Here at The Bali Sun, we are constantly tracking travel trends to share all of the juicy details with our readers. As we settle into 2026, we are already seeing this year’s travel trends come into their own. In 2026, cruise travel in Bali is going to be a big deal. The Indonesian State-Owned Enterprise, …
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With the Christmas countdown officially started, leaders in Bali are preparing to welcome festive holidaymakers. Over the festive season, Bali typically welcomes more than one million visitors, and Bali Police, along with supporting agencies, work around the clock to keep everyone safe and in flow. This year, the Christmas and New Year policing operation in …
Thinking about starting a whole new life in Indonesia? For some foreigners, the dream of living in Indonesia is only complete once citizenship is achieved. Although Indonesia has just made it easier for those with strong ties to the country to reside long term, the government has also just made obtaining citizenship even harder. Most …
Indonesia has just launched a game-changing new immigration checkpoint system. The Indonesian Immigration is working to roll out its All Indonesia immigration protocol, which is set to bring huge benefits to both international and domestic travellers. Elements of the new All Indonesia program are already affecting Bali tourists. Indonesia Immigration has just launched its new …
Bali is seeking to ensure that only culturally respectful and legally obliging foreigners visit and do business in the province. While criminally minded and disrespectful foreigners make up a tiny percentage of the millions of international arrivals in Bali each year, the government wants to do more to ensure order is maintained. Bali Governor Wayan …
Tourists travelling to Bali’s Nusa Penida are being urged to be extra mindful of their belongings. The update comes after Nusa Penida Police have confirmed that they are investigating four cases of theft reported on the island in the last month. Nusa Penida is considered one of the safest and most relaxed areas of Bali, …
Bali is on a mission to build more connections with cities and countries around the world. This week, the Governor of Bali, Wayan Koster, met with the Bulgarian Government to discuss how the two regions can collaborate on building more sustainable tourism and education initiatives. This week, Bali Governor Wayan Koster received a visit from …
Police teams in Bali’s Canggu have been conducting nighttime patrols of the area to enhance safety for tourists. Canggu is one of Bali’s leading tourism hotspots, and while millions of visitors have a safe and enjoyable time in the resort every year, crime is always a huge concern. North Kuta Police, who oversee Canggu, have …
Tourists in Bali’s Canggu are reminded that Immigration Task Force Officers will be conducting regular spot checks in the area. Officers have been deployed across Bali’s top tourism resorts, including Canggu, Seminyak, Legian, and Ubud, to ensure tourists do not violate their visa conditions or engage in criminal activity. Canggu is one of Bali’s busiest …
Despite being one of Bali’s biggest development projects, the Kerthi Bali Semesta Park Project, also referred to locally as Disneylandnya, has not hit headlines since 2023. As the local government settles fully into this new term in office, all eyes are firmly set back on major development initiatives. Bali’s Jembrana Regency is one of the …
Tourists staying in Bali’s Ubud have been subject to spot checks from Immigration Officers and local community organizers. Immigration teams from the Denpasar Immigration Office conducted spot checks in central Ubud as well as villages around the popular tourism hotspot. Denpasar Immigration has shared video footage of teams conducting spot checks on tourists and foreigners …
Bali’s rainy season is upon us. As the island experienced its worst flooding in more than 70 years in September, leaders, government agencies, and communities are working together to mitigate risks. However, tourists are already questioning whether their upcoming vacations will be impacted by the rainy season. The short answer to the question ‘Will my …