It’s safe to say that the world feels a little bit scary and unstable right now. We understand that when everything feels pretty shaky, it can be hard to find trustworthy sources of information to help you make informed travel decisions. Tourist safety is our number one priority here at The Bali Sun, and we’re not …
Safety
Here at The Bali Sun, we take safety incredibly seriously. As Bali remains one of the most in-demand vacation destinations in the world, safety on the island is a concern for both tourists and the tourism sector. We have good news: in the last week, Bali has felt even safer than usual, based on our …
With Bali set to welcome more than 7 million tourists in 2026, leaders are working to ensure that everyone on the island feels safe and abides by the law. While the vast majority of foreigners in Bali respect local culture and customs, some choose to break the law, engage in criminal activity, and pose a …
More Bali Tourism Task Force Officers could be coming to the streets of Bali. As the island is set to welcome more than 7 million international tourists in 2026, leaders are working around the clock to ensure tourists’ safety and ensure that all foreigners on the island are obeying the law. The mission of the …
Bali is ranked as the best travel destination in the world for 2026, by TripAdvisor. Here at The Bali Sun, we agree, though we might be biased. We love this island, its culture, its nature, and the people, and we, of course, recommend that everyone come and visit. We are also realists, and journalists, we …
Tourists visiting Bali’s southern coast this week must be extra aware of their surroundings. While the height of the rainy season always brings the risk of extra high waves, with this week’s full moon impacting the ocean, the risk of tidal swells is dramatically increased. The Bali Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency has issued early …
Bali and Indonesia nationwide are experiencing one of the worst rainy seasons in living memory, and there are still many months to go. As areas of Sumatra have been devastated this week by unprecedented flooding, and as many communities in Bali are still recovering from September’s disasters, leaders in the province are calling for a …
Tourists traveling to Bali are being urged by the island’s security and rescue agencies to take safety seriously. The calls follow emergency response teams’ two dangerous rescue missions in just one week. The first major rescue mission took place at Banyumala Waterfall in North Bali on Friday, 24th October. Speaking to reporters, Buleleng Police Public …
Tourists traveling to Bali are being given new assurances that safety will always remain a priority at top attractions. The Indonesian Recreational Park Business Association (PUTRI) Bali has issued updated statements confirming that it will support Governor Koster’s plans to offer 24/7 integrated support to tourists. The Chairperson of the Indonesian Recreational Park Business Association …
Tourists traveling to Bali are advised to assess their health and fitness before committing to itineraries and boarding their flights. The calls come after a series of emergencies have been recorded by medical teams in Bali responding to foreigners in need. This week has seen natural disasters and unseasonable weather hit headlines in Bali, followed …
The Indonesian Government has pledged to review all trekking and hiking standards in the country following the death of a Brazilian tourist on Lombok’s Mount Rinjani. The promise of a review comes after dozens of incidents over the last five years of tourists becoming lost, injured, and in tragic cases even dying on the country’s …
Parents and guardians traveling to Bali with children this high season are being warned, once again, about the dangers of black henna. All along Bali’s most popular beachfronts and resort areas, temporary henna tattoos are offered to passing tourists. However, in some tragic circumstances, these moments of temporary holiday fun can turn into lifelong scars. …