Jumbo news is coming out of the Island of the Gods: Bali Zoo has confirmed it is stopping elephant rides for tourists with immediate effect. The practice of riding elephants has received increasing amounts of criticism from animal welfare specialists and ethical tourism leaders worldwide over the last decade. Bali Zoo has confirmed it has …
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The world’s top medical professionals are monitoring the spread of Influenza A (H3N2) subclade K, which has been identified as a super flu. As the virus spreads, Bali has already taken steps to monitor potential spread, including installing thermal cameras at Bali Airport to screen incoming tourists and residents. Health leaders in Bali have confirmed …
Padel is the fastest-growing sport in the world. The racket game is booming in popularity across Indonesia and has become a part of everyday life for thousands of people in Bali. With Padel clubs to be found in almost all of Bali’s biggest tourism destinations, demand for the sport is clear; the island is about …
Tourists in Bali have been urged to take note of extreme weather warnings issued by the Bali Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency. With Indonesia in the height of the rainy season, extreme weather events are being recorded nationwide, including in Bali’s top tourism destinations. The Bali Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) has confirmed that …
There is a lot to be excited about in terms of Bali travel in 2026. Australian tourists have long been Bali’s most frequent international arrivals, and it looks like 2026 will be another year when the special relationship deepens further. Bali’s Ngurah Rai International Airport is Indonesia’s second busiest airport and the gateway for millions …
It is clear that 2026 will be another massive year for travel and tourism in Bali. Top tourism stakeholders are sharing insights on incoming travel trends to help tourists design vacations and travel itineraries that showcase the best of Bali this year. The Chairman of the Bali Travel Association, Putu Winastra, has been speaking to …
Tourists visiting Bali’s famous monkey forests, jungle landscapes, and forested areas must be extra vigilant this season. Bali is in the middle of the rainy season, and the extreme weather conditions are triggering trees to fall, landslides, and even sinkholes to open up across the island. On Sunday, 11th January, traffic in the Monkey Forest …
Sangeh Monkey Forest is one of Bali’s most underrated attractions. Located just 40 minutes from central Ubud, the park offers tourists a crowd-free chance to observe wild monkeys and immerse in one of the oldest forest landscapes in Bali. Sangeh Monkey Forest has confirmed that it will be adding a new walking track within the …
The Bali Provincial Government is on a mission to crack down on tourism businesses that are violating the law. There is a broad range of violation categories up for investigation, including spatial planning, business permits and licences, and tax. The Provincial Government is not only targeting new businesses, but also those that have been established …
Travel in Southeast Asia is about to get more exciting. A new flight service will connect the ever-popular resort destination of Bali with Da Nang, Vietnam. The Vietnamese coastal resort has seen a sharp rise in popularity over the last five years, and it looks like 2026 will be the year multi-stop vacation itineraries are …
Tourists traveling to Bali should always be aware of scams and cons. While Bali is one of the safest tourist destinations in the world, with more than 7 million international visitors arriving on the island every year, opportunistic crime and scams do occur from time to time. Here at The Bali Sun, we keep a …
Here at The Bali Sun, we are constantly tracking travel trends to share all of the juicy details with our readers. As we settle into 2026, we are already seeing this year’s travel trends come into their own. In 2026, cruise travel in Bali is going to be a big deal. The Indonesian State-Owned Enterprise, …