Tourists traveling in Bali right now will notice that it feels a little busy in places. With the peak travel season in full swing and the long school holidays bringing in a new wave of arrivals, security teams are working around the clock to ensure everyone is safe and comfortable. Tourists in Bali may well …
Creativity is at the very heart of Balinese culture. From paintings to woodwork, stone carvings to dance, creativity can be found in every inch of this island. The arrival of tourism more than one hundred years ago meant that creativity itself evolved into innovation and entrepreneurialism in new ways. The Bali of today is home …
The Bukit Peninsula is one of the most impressive regions in Bali. With white limestone-backed cliffs, clear blue water, and vast stretches of white sand, this dramatic stretch of coastline has quickly become one of the most in-demand areas in Bali for tourists and investors. The Bukit Peninsula is also known as the Jewel of …
Indonesia’s national tourism board, Wonderful Indonesia, is one of the best places to find inspiration and ideas for exploring the Indonesian archipelago. Of course, if you’re looking for information, you come directly to us here at The Bali Sun! We’re only half joking, but Wonderful Indonesia has just updated its guidelines for Bali Culture 101, …
June and July 2026 might just be the most creatively inspiring months to be in Bali this year. From the Bali Arts Festival to Galungan and Kuningan, through to the Bali FOTO Festival and the opening of a new gallery and community arts hub in Canggu, Bali really is the place to be. With just …
Tourists in Bali could be in for a wild week of weather this week. From high waves to unseasonable rains, tourists traveling across the island need to be up to speed on the latest weather forecast and plan their itineraries accordingly. Here at The Bali Sun, we are your first port of call for everything …
Here at The Bali Sun, we are big fans of Waterbom Bali. This is the island’s biggest and best waterpark, and it has become the highlight of the annual vacation to Bali for hundreds of thousands of families every year. If you’ve never been to Waterbom Bali before, you’re going to want to organise a …
It is a rare treat to come across a real hidden gem in Bali these days. Many would say that it’s not possible, but we have proof to the contrary. Have you heard of Banjar Mancingan Rice Terraces? We thought not! The Banjar Mancingan Rice Terraces are one of the few genuinely hidden gems in …
Rising fuel prices have been the biggest topic of conversation in Bali’s tourism sector over the last few weeks. It’s been a tough moment for many tourism businesses, what with the weakening of the rupiah against the US dollar and the end of fuel subsidies. The concern for tourists is that the cost of visiting …
It has been a busy week in Bali. We’ve celebrated Galungan Day, the long school holidays are kicking off, art exhibitions have opened, new sports venues have launched, and the economy has been more up and down to say the least. Here at The Bali Sun, we keep a close eye on everything, and we …
Sports are life in Bali right now! Doesn’t it feel like that to you? Here at The Bali Sun, we are loving seeing the world of sports, wellness, community, and tourism come together to build new connections, improve health, and really just celebrate life. Here at The Bali Sun, we’ve just been talking about how …
Galungan ceremonies are happening all over Bali right now, and the celebratory and sacred energy is palpable throughout. While Bali is a culturally rich island, some ceremonies, rituals, and traditions are reserved for Balinese Hindus and local people. Bali proudly shares its culture with people from all around the world. From temples to rituals, from …