Tidal Flood Risk Warning Issued For Top Bali Tourist Beaches 

Travel in Bali and around Indonesia is more accessible and affordable than ever. Here at The Bali Sun, we are always exploring new ways of experiencing everything that the archipelago has to offer. Island hopping is one of the most exciting ways to travel through both Bali Province and Indonesia more broadly, but the real …

Cultural and spiritual tourism is, to this day, one of the biggest reasons why tourists visit Bali. The province is home to some of the most sacred sites in all of Indonesia, and Balinese Hindu spirituality influences the day-to-day life of communities across the island. For tourists seeking an authentic spiritual pilgrimage while in Bali, …

Bali is perhaps most famous as a coastal vacation destination. Tourists traveling to Bali dream of opening up the shutters of their luxury suite to be welcomed with oceanfront views. Here at The Bali Sun, we love an oceanfront view as much as the next traveler, but we also have a special place in our …

Fast boats are one of the most important transportation links for tourists traveling to Bali. Fast boat providers connect tourists with destinations like Nusa Penida, Nusa Lembongan, the Gili Islands and Lombok, and for years the operation’s safety standards have been a point of intense focus.  With Benoa Harbour now functioning as the Bali Maritime …

Bali’s Astungkara Way is amongst a handful of businesses in Bali leading the regenerative agriculture and tourism movement. Named as National Geographic’s Best of the World in wellness by readers, Astungkara Way is making yet another pioneering move in October.  Based in Badung Regency, Astungkara Way is committed to transforming Bali into the world’s first …

Nusa Penida is one of Bali’s most beloved tourist destinations. Attractions like Kelingking Beach and Manta Bay receive hundreds of thousands of visitors every year. While most tourists head to Nusa Penida to explore the island’s natural wonders, there is a wealth of cultural heritage hidden away and waiting to be found.  Visiting a temple …

Bali Province is governed as nine regencies, with Badung Regency the most established for tourism. In 2026, it’s becoming clear that neighboring Tabanan Regency is quickly increasing in popularity with both tourists and developers, and recent updates from leaders suggest this trend is not going to slow down.  Business is booming in Tabanan Regency right …

Bali’s royal heritage makes for fascinating reading. For tourists traveling to Bali who are interested in exploring more of the history of this island, the royal palaces are a good place to start. From Karangasem Regency through to the Kingdom of Gianyar and over to the royal seat of Klungkung Regency, exploring Bali’s royal past …

Bali is getting busy! Here at The Bali Sun, we have definitely noticed how much busier the island has become over the last ten years. With crowded beaches and resort areas becoming the norm, we have people asking us all the time… Is a crowd-free vacation still possible in Bali? Our answer to that question …

Bali may be best known for its stunning coastlines, but the island is also a freshwater paradise in its own right. Thanks to its active volcanic peaks and high ridgelines, Bali’s freshwater ecosystems, whether they be lakes, rivers, or springs, hold a wealth of cultural and ecological importance and are not to be missed by …

Balancing development and tourism in Bali is a tricky task indeed. One that communities on the island, business leaders and political figures are all trying to work out in real time. For tourists, the need to connect with nature and culture is more important than ever, and a new eco-tourism initiative in the heart of …

The scene at Bingin Beach has been heartbreaking for a year already. Can you believe it? It was on the 21st July 2025 that the Bali Provincial Government began demolition work at the beloved surf hotspot. Now, leaders have confirmed that redevelopment work will begin before the year is out.  It was promised by Bali …