Does anyone remember the New Year travel chaos in Bali in 2023/4 and 2024/5? Here at The Bali Sun, we remember it like it was yesterday. With congestion so bad that tourists were forced to abandon their taxis and run to the airport just to catch their flight on time, it was the stuff of …

Long before tourism was the most important and influential business sector in Bali, farming ruled the roost. In fact, farming is still the most important business sector in Bali, but as economic trends shift the focus to other areas of development, it’s easy for everyone to overlook the importance of food and farming.  Balinese farmers, …

Tourists in Bali this festive season who are due to make visa extension applications or need to access immigration services must be up to date on office closures. Both Christmas and New Year are public holidays in Indonesia, and as a result, government services close during the joint annual leave period.  Tourists in Bali must …

Tourists visiting Bali’s Sanur this festive season are in with a chance of meeting some of the island’s most endangered species. The Sanur Turtle Village Hatchery is one of the most underrated attractions in Sanur and is doing vital work to support the conservation of this ancient species. The Sanur Village Turtle Hatchery is one …

Bali has welcomed a new beach club onto the scene. The new Atlas Beach House, located in the heart of Canggu, is not your typical Bali beach club. At this new coastal hangout, the vibes are all about rest and rejuvenation over raving from dusk till dawn.  Atlas Beach Club is the biggest beach club …

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 …

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 …

Has anyone else heard the speculation that Bali is quieter than usual at this time of year? Here at The Bali Sun, we’ve been picking up on these rumours and can confirm this rumour could not be further from the truth; in fact, even the Governor of Bali has weighed in on the situation.  This …

One of the most exciting aspects of celebrating Christmas in Bali is experiencing all the different cultural festivities coming together in a truly unique way. Here at The Bali Sun, the Christmas and New Year holidays are among our most favourite times of year, because Balinese people have adopted the spirit of Christmas and make …

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 …

Did you know that Sanur is Bali’s oldest tourism resort? Many folks incorrectly assume the oldest beach resort in Bali is Kuta. While Kuta first catapulted Bali onto the world stage as a tourism destination, tourists have been sunbathing in Sanur since day dot. Sanur is not only Bali’s oldest tourism hotspot but also the island’s …