Sidemen is the perfect travel destination in more ways than one. Offering opportunities for adventure and slow travel resets, there is a reason why Sidemen is featuring on all the ‘must-visit’ travel inspiration lists for Bali. Often touted as the new alternative to Ubud, Sideman has a unique vibe all of its own. While there …
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Cultural immersion is one of the most popular reasons why tourists travel to Bali. The island is home to a truly unique culture, and whether tourists are visiting for a classic beach vacation or a cultural retreat, the generosity of the Balinese people is hard to beat. One of the most popular and accessible ways …
Here at The Bali Sun, we have to admit that we love the low season. Even though it’s rainy, the fact that the island feels a little less busy, and everyone is moving at a pace that the weather dictates…not to mention the drop in prices…there is a lot to love about traveling to Bali …
Bali’s I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport has confirmed that Emirates will be cancelling its daily service from Dubai aboard the double-decker Airbus A380 plane. The news comes just as the Director General of Air Transportation at the Ministry of Transportation, Lukman F Laisa, revealed plans to increase Bali’s capacity to receive up to 55 …
After welcoming more than 7 million international tourists in 2025, Bali is now looking ahead to 2026 and the long-term future. The Ministry of Transportation has revealed plans to expand Bali’s I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport to help accommodate ambitious new tourism targets. Bali’s only commercial airport, I Gusti Ngurah Rai International, can currently …
One of Bali’s leading tourist attractions, Mason Elephant Park, has announced that it will be stopping elephant riding. The park is home to 27 critically endangered Sumatra elephants and has been the destination of choice for everyone from Kim Kardashian to Steve Irwin, Julia Roberts, and David Beckham. Speaking to reporters, the Head of the Bali …
Canggu has quickly become one of the most famous destinations in the world. Once a quaint coastal village, home to fishermen, farmers, and a few surfers as visitors, Canggu has been transformed into a fully-fledged tourism resort with beach clubs, huge hotels, retail hubs, and dozens of world-class eateries. The question on everyone’s lips is …
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, …
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 …