Bali’s Governor, Wayan Koster, has been making more frequent visits to Jakarta to discuss increased investment in tourism development and provincial infrastructure with the Indonesian Central Government. As Bali is one of Indonesia’s largest contributors to the national GDP, Governor Koster believes the province needs more financial support to improve services for both residents and the 7.5 million...
Bali’s Kintamani is one of the fastest-growing destinations on the island. Located in the landlocked Bangli Regency, Kintamani has long been seen as the gateway to Mount Batur. Over the last few years, however, Kintamani has blossomed into a destination in its own right, and to help keep things sustainable, entry fees have been introduced. The Kintamani Special Tourism Area (KSPK) covers...
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 found in East Java. The peak is one of the most...
There are many landmarks and cultural heritage sites in Bali that are world famous. Whether it be the Ulun Danu Beratan Temple floating on the lake or the iconic Kelingking Beach viewpoint in Nusa Penida, Bali has more than its fair share of bucket list destinations. There is, however, one spot that has caught travelers’ attention for over a decade. During the first wave of social media...
Bali’s most sacred volcano will be closed to the public for the next month. Mount Agung, which is Bali’s tallest and most spiritually significant peak, will be closed for cleaning ceremonies; this means that all tourist visits and hikes will be prohibited. Here at The Bali Sun, we keep our readers up to speed with the latest news on the island and upcoming events that may impact travel...
As one of Bali’s fastest-growing tourism hotspots, Kintamani has seen a surge in visitors, and recently, this beautiful region has garnered attention for its new visitor fees. Kintamani, once merely a coffee stop for those heading to Mount Batur, is now a prominent destination offering breathtaking views of the volcano, incredible coffee roasters, and much more. However, a recent wave of social media...
Lake Batur is one of the most ecologically important landmarks in Bali; it also holds huge cultural and spiritual significance and is seeing a surge in interest from both domestic and international tourists. As more attention is falling on the lake, local leaders have committed to keeping it cleaner and in better condition. The Bangli Regency Government, which is in charge of the whole...
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