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Mount Batur is one of Bali’s most impressive natural landscapes. The active volcano receives thousands of tourists every week, both those who make the trek to the summit and those who take part in sunrise jeep tours on its black-sand slopes. While the majority of tourists respect the environment during their visit, it seems that … The post Tourists Hiking Bali’s Mount Batur Ordered To Show More Respect To Nature  appeared first on The Bali Sun.

It’s all happening in Bali this month. With the peak travel season now fully in swing and the long school holidays just around the corner, there are events every day of the week. We have parties, festivals, sports events, and cultural celebrations. June is one of the best times of year to be a tourist … The post Bali’s June Events Calendar Has Plenty For Tourists To Explore appeared first on The Bali Sun.

Here at The Bali Sun, we take travel safety very seriously indeed. From scams to theft, political unrest to natural disasters, part of our job as Bali’s leading English-language travel news outlet is to bring our readers up-to-the-minute information on travel safety. Right now, our live Travel Safety Index is giving an ‘elevated’ reading; here … The post The Bali Sun Travel Safety Index Reports ‘Elevated’ Safety Concerns For Tourists appeared first on The Bali Sun.

Bali is one of the world’s most incredible destinations for lovers of art and culture. With a wealth of artistic heritage to explore, tourists can get lost for days on end exploring museums, galleries, temples, palaces, and artisanal markets. It is fair to say that Bali is home to more than its fair share of … The post Tattoo Tourism Takes Off: With World-Class Artists Bali Has Travelers Flying In For Ink appeared first on The Bali Sun.

Bali is one of the most creative islands in the world, and it’s just one of the many reasons we love it here. It seems that Bali’s creativity knows no bounds, and this is not a new phenomenon. For centuries, Bali has been home to artisans and craftspeople who have literally woven the fabric of … The post Bali Tourists Have Chance To Help Save Struggling Traditional Crafts appeared first on The Bali Sun.

Everything is getting more expensive these days. Wouldn’t you agree? Here at The Bali Sun, we have seen the shoestring budget of $10 a day steadily increase dollar by dollar over the years. The question we get asked a lot is whether or not Bali is even an affordable destination anymore. Our quick answer is always … The post Can A $250 Budget Buy An Incredible Vacation In Bali? Here’s What Tourists Need To Know appeared first on The Bali Sun.

The Kura Kura Special Economic Zone is set to become Bali’s next biggest lifestyle and residential destination. The Indonesian Government is hopeful that Kura Kura will blossom into a global financial hub, while also becoming a pioneer in the knowledge, innovation, and education space. Within the Kura Kura Special Economic Zone sits the Mitsubishi Estate, … The post Mitsubishi Estate Looks To Make Bali Indonesia’s First ‘Shopping Island’ In New Tourism Zone appeared first on The Bali Sun.

It was only a couple of days ago that here at The Bali Sun, we were reporting on the unusually cool temperatures that are being felt across the island. Kintamani has been especially chilly this week, and how many of us have heard a strained “Aku dingiiiiiin” as we walk about in the early morning…just … The post Bali Identified By UN As At Risk Of Devastating El Niño In 2026: Here’s What Tourists Need To Know appeared first on The Bali Sun.

Here at The Bali Sun, we are always here to report on the latest news for travelers, and that includes updates from the Indonesian Immigration and the Ministry of Tourism. Huge news coming in from Jakarta right now that visa-free travel could be about to return for Bali’s top international arrivals. With the long school … The post Visa-Free Bali Travel Could Be About To Make A Comeback: What Tourists Need To Know appeared first on The Bali Sun.

If you were to ask local residents in Bali’s Ubud what they would like to see changed about their home, the first would be the traffic, and the second would be the state of the sidewalks. If you were to ask tourists, they would say the same thing. We know, here at The Bali Sun, … The post Bali’s Ubud Will Be More Walkable For Tourists By End Of 2026 appeared first on The Bali Sun.