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Cracking the code on the cost of living in different Balinese havens.

Bali Budget: Ranking the cost of living on the island of paradise | Coconuts Coconuts Media is here to crack the code on the cost of living in different Balinese havens.

ATTIKO is more than just food and drinks. It's a vibe.

Berawa's new rooftop playground ATTIKO takes pan-Asian flair to new heights | Coconuts Sunset Hospitality Group has set out to redefine rooftop experiences in Berawa with the launch of ATTIKO, a sleek new lounge blending Asian vibrancy with cosmopolitan coolness.

Police said the victim failed to keep a safe distance from the truck.

Dutch tourist killed in horrific crash with truck in Denpasar | Coconuts A Dutch tourist was killed in a horrific crash with a truck in Bali on Tuesday morning.

A few months ago, the struggling donut vendor gave the influencer free donuts. For Christmas, he gave her the house of her dreams.

Influencer Isaiah Garza gives Balinese donut vendor a house and US$10,000 | Coconuts A Balinese donut vendor was left in tears after an American influencer surprised her with a house and US$10,000.

It is with a mixture of pride, nostalgia, and sadness that we announce that Coconuts will cease publishing on December 31, 2023.

Read more from Founder and Chairman of Coconuts Media, Byron Perry.

GOODBYE, SO LONG, FAREWELL: WE’RE CLOSING COCONUTS | Coconuts It is with a mixture of pride, nostalgia, and sadness that we announce that Coconuts will cease publishing on December 31, 2023. From our humble founding in Bangkok in 2011, we grew the Coconuts audience to millions of unique visitors per month, with dozens of journalists covering eight cities at…

Hopefully no more bumper-to-bumper madness, at least between Ngurah Rai and Seminyak to begin with.

Minister of Transportation pins hope on Bali LRT to solve island’s traffic woes | Coconuts We hope that we can soon forget about inching along in bumper-to-bumper hell on motorbikes, because Budi Karya Sumadi, Indonesia's Minister of Transportation, recently announced what sounds like concrete plans for a Light Rail Transit (LRT) system in Bali.

The women allegedly assaulted the salon staff after claiming that they did not have enough money to pay for their treatment.

2 foreign women arrested in Bali after viral video shows them assaulting salon staff | Coconuts Two foreign women were arrested in Bali on Saturday after a video of them allegedly assaulting salon employees went viral on social media.

Uneven sidewalks, a maze of scooters, and temples with unforgiving steps are some of the many hurdles people with disabilities in Bali have to overcome. Some, like Gerard Niubo, do overcome them in their own way, but a lot has to be done to make the island an inclusive paradise.

Rolling Through Paradise: A Bali adventure on a wheelchair | Coconuts This charismatic Spaniard navigates the world on four wheels, and his recent Balinese escapade wasn't about ticking off tourist traps, but about embracing the island's soul from a unique perspective.

Joining Pandji on stage are Joshua Paled, Kevin Sanchez, and Rashad Bashir, each bringing their own brand of humor honed on the bustling New York comedy circuit.

Pandji Pragiwaksono welcomes NYC Comics for ‘Huge in Indonesia’ stand-up comedy extravaganza in Bali | Coconuts Indonesian comedy giant Pandji Pragiwaksono teams up with three rising stars from New York City's stand-up scene for "Huge in Indonesia" in an event that aims to bring laughter, wit, and a unique cross-cultural comedic experience.

Carr's razor-sharp wit and audacious humor descend upon Jakarta and Bali in January 2024.

Bali, Jakarta brace for the audacious onslaught of Jimmy Carr's ‘Terribly Funny’ Tour | Coconuts The king of darkly hilarious deadpan, Jimmy Carr, is bringing his "Terribly Funny" tour to Indonesia – Bali and Jakarta, to be precise.

The perpetrator has not yet been identified.

Australian tourist killed in Klungkung hit-and-run | Coconuts A 33-year-old Australian tourist, identified by his initials SBW, perished tragically on Tuesday afternoon in a hit-and-run incident on the Persinggahan Highway, near Klungkung's border with Karangasem.

All we want for Christmas is good health.

Bali records 33 new COVID-19 cases ahead of festive season | Coconuts With the Christmas and New Year holidays just around the corner, Bali has recorded 33 new COVID-19 cases in December 2023.

Better to be safe than sorry.

Bali tightens border controls amid reports rising COVID-19 cases in Southeast Asia | Coconuts The Bali Port Health Office has reportedly implemented stricter border controls at three key entry points: Benoa Port, Celuk Bawang, and I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport amid reports of rising numbers of COVID-19 cases in several Southeast Asian countries.

He was on a vacation with his beloved wife.

Elderly Canadian tourist plunges to his death at luxurious Karangasem resort | Coconuts A 70-year-old Canadian tourist, Beauchamp Gaston, tragically died after falling from the third floor of a luxury villa in Karangasem yesterday.

‘Tis the season restaurants in Bali, like Vagabondo, go all out for Christmas.

Petitenget’s Vagabondo hosts "A Xmas Family Affair" dinner party on Christmas Eve | Coconuts This Christmas Eve, Vagabondo, a restaurant specializing in Greek and Mediterranean flavors located on Petitenget Street, is inviting patrons to celebrate the festive season with a special dinner party titled "A Xmas Family Affair."

We hope he gets the help he needs.

Filipino tourist apprehended for aggressive behavior at Ngurah Rai Airport | Coconuts A Filipino national identified by the initials JPP was apprehended and escorted out of the I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport after creating a commotion that disrupted fellow travelers in the early hours of yesterday.

That’s the wrong visa, mate.

Australian couple deported from Bali for misuse of visa, conducting property business | Coconuts An Australian couple was deported from Indonesia after they were caught misusing their tourist visa by conducting a property rental business on the Island of Gods.

