What happens
When ash drifts toward flight paths, authorities may close DPS or airlines may suspend flights. Closures are often short but can strand travelers.
Insurance
Many policies cover natural-disaster delays and cancellations — again, only if bought before the eruption or ash advisory was public.
Plan B
Keep a flexible night at the start and end of your trip, and know ferry options to Lombok or Java.
Help
U.S. citizens can contact the U.S. Consular Agency in Bali — find details in our embassy finder.
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Plans that cover strikes, storms and delays.
General information only — coverage varies by plan and state/country. Always read the policy wording before you buy.
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