It is rare for us here at The Bali Sun to report positive news from Bali on waste management. We wish it weren’t the case, we want to be reporting on positive stories all day, every day. Thankfully, this week, there is some good news coming from Bali about waste management that is giving us …
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Does anyone remember a time when it was not possible to pay by card for anything in Bali? It was cash or traveler’s cheques only. Oh, how times have changed. Here at The Bali Sun, we are still convinced that cash is king in Bali, but as time moves on, more and more of the …
Creativity is at the very heart of Balinese culture. From paintings to woodwork, stone carvings to dance, creativity can be found in every inch of this island. The arrival of tourism more than one hundred years ago meant that creativity itself evolved into innovation and entrepreneurialism in new ways. The Bali of today is home …
The Bukit Peninsula is one of the most impressive regions in Bali. With white limestone-backed cliffs, clear blue water, and vast stretches of white sand, this dramatic stretch of coastline has quickly become one of the most in-demand areas in Bali for tourists and investors. The Bukit Peninsula is also known as the Jewel of …
Indonesia’s national tourism board, Wonderful Indonesia, is one of the best places to find inspiration and ideas for exploring the Indonesian archipelago. Of course, if you’re looking for information, you come directly to us here at The Bali Sun! We’re only half joking, but Wonderful Indonesia has just updated its guidelines for Bali Culture 101, …
June and July 2026 might just be the most creatively inspiring months to be in Bali this year. From the Bali Arts Festival to Galungan and Kuningan, through to the Bali FOTO Festival and the opening of a new gallery and community arts hub in Canggu, Bali really is the place to be. With just …
Rising fuel prices have been the biggest topic of conversation in Bali’s tourism sector over the last few weeks. It’s been a tough moment for many tourism businesses, what with the weakening of the rupiah against the US dollar and the end of fuel subsidies. The concern for tourists is that the cost of visiting …
It has been a busy week in Bali. We’ve celebrated Galungan Day, the long school holidays are kicking off, art exhibitions have opened, new sports venues have launched, and the economy has been more up and down to say the least. Here at The Bali Sun, we keep a close eye on everything, and we …
Sports are life in Bali right now! Doesn’t it feel like that to you? Here at The Bali Sun, we are loving seeing the world of sports, wellness, community, and tourism come together to build new connections, improve health, and really just celebrate life. Here at The Bali Sun, we’ve just been talking about how …
The weakening of the Indonesian Rupiah against the US dollar over the last few weeks has brought both benefits and challenges for both Bali tourists and the travel sector. Local industry leaders have been coming together to develop solutions that benefit everyone in a rapidly evolving economic landscape. Speaking to reporters, Putu Winastra, Chairman of …
Today is one of the most beautiful days of the year to be in Bali. Wednesday 17th June 2026 is Galungan Day in Bali, and it only happens every 210 days. The year 2026 is extra special because Galungan and Kuningan will be observed only once. Galungan and Kuningan are Balinese Hindu celebrations of the …
Bali is low-key a sporty place nowadays. From run clubs to padel, from yoga to surfing, and from soccer to open-water swimming, if you want to get fit, stay fit, and play, Bali is the place to be. All this demand for sports has naturally led to massive investment in sports facilities in top tourism …