Bali is one of the most family-friendly travel destinations in Asia and arguably the world. With family-friendly resorts located throughout the island, high levels of safety, and a culture that celebrates and centers children, it’s a no-brainer to book a vacation with little ones in Bali. Want to read more? Our Bali Sun Premium Members …

The World Water Forum will kick off in Nusa Dua on May 18th, with heads of state and delegations from over 175 countries arriving in Bali to discuss water and other topics. While leaders have assured tourists that they will be unaffected by the huge international event, some resorts are fully booked, meaning last-minute travelers …

The 10th World Water Conference is kicking off in Bali from the 18th – 25th May. This huge international conference will see over 35,000 delegates from over 175 countries and heads of state arrive on the island to discuss water and water-related issues in Nusa Dua.  As preparations for welcoming ceremonies are fully underway, tourists …

A top tourism expert and economic advisor has spoken out about the need to radically change the way in which tourism in Bali is managed at an island wide, provincial level. Viraguna Bagus Oka has spoken to reporters about his vision for a management system that would ensure spatial planning, business development, and social development …

Indonesia confirmed that Elon Musk’s Starlink will launch in the country on the 19th of May. The news comes as Indonesia commits to levelling up connectivity infrastructure nationwide and is great news for digital nomads, remote workers and tech entrepreneurs using Bali as a base for their projects.  In a press statement the Minister for …

One of Bali’s most famous hotels is celebrating becoming Indonesia’s first Global Sustainable Tourism Council Certified Hotel. The Apurva Kempinski Bali, in Nusa Dua, is one of the island’s most iconic hotels, and it is known to have hosted everyone from heads of state to major celebrities.  The Global Sustainable Tourism Council has created a …

The latest travel data shows that Bali is soaring in popularity with tourists from Europe. The Island of the Gods has long been the vacation destination of choice for Australian tourists, and this year it seems Bali is topping the charts with tourists from Europe too. With international flights to Bali more accessible than ever …

Bali lovers have had mixed responses to a new listing on Google Maps. The booming tourism resort of Canggu has been given a new listing as “New Moscow” on the app, sparking outrage from locals and tourists alike.  Although the new listing is unofficial and has not replaced or removed any of the official listings …

News that a drug lab has been uncovered in Bali’s Canggu has rocked the tourism island. Four people have been arrested, including three foreign nationals, in connection with the narcotics production facility raided by the Bali Police and National Narcotics Agency, as confirmed by the authorities in a press conference on Monday, the 13th of …

Bali has been named one of the top wedding destinations in the world in 2024. According to a survey conducted by Bounce, the Island of the Gods remains as dreamy as ever for couples wishing to tie the knot in paradise.  Narrowly missing out on the top spot to Lake Como in Tuscany, Italy, Bali …

Have you ever dreamed of running off to a desert island? Did you know that there is a tiny island off the coast of Bali that can offer you just that? Nusa Lembongan is a real romantic retreat and is the perfect place for couples to get away together and completely disconnect from the outside …

Ubud in Bali is the island’s cultural capital. The gateway to the dense tropical jungles, and home to majestic temples and palaces, Ubud is a real wonder to explore. Increasingly, tourists are not just staying in Ubud to see what the town has to offer; visitors are frequently using Ubud as a launchpad to explore …