As Lombok is preparing to host the MotoGP, Bali is hopeful that the major international sporting event will help connect tourism between the two provinces in an even deeper way. Bali and Lombok are two of Indonesia’s most popular tourist destinations, attracting millions of domestic and international visitors each year. The Lombok Mandalika MotoGP racing …
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Wellness tourism is the trend that is here to stay. With the wellness industry worth billions of dollars every year, Bali is certainly making the most of how this important space perfectly aligns with the island’s natural talent for tourism. Indonesia’s Minister for Tourism, Widiyanti Putri Wardhana, has been vocal about her commitment to grow …
One of the most exciting aspects of a vacation in Bali is learning about the island’s ancient culture. Here at The Bali Sun, we are forever deepening our understanding of Balinese culture and finding new ways to share the island’s inspiring heritage with our readers. Sometimes, though, it’s good to go back to basics. Balinese …
Tourists traveling long-haul to Bali are soon to have more options than ever to travel to the Island of the Gods. Typically, long-haul travelers to Bali lay over in Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, or Dubai. AirAsia has just announced new plans that will connect tourists to Kuala Lumpur and Europe, making connections to Bali quicker and …
Nusa Penida is one of Bali’s most in-demand destinations, and it is easy to see why. The island is undeniably beautiful, increasingly accessible, and home to luxury hotels that appear in glossy travel magazines. As Nusa Penida becomes even more popular, tourists are being encouraged to explore more off-path destinations on the island, and here …
East Bali is one of the island’s most underrated areas, if you ask us. Here at The Bali Sun, we love a little East Bali escape, and we’ll tell you why. First, East Bali is a low-key home to some of the best beaches in the province. Second, East Bali is home to genuinely breathtaking …
Bali is a destination that has become synonymous with luxury and partying, but long before the island was Asia’s hottest party destination, the island attracted tourists who were deeply interested in the province’s history and culture. In 2026, these kinds of tourists are becoming fewer and further between. Of course, everyone is a little bit …
Once upon a time, we could jet off on vacation for two weeks and not be contacted by folks back home, for better or for worse. We’d have to wait to get our vacation snap developed and printed, and would proudly show them to friends and family in a beautiful bound photo album. With phones …
Bali Airport is one of Indonesia’s busiest airports, welcoming millions of passengers every year. The airport has long worked to upgrade facilities to make travel more comfortable, and this Independence Day, it opened new facilities to the public. Bali’s I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport is operated by PT Angkasa Pura Indonesia (Persero), which is …
Bali is a province that is many things to many people. To more than 4 million people, this province is home. For more than 7.5 million international travelers every year, this island is the vacation destination of dreams, and for more than 150,000 foreign workers, investors, business owners, and spouses, it is the place where …
Fast boats are one of the most important transportation links for tourists traveling to Bali. Fast boat providers connect tourists with destinations like Nusa Penida, Nusa Lembongan, the Gili Islands and Lombok, and for years the operation’s safety standards have been a point of intense focus. With Benoa Harbour now functioning as the Bali Maritime …
As Bali is on track to smash tourism targets in 2026, the issue of cultural respect is becoming increasingly important. While the vast majority of tourists visiting Bali respect local culture and behave in a way that is socially considerate, there are some people who choose not to adapt their behaviour to be considerate of …