I have just finished putting together a resource guide for expats living in Bali. It is a directory of the most common services and businesses that you will likely need while living in Bali. Here is the link. You can download it directly (no email sign up required!) If you have a business that caters […]
As many expats age, they are often confused and worried about getting insurance. Is it still possible to get insurance given their age? What if they have illnesses or health issues already? How does their age affect the options available? In this article, we will be revealing the top seven facts about medical insurance that […]
I understand that this is a blog about Bali, but I thought it was worth giving a heads up to anyone with a business website. I received a warning the other day from Google webmaster tools saying one of my websites was not secure. If you don’t have Google webmaster tools set up on your […]
If you spend any amount of time hanging around with other expats in Bali, it usually doesn’t take long before people start airing their complaints about living in Bali. Pollution, corruption, bureaucracy, traffic and staffing problems are a common topic. I can’t say I am not guilty of this myself, but I always try to […]
Get used to lots of zeros Those visiting Indonesia and first time expats often comment on the vast exchange difference between the native currency – ‘Rupiah’ and their home countries currency. As of the time of writing (January 2017), 1 British pound is equivalent to over 16,000 rupiahs. Apart from feeling like a millionaire briefly […]
There is nothing like a good vacation in a charming destination. A good holiday is refreshing at many levels from the mind to the soul, ultimately, you feel alive. And a vacation in Bali ticks every box for a good vacation. Whatever you are looking for, Bali has it. As one of the most frequented […]
Happy new year to everyone! If you just joined then I want to say thank you for subscribing to my newsletter. The new year always makes people excited about starting out with a fresh slate. People set goals and make resolutions. Sadly, it won’t take long for many people to break their new year resolutions […]
Working in Bali without a working visa is a big no-no where hundreds of foreigners get deported every year. Unfortunately there are times when we could all need a bit of extra cash, whether it is to save for a flight home or pay for an unexpected medical bill. Here are some ideas to make […]
If you read my blog you may have noticed I stick mainly to topics like visas and business. Today I thought I would write about something different which will hopefully be of interest to anyone considering dating or even getting married to someone from Indonesia. 1. Family Family is everything to most Indonesian people. Most […]
Do you remember the Bali based wedding planner that ran off with thousands of dollars of client’s money and left many couples stranded right before their big day? Well it seems that she has finally had her day in court and has been fined and ordered to pay compensation to the affected people. According to […]
