Where To Start With Bali? First Time Tourist’s Guide To Bali’s Best Neighbourhoods

Here at The Bali Sun we try not to pick favourites, we’re an impartial fact based news outlet after all! It has to be said though, one of the joys of travel journalism is that we get to highlight the best of the best, and in Bali, the best of the best can surely be …

Bali is a destination that is beloved for its culture, for the natural landscape and for the party scene. As the island evolves and develops here at The Bali Sun we are noticing a new trend emerging; shopping.  From locally crafted souvenirs through to globally acclaimed brands, over the last five years there has been …

Traveling across Bali is becoming easier by the day…OK…we won’t mention the traffic jams. But, bear with us, once upon a time, it was super tricky to coordinate travel across Bali and even more of a logistical nightmare trying to coordinate crossings to the outlying islands. With more fast boats available now than ever before, …

It has been a devastating few months for surfers in Bali. Demolition orders at Bingin Beach have resulted in many of the community’s beloved hangout spots being destroyed, and while the surf break remains, things will never be the same.   As resilient and loving as the surfing community is, both local and international, the destruction …

Kintamani is one of Bali’s most underrated destinations. Tourists looking for a touch of luxury, incredible views of nature, and a sense of serenity will surely find all three in the highlands of Bangli Regency. Bali is known globally for being home to some of the best beach clubs on earth. Not only is Bali …

If you have ever been to Bali before, you may already be familiar with the island’s unique naming system. For those who are about to visit the island for the first time, understanding the Balinese naming system can help you better connect with local people and convey your enthusiasm for respecting the culture during your …

One of the greatest joys of traveling to Bali is the multitude of different opportunities to create itineraries that are totally unique and tailored to your personal travel style. Here at The Bali Sun, we are big advocates for the multi-stop vacation itinerary. With so much to explore on just one small island, it is …

With so much focus on the central south of Bali as a prime tourism destination, it’s easy to think that the rest of the island simply doesn’t exist. Here at The Bali Sun, we are firm believers that even first-time holidaymakers to Bali should get a little off the beaten path and explore coastal retreats …

Here at The Bali Sun, we are all for action-packed vacation itineraries that enable tourists to get an adrenaline fix, deep dive into culture, and be social butterflies. We love to be active and out there experiencing all that this island has to offer. It has to be said, though, that the whole idea of …

There is always a new destination to explore in Bali. This is why so many tourists return year after year to the island. In fact, many Bali lovers return to the province multiple times a year, since this tiny tropical island offers an inexhaustible amount of opportunities for adventure. Everyone has heard of Canggu; an …

Ubud has long been known as the health capital of Bali. This part of Bali has, for over a decade, been popular with health-conscious tourists seeking to deepen their yoga and spiritual practice. This sparked a wave of new healthy vegetarian restaurants that have now since bloomed into a huge healthy food scene in Ubud. …

Bali is a great travel destination for many reasons, but food….food has got to be up there. From Indonesian classics to traditional Balinese cuisine, from epic late-night burgers to slap-up brunches, there is a meal to be enjoyed every moment of the day or night in Bali.  Uluwatu is one of Bali’s most popular tourist …