Many tourists visit Bali for a vacation of sun, sand, and sea, surrounded by luxury coastal hospitality. What makes Bali so special is that it is a destination fit for every kind of traveller, and for those seeking something a little greener, the inland regions offer next-level luxury and privacy. Ubud is one of the …

Badung Regency is by far Bali’s busiest tourism region. If you don’t know the area by this name as a Bali Sun reader, you’ll certainly know the regency’s top resort destinations. Badung Regency is home to Kuta, Legian, Seminyak, Canggu, Jimbaran, Uluwatu, and Nusa Dua.  Although there is still a month left of 2025, everyone …

A major shake-up is on the cards in the criminal justice system in Bali. The island’s most notorious prison, famous around the world for locking up some of Bali’s most prolific criminals, including Australian nationals, could be about to be moved away from the top tourism resort areas. Bali’s Kerobokan Prison is one of the …

The demolition work at Uluwatu’s Bingin Beach has been one of the biggest news stories of 2025. Here at The Bali Sun, we have been monitoring the situation closely, and major new updates have just been confirmed by local leaders. Bingin Beach is one of Bali’s most beloved coastal areas. The beachfront has been a favourite of …

Bali is a destination that welcomes over 6.5 million tourists every year. With the central south of the island seeing the majority of both the international and domestic holidaymakers, leaders are encouraging the more adventurous travellers to explore the north of the island. North Bali is perhaps the most underrated region of the island. Home …

The Bali Sun is always ahead of the curve, and while everyone is thinking about Christmas vacation plans, we are already looking ahead to 2026. Next year, we know that travel trends are going to change in Bali, and one big shift will be towards multi-stop vacations in Indonesia, all starting in Bali. Indonesia’s Ministry …

Bali’s allure as a travel destination may be focused on sun, sea, and sand, but travel data shows that island-lovers are adding an extra ’s’ into the mix. That extra ’s’ stands for shopping, and holidaymakers are not holding back from filling their suitcases during their trips to Bali.  In light of new travel data …

It’s official, the Nusa Penida Glass Elevator Project has been scrapped. Here at The Bali Sun, we have a breakdown of everything you need to know about this landmark decision and how it could affect tourists’ experience of Bali’s most iconic viewpoint in the coming months.  Bali’s Governor Wayan Koster has officially demanded that the …

We at the Bali Sun have learned that Bali’s Governor Wayan Koster has officially called for the controversial Kelingking Glass Elevator Project to be demolished after major building violations were recorded in the last month. The highly contentious 182m Glass Elevator Project has received billions of rupiah of investment, and construction has already caused irreversible …

It is getting increasingly easy to travel to Bali. Here at The Bali Sun, we think this is nothing but good news! With more flight connections to I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport, tourists have more options to travel at times that suit them, and ticket prices are more competitive too.  Bali’s I Gusti Ngurah …

Indonesia has just issued a landmark new policy that will create life-changing benefits for foreigners who have deep ties to the country, including provinces like Bali. It is not possible for Indonesian nationals to hold dual citizenship, which is why so many people with mixed ancestry opt for their citizenship with the strongest passport, leaving …

Tourists planning travel in 2026 have plenty of exciting opportunities ahead. Bali, as a travel destination, is in flux, and leaders want to encourage visitors to explore lesser-visited areas. One of the best ways to explore the most culturally inspiring and authentic regions of Bali, as well as see more of Indonesia as a whole, is …