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 …
Sanur is one of Bali’s busiest resorts right now; not only is it a popular vacation destination in its own right, but it is also the gateway for Bali tourists to visit Nusa Penida. Sanur Harbour is now in such high demand that the Denpasar Transportation Agency will reopen Mertasari Pier to keep tourists moving …
One of Bali’s leading tourist attractions, Mason Elephant Park, has announced that it will be stopping elephant riding. The park is home to 27 critically endangered Sumatra elephants and has been the destination of choice for everyone from Kim Kardashian to Steve Irwin, Julia Roberts, and David Beckham. Speaking to reporters, the Head of the Bali …
Canggu has quickly become one of the most famous destinations in the world. Once a quaint coastal village, home to fishermen, farmers, and a few surfers as visitors, Canggu has been transformed into a fully-fledged tourism resort with beach clubs, huge hotels, retail hubs, and dozens of world-class eateries. The question on everyone’s lips is …
As the best destination in the world in 2026, Bali’s top tourist attractions are focusing on ensuring tourists’ experiences are as high-quality as possible. Local leaders have warned tourism managers not to get complacent, and one way high quality can be ensured is by increasing entry ticket fees in line with inflation. The Badung Regency …