Bali has a reputation for being the Ibiza of Asia. Home to incredible nightclubs, beach clubs, and a wealth of musical talent, the party scene on the Island of the Gods is a must for all ravers, clubbers, and dancers. Want to read more? Our Bali Sun Premium Members always get full access to our …
In order to understand where Bali is going, it’s important to know where it’s been. While, yes, the island itself has stayed in pretty much the same spot for millennia, when thinking about tourism, Bali has undergone such a rapid change over the last fifty years it’s important for Bali lovers to sometimes look back …
Indonesia’s Director General of Immigration, Silmy Karim, has announced the launch of a new transitional visa. This new visa will make it easier for foreigners residing in Indonesia long term to transition from one visa to another without having to leave the country. According to the Directorate General of Immigration at the Ministry of Law …
It may only be the end of April but plans are already being put in place for New Year’s Eve celebrations in Bali. One of Bali’s most famous beach clubs, Finns Beach Club in Canggu, is renowned for putting on the biggest and best NYE celebration on the island, and 2024 is set to be …
If you’re dreaming of a Bali beach vacation like you’ve seen on travel vlogs and documentaries from way back when you’ll want to book a stay at Nusa Ceningan. To the uninitiated, looking at a map of Bali Province, Nusa Ceningan appears to be a tiny outlying island that could be ticked off the itinerary …
Bali’s coastline runs for miles. Most tourists only experience a small stretch of the coastline in the south of the island, with resorts like Canggu, Seminyak, and Uluwatu confidently stealing the show when it comes to beach vacations. Want to read more? Our Bali Sun Premium Members always get full access to our best content, …
Hands up if your parents treated you to a Slush Puppy, a Snow Cone, or a sugary, syrupy, icy slushy drink of any kind as a kid. It’s safe to say that there is something playful and properly nostalgic about slushies, and no vacation would be complete without a cheeky slurp. For Bali lovers heading …
There is no doubt about it: Nusa Penida is one of the hottest destinations in Bali right now, perhaps even in Southeast Asia. This tiny island, sitting just off the coast of Bali, is home to 60,000 people who have lived a gentle island life, farming seaweed and honoring the traditional Balinese way of life. …
The island of Bali may be ancient in many ways, but this remote province of Indonesia is often ahead of the curve when it comes to trends. Whether it be for music, fashion, travel, or sport, Bali is pioneering in more ways than one. In one particular sector, Bali is paving the way in Southeast …
The Head of the Bali Tourism Office has denied that the island is experiencing over-tourism. Tjok Bagus Pemayun told reporters that the busy Eid vacation season was a positive sign of growth but that overtourism has not been experienced and won’t be present any time soon. Speaking to reports and reflecting upon a successful Eid …
For heaps of holidaymakers, going on vacation is the perfect opportunity to turn the alarm off or, at the very least, hit the snooze button guilt-free. In Bali’s Seminyak, however, tourists love the early wake-up and there’s one very specific reason why. Sunrises in Bali are around 6 am, and although Seminyak and the Badung …
In the modern day, there are very few opportunities for busy people to take time out for rest and relaxation, let alone indulge in a pilgrimage or extended period of contemplation and reflection. Bali is a destination that offers a world of wellness opportunities and is now a true pilgrimage, too. One of the best …