this week

Connect with fellow expats and locals.

Yoga on the Beach

Let’s Be Real: A Space To Share And Connect

See all of the 41 events this week, including:

  • Monday Out Loud Karaoke Night

  • Introduction to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

  • Pererenan Lunch Club #48: Funky Chunks Steak Bar

  • Improv Games & Laughter

  • Wander Women Pool Day

  • Free Handstand Workshop

  • Terra Entrepreneurs Weekly Meetup

  • Canggu Party Nights

  • Nomeo Is Three Party

  • Caffeine AI Meetup

  • Painting at the Rice Fields

  • Healing But Fun Festival

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