The Bali Sun

Part of what makes Bali such an exciting destination is the vast variety of landscapes that tourists can enjoy. Even just looking at one kind of landscape, let’s say, the coast, there are so many different kinds of beaches to explore: white sand beaches, surf beaches, pebble beaches, black sand beaches, tidal beaches, world-famous beaches, …

There are many different ways to connect to Bali meaningfully. Tourists can connect to the island’s culture by taking part in a water purification ceremony, hiking up the famous volcanoes, or trying local specialty foods. One of the best ways to connect to Balinese culture is to stay at a locally owned and operated hotel, …

Bali is one of the world’s top honeymoon destinations. From Ubud to Nusa Dua, from Nusa Penida to Uluwatu, the romance is well and truly alive in Bali in 2025. It could be said that traveling to Bali for a honeymoon has become something of a cliche, but nothing could be further from the truth. …

Tourists planning their visits to Bali are always looking for experiences that are a little bit different. Bali tourists love getting involved, diving into local culture, learning something new, and making memorable stories along the way. One unique day trip experience has been soaring in popularity in the last 18 months, and that’s silversmithing. Bali …

For decades, the Island of the Gods has been synonymous with coffee. It looks like the moment has come for the kind of caffeine to move over as another tasty treat is taking the limelight. Cacao is having a moment, and as with all health trends, it could come and go. But with some of …

Top tourism leaders in Bali are calling for the government to help subsidize flight tickets throughout the country to help boost tourism. The calls come as Bali enters its high season and is on track to smash tourism targets set for 2025. The Association of the Indonesian Tours & Travel Agencies (ASITA) calls on the …

The idea of introducing flying taxis to the island of Bali has been hanging in the airwaves for a number of years. Although the notion of flying taxis seems futuristic to many, the implementation of this new form of transport could be closer than first thought. The first flying taxis in Bali could be introduced …

Bali is on a mission to encourage tourists to connect to the island’s cultural heritage in more meaningful ways. With tourism the most significant economic driver on the island, leaders are keen to ensure that the presence of tourism in the province helps preserve, conserve, and promote the region’s truly unique culture. For tourists, this …

Bali has just inaugurated a new tsunami warning system. The new safety installation comes after years of Bali being dangerously underserved by its tsunami warning systems. The new InaTEWS Bali building is part of a national Indonesian Disaster Resilience Initiative Project (IDRIP) by the Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency. Bali’s Deputy Governor I Nyoman Giri …

Bali is set to welcome the official opening of the long-anticipated Bali Maritime Tourism Hub in just a matter of months. As Benoa’s tourism resort prepares to celebrate the launch of this new chapter, leaders are sharing their vision for the future of marine tourism in the province. In 2025 and beyond, luxury cruise tourism …

Tourists planning vacations in Bali this high season should include a visit to the magnificent Gunung Paying Beach on their itinerary. Located at the very south of the Bukit Peninsula, the cliff-backed Gunung Paying Beach is becoming increasingly popular with tourists, and for good reason. Local tourism leader Ni Luh Hepi Wiradani told reporters that …

As leaders in Bali are cracking down on the number of illegally operating tourist villas, there are a number of reasons why savvy tourists are going against the grain and returning to staying in top hotels across the island. Over the last few years, there has been a surge in demand for private luxury vacation villas …