Bali is ranked as the best travel destination in the world for 2026, by TripAdvisor. Here at The Bali Sun, we agree, though we might be biased. We love this island, its culture, its nature, and the people, and we, of course, recommend that everyone come and visit. We are also realists, and journalists, we …
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Indonesia’s Vice President, Gibran Rakabuming, has issued Bali strict orders to tackle ongoing waste management issues. Following a meeting between the Central Government and the Bali Provincial Government last week, waste management has come under scrutiny again. Sustainability has been one of the biggest focal points Bali has working on for more than a decade. …
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Bali’s Gianyar Regency is best known for being home to the island’s arts and culture capital, Ubud. What many tourists don’t realise is that Gianyar Regency is home to some of the most impressive black sand beaches in all of Indonesia. Here at The Bali Sun, we have a lot of time for the Gianyar …
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This is a big week for religious and cultural festivals. For the world’s Hindus this week has seen the honouring of Mahashivarati, for China and the Chinese diaspora, the 17th February marks the Lunar New Year, and for the world’s muslims the annual month of fasting, Ramadan, starts on the 19th February and will be …
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Here at The Bali Sun, one of the topics we cover most frequently is immigration. From tourist visas to immigration task force spot checks at top attractions, through to changing stay permit extension rules, we understand that immigration matters can be confusing and must be taken seriously.  In Indonesia, immigration is a serious matter, and …
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Although Bali is in the midst of the low season, the quiet is on pause this week as the Lunar New Year is celebrated across the island. Chinese New Year is a big event in Bali, and the island welcomes tens of thousands of additional tourists who travel to the island to enjoy the festivities. …
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