Indonesian Immigration is cracking down on foreigners working illegally in the country. With provinces like Bali welcoming the highest number of foreigners every year, Immigration officials hone in with a sharp focus on these areas. This month, Immigration has a specific focus on foreigners who are exploiting the so-called grey area of ‘unpaid activity’ where …
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As Bali welcomes in the 2026 peak season, here at The Bali Sun, we are bracing for traffic chaos! Returning holidaymakers to Bali will be preparing for sun, sea, sand, and pockets of gridlock. Hope is at hand; however, new sea taxi services are set to launch soon. Bali has been discussing the introduction of …
Sanur is Bali’s oldest tourism resort. While many think that the island’s OG beach destination is Kuta, here at The Bali Sun, we can assure you that Sanur is the original vacation hotspot in Bali. Oldest it may be, but Sanur is also the freshest and most innovative resort on the island, too. Sanur is …
Here at The Bali Sun, we are big advocates for North Bali as a travel destination. This part of the island really has it all. Incredible jungles home to pristine waterfalls, exceptional beaches, gorgeous accommodation, authentic cultural experiences…no crowds…need we go on? While noteworthy North Bali charms can be found on land, it’s fair to …
How is it the end of May already? Here at The Bali Sun, we’ve been chatting about how 2026 is flying by! It feels like we were only just covering the news for the New Year and then Nyepi…and now the peak season is upon us. Bali’s peak season is typically June through to mid-September, …
While planning all the details of a dream itinerary may feel like the most important part of a trip to Bali, in reality, it’s a little duller… but all the more serious. Immigration is a big deal for tourists traveling to Bali or anywhere in Indonesia, and this week Indonesia’s Immigration has issued important updates …
Bali’s Governor Wayan Koster has written an open letter to foreign tourists visiting the province. In the letter and accompanying video message, Governor Koster has thanked tourists for paying the Bali Tourism Tax Levy and called for more cooperation with the policy. The update comes as Bali enters the peak travel season, when upwards of …
The Nusa Dua is one of Bali’s most popular vacation resorts. Known for its luxury hotels and pristine shorelines, The Nusa Dua is one of the most established and highly regarded resorts in all of Southeast Asia. Ever working to push the boundaries of what is possible, the Nusa Dua has confirmed that they have …
Tourists heading to Bali can add a new landmark to their itinerary. The Turyapada Tower, in the Bedugul Highlands, was built as a telecommunications tower, but leaders in Bali are working to establish the essential infrastructure as a tourism destination in its own right, including the installation of a cable car ride. Turyapada Tower has …
Barcelona and Bali may be two very different destinations in terms of culture, climate, and continent, but these two tourism hotspots can certainly compare notes. Barcelona hit international headlines over the last few years as local residents protested against the impacts of overtourism, an issue that Bali has been skirting around for some time. Many …
Bali may be the number one travel destination in the world in 2026 according to TripAdvisor, but the island is hitting headlines increasingly regularly for good and bad reasons. Bali’s issues with traffic and trash are becoming increasingly concerning for both local residents and tourists, and have holidaymakers asking, ” Will these problems impact my …
Bingin Beach is one of Bali’s most beloved coastal hotspots. For decades, Bingin Beach welcomed surfers, backpackers, and holidaymakers, and the cliffside was home to some of Bali’s most well-known beach bars and eateries. All that changed in July 2025 when the Bali Provincial Government issued demolition orders to more than 40 buildings at Binign …