Bali’s biggest open landfill was set to close for good on the 23rd December. However, this long-anticipated closure is now experiencing more obstacles. Following the grant of an extension on the closure date, demonstrations have been held in Denpasar as waste collection teams have become vocal about their concerns over sustainable solutions for waste disposal …
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Bali is struggling to cope with increased road traffic. From Denpasar to Gilimanuk, from Uluwatu to Ubud, for tourists visiting Bali, traffic congestion can often feel like an unavoidable reality. It is an issue that leaders are all too aware of and are committed to making right. Back in 2024, the then Minister of Tourism …
A tide of plastic trash has washed up on Bali’s Pantai Jerman. The popular beach, nestled between Kuta and Jimbaran, is typically one of the worst-affected beaches when the annual tides of waste start washing up. Here at The Bali Sun, we will be reporting on these tides of trash as they arrive to help …
It is starting to feel a lot like Christmas in Bali as the island prepares to welcome 1.5 million tourists during the next two weeks. Here at The Bali Sun, we will be bringing you all the news and updates you need to navigate the island smoothly and enjoyably this festive season. Tourists traveling to …
A major road in one of Bali’s busiest tourism hotspots has collapsed due to heavy rainfall and flooding. Tourists traveling to Ubud are being warned that since the road is not fully closed, traffic in the area will be increasingly bad. Ubud is one of Bali’s busiest tourism resorts. With Christmas just days away, the …
With just days to go until Christmas, Bali is already starting to feel busier. Here at The Bali Sun, we can see that the festive spirit has definitely arrived on the island. For the next two weeks, government agencies will be working around the clock to keep the island flowing as it should. All of …
It is that time of year again. Sadly, the rainy season in Bali not only brings the risk of major flooding but also tides of plastic trash. The issue seems to be getting worse each year, and though the island has already seen several waves of tidal trash this year, on Thursday morning, the first …
It’s official: Bali’s Suwung TPA will close for the final time on 23rd December 2025. Despite a series of proposed closures over the last five years, this time the Bali Provincial Government is committed to ensuring that Bali’s biggest open landfill stays closed for good. This time around, the closure notices for Suwung TPA, which …
Bali Airport has seen a series of delays and diversions as the province grapples with the impacts of Cyclone Seed 93S. On Sunday, 14th December, dozens of flights were impacted by extreme weather, and with more alerts expected throughout the rainy seasons, tourists have to come to terms with the potential risks of travel. In …
Have you visited Bali’s Jatiliwuh Rice Terraces in the last week? You may have noticed something a little different about the UNESCO World Heritage Site. This is because farmers and landowners have been protesting against the government’s orders to demolish buildings while simultaneously creating new legislation that could allow new structures to be built all …
Tourists traveling to Bali’s Kintamani are being urged to prioritise safety as landslides, fallen trees, and road collapses have caused havoc in the area. Weather warnings are also in place for part of Klungkung Regency and Karangasem Regency, where major flooding events are taking place. Here at The Bali Sun, we are dedicated to bringing …
The rainy season in Bali this year is no joke. In September, the province saw the worst floods in over 70 years, and with this festive season set to be busier than ever, leaders are calling on tourism businesses to prepare. Accommodation providers in Bali are being encouraged to create indoor activity programs for their …