Author: Marcus Webb

The honest guide to surfing in Bali — every major break, what level is required, best seasons, surf school recommendations and where to base yourself.

Ngurah Rai International Airport: The Basics Ngurah Rai International Airport (IATA: DPS) is Bali’s only commercial airport, located in Tuban, a few kilometres south of Kuta. It’s well-positioned for the southern tourist areas — Kuta and Seminyak are 15–20 minutes away in normal traffic. Canggu is 30–45 minutes. Ubud is 1.5–2 hours depending on conditions….

What Bali’s Climate Actually Means for Your Bag Bali sits near the equator. That means heat and humidity year-round, with a wet season running roughly November through March. Average temperatures hover between 24°C and 33°C regardless of month. The difference between seasons isn’t temperature — it’s whether it rains for 30 minutes every afternoon or…

Quick SummaryBali internet is inconsistent. Good coworking spaces get 50-200Mbps. Many villas top out at 10-20Mbps with frequent drops. Cafes range from excellent to unusable. The solution: always have a Telkomsel SIM with data as a backup hotspot. This guide covers what to actually expect and how to make it work. The question “Is the…

Quick SummaryCanggu has been consumed by its own reputation. On weekends it can feel insufferable. On weekday mornings it remains one of the best places in Southeast Asia to work remotely from a cafe with excellent coffee, rent a scooter and surf, and find genuinely good food at reasonable prices. Know what you’re getting into…

Renting a scooter in Bali is cheap, easy and one of the best ways to get around — but there are real risks most rental companies won’t mention. Here’s what to know before you ride.