Bali has a thriving art scene. From galleries displaying priceless cultural artworks from centuries past, through to up-and-coming galleries showcasing work from local and international artists. There is a creative energy that permeates all aspects of daily life here on the island, which is just one of the reasons why more than 7 million international …
Canggu
Here at The Bali Sun, we had hoped to report that major changes are coming into effect to help reduce traffic congestion in Canggu. We’ve been keeping an eye on updates from the Badung Transportation Agency, which, in early June, suggested that major upgrades were on the cards, but news this week says that plans …
Police have been deployed at Canggu’s top tourist beach for the next few days. This week marks Eid al-Adha 1447 Hijri in Indonesia. While Bali is a predominantly Balinese Hindu province, the Islamic holiday is observed as a public holiday nationwide, with millions of families traveling nationwide to celebrate the occasion. North Kuta, which includes …
Tourists going on vacation in Bali are always on the lookout for ways to stay active and nurture their creativity. From silver making to painting, from cloth weaving to perfume making, Bali’s Canggu is a little creative hub in its own right. This month, the island’s hottest vacation resort has welcomed a new creative workshop …
Canggu is arguably the fastest-growing fitness hub in the world. Fitness and wellness scenes like London, Byron Bay, Miami, and even Tulum are growing faster than ever, but it seems to us here at The Bali Sun that Canggu has the competitive edge. It’s hard to remember the days when Canggu was a quiet fishing community whose only …
There are dozens of different destinations to choose from in Bali. This province is so rich and versatile that here at The Bali Sun, we kind of cringe a little when we hear people say they want to visit Bali as if it’s a single, one-dimensional place…we’re like…but where…tell us more! Do you want to visit the Bukit …
Bali’s water taxi initiative has been on the cards for some time, but the major development project looks like it’s about to really get moving. With Bali’s issues with traffic congestion getting increasingly worse, leaders in the province have been seeking novel solutions to help keep both local residents and tourists moving with ease. One …
If you had visited Bali 20 years ago, you would not have even heard of Canggu. Once a small, coastal farming and fishing community, Canggu has expanded into a full-fledged tourism resort in seemingly the blink of an eye. Here at The Bali Sun, we have watched the evolution of Canggu with our own eyes. From …
One of Bali’s most famous beach clubs is going above and beyond to support the people of Bali and the 7 million international tourists who visit the island each year. FINNS Beach Club in Canggu has funded a Search and Rescue Helicopter to support the Bali Search and Rescue teams in their life-saving work. FINNS …
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 …
One of the biggest changes in travel trends we have seen here at The Bali Sun over recent years is the shift towards more health and wellness-focused travel. Gone are the days when a two-week vacation was a total health and routine blowout. These days, tourists and travelers are increasingly health-conscious and want to maintain …
Bali is changing and growing at an unprecedented rate. Almost every month, a new hotel, resort, or lifestyle complex opens or begins construction. Bali’s Canggu is not only the most popular resort on the island but also the fastest-growing, and a new lifestyle centre, including a sizeable shopping mall, is set to be built this …