Vacation villas in Bali are one of the most popular accommodation options for holidaymakers visiting the island. Villas have also been a go-to investment for local and international property developers and entrepreneurs looking to get in on Bali’s tourism boom. As more villas have popped up left, right and center, especially over the last five …
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Bali is home to some of the best vacation villas in the world. From exceptional bamboo architecture to dreamy clifftop infinity pools, to authentic cultural homestays, to expansive contemporary homes, there is a vacation villa for every kind of traveler. The Bali Villa Rental Management Association (BVRMA) is proposing some big changes to the way in …
Once upon a time, backpacking in Bali meant traveling for as far as possible while making a shoestring budget last months on end. One way budget-savvy backpackers achieved this was by rocking up to the island’s cheaper-than-cheap hostels and bunking up with other equally budget-conscious explorers. Oh, how things have changed! As a team of …
There is a lot of talk happening in Bali right now about policy changes that could affect Airbnb listings. For more than five years, leaders in Bali have been working to crack down on accommodation providers operating outside the law, including some listings on Airbnb. For leaders in Bali, the presence of Airbnb has long …
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 …
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 …