A local's recommended things to do in Sanur Wondering what to do in Sanur? From sunrise beach walks to local food market, these are activities and attractions I always recommend to Sanur visitors. I’ve lived in Sanur for 20+ years, and the truth is, this isn’t the place to be if you’re looking for fancy restaurants, glamorous boutiques or buzzing nightlife. And honestly, that’s how us Sanur...

A pre-festival press and public gathering to welcome the 19th edition of BALINALE – Bali Film Festival was held at the Bali Beach Garden Terrace of The Meru Sanur on Thursday, 20 April 2026. On hand at the event was a broad sampling of “Sanurians” together with the Secretary of the City of Denpasar, I Gusti Ngurah Eddy Mulya, accompanied by the Head of Tourism and the Creative...

Facebook Friends. I thought I would share with you our First 3rd 2026 report to our Bali Luxury Villa Owners. Date: May 3, 2026 To: Our Valued Villa Owners From: Lawrence B., PT B.A.L.I. Dear Owners, I have finally found a moment between business and family commitments to sit down and share a comprehensive update on the first four months of 2026. It has been a dynamic start to the...

Indonesia has identified three key areas for tourism in 2026: gastronomy, maritime, and wellness tourism. Across these three themes, Bali offers so much to tourists, from incredible spas to once-in-a-lifetime underwater encounters to multi-award-winning restaurants. As Bali celebrated the Food, Hotel and Tourism Bali (FHTB) Exhibition this week, leaders are now set to work on new ways to...

The conflict in the Middle East has set the travel sector on high alert. With the risk of a global jet fuel crisis just weeks away, leaders around the world are starting to put mitigation measures in place. The Indonesian government has been among the first to implement a mitigation strategy, and it could just benefit Bali tourists.  The Indonesian Government has implemented a new policy...

Bali is working to pioneer sustainable tourism as standard. The island’s traditional philosophy of Tri Hita Karana, the harmony between people, planet, and the spiritual realms, still governs many aspects of day-to-day life. As tourism continues to grow, leaders are seeking new ways to manage the sector that benefit local businesses, communities, and the land.  This week, the Denpasar...

Nusa Dua is one of Bali’s most established and luxurious tourism resorts. Formally managed as the ITDC The Nusa Dua, the resort complex area also includes the stunning Peninsula Esland and iconic Water Blow. It is in this pocket of Nusa Dua where some major investments are being made to level up the experience for all visitors.  Tourists heading over to The Nusa Dua’s Peninsula Island...

Don’t just visit Bali, experience it! This weekly “Bali Travel & Real Estate News” summary is your key to unlocking a richer, more informed journey. Tune in each week and discover how to make the most of your time in paradise. This Weeks Bali News Demand For Vacations In Bali’s Sanur Soars As Tourists Enjoy Resort’s Massive Upgrades  Sanur is the place to be...

Bali’s beaches are the island’s most in-demand tourist destinations. It’s easy to see why. Not only is Bali the number one tourist destination in the world for 2026, as named by TripAdvisor, but the island’s beaches are consistently named amongst the best in the world, too. Tourists visiting Bali for the first time can easily be swept up in the allure of the island’s coastal areas, but the...

Public transport, or the lack thereof, has been an issue in Bali for decades. Not only does the lack of a reliable and expansive public transportation network impact local communities, but it also limits tourists’ access to the island. Sanur, Bali’s oldest tourism resort, has recently introduced a shuttle bus service that is proving to be a game-changer. The question now is whether the model can be...