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As a 29 year resident, news publisher, realtor, developer and hotel, villa manager in Bali, I believe that the most significant regulatory "cleanup" the island has seen in decades will be enacted tomorrow. The law itself is very real and targets the "grey market" of unlicensed rentals. The legal deadline is March 31, 2026. Starting April 1, 2026, the digital "gatekeeper" system goes...

Bali’s most sacred volcano will be closed to the public for the next month. Mount Agung, which is Bali’s tallest and most spiritually significant peak, will be closed for cleaning ceremonies; this means that all tourist visits and hikes will be prohibited. Here at The Bali Sun, we keep our readers up to speed with the latest news on the island and upcoming events that may impact travel...

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 Bali Airport announces 24-hour operational suspension during Nyepi   I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport in Bali has...

DENPASAR, Bali – Bali immigration authorities have waived overstay fines for dozens of foreign nationals stranded on the island due to ongoing disruptions to international flights linked to thonflict in the Middle East. The Bali Regional Office of the Directorate General of Immigration granted exemptions to 35 foreigners who overstayed their visas after flight routes to several destinations were...

 Hi, this is Captain Lawrence, the editor of Bali Travel & Real Estate News. Since 2002, I’ve been bringing you the specific, "on-the-ground" information you need to navigate life on this beautiful island. Today, I’m helping you prepare for a truly extraordinary convergence of cultures.  In just 11 days, on Thursday, March 19th, we will...

The Bali Sun With a wave of flight cancellations and travel disruptions impacting Bali travel, tourism leaders around the island are starting to report on the knock-on impact to their businesses. As flight cancellations are starting to trigger hotel cancellations, certain parts of Bali are already starting to feel less crowded.  North Bali is a region of the island that is typically less...

The Bali Sun Tourists traveling to Bali will invariably need a taxi or private driver. The taxi and transportation sector in Bali has faced a series of issues over the last ten years. With the widespread adoption of online taxi apps like Grab and GoJek, many local taxi drivers have felt pushed out of the market, creating issues for both drivers and tourists.  Right before the...

The Bali SunBali Airport is Indonesia’s second busiest airport. The airport sees millions of passengers every year across both the domestic and international terminals. As international airports go, Bali Airport is consistently ranked amongst the best in Asia. From VIP Lounges to food and dining, the commitment from InJourney to make Bali Airport a world-class travel hub is starting to pay...

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 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...