Getting around & practical
Transport, scooters, SIM cards, money, safety and health.
Bali Belly: How to Avoid It and What to Do If You Get It
Almost everyone who spends time in Bali meets Bali Belly sooner or later. Most cases are over in a day or two; knowing how to dodge it, and when to stop waiting and see a doctor, makes all the difference.
Bali SIM Card or eSIM: Which Is Best for Your Trip?
In Bali your phone is your taxi, your map and often your wallet, so getting connected is the first job after landing. Here is how to choose between a local SIM and an eSIM, and the 90-day rule that catches long-stayers.
Gojek vs Grab vs a Private Driver: How to Get Around Bali
Bali has no real public transport for visitors, so every trip comes down to an app, a taxi or a driver. Here is how to choose, what it costs, and where the apps quietly stop working.
Is Bali Safe? An Honest Guide for 2026
Bali is a gentle, welcoming island, and most visitors leave with nothing worse than a sunburn. The real risks are not where people expect them, and knowing them is what keeps a trip easy.
Money in Bali: Rupiah, ATMs, Money Changers, QRIS and Tipping
Bali runs on rupiah, and a few zeros too many can make anyone nervous. Here is how to get cash safely, dodge the money changer trick, pay with cards and QR codes, and tip without overthinking it.
Should You Rent a Scooter in Bali? Licenses, Fines and Safety
A scooter is the fastest way to feel free in Bali, and the fastest way to end a trip in a hospital. Here is what the law requires, what police actually check, and when you should take a bike taxi instead.