Aside from being Bali’s arts and culture capital, Ubud is also home to one of the most thriving coffee scenes on the island. Coffee and cafe culture in Bali and across Indonesia is a big deal, and Ubud’s Jalan Goutama is the perfect place to spend a day (or two) exploring each cozy nook the …
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Over the last few years, the quiet farming community of Sideman has been gaining increasing attention from travelers. As Ubud becomes busier and more developed, travelers are eager to find that sense of rustic charm and rural beauty that put Ubud on the map as a must-visit destination. Want to read more? Our Bali Sun …
Ubud in Bali is the island’s cultural capital. The gateway to the dense tropical jungles, and home to majestic temples and palaces, Ubud is a real wonder to explore. Increasingly, tourists are not just staying in Ubud to see what the town has to offer; visitors are frequently using Ubud as a launchpad to explore …
Bali has introduced spot-check drug tests on tourist drivers at top tourist attractions on the island. The first spot checks were conducted on Friday, April 19th. The spot checks are part of a wider mission to crack down on the use of drugs and tourist service providers driving and conducting work activities under the influence. …
Ubud is best known for its verdant tropical jungles and vast expanses of rice terraces. While hotels located in the heart of Ubud are surrounded by oasis gardens, resorts located just outside the arts and cultural capital often offer riverside views and total seclusion from the world. In 2025, Ubud is set to welcome a …
BaliSpirit Festival will return to Ubud from the 1st – 5th May 2024. This magnificent celebration of yoga, dance, music, healing, and life is one of the world’s leading yoga festivals, and festival lovers are advised to book their tickets now. The BaliSpirit Festival is a global celebration of yoga, dance, music and healing, bringing …
Tourism Villages are soaring in popularity with visitors to Bali right now. They give visitors the chance to see firsthand what life is like for local Balinese people and learn about culture, history, and the natural landscape. The most famous Tourism Village in Bali is Penglipuran Village in Bangli. This ancient village has been recognized …
On Sunday 14th, April, the roads of the popular resort of Ubud will be closed to honor the royal cremation at Puri Agung Ubud. For many Balinese people living in Ubud, this will be the first royal cremation of its kind in their lifetime, and tourists are welcome to observe part of the ceremony. Bali’s …
Security officers in Bali’s Ubud have been increasing patrols of the area to help reduce the risk of ‘incidents of thuggery’ against tourists. Ubud is Bali’s arts and culture capital and has seen a sharp rise in the number of tourists in the last few weeks. Following a sudden increase in the number of tourists …
Bali lovers are constantly on the lookout for the next best hidden gem, especially when it comes to spots in nature. Outdoor adventurers must look no further than the newly opened Temesi Waterfall, close to Ubud, for a crowd-free waterfall hidden deep in the jungle. Temesi Waterfall in Temesi Village in Gianyar Regency, just a …
With so much to see, do, and experience in Bali, tourists need to schedule a day or two (at least!) to totally chill out. While many tourists schedule serious downtime for the coast, with so much to tick off the bucket list in the arts and cultural capital of Ubud, tourists must be mindful not …
Bali is the home of bamboo architecture. From intimate treehouses to expansive shalas, multi-story mansions to romantic retreats, if you’re dreaming of waking up to the sound of nature and magical views of lush green rice paddies, dramatic volcano vista, or even the glistening ocean, Bali can offer you it’s all and more. Want to …