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In Bali, as is the case all across Indonesia, coffee is life. Seriously. No matter the time of day or night, the answer to ‘do you want coffee?’ is always YES! While coffee keeps the country on the move, growers and roasters across Bali have been talking to reporters about how the cost of production …

Safety is a top priority for tourists traveling in 2026. Since Bali is in the middle of the peak travel season, security teams have been increasing patrols and surveillance of crime-prone areas across the province. However, some opportunistic thieves have been slipping through the cracks.  Over the weekend, CCTV footage emerged of an international tourist …

Bali’s most famous destinations may sit along the coast, but it’s the island’s hidden jungle eco-stays that have us here at The Bali Sun dreaming up our next island escape. From the hills of Tabanan to the riverine jungles of Ubud to the waterfall oasis of Munduk, Bali’s hidden jungle eco-stays are not to be …

Bali may be best known for its stunning coastlines and beachfront resorts, but in 2026 and beyond, more and more tourists are looking for off-path destinations to retreat and switch off. As Bali’s coastal resorts become busier and busier, here at The Bali Sun, we are looking to the island’s lakesides for a sense of …

Here at The Bali Sun, we know that this island is a winner across all fronts. From incredible scenery to world-class hotels, from exceptional restaurants to totally unique cultural landmarks, Bali really does have it all. Which is why it is so exciting to see the island and its tourism offering win big at the …

Bali is celebrating 100 years of tourism in 2027, and to mark the occasion, the Bali Provincial Government is hosting a series of special events. From cultural shows to community fun runs in iconic locations, celebrating 100 Years of Bali Tourism is going to be real good fun.  Last weekend, Bali hosted the first of …

In 2026 for tourists traveling anywhere in the world, safety is a top priority. Bali, thankfully, is one of the safest travel destinations in the world. That being said, leaders are not resting on their laurels, and with the peak vacation season in full flow here on the island, safety and security efforts will be …

A tragedy has unfolded at Masceti Beach in Keramas, Bali, following a week of extreme waves hitting the island. A 48-year-old local woman has lost her life after being swept out to sea by extreme waves on Wednesday afternoon.  On Monday, 22nd June, the  Denpasar Region III Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BBMKG) issued an …

The global economic situation is a big headache right now…to say the least. For millions of families in Indonesia, the weakening of the Indonesian Rupiah against the US dollar has taken the cost-of-living crisis to the next level. The situation is also known to impact tourist spending, for better and for worse. It has been …

Bali is one of the most unique travel destinations in the world, but it also shares its struggles with the world’s most in-demand tourism hotspots. From Madrid to Bangkok, managing mass tourism to benefit tourists, local people, businesses, and the environment presents many challenges.  Venice is the world’s latest destination to reconsider its tourism policy. …

It is rare for us here at The Bali Sun to report positive news from Bali on waste management. We wish it weren’t the case, we want to be reporting on positive stories all day, every day. Thankfully, this week, there is some good news coming from Bali about waste management that is giving us …

Does anyone remember a time when it was not possible to pay by card for anything in Bali? It was cash or traveler’s cheques only. Oh, how times have changed. Here at The Bali Sun, we are still convinced that cash is king in Bali, but as time moves on, more and more of the …