For ocean lovers seeking a real aquatic adventure, Indonesia is surely the ultimate destination. Bali is one of the world’s most in-demand surf and diving destinations. With the opportunity to ride iconic waves and mingle amongst Southeast Asia’s most rapidly evolving surf scene, it’s easy to see why Bali is both the gateway to the …
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Bali tourism development in Bali continues to boom, and the issue of transportation continues to grow. As leaders are working to develop everything from new bus lanes to tram systems, railway networks, and a new international airport, some tourism developers are looking into the viability of floating airports and seaplane travel along the island’s coast. …
Bali lovers are worried that they will have to start looking into alternative vacation destinations if provincial leaders go ahead with ideas to raise the newly introduced Bali Tourism Tax Levy to USD 50 per person. Currently, the IDR 150,000 fee (USD 10) is only being paid by around 40% of eligible tourists. As leaders …
Political and community leaders in Bali are coming together to find new ways to help protect peace and order on the island. The collaborations are coming into effect as leaders feel there has been another rise in the number of foreigners behaving badly on the island, disrespecting local culture and breaking the law. It has …
The acting governor of Bali, Sang Made Mahendra Jaya, issued more statements this week regarding the behavior of a small minority of foreigners in Bali. The Acting Governor is pressing for tougher measures against foreigners, which is causing problems in the province. Speaking from Nusa Dua on Thursday, 13th June, the Acting Governor of Bali …
Following a rise in reports of foreigners behaving badly in Bali, and as the high season gets underway, the Indonesian Minster for Tourism and Creative Economies, Sandiaga Uno, is calling on both alcohol vendors and tourists to act with great responsibility. Minister Uno’s comments come as an investigation remains underway into a British man who …
One of Asia’s most loved low-cost airlines has announced not one but two new direct flights to Bali. AirAsia, which is one of the most popular airlines in South East Asia is making it even easier for tourists to explore the region, Bali included. The new routes will fly directly between Phuket in Thailand and …
Once upon a time, tourists and travelers heading to Bali had to make their way around the island armed only with a hand-me-down copy of Lonely Planet and perhaps a scrap of paper with the names of a few places they must visit. Want to read more? Our Bali Sun Premium Members always get full …
The latest travel data for Bali’s I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport has been revealed. The figures show that the number of arrivals continues to rise, and with the high seasons just around the corner, Bali hopes that 2024 will be the year that travel numbers surpass pre-pandemic levels. Data for April 2024 reveals that …
The latest travel data shows that Bali is soaring in popularity with tourists from Europe. The Island of the Gods has long been the vacation destination of choice for Australian tourists, and this year it seems Bali is topping the charts with tourists from Europe too. With international flights to Bali more accessible than ever …
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With so many travel opportunities presenting themselves to Bali tourists it’s hard to known where to start when it comes to figuring out which ‘Bali add-on destinations’ to choose from. Want to read more? Our Bali Sun Premium Members always get full access to our best content, ad-free!