Bali Supports Flores Islands As Tourists Advised To Check Travel Plans After Earthquake

Indonesia is in a state of shock following the 7.7 magnitude earthquake that struck the Flores Islands in East Nusa Tenggara in the early hours of Saturday 15th August. Tourists in Bali are being advised that Bali Province remains safe for travel, but that some travel to East Nusa Tenggara should be reassessed. The latest …

Here at The Bali Sun, if you ever catch us daydreaming, chances are our minds have floated over to Nusa Lembongan. This is one of our favourite spots in all of Indonesia, and honestly, it’s hard to haul ourselves back to Bali if we’ve retreated to the outlying islands.  It’s fair to say that anyone …

Here at The Bali Sun, it is no secret how much we love North Bali. This stunning region of Bali is home to some of our favorite spots in all of the province…dare we say the whole world. With North Bali home to jungles, incredible coastline, ancient cities, and some of the most welcoming hotels, …

There are a few destinations in Bali that have been slowly appearing on more ‘must-travel’ trending lists for the last few years. Munduk is one of them. It’s not hard to see why this stunning north Bali jungle escape is home to some of the most stunning views the island has to offer.  Bali is …

Bali is a province that is many things to many people. To more than 4 million people, this province is home. For more than 7.5 million international travelers every year, this island is the vacation destination of dreams, and for more than 150,000 foreign workers, investors, business owners, and spouses, it is the place where …

Transportation is once again hitting headlines in Bali this week. With the South Bali Ring Road now under construction, all eyes are falling on major public transportation upgrades set to change the way local people and tourists interact with the south coast forever. Badung Regency is home to top destinations like Canggu, Seminyak, Legian, Kuta, …

Tourists planning day trips to Nusa Penida from Bali may soon need to reconsider their travel itineraries. Leaders in Nusa Penida are looking to change the time of the final boat crossing of the day to help better organize the tourist fast boat and ferry system, but it could throw a spanner in the works …

Tourists in Bali are being warned about the risk of tidal flooding at top beaches in the coming days. From 11th-17th August, there is a serious risk of tidal flooding along vast stretches of southern Bali.  The  Denpasar Region III Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) has urged the public to be aware of the …

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 …