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Four people swimming in turquois waters near a cliff

Sep 8, 202615 min read

The Best Things to Do in Bali

Lines of colorful beach umbrellas on the sand at Kuta in Bali, Indonesia.

Aug 24, 202610 min read

A Guide to Navigating Overtourism in Bali

People traveling across water by boat to reach a temple in the morning.

Jul 24, 20268 min read

22 Things to Know Before Visiting Bali

Mists on mountains in Bali rainy season.

Jul 9, 20266 min read

9 Tips for Visiting Bali on a Budget

A stone figure with a green mossy covering; a temple is in the background.

Jul 1, 202611 min read

See the Best of Bali on This 7-Day Itinerary

Rice terraces north of Ubud in Bali, Indonesia.

Jun 24, 20266 min read

When Is the Best Time to Visit Bali?

Islanders with colorful clothing and umbrellas take part in a Melasti procession near Jimbaran in Bali during Nyepi.

Apr 27, 20269 min read

How to Get the Best Out of Nyepi in Bali

Aling Aling Waterfall in Bali vs Ao Phang-Nga in Phuket. iStock

Apr 2, 20268 min read

Phuket vs Bali: Which Divine Southeast Asian Island Will It Be?

A red car drives down a hill towards a beach in a tropical destination

Mar 24, 20267 min read

How to Get Around in Bali

Hikers walk along the ridge of a mountain. Silhouettes of other mountains are visible through mist in the distance.

Mar 20, 20268 min read

7 Gorgeous Hikes in Bali You Can't Miss

Pura Batu Bolong Temple on Bali. Sergii Figurnyi/Shutterstock

Jan 16, 20268 min read

How to Explore Bali, Indonesia with Kids

Seseh Beach in Bali, Indonesia. Gekko Gallery/Shutterstock

Jan 3, 20265 min read

5 Best Beaches in Bali, from Surfing Heaven to Family Fun

Pura Ulun Danu Bratan in Bali. Zen Wuak / Shutterstock

Oct 23, 20256 min read

Two-Way Ticket: Why Bali and Vietnam’s Cam Ranh Make a Perfect Beach Wellness Retreat

Ocean rock with hole near Pura Batu Bolong temple, Bali, Indonesia

Aug 26, 20259 min read

A Guide to Bali

Rice fields with a cloud-shrouded mountain in the background

Aug 5, 20254 min read

How Many Places Can I Visit in Bali in a Week?

Ogoh-ogoh parade to celebrate Nyepi (Balinese new year) at Kilometer Zero (KM.0) in Bali Island

Mar 3, 20258 min read

Everything Travelers Need to Know About Bali’s “Day of Silence”

Bali is home to great dishes like bakso (pictured at Bakso Rudi), a build-your-own soup that works just as well for breakfast as it does for lunch or dinner. Ian Neubauer for Lonely Planet

Oct 9, 20247 min read

8 Amazing Places to Eat and Drink in Bali Right Now

Bali is the latest tourist destination to introduce a tourism tax © Shutterstock

Feb 13, 20244 min read

Traveling to Bali? Prepare to Pay a New Tourist Fee from Today

A scenic road trip route through Bali, Indonesia

Oct 27, 20237 min read

Bali's 5 Best Road Trips, Plus Tips on Scooter Hire and More

A group of friends browsing merchandise at market stalls while exploring in Bali, Indonesia

Mar 4, 20223 min read

Bali Will End Costly Quarantine Rule for Travelers on March 14

Behind the screen at a Wayang Kulit shadow puppet theater, Bali

Jan 26, 202211 min read

14 Free Things to Do in Bali for Paradise Without the Price Tag

Tourist crosses a wooden suspension bridge in the tropical forest of Bali Island. Mist shrouds the jungle near Ubud, Bali, Indonesia., License Type: media, Download Time: 2025-11-06T18:42:59.000Z, User: katelyn.perry_lonelyplanet, Editorial: false, purchase_order: 65050 - Digital Destinations and Articles, job: wip, client: wip, other: Katelyn Perry

Oct 21, 20212 min read

Bali Is Now Open to Travelers from 19 Countries - but There Are No Direct International Flights Yet

AMED, BALI - November 2022: Woman next to the wooden trays for the sea salt production in Amed, Bali, License Type: media, Download Time: 2025-03-01T19:36:01.000Z, User: Ppeterson948, Editorial: true, purchase_order: 56530 - Guidebooks, job: Global Publishing WIP, client: Global Publishing WIP, other: Pia Peterson Haggarty

Nov 6, 20202 min read

This Stunning Bali Hotel Is Winning Hearts with Its Ultra-Stylish Design

A scenic tropical landscape in Bali, Indonesia

Aug 24, 20202 min read

Bali Will Not Open to International Visitors in September After Postponing Tourism Date

A wide shot of baby turtles making their way toward the water on a beach.

Aug 6, 20202 min read

Endangered Sea Turtles Released into the Wild in Bali After Rescue Mission

Morning Surf in Santa Cruz, CA, License Type: media, Download Time: 2025-11-11T18:26:30.000Z, User: meg3348277, Editorial: false, purchase_order: 56530 - Guidebooks, job: Global Publishing-WIP, client: Lonely Planet 'Journey - Pacific Coast Highway 1', other: Megan Cassidy

Sep 30, 20192 min read

New Laws in Indonesia Could Affect LGBTQ Travellers in Popular Spots Like Bali

Get away from the crowds on Bali to enjoy the quieter, rural side of local life and the island's beautiful landscapes in places like Tirta Gangga. John Harper / Getty Images

Jul 5, 20176 min read

Off the Tourist Trail in Bali: The Best Less-Visited Spots

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