Tourists looking for something a little different in terms of accommodation for their upcoming trip to Bali should seriously consider glamping. Here at The Bali Sun, we are all about the adventurous life, and glamping allows tourists to experience the wonders of nature without giving up any of those essential home comforts. Want to read …
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Bali has been on a mission to crack down on illegally operating tourism businesses, especially accommodation businesses, on the island. The issue has been a hot topic for Governor Koster in both his first and now his second term in office. As 2026 gets underway, it is clear that he will not slow down in …
Canggu is currently the most in-demand destination in Bali. The surf town is booming in popularity and constantly trending on social media as one of the best places in the world to travel. Fortunately, Canggu can keep up with all this demand and has heaps to offer tourists in terms of accommodation. Canggu is a …
There are many different ways to connect to Bali meaningfully. Tourists can connect to the island’s culture by taking part in a water purification ceremony, hiking up the famous volcanoes, or trying local specialty foods. One of the best ways to connect to Balinese culture is to stay at a locally owned and operated hotel, …
Travel trends in Bali are changing. Travel trends in Bali have been changing for a good long while in fact. As tourists’ focus shifts further away from a classic resort hotel vacation and towards private villas and self-organised stays, leaders in Bali are concerned that the number of illegally operating accommodation options on the island …
Have you ever thought about booking a glamping experience in Bali? With the island best known for its beachfront retreats and jungle escapes, the island’s incredible glamping offerings are often overlooked, as is the West Bali National Park. Menjangan Dynasty Resort, located in North West Bali, at the gateway to West Bali National Park, is …
Tourism industry leaders in Bali want to see a crackdown on the number of tourist villas operating without the correct business registration documents. The apparent rising number of villas operating outside of the law is not only a threat to legitimate business owners in Bali, but also to tourists, who are unknowingly booking villas and …
Travel in Bali in 2025 will be all about low-key luxury. We don’t need golden gilded door frames and giant glass chandeliers to feel indulgent on vacation. No, what we need is stunning ocean views, a sense of calm and tranquility, and the opportunity to meaningfully connect to nature and culture…and we know just the …
The world is changing at an alarming pace; it seems like travel trends are changing at lightning speed thanks to TikTok and the ever-changing Instagram algorithm. For young travelers, the chance to get truly lost and wildly off the beaten path during a rite-of-passage backpacking adventure may seem like a thing of the past. Want …
The rapid rate of development across Bali has been a huge topic of conversation in 2024. With a moratorium due to come into effect that will ban the development of new tourist accommodations in Bali’s busiest tourism resorts, local residents are speaking up about the impact development is having on the cost of living, and …
Bali has so many accommodation options it can be hard to know where to start. From bamboo treehouses to traditional wooden bungalows, from the most lavish 5-star hotels to bougie private villas, there is an accommodation option to suit every travel style, every budget and every occasion. Want to read more? Our Bali Sun Premium …
Indonesia’s Minister for Tourism and Creative Economies, Sandiaga Uno, has spoken out about the increase in the number of tourism villas operating illegally in Bali. Speaking from the World Water Conference in Bali, Minister Uno says that both construction and business permits are being flouted. According to Minister Uno, many illegal villas are being misused …