While international travel is beginning to stabilise following the escalation of conflict in the Middle East, tourists in Bali are still advised to stay alert for last-minute flight changes. Bali’s I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport was one of the many transport hubs affected by airspace closures in the UAE and Qatar. As a result …
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Bali Governor Wayan Koster has announced that he is pushing for a new regulation that will crack down on illegal money changers in Bali’s most popular tourist resorts. Bali is considered one of the safest travel destinations in the world, but scams are reportedly the biggest cause of concern for travelers. The issue with fraudulent …
In light of the conflict in the Middle East, there are pockets of Bali that are feeling a little quieter than usual, even for this low season period. Although flight services have mostly resumed, the knock-on effect of last week’s major travel disruptions is starting to be felt in Bali. Ubud is one of the …
Bali is Indonesia’s only majority Hindu province. As a country, Indonesia is a predominantly Muslim nation, and as such, Eid al-Fitr is the biggest religious festival of the year. This year, Eid al-Fitr will be observed in Indonesia on the 21st March, and millions of people will be moving throughout the country to spend time …
Bali’s issues with waste management feel never-ending. The effect of the poor waste management infrastructure is having a negative impact on local communities, tourists, and the environment. While leaders have vowed, for years, that swift and serious action would be taken, the situation never seems to be fully resolved. One of the biggest controversies in …
This year, Bali will observe Nyepi Day on the 19th March 2026. As the island will fall silent for 24 hours on the most sacred day of the year, tourists must be aware that travel and access to attractions will be affected during the festival period. Tourists traveling to Bali over Nyepi must be prepared …
The countdown to Nyepi is on! The most sacred day of the year in Bali will be observed on the 19th March, and tourists need to start making their Nyepi plans now. For those not in the know, on Nyepi Day, everyone in Bali must stay home or in their accommodation. The island falls silent …
Lake Batur is one of the most ecologically important landmarks in Bali; it also holds huge cultural and spiritual significance and is seeing a surge in interest from both domestic and international tourists. As more attention is falling on the lake, local leaders have committed to keeping it cleaner and in better condition. The Bangli …
The most sacred day in the Balinese calendar is about to take place. Nyepi Day, also known as the Balinese Day of Silence will take place on the 19th March 2026. This year Nyepi Day will be observed a few days before Eid al-Fitr, which typically sees the movement of millions of people all across …
It may feel like this rainy season in Bali is never-ending, but for those who are already counting down the days until dry season begins, you may need to be careful what you wish for. Though the rainy season is far from over, forecasters are already predicting that the upcoming dry season could bring on …
Bali Airport has confirmed that normal flight service has resumed after a week of global travel chaos due to the conflict in the Middle East. In Bali, thousands of passengers were impacted by flight cancellations and delays, though globally millions of travellers were impacted, with some still trying to find their way back home. One …
Anyone who has been following the news in Bali over the last year or so will already be familiar with the Nusa Penida Glass Elevator Project. For those new to the story, we here at The Bali Sun can get you up to speed. In short, one of the most controversial tourism development projects in …