Central Government Orders Bali To Clean Up Trash In Top Tourism Destinations

Uluwatu is Bali’s most in-demand destination right now. With more tourists visiting the Bukit Peninsula than ever and development happening at a rapid pace, police in the area are committed to keeping both tourists and residents safe from crime. Bali is one of the safest destinations in the world, which is in part why more …

Bali’s Gianyar Regency is best known for being home to the island’s arts and culture capital, Ubud. What many tourists don’t realise is that Gianyar Regency is home to some of the most impressive black sand beaches in all of Indonesia. Here at The Bali Sun, we have a lot of time for the Gianyar …

This is a big week for religious and cultural festivals. For the world’s Hindus this week has seen the honouring of Mahashivarati, for China and the Chinese diaspora, the 17th February marks the Lunar New Year, and for the world’s muslims the annual month of fasting, Ramadan, starts on the 19th February and will be …

Here at The Bali Sun, one of the topics we cover most frequently is immigration. From tourist visas to immigration task force spot checks at top attractions, through to changing stay permit extension rules, we understand that immigration matters can be confusing and must be taken seriously.  In Indonesia, immigration is a serious matter, and …

Although Bali is in the midst of the low season, the quiet is on pause this week as the Lunar New Year is celebrated across the island. Chinese New Year is a big event in Bali, and the island welcomes tens of thousands of additional tourists who travel to the island to enjoy the festivities. …

No vacation in Bali would be complete without a visit to one of the island’s waterfalls. With Bali’s geography formed in what many call a ‘ridge to reef’, the steep slopes of the island, coupled with the vast network of waterways, mean that there are waterfalls to be discovered in every region across the land! …

Some travel trends come and go, but others stick around for the duration. Here at The Bali Sun, we consider ourselves pretty savvy at spotting emerging travel trends that are here to stay, especially when we look at the influence of global travel trends in Bali and across Indonesia. The rise of the second-city travel trend …

Police in Bali have been increasing nightly patrols in top tourist resort areas to help mitigate potential crimes against tourists. Bali has been named the best destination in the world in 2026, and with more than 7 million international tourists set to visit the island by the end of the year, safety is a top …

Chinese New Year, also known as the Lunar New Year, will be officially celebrated on 17th February 2026. Bali will mark the auspicious occasion with a week of celebrations and events that showcase the island’s incredible culture and the longstanding connection between China and Indonesia.  Over in Nusa Dua, celebrations have already been getting started, …

One of Bali’s oldest and most famous trees has collapsed in central Ubud. Tourists and local community members were left in shock on the afternoon of Sunday, 15th February, as the banyan tree fell in the courtyard of Puri Kantoran, next to Ubud Water Place, destroying temple structures and surrounding buildings.  The 300-year-old banyan tree …

Bali has long been one of the most fashionable travel destinations in the world. The island responds to travel trends with lightning speed and is often the source of international travel inspiration. The rise of the Glowmad trend has seen astronomical growth among Gen Z travellers across Asia; of course, it has found a home …

Bali is one of Southeast Asia’s best destinations for live music and festivals. Whether it’s the world’s biggest artists gracing the stages of the world’s most famous beach clubs, or internationally acclaimed music, yoga, and wellness festivals, there is an event worth flying in for every month of the year. The world-famous Day Zero Festival …