In addition to an assortment of international and Japanese culinary delights, the festivities also include live musical performances, a meet-and-greet with Santa himself, and a beachfront countdown party. Happy holidays, everyone!

| Grove: Coconuts Media Brand Studio x Hotel Indigo Bali Seminyak Beach |

Hotel Indigo Bali Seminyak Beach festive culinary calendar includes both family feasts and Japanese fine dining | Coconuts We’re well into December, which means it’s time to start thinking about our upcoming holiday plans. This year, the stylish Hotel Indigo Bali Seminyak Beach is hosting celebrations at their two big restaurants: Makase, your friendly neighborhood Balinese café with a huge open-plan kitchen, and t...

Pilates? More like Pila-YES!

At its core, Canggu’s KOR Pilates is about marvelous mind-body exercises | Coconuts While KOR Pilates was not the first Pilates studio in the Bali (or Canggu, for that matter), it is fast becoming a standout due to the beautiful backdrop of rice fields and the numerous classes available, including mat Pilates, reformer Pilates, and fitness-centric sessions.

In their reaction to the incident, X users said an unlocked door does not justify the robbery.

Singaporean family robbed while sleeping in Canggu villa, management says door was unlocked | Coconuts An extended Singaporean family of 12 were robbed while sleeping in their four-bedroom villa in Canggu on Nov. 30.

One motorbike has been parked there since 2016, accumulating a bill of IDR74 million (US$4,777).

Abandoned: 100 motorbikes deserted for years at Bali airport | Coconuts One hundred motorcycles have reportedly been abandoned in the parking zone of the I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport for years, authorities say, and they are urging the owners to claim their vehicles.

Are you ready to party at the hottest beach festival in Bali? 🔥

We have an amazing giveaway for you and your friends! You could win access to a Cocktail Table for 2 people at the Burning Beach Festival, which includes 2 VIP tickets, 1 bottle of wine or sparkling wine, fruit platter, VIP entrance, and a prime location in the VIP area near the dance floor. 🍾🍇🎶

All you have to do is comment below this post and tag at least 4 friends who you want to party with. Don’t forget to tell us which date of the festival, December 22 or 23, you prefer to attend.

The winner will be announced on December 15, so hurry up and enter now!

Don’t miss this chance to experience the ultimate beach party with world-class DJs amid a spectacular view.

Which Motel Mexicola do you fancy for Dec. 31?

Motel Mexicola Announces Acapulco Fest in Seminyak and New Year's Eve Bash in Canggu | Coconuts Motel Mexicola’s Seminyak establishment is set to host its Acapulco Fest - a celebration inspired by the Mexican resort town of Acapulco, while the club’s Canggu venue (launched earlier this year) will host its inaugural New Year's Eve bash.

In honor of World AIDS Day, check out our interview with Ketut Rediten (AKA Bu Desi) an inspiring woman who has helped countless HIV+ patients in Bali find hope and comfort.

Meet Ketut Rediten - a Balinese homemaker who transformed her despair over an HIV diagnosis into dedication to helping others | Coconuts In honor of World AIDS Day, an inspiring interview with a woman who has helped countless HIV+ patients in Bali find hope and comfort

What’s that, Luv? You’d be foolish if you miss this one.

Grammy Award-winning Ashanti set to put on a show in Uluwatu (Jan. 16) | Coconuts American singer Ashanti Shequoiya Douglas (better known as Ashanti) is scheduled to hit the stage at the Ulu Cliffhouse in Uluwatu on Jan. 16, 2024, bringing her hits such as What’s Luv?, Foolish, and Only You.

Not the first time the endangered species was found washed ashore on Pekutatan Beach.

Stranded whale shark escapes grim fate after getting pushed back into the ocean | Coconuts A whale shark that was found washed ashore on Pekutatan Beach in Yeh Kuning, Jembrana earlier this week reportedly survived after several locals and foreigners successfully pushed the endangered species back into the ocean.

When in Milano, do as the Milanese do.

Milano Restaurant and Bar does thin-crust pizzas and negroni the way Italians do | Coconuts With their captivating negroni collection and artisanal thin-crust pizzas, Milano attempts to offer a genuine taste of Italy on the Island of Gods.

🔥 Are you ready to party at the hottest beach festival in Bali? 🔥

We have an amazing giveaway for you and your friends! You could win access to a Cocktail Table for 2 people at the Burning Beach Festival, which includes 2 VIP tickets, 1 bottle of wine or sparkling wine, fruit platter, VIP entrance, and a prime location in the VIP area near the dance floor. 🍾🍇🎶

All you have to do is comment below this post and tag at least 4 friends who you want to party with. Don’t forget to tell us which date of the festival, December 22 or 23, you prefer to attend.

The winner will be announced on December 15, so hurry up and enter now!

Don’t miss this chance to experience the ultimate beach party with world-class DJs amid a spectacular view.

The attack on the HQ came after Satpol PP rounded up 33 alleged s*x workers in Danau Tempe.

Denpasar Satpol PP HQ attacked following Danau Tempe red-light district crackdown | Coconuts A sudden and violent attack on the Denpasar Public Order Agency (Satpol PP) office situated on Kecubung I Street occurred in the early hours of Sunday morning. The attack reportedly took place after the Satpol PP apprehended 33 alleged s*x workers from the Danau Tempe red-light district.

Come on, vogue. Let your body move to the music.

DA MARIA X PNNY to host Vogue #4 featuring Norway’s ‘space-disco’ specialist Prins Thomas | Coconuts DA MARIA and PNNY have announced their much-anticipated Vogue #4 event slated for this December with music, camaraderie, and the signature PNNY vibe. This annual extravaganza is set to captivate partygoers once again, marking it as a highlight on the seasonal entertainment calendar.