Bali This Week Monday 5

Update on Ukraine kidnapping case: Falsely arrested suspect files counter charge—and Bali events this week.

March 03, 2025

Good afternoon. This is the Bali Media.

We’ve summed up this week for you:

Top stories

Sungai Watch New Report Reveals Top 10 Brand Contributors to Bali’s Mounting Plastic Waste—But Is the Problem Bigger Than Corporate Brands?

Remember the Former Russian MMA Fighter Falsely Arrested for Kidnapping a Ukrainian in Bali? He’s Now Filing a Countercharge

Norwegian Man Ignored Guide Rule While Climbing Mount Agung—Now Deported

Bali to Spend Rp 5 Trillion for New Roads to Ease Traffic Congestion – See the Exact Locations Here

You Can Now Hop on a Water Taxi at Benoa Port to Three Destinations

Happy hours & deals this week

Buy-1-get-1-free selected cocktail, 1–5PM, daily @ VIN + Seminyak Bali

Order Signature Burger, get 1 free lemonade, 5–10PM, Tuesday @ Eden Hookah Club Seminyak

Buy-2-pay-1 on selected pizzas, 4–10PM Sunday @ Milk & Madu Ubud

75K++ for selected cocktails, 4–11PM, daily @ Gabriel French Bistro

Balinese BBQ Dinner 350K++/person, 6–10PM, Saturday @ Daily Social Bali

Free selected starters for dinner, 5–11PM @ Stakz Bar & Grill

Travel guides

20 Best Things To Do in Kuta, Lombok – Complete Guide

Are Grab and Gojek Available in Kintamani & Lake Batur

Expat job board

Full Stack Developer – AI Based Market Research Driven Research Platform (Remote)

  • Advanced proficiency in React, React Native, and Node.js for building scalable web and mobile applications.

  • Hands-on experience with AI frameworks such as OpenAI, Hugging Face, TensorFlow, or similar machine learning tools.

  • Graph Database & Neo4j Proficiency – strong understanding of graph data structures, Cypher queries, and performance optimisation for graph databases.

  • Experience in designing and implementing RESTful and GraphQL APIs for seamless data integration.

  • Cloud & DevOps Knowledge – Familiarity with AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure, along with CI/CD pipelines, containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes), and infrastructure automation. 

  • TypeScript proficiency for developing scalable and maintainable applications.

  • Experience with data visualisation tools (e.g., D3.js, Power BI) for analytical insights.

Benefits

  • Remote-friendly with flexible working hours.

  • Competitive salary, stock options, and performance-based bonuses

Guest Relations Officer – Luxury Clifftop Resort (Ungasan)

  • Open for expat candidates.

  • Minimum three years of experience in the hospitality industry, preferably in a luxury resort setting. (Preferably in a Private Members Club)

  • Proven track record of exceeding guest expectations and delivering exceptional service.

  • In-depth knowledge of Indian culture, traditions, and customs.

  • Fluency in English and Hindi, with strong written and verbal communication skills.

  • Warm, friendly, and approachable personality with a genuine passion for guest service.

  • Strong organisational and time management skills.

  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and prioritise tasks.

Benefits

  • Working visa (KITAS). 

  • Housing allowance. 

  • Medical Insurance

Meetups this week

Connect with fellow expats and locals.

Find Your Inner Balance

Sip and Paint: Watercolor Workshop 6.0

See all of the 29 events this week, including:

  • Improv Games & Laughter

  • Level Up Your Money Game: Cashflow Quadrant Night

  • Wander Women Lunch

  • Break Through to 6 Figures (and Beyond)

  • Agile for Entrepreneurs | Practical Tools & Techniques

  • First Fridays Ft. Jude's Birthday

  • Melukat Purification, Balinese Fire Ceremony + Meditation

  • Sip and Paint: Watercolor Workshop 6.0

  • The Women’s Circle Voice - Women’s Day

  • Day Trip: Waterfall and Rice Field Adventure

  • Sunday Boardgame

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