Indonesia is one of the most exciting travel destinations in the world. As a warm and welcoming destination with so much to explore, it can be hard to know where to start. Here at The Bali Sun, we are always starting our hot takes on the best up-and-coming destinations, and now the Indonesian Ministry of Tourism is …

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 in Bali’s Canggu may have seen more security operations happening in the popular resort this weekend. North Kuta Police, who oversee security of Canggu, were deployed across the area in full security gear, in anticipation of unruly behaviour and illegal activities. On Saturday, 10th and Sunday, 11th January 2025, the Bali Police Mobile Brigade …

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 …

We’re only a few days in, but 2026 could be the year that all of Bali’s infrastructural issues are resolved…maybe. Here at The Bali Sun, we know all too intimately how Bali’s issues with traffic congestion and waste management, to name but a few, impact the lives of local residents and the experience of tourists. …

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 island of Bali sits right in the heart of the Pacific Ring of Fire. This is one of the most seismically active regions in the world, and the threat of volcanic eruption, earthquakes, and tsunamis is present. Here at The Bali Sun, we keep a close eye on all meteorological, geophysical, and climatic events …

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 …

A new traffic flow system is on trial in one of Bali’s most congested areas. The new system is aimed at easing congestion and keeping both locals and tourists on the move easily and safely. However, as with all system changes, something takes time to be established, and in the in-between, sometimes things can get …

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, …