Indonesia is one of the most culturally and spiritually diverse nations on earth. While a majority Muslim nation, Hinduism is widely observed across the country, including in Bali, where Balinese Hinduism is the predominant faith. Over in Java, the month-long Prambanan Shiva Festival is underway, and for Bali tourists seeking a little extra cultural immersion, …
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Bali has just been named the number one tourism destination in the world in TripAdvisor’s Best of the Best Tourism Destinations in 2026. As the travel sector celebrates this massive achievement, tourism leaders in Bali are issuing warnings about complacency. It is no surprise that Bali has been named the number one travel destination in …
With Bali’s Natural Resources Conservation Agency (BKSDA) instructing the end of elephant riding at tourism attractions on the island, there are hopes that the tide is starting to turn on unethical wildlife tourism in the region. As of the 1st January 2026, Bali Zoo ceased to offer elephant rides for tourists, though the official announcement wasn’t …
Indonesia sits right in the Pacific Ring of Fire. Bali is home to active volcanoes and experiences earthquakes on a regular basis. Seismic activity is a normal part of day-to-day life in Indonesia and something that all tourists must be aware of when they travel to the region. Indonesia’s Mount Semeru in Lumajang, East Java, …
Seminyak is Bali’s best timeliness destination. From vast expansive white sand beaches to top-notch hotels, incredible restaurants, and bouchie beach clubs, here at The Bali Sun, we can never get enough of Seminyak. From Double Six Beach to Petitenget Beach, from the markets to the boutiques, from the warungs to the fine-dining restaurants, Seminyak seamlessly brings all worlds …
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 …
Here at The Bali Sun, we are seeing a trend emerging. In 2026 we think that the rise of the multi-stop vacation from Bali is going to be huge. With so much to discover both within Bali Province and around the Indonesian Archipelago, whether tourists stay on the island or adventure across regions, a multi-stop …
At face value, to the uninitiated, Bali may appear to be one island with one universal cultural experience. In fact, nothing could be further from the truth. Bali is, in fact, made up of nine distinct regencies that each have a truly unique culture and landscape of their own. Want to read more? Our Bali …
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 …
Nearly 24 years after the Bali Bombing attacks of October 2002, Bali has confirmed that a new museum will be opened on the land where the attack took place. The Bali Bombings killed 202 people, including 88 Australian nationals. The Regent of Badung, Wayan Adi Arnawa, has received a visit from the Australian Consul General, …
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 …