Bali’s Benoa Port has undergone a huge renovation over the last five years and has been transformed into the Bali Maritime Tourism Hub. As the harbour fully embraces this new chapter, it is clear that the growth isn’t going to slow down; Benoa is now Indonesia’s national HQ for luxury cruise travel. The Benoa Port …
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Bali’s culture is rich and diverse; this is just one of the many reasons why more than 7 million international tourists visited the province in 2025. The Bali Provincial Government has just released the official events calendar for 2026, and it looks like this year is going to be even more culturally exciting than ever. …
Bali has once again been named in the Best of the Best Tourism Destinations in the world by TripAdvisor. Here at The Bali Sun, we know that Bali deserves to be in the top spot year after year, but it is fantastic to see that real travellers are also still just as excited about travel …
It is all happening down in Kuta right now. Here at The Bali Sun, we’re here to report to tourists everything they need to know to organise a fuss-free, safe, and enjoyable vacation in Bali. As major construction and conservation efforts are underway on Kuta Beach this week, tourists need to know what to expect. …
Jumbo news is coming out of the Island of the Gods: Bali Zoo has confirmed it is stopping elephant rides for tourists with immediate effect. The practice of riding elephants has received increasing amounts of criticism from animal welfare specialists and ethical tourism leaders worldwide over the last decade. Bali Zoo has confirmed it has …
The world’s top medical professionals are monitoring the spread of Influenza A (H3N2) subclade K, which has been identified as a super flu. As the virus spreads, Bali has already taken steps to monitor potential spread, including installing thermal cameras at Bali Airport to screen incoming tourists and residents. Health leaders in Bali have confirmed …
Padel is the fastest-growing sport in the world. The racket game is booming in popularity across Indonesia and has become a part of everyday life for thousands of people in Bali. With Padel clubs to be found in almost all of Bali’s biggest tourism destinations, demand for the sport is clear; the island is about …
Tourists in Bali have been urged to take note of extreme weather warnings issued by the Bali Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency. With Indonesia in the height of the rainy season, extreme weather events are being recorded nationwide, including in Bali’s top tourism destinations. The Bali Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) has confirmed that …
Traffic is the last thing tourists want to be thinking about when they head on vacation. In fact, jetting off on holiday is the annual escape from commuter traffic and rush-hour congestion for millions of people. Still, in Bali, the traffic is an inescapable reality. In 2026, however, local leaders want to see major improvements. …
There is a lot to be excited about in terms of Bali travel in 2026. Australian tourists have long been Bali’s most frequent international arrivals, and it looks like 2026 will be another year when the special relationship deepens further. Bali’s Ngurah Rai International Airport is Indonesia’s second busiest airport and the gateway for millions …
Indonesia is one of the most exciting travel destinations in the world. As a warm and welcoming destination with so much to explore, it can be hard to know where to start. Here at The Bali Sun, we are always starting our hot takes on the best up-and-coming destinations, and now the Indonesian Ministry of Tourism is …
It is clear that 2026 will be another massive year for travel and tourism in Bali. Top tourism stakeholders are sharing insights on incoming travel trends to help tourists design vacations and travel itineraries that showcase the best of Bali this year. The Chairman of the Bali Travel Association, Putu Winastra, has been speaking to …