It is now easier than ever to travel between Bali and Lombok. As two of Indonesia’s most in-demand travel destinations, improved connectivity between the two islands is welcome news to tourists seeking to add a little extra adventure to their vacation and explore more of what the archipelago has to offer. A new direct fast …
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Bali is considered one of the safest tourist destinations in the world. In this world, there are destinations that tourists are advised not to visit for safety reasons, and others that holidaymakers have issues with because they require a series of strict safety measures to adhere to if they dare to make the trip. In …
Better never stops in Bali’s tourism sector. With more than half of the province’s GDP generated from tourism both political and business leaders on the island are always striving to improve. The Bali Government have confirmed that it is working on a plan to introduce new policy that will help improve tourists experience of the …
Bali is one of the most adaptable tourism destinations in the world. As a travel destination, Bali is one of the most responsive to trends and keen to deliver. This capacity to pivot and change at a moment’s notice is one of the many reasons why the island is the number one travel destination in …
Tourists traveling to Bali and across Indonesia must always be on alert for volcanic eruption alerts. Indonesia sits within the Pacific Ring of Fire, and Bali is home to two active volcanoes, Mount Batur and Mount Agung. This week, seismologists are closely watching Mount Semeru on Bali’s neighbouring island of Java. Mount Semeru can be …
Wellness is one of the biggest travel trends in 2026. In fact, it’s been a growing phenomenon for nearly a decade, but with demand for wellness travel hitting a fever pitch, destinations around the world are working to welcome wellness-focused travelers in new ways. As ever, Bali is ahead of the game and is attracting …
It has been three years since Bali published its list of Do’s and Don’ts for travelers. The list of acceptable behavior from visitors was hoped to set a new precedent for tourists, admitting a rise in unruly and disrespectful behavior. As the island is expecting to welcome a record-breaking number of tourists in 2026, the …
In the grand scheme of things, Bali is one of the most affordable and accessible travel destinations in the world. That being said, it is a destination that can secretly become expensive very quickly, and we’re not talking about the temptations of exploring Uluwatu’s gorgeous shopping boutiques. From restaurant taxes to destination entry fees, to …
Traveling in Bali is getting easier by the day. From 5G connectivity to apps for transport and travel, it has never been easier to explore the island. A new digital payment system, rapidly adopted by international travelers, is making it easier than ever to spend and experience Bali with just the click of a button. …
Here at The Bali Sun, we’ve just been discussing how it kind of felt like the rainy season was never going to end. With Bali and Indonesia experiencing one of the most devastating rainy seasons in living memory over the last six months, there is a gentle sigh of relief being released across the archipelago …
Indonesia’s TransNusa Airlines is set to launch a new flight service that will connect Indonesia and Singapore. The airline is also set to increase its flight frequencies from Bali, Singapore, Jakarta, and Yogjakarta, improving connectivity both internationally and domestically. It has been confirmed that TransNusa Airlines will expand its service network starting mid-April 2026 by …
In light of the conflict in the Middle East and the impact on energy prices, Idnoenisa has ordered its civil servants to work from home. With the policy now taking effect after the Eid al-Fitr public holidays, Bali Immigration has confirmed that the situation will not affect tourists. Speaking to the media, Bali’s Ngurah Rai …