This week marks one of the most spiritually significant moments in Indonesian culture. Not only is Bali observing Nyepi on Thursday, 19th March, but on Saturday, 21st March, Indonesia will be celebrating Eid al-Fitr as a national public holiday too. Here at The Bali Sun, we are already seeing the impact of the festivals on …
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Traffic congestion is part and parcel of visiting Bali, but this week in particular, tourists should be aware that it could get pretty intense. Though Bali will fall still and silent on Thursday for Nyepi, the most important day of the year, the number of travelers will increase significantly in the days before and after, …
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It is the beginning of one of the most exciting weeks of the year in Bali. On Thursday, the island will fall silent to observe Nyepi, the holy day of silence, and on Saturday, the whole of Indonesia will be celebrating Eid al-Fitr. For tourists in Bali this week, this is an opportunity to experience …
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Bali is one of the most culturally generous travel destinations in the world. Not only do tourists get the opportunity to observe and learn about cultural ceremonies and festivals, but in many cases are actively invited to take part. Here at The Bali Sun, we love geeking out on Balinese culture. There is so much to …
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Here at The Bali Sun, we take safety incredibly seriously. As Bali remains one of the most in-demand vacation destinations in the world, safety on the island is a concern for both tourists and the tourism sector. We have good news: in the last week, Bali has felt even safer than usual, based on our …
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One of the things we say most often to friends and family who are visiting Bali for the first time is that the island is bigger than you think. The first visual images of visiting Bali often feel infused with small island vibes, but in actual fact, the main island is a vast 5,590.15 km2. It …
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