Bali rainy season is near, dreading it or excited?

Every year in Bali, usually somewhere in the months between November and April, the Bali rainy season hits. It is definitely not like clockwork and can fluctuate a

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Tomcats in Bali – The big OUCH behind this little bug!

UPDATE for OCTOBER 2022 – After what seemed to be a lengthy hiatus, tomcats in Bali are back in the news. As the rainy season approaches with sporadic

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Bali cost of living in 2022 will surprise you!

The Bali Manual 2022 Price Guide will provide you with a useful glimpse into the real cost of living in Bali. The Bali cost of living continues to

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3 Great Places to Find a Maid or Housekeeper in Bali

The cost of living in Bali (even with rapid inflation) is still low compared to western countries. You probably don’t need to clean your house by yourself ever

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Uber in Bali? Try Grab and Gojek Instead!

Uber has become a way of life for many people around the world. Those of you visiting Bali might be wondering if it’s available here and if there’s

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6 Great Tips to Help With Your New Life in Bali

‘When in Rome, do as the Romans do’ That is a saying you may have heard. And it’s true, putting forth an effort to fit in in Bali

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Getting Around Bali [A guide to transportation in Bali]

Selamat datang ke Bali! (Or “Welcome to Bali!”)Now that you’re in Bali (or doing some pre-trip planning), you might be wondering just how you should be getting around Bali.

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Getting Health Insurance for Living in Bali

  By far, one of the most common questions I receive about living in Bali has to do with health insurance. It’s a great question too – when

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Is Bali Still a Good Place to Live as an Expat?

Thinking of moving to Bali? Don’t make things hard on yourself. Get The Ultimate Guide for Moving to Bali and learn how to make the move quickly and

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Christmas Day in Bali for Expats

It is the Christmas season again and just like every year, Bali is CROWDED. Hotels are full to capacity, traffic is congested (even more so than usual) yet

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