Sidemen is the perfect travel destination in more ways than one. Offering opportunities for adventure and slow travel resets, there is a reason why Sidemen is featuring on all the ‘must-visit’ travel inspiration lists for Bali. Often touted as the new alternative to Ubud, Sideman has a unique vibe all of its own. While there …
One of the biggest changes in travel trends we have seen here at The Bali Sun over recent years is the shift towards more health and wellness-focused travel. Gone are the days when a two-week vacation was a total health and routine blowout. These days, tourists and travelers are increasingly health-conscious and want to maintain …
In 2026 and beyond, maritime tourism is a key area of focus for tourism leaders in Bali and across Indonesia. As an archipelago nation, the ocean plays a huge role in day-to-day life, the nation’s culture, and, of course, the country’s tourism offering. From diving to snorkelling, surfing to sailing, maritime tourism offers so much …
Bali is changing and growing at an unprecedented rate. Almost every month, a new hotel, resort, or lifestyle complex opens or begins construction. Bali’s Canggu is not only the most popular resort on the island but also the fastest-growing, and a new lifestyle centre, including a sizeable shopping mall, is set to be built this …
Gianyar Regency is home to some of Bali’s most important cultural landmarks and popular heritage tourist attractions. Not only is Gianyar Regency home to Ubud, the island’s arts and culture capital, but also to stunning spiritual sites like Goa Gajah Cave and Tirta Empul Temple. In 2026, cultural travel is in high demand, and the …
Bali’s I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport has confirmed that it has increased its biosecurity monitoring operation in light of the spread of the Nipah virus. All passengers arriving at Bali Airport are already being monitored using thermal cameras due to the rising rates of Super Flu in the region, and these increased measures are …
Cultural immersion is one of the most popular reasons why tourists travel to Bali. The island is home to a truly unique culture, and whether tourists are visiting for a classic beach vacation or a cultural retreat, the generosity of the Balinese people is hard to beat. One of the most popular and accessible ways …
Kuta Beach in Bali is a destination in constant flux. As the most iconic beach destination in Bali, the resort welcomes a huge number of the more than 7 million international tourists who visit the island. However, with coastal erosion and general wear and tear starting to impact the overall aesthetic of the resort, leaders …
Here at The Bali Sun, we have to admit that we love the low season. Even though it’s rainy, the fact that the island feels a little less busy, and everyone is moving at a pace that the weather dictates…not to mention the drop in prices…there is a lot to love about traveling to Bali …
Bali’s I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport has confirmed that Emirates will be cancelling its daily service from Dubai aboard the double-decker Airbus A380 plane. The news comes just as the Director General of Air Transportation at the Ministry of Transportation, Lukman F Laisa, revealed plans to increase Bali’s capacity to receive up to 55 …
It’s a tough call to decide which of Bali’s most famous rice terraces is. Is it the UNESCO World Heritage Site Jatiluwih or the Tegallalang Rice Terraces in Ubud? Here at The Bali Sun, we think Jatiluwih is just a tiny bit more famous, which is just one of the reasons why the attraction is …
After welcoming more than 7 million international tourists in 2025, Bali is now looking ahead to 2026 and the long-term future. The Ministry of Transportation has revealed plans to expand Bali’s I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport to help accommodate ambitious new tourism targets. Bali’s only commercial airport, I Gusti Ngurah Rai International, can currently …