Bali’s GWK Cultural Park is the number one place on the island to take a deep dive into the rich and abundant cultural heritage of the province. Located on the Bukit, close to Uluwatu, GWK Cultural Park is best known as being home to the giant Garuda Wisnu Kencana statue, but there is so much …
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Tourists planning their first visit to Bali often have the same few questions: Is it safe? What should I do if I get sick? And is ‘X’ attraction or destination worth the visit? It only takes a quick look on social media at #ExpectationVsRealityBali to see that some places don’t quite look like the picture …
Bali’s Gianyar Regency is best known for its Ubud resort. The province’s arts and culture capital is home to some of the most important and inspiring historical sites on the island. Want to read more? Our Bali Sun Premium Members always get full access to our best content, ad-free!
Bali will soon be home to a fleet of hydrogen airplanes that will be used to help ‘boost’ tourism in the province. In a new partnership between Sirius Aviation AG and the PARQ Development Group based in Ubud, the mission from ground control is to bring sustainable travel to the airways. PARQ Development’s current work …
Bali lovers are constantly on the lookout for the next best hidden gem, especially when it comes to spots in nature. Outdoor adventurers must look no further than the newly opened Temesi Waterfall, close to Ubud, for a crowd-free waterfall hidden deep in the jungle. Temesi Waterfall in Temesi Village in Gianyar Regency, just a …
Bali’s Diamond Beach, located on Nusa Penida, is one of the most famous landmarks in the province. The picture-perfect cove, backed by sheer cliffs, is high on the bucket list of almost every tourist on the island. The hike from the top of the cliffs at Diamond Beach down to the shoreline below is intense. …
Culture-loving tourists who visit Bali have a wealth of incredible opportunities to explore all that the island has to offer. From traditional dance performances to museums, spiritual landmarks, and cultural villages, there is so much to dive into. This time of year is the perfect time for culture-curious tourists to visit Bali. With a few …
Bali’s Nusa Penida is famous for being home to iconic destinations like Kelingking Beach, Manta Bay, and Angel’s Billabong. Although waterfalls are not the first geographical feature to spring to mind when thinking about Nusa Penida, there is one very special hidden gem that is giving Bali’s famous waterfalls a run for their money. The …
Bali’s most important temple, known as the Mother Temple, is one of the most popular cultural landmarks on the island for tourists. Pura Agung Besakih will be increasing ticket prices for tourists in April 2024. Speaking to reporters, the Head of the Pura Agung Besakih Sacred Area Facilities Management Agency, I Gusti Lanang Muliarta, explained …
Bali’s Tourism Tax has been in effect for five weeks. Top tourism officials are confident that all tourists should be up to speed with the new system by now, so the newly established Tourism Police Units will conduct spot checks to ensure everyone has paid their dues. Speaking to reporters, the Head of the Bali …
Tourists are becoming increasingly aware of the impact that their travels and adventures have on the places and people they visit. As Bali enters a new area of ‘sustainable and culturally appropriate’ tourism, Bali lovers are seeking excursions, tours, and workshops that do no harm. Want to read more? Our Bali Sun Premium Members always …
Bali tourists are always on the lookout for the next secret spot to enjoy a sunrise, sunset, or chilled day on the island. Bali lovers already ahead of the curve will not be surprised to hear that Tabanan’s Cinta Beach is the next big destination. As an emerging hotspot, Bali lovers still have a little …