The Bali Sun

Tourists traveling to Bali and across Indonesia must always be on alert for volcanic eruption alerts. Indonesia sits within the Pacific Ring of Fire, and Bali is home to two active volcanoes, Mount Batur and Mount Agung. This week, seismologists are closely watching Mount Semeru on Bali’s neighbouring island of Java. Mount Semeru can be …

Bali’s Turyapada Tower is set to become one of the island’s biggest attractions. Built originally as a new communications tower for the north, central, and western regions of the island, leaders have been keen to develop Turyapada Tower into a top tourist attraction. The Turyapada Tower is 115m in height and stands at 1,636m above …

Bali is a destination that calls on the cultural curiosity of all who visit. From the ocean temples to the sacred sites located on the slopes of the island’s equally sacred peaks, spirituality is at the core of every element of life in Bali. Over the years, the island’s temples have become the biggest cultural icons. …

What does Bali’s biggest open landfill have to do with tourists? Well, it turns out, quite a lot. Bali’s longstanding issues with waste management are one of the first things tourists comment on if asked about their impressions of problems on the island. With tourists contributing to tax revenue and continually being encouraged to support …

The rainy season is coming to a close in Bali and across Indonesia. While the end of the rain brings a sense of relief in many ways, as the country begins to recover after one of the most intense and destructive rainy seasons in living memory, another threat is just around the corner: drought and …

Wellness is one of the biggest travel trends in 2026. In fact, it’s been a growing phenomenon for nearly a decade, but with demand for wellness travel hitting a fever pitch, destinations around the world are working to welcome wellness-focused travelers in new ways. As ever, Bali is ahead of the game and is attracting …

It has been three years since Bali published its list of Do’s and Don’ts for travelers. The list of acceptable behavior from visitors was hoped to set a new precedent for tourists, admitting a rise in unruly and disrespectful behavior. As the island is expecting to welcome a record-breaking number of tourists in 2026, the …

In the grand scheme of things, Bali is one of the most affordable and accessible travel destinations in the world. That being said, it is a destination that can secretly become expensive very quickly, and we’re not talking about the temptations of exploring Uluwatu’s gorgeous shopping boutiques. From restaurant taxes to destination entry fees, to …

As a tourist hotspot, Bali is incredibly safe. It goes without saying, however, that crime does still occur. From cracking down on scams to tackling serious crime, Bali Police and security agencies work around the clock to keep the island safe for local residents and tourists. Bali Police have confirmed that they are investigating a …

By the end of 2026, Bali will have welcomed more than 7 million international arrivals. While the vast majority of visitors to the province obey the law and honor local culture, there is always a small minority who commit major violations and cause problems to local community members and tarnish the island’s image. Any tourist …

For anyone who has visited Bali before, you will be all too aware of how the island’s sidewalks and pavements are generally in pretty bad condition. From broken paving slabs to gaping holes in the sidewalk, the situation is a cause for concern for both local community members and tourists. The situation has almost become …

Are you planning a vacation in Bali? Do you know about the Bali Tourism Tax Levy? The IDR 150,000 mandatory fee for all international visitors to the island has been in effect for more than two years, yet the vast majority of holidaymakers still do not make the payment. Here at The Bali Sun, we …