The Bali Police Criminