The Bali Sun

Nusa Penida is one of the most fascinating destinations in Bali. Home to iconic landmarks like Kelingking Beach and Manta Bay, Nusa Penida is fast becoming the most in-demand destination in the province. A new discovery by a team of archaeologists has proven that there is more to this island than meets the eye, and …

Bali is ranked as the best travel destination in the world for 2026, by TripAdvisor. Here at The Bali Sun, we agree, though we might be biased. We love this island, its culture, its nature, and the people, and we, of course, recommend that everyone come and visit. We are also realists, and journalists, we …

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 …

Indonesia’s Vice President, Gibran Rakabuming, has issued Bali strict orders to tackle ongoing waste management issues. Following a meeting between the Central Government and the Bali Provincial Government last week, waste management has come under scrutiny again. Sustainability has been one of the biggest focal points Bali has working on for more than a decade. …

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, …