Bali This Week Monday 4

Indonesia pitches its own "ChatGPT", Kelingking Beach updates, and meetups this week.

February 24, 2025

Good afternoon. This is the Bali Media.

We’ve summed up this week for you:

Top stories

Bali’s Kelingking Beach Just Won Global Award. We Cover the Beach’s Must-Do Activities and Recent Controversy

In case you missed this:

Trump’s Policy Hits Bali: Electric Bus Plan Stalls Amid U.S. Funding Cuts

Can Indonesia Build Its Own ChatGPT? Officials Say Yes. Here’s the Plan.

In case you missed this:

“Escape Indonesia”: A National Trending Topic Calls for Indonesian Youth to Leave the Country. Why?

Happy hours & deals this week

Selected beer buckets from 250K++, 10–1AM, daily @ Woodbar

Seaside BBQ 65K per item, 5–9PM, Friday & Saturday @ Kiosk

Balimoon cocktails buy 2 get 1 free, 4–6PM, daily @ Kopi Pot

20% off all grilled items, 7AM–11PM, Wednesday & Thursday @ Romeos Bar & Grillery

Buy-1-get-1-free red wine by glass, 12–10PM, Wednesday @ Sala Bistro Ubud

Buy 2 signature sushis, get 1 gree Makimono Sushi, 2–7PM @ Shoga Sushi & Kitchen Ubud

Travel guides

Bali INTRO Travel 9- And 12-Day Tour Review

159 Best Bali Quotes, Instagram Captions And Puns

Expat job board

Booker – Model Agency (Canggu)

  • In-depth knowledge of the Modeling & Fashion Industry.

  • Bachelor's Degree in a related field such as Marketing, Communications, or Business is usually preferred.

  • Prior experience in talent booking or marketing is preferred.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential for success as a booking agent/booker. 

  • Strong negotiation skills to secure the best possible rates for models and the agency.

  • Highly organized and able to multitask.

Benefits

  • BPJS

Wedding & Events Manager – Luxury Clifftop Resort (Ungasan)

  • Minimum 4+ years of experience in wedding and event management, preferably with knowledge of the Australian wedding market.

  • Strong network within the Australian bridal and events industry, with established relationships in the sector.

  • Proven project management and organizational skills, ensuring seamless planning and execution of luxury weddings and events.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of engaging and building trust with high-end clientele.

  • Experience in luxury hospitality, event sales, or destination wedding planning is highly desirable.

Benefits

  • Working visa (KITAS). 

  • Housing allowance

  • Medical Insurance

Meetups this week

Connect with fellow expats and locals.

The Capricorn House & Disco Night

The Medicine: A Soul Journey Through Sounds, Healing, and Dance

See all of the 38 events this week, including:

  • Bitcoin Abundance: Journey to Conscious Wealth

  • Viral Branding: Exclusive Masterclass

  • Turn Procrastination into Productivity

  • Mind & Body Recharge

  • Bali Startup and Tech Networking Dinner

  • Mental Health Art Fest & Karaoke Party Fundraiser

  • Balinese Fire Ceremony and Meditation

  • AstroNight: Planet Parade - 7 Wonders of the Night Sky

  • Canyoning at Gitgit Waterfall

  • New Moon in Pisces Women's Circle

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

  • Sunday Chill Mix

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