Bali Beach Scam Warning for UK Tourists
UK tourists in Bali are warned of a beach entry fee scam at Dreamland Beach. Officials confirm the beach is free. Learn how to spot and avoid this fraud.
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Bali beach scam: Tourists charged illegal entry fee
Holidaymakers in Bali are being targeted by a scam where locals demand payment to enter a free beach. Authorities are investigating after footage went viral. Read our guide on how to avoid being caught out.
US triples visa bond list, 38 nations face up to $15K fee
The US State Department has nearly tripled the number of countries whose citizens must pay a visa bond of up to $15,000. The new rules, effective 21 January 2026, target 38 nations.
US triples list of nations subject to $15k visa bonds
The Trump administration has expanded its visa bond scheme to 38 countries, requiring travellers to post bonds of up to $15,000. The move makes US visas unaffordable for many.
Bali drug mules fly business class after release
British drug smugglers Lisa Stocker and Jon Collyer check in at business class desk to fly home from Bali after their one-year sentences were slashed. Read the exclusive details.
Bulgaria's First Digital Nomad Visa Opens for Applications
Bulgaria has officially launched its inaugural digital nomad visa, offering a new route for remote professionals. Learn the eligibility criteria, income requirements, and application process.
Senior Dubai executive drowns in Bali scuba diving incident
Nathan John Scott, a 50-year-old senior executive at Dubai's Tristar Group, died while scuba diving in Bali. Witnesses report he suffered a panic attack after removing his regulator. Read the full investigation details.
Australian dies, mother injured in Bali scooter crash
A 33-year-old Australian man has died and a young mother is critically injured after a scooter crash in Bali. The couple had no travel insurance, facing over $50,000 in medical bills.
Life Coach's Quick Trick to Reduce Stress and Improve Sleep
A leading wellness coach shares expert tips to lower stress and encourage better sleep during the hectic festive period. Discover simple breathing techniques and micro-moments of peace.
Life Coach's Quick Trick to Reduce Stress and Improve Sleep
Feeling tense this Christmas? A top wellness coach reveals a simple breathing technique and practical tips to lower stress, encourage sleep, and find calm during the hectic holidays.
British Creator Bonnie Blue Deported, Banned from Indonesia
British adult content creator Bonnie Blue, real name Tia Billinger, has been deported from Bali and barred from Indonesia for a decade. Authorities cited visa violations and cultural sensitivities. Read the full story.
How Your Diet Can Combat December Stress
Feeling overwhelmed this December? Discover the five key foods, from oats to oily fish, that experts say can help regulate your stress hormones and boost resilience. Learn how to eat your way to a calmer Christmas.
12-year sentence for Bali cocaine in chocolate smuggling
An Australian man has been sentenced to 12 years in an Indonesian prison for attempting to smuggle cocaine hidden inside Lindt chocolate wrappers. Read the full details of the case.
Australian gets 12 years for Bali cocaine smuggling
An Australian man has been sentenced to 12 years in an Indonesian prison for smuggling 1.7kg of cocaine into Bali. Read the full details of the court's harsh verdict.
Annie Knight criticises Bonnie Blue's $20 Bali fine
OnlyFans star Annie Knight says former friend Bonnie Blue's minimal penalty for a Bali porn arrest is 'disappointing' and disrespectful, warning it sets a dangerous precedent for travellers. Read the full story.
How to Have a Stress-Free Christmas: 18 Expert Tips
Ditch the festive pressure with writer Ellen Manning's practical guide. From family politics to perfect roasties, learn how to enjoy a calmer, happier Christmas with minimal effort.
Bali Governor Threatens Major Crackdown on Airbnb Rentals
Bali's governor plans a major crackdown on Airbnb, citing tax losses and harm to hotels. This could disrupt travel for over 1.5 million Australian visitors annually. Read the latest on the proposed ban.
Christmas stress peaks at 12:27pm, reveals new survey
New research pinpoints 12:27pm as the peak stress moment on Christmas Day. Discover five expert wellness tips to reclaim your calm and enjoy the festive season.
Bali's SEED Resort: A £26,673 Digital Detox Paradise
A journalist recounts his transformative four-day digital detox at SEED, an exclusive eight-villa resort in Bali, where disconnecting led to profound relaxation and unique luxury experiences. Discover the ultimate escape.
Bali's Dark Side: Expat Reveals 8 Hidden Downsides
A former Bali resident exposes the visa stress, pollution and infrastructure problems rarely shown on social media. Discover why paradise comes with a price.
Aussie tourist accused of stealing cap from Bali driver
An Australian tourist is accused of stealing a driver's cap in Bali, sparking outrage and highlighting ongoing issues with tourist behaviour on the island. Learn more about the incident and Bali's crackdown.
Heartwarming rescue of stray kittens in Bali
A woman's holiday in Bali took an unexpected turn when she found two stray kittens. Discover how she saved them and gave them a forever home. Read her touching story.
Tell Us Your Simple Way to Beat Stress
Feeling overwhelmed? The Guardian wants to hear the one simple thing that always leaves you feeling calm and positive. Share your unique stress-busting tips with us today.
16 Simple Ways to Beat Stress, According to Therapists
Feeling overwhelmed? Discover 16 surprising, expert-backed techniques to manage stress, from shaking like a dog to cold water therapy. Reclaim your calm today.
Bali advances plans to ban private beaches
Bali is set to ban private beaches, ensuring public access for religious ceremonies and social use. New legislation aims to overturn illegal restrictions by developers. Read more.
Bali moves to ban private beaches in tourism crackdown
Bali is implementing new legislation to protect public beach access after hotels and villas blocked locals from religious ceremonies. Governor aims to pass law by end of 2025.
Tourist dies in mass poisoning at Bali hostel after fumigation
A young tourist died and ten others hospitalised in suspected mass poisoning at a Bali hostel previously criticised for bed bugs. Read the shocking details and safety warnings.
British Grandma's 12-Year Bali Death Row Ordeal
Lindsay Sandiford, a British grandmother from Gloucestershire, continues her fight against death sentence in Bali after 12 years for drug trafficking. Her case highlights international legal battles and human rights concerns.
British woman freed from Bali death row returns to UK
A British woman facing execution in Indonesia for drug offences has been freed and flown home to the UK on compassionate grounds, ending her harrowing ordeal on Bali's death row.
British grandmother faces firing squad in Bali drug case
Lindsay Sandiford, the British pensioner sentenced to death in Bali for drug trafficking, makes desperate final appeal as Indonesian authorities prepare executions.
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