By: Tuhin Sarkar Summer once meant escape. Now it means reinvention. Across Italy, Costa Rica, Bali and beyond, a simple Summer Trip is mutating into something far more powerful. It is becoming Vacation to Relocation. It is becoming a bold Permanent Move. Families return home with more than souvenirs. Remote professionals return with spreadsheets, visa forms and estate agents on speed dial. A...

The Bali SunIt has never been easier to travel between Bali and its neighbouring islands. From Bali to Nusa Penida to the Gili Islands and Lombok, island hopping is the best way to max out on the number of destinations explored in just one short vacation.   Bali’s fast boats and ferries have always been reliable. For decades, there have been daily fast boat and ferry services operating out of...

The Bali Sun Construction of a new hospital in Bali’s Sanur is now officially underway. This week, Bali’s Governor Wayan Koster presided over the official groundbreaking ceremony for the new JEC Eye Hospitals and Clinics Bali in the Sanur Special Economic Zone for Medical Tourism.  Sanur is Bali’s original beach resort, and over the last sixty years, it has undergone transformation after...

Discover Bali's best real estate and travel secrets! Find hidden gems, explore properties, and invest wisely with expert advice. Plan your dream retirement or island escape.Editor AXA View my complete profile Saturday, August 9, 2025 Looking for a fun, affordable way to stay active, meet new friends, and enjoy great tennis? Join us for indoor social tennis at Modern...

Discover Bali's best real estate and travel secrets! Find hidden gems, explore properties, and invest wisely with expert advice. Plan your dream retirement or island escape.Editor AXA View my complete profile Thursday, August 7, 2025 This Week's Bali Travel and Real Estate News Don't just visit Bali, experience it! This weekly “Bali Travel & Real Estate News” summary is...

?️ One of the great joys of living in Bali is that every week — sometimes every day — we discover something new and wonderful right on our doorstep. Our latest find? A charming little restaurant Located just after the entrance to the Royal Purnama Hotel only a short 5 Minute stroll from our home at Bali Paradise Beach Estates, Pantai Purnama. The correct name...

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______________________ 3 Incredible Dance And Cultural Festivals Kick Off In Bali Tourism Hotspots It’s the peak travel...

The Bali SunBali has been named as one of the best islands for travel in the world…yet again! For the last 20 years, Bali has been topping the charts as one of the world’s leading travel destinations, and in 2025, the momentum is not slowing down. The prestigious Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards have just been announced, and Bali has won big again.The awards are based on feedback and...

Today, May 11th, here in Bali, Indonesia, the air is thick with the promise of a beautiful day.Tomorrow, across the vast oceans, many will celebrate Mother's Day. Here in Bali, we have our own special day for mothers on December 22nd. But for me, Mother's Day carries a bittersweet weight.It's been over a decade since my dear mother passed away, leaving a void that time can't quite fill. There are...

Author - Shireen Khalil Bali is undoubtedly one of the most popular islands to visit, particularly among Aussies – and in just one year, it’s made a wild amount from tourists It has been one year since Bali introduced a mandatory tourism tax with the levy reportedly making close to a whopping $31 million. The 150,000 IDR ($15) tourist levy came into effect on February 14, 2024 with plans to use the...