The Bali Sun

In 2026, it is more important than ever that the travel and tourism sector takes sustainability seriously. In Bali, this has been a top priority for decades, which is why the island is home to an incredible selection of eco-stays, innovative bamboo buildings, and regenerative tourism initiatives. Here at The Bali Sun, we think these …

It is festival season in Bali. From beach clubs to cultural events, this is the busiest time of year on the island, and we here at The Bali Sun are loving it! Regular readers of The Bali Sun, we know how much we love North Bali, specifically Lovina. This weekend you are going to want …

One day, and hopefully one day soon, we here at The Bali Sun will never need to report on traffic news ever again. But until that day, we’re going to keep showing up and reporting on the biggest issues facing Bali right now, and for both residents and tourists, one of the biggest issues is …

Bali Immigration is upping the ante once again and is cracking down on foreigners working on incorrect visas. While this is not something most tourists need to be concerned about, with more and more people running content creation side hustles and even working while on vacation, it’s important that everyone is up to speed with …

It is the height of the travel season here in Bali, and with thousands more people exploring the island, safety and security are a top priority. Over the last couple of weeks, increased reports have been coming in about crimes against tourists, and here at The Bali Sun, we keep our finger on the pulse …

With so much to see and do in Bali, it is easy to get caught in the trap of creating a jam-packed travel itinerary that leaves you feeling more tired at the end of your vacation than you felt flying into Denpasar. Here at The Bali Sun, we love cramming as much life into one …

It may come as a shock to The Bali Sun readers to learn that the average length of stay on the island is just 4 days. Wild right?! Here at The Bali Sun, we know our readers want to stay in paradise as long as possible, but with millions of tourists, both domestic and international, …

Bali’s most popular beach resorts are easy to name. We’ve all heard of Canggu, Uluwatu, Seminyak, and Legian, but one of the most overlooked beach resorts lies hidden in plain sight. Jimbaran ticks all the right boxes for holidaymakers. Coastal, close to the airport, and home to some of the most impressive hotels on the …

Tourists in Bali are being urged to prioritize safety, especially in top tourist destinations at night. Security officers and police teams are conducting additional patrols to help keep everyone safe, but there are efforts tourists can make to minimize risk. One of the most important calls for tourists in Bali right now is to report …

It is feeling pretty busy in Bali right now. It is the peak of the travel high season, and here at The Bali Sun, we are loving the buzz about the place. If we know one thing, though, it is that booking ahead is more important at this time of year than at any other. …

World Cup Fever can be felt in just about every corner of the planet right now. As the semi-finals of the FIFA World Cup are scheduled for this week, Indonesia is pulling out all the stops to ensure fans don’t miss a moment of the action, even at the nation’s busiest airports. Bali Airport has …

As Bali is on track to smash tourism targets in 2026, the issue of cultural respect is becoming increasingly important. While the vast majority of tourists visiting Bali respect local culture and behave in a way that is socially considerate, there are some people who choose not to adapt their behaviour to be considerate of …