Bali’s Sanur may be the oldest vacation resort on the island, but it is also on track to be the most modern, efficient, and clean resort on the island, too. Sanur has long been the destination of choice for young families, couples, and even solo travelers looking for a quiet retreat. As Sanur takes an …
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Travel in Bali in 2026 is dramatically different from travel in Bali in the decades to come. The top destinations, however, have pretty much remained the same. Offering tourists a warm welcome, memorable experiences, and a glimpse into the island’s incredible culture, these three top destinations are unmissable for first-time tourists. Here at The Bali …
Chinese New Year is a big deal in Bali. Did you know that? Here at The Bali Sun, we love nothing more than celebrating cultural festivals and holidays, and the upcoming Luna New Year celebrations in Bali are set to be nothing shy of wonderful. Whether you have a personal connection to the Chinese New …
Anyone who has been in Sanur over the last month will have noticed things looking and feeling a little different…a little clearer and fresher. This is because local leaders have been following through on commitments to keep the area operating as efficiently as possible for both local communities and tourists. One of the biggest ways …
Did you know that the arrivals process for Bali has changed in September 2025? Here at The Bali Sun, we are here to give our readers the latest immigration and travel information so that tourists and travellers can enjoy a safe and comfortable trip to Bali. It has come to our attention that some of …
Did you know that February is Balinese Language Month in Bali? Every year, the province hosts a month-long campaign to promote the Balinese language. Over the next few weeks, tourists in Bali will see the campaign appear across top destinations and will be encouraged to join in if it feels good to them. One of …
It is an all-hands-on-deck situation down at Kuta Beach right now. With tides upon tides of plastic waste and ocean debris landing on the shoreline, it is clear that drastic action needs to be taken. The issue has caught the attention of Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, and Bali Governor Koster has just launched a dedicated …
Tourists traveling to Bali’s Kintamani region in the last couple of weeks may have noticed something a little less than ideal about the iconic travel destination. Kintamani is currently dealing with a fly infestation that both locals and tourists want brought under control as quickly as possible. Kintamani is one of Bali’s fastest-growing travel destinations. …
Traffic congestion and road safety are two of the hottest topics in Bali right now. That, along with construction and tourism development, is a story for another day. Here at The Bali Sun, our job is to bring you the latest news from the island, and this week, there is a lot going on on …
Here at The Bali Sun we like to tell it to our readers straight. While the island is easily one of the most beautiful and impressive destinations on earth, it is also struggling to resolve a series of infrastructural issues that have long been impacting both local communities and tourists. Leaders in Bali are now …
Bali is Indonesia’s flagship tourism destination. Travel and tourism leaders in Indonesia are looking to ensure that the province continues to grow as a globally acclaimed tourism destination and also evolves into a travel hub that connects West Nusa Tenggara and East Nusa Tenggara. As an archipelago nation, Indonesia offers tourists a rich and diverse …
Bali may be one of the world’s safest major tourism destinations, but that doesn’t stop the Bali Police from taking preventive measures to ensure everyone’s security. Here at The Bali Sun, we keep a track of where police are patrolling so that tourists always know where to find support on a night out. Bali’s nightlife …