Bali’s Ubud may not be the island’s most famous nightlife destination, but the arts and culture capital can give the big party resorts a run for their money. Here at The Bali Sun, we love a night out in Ubud, and this New Year’s Eve, there is so much going on, it’s low-key hard to …
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One of Bali’s most famous rice terrace landscapes is at the centre of a development controversy. The famous Jatiluwih Rice Terraces in Tabanan Regency have seen a sudden, sharp drop in visitors after farmers began protesting against the government’s latest rulings over spatial planning laws. In early December, a series of metal sheets was installed …
Long before tourism was the most important and influential business sector in Bali, farming ruled the roost. In fact, farming is still the most important business sector in Bali, but as economic trends shift the focus to other areas of development, it’s easy for everyone to overlook the importance of food and farming. Balinese farmers, …
Tourists in Bali this festive season who are due to make visa extension applications or need to access immigration services must be up to date on office closures. Both Christmas and New Year are public holidays in Indonesia, and as a result, government services close during the joint annual leave period. Tourists in Bali must …
Tourists visiting Bali’s Sanur this festive season are in with a chance of meeting some of the island’s most endangered species. The Sanur Turtle Village Hatchery is one of the most underrated attractions in Sanur and is doing vital work to support the conservation of this ancient species. The Sanur Village Turtle Hatchery is one …
Bali has welcomed a new beach club onto the scene. The new Atlas Beach House, located in the heart of Canggu, is not your typical Bali beach club. At this new coastal hangout, the vibes are all about rest and rejuvenation over raving from dusk till dawn. Atlas Beach Club is the biggest beach club …
Bali is struggling to cope with increased road traffic. From Denpasar to Gilimanuk, from Uluwatu to Ubud, for tourists visiting Bali, traffic congestion can often feel like an unavoidable reality. It is an issue that leaders are all too aware of and are committed to making right. Back in 2024, the then Minister of Tourism …
One of the most exciting aspects of celebrating Christmas in Bali is experiencing all the different cultural festivities coming together in a truly unique way. Here at The Bali Sun, the Christmas and New Year holidays are among our most favourite times of year, because Balinese people have adopted the spirit of Christmas and make …
A tide of plastic trash has washed up on Bali’s Pantai Jerman. The popular beach, nestled between Kuta and Jimbaran, is typically one of the worst-affected beaches when the annual tides of waste start washing up. Here at The Bali Sun, we will be reporting on these tides of trash as they arrive to help …
It is starting to feel a lot like Christmas in Bali as the island prepares to welcome 1.5 million tourists during the next two weeks. Here at The Bali Sun, we will be bringing you all the news and updates you need to navigate the island smoothly and enjoyably this festive season. Tourists traveling to …
Times are changing in Bali. Once upon a time, it was not possible to pay by card, hardly anywhere. It was only with cash or, if you were visiting somewhere very posh, traveler’s cheques. Times have changed, and while cash is still king in many parts of the island, more digital payment systems are being …
Wildlife and animal tourism have been a hot topic over the last few years. As tourists become more aware of welfare issues in the animal tourism sector, big changes have taken place, including reducing contact with animals and creating activities that give animals more freedom and less contact with visitors. Indonesia is home to the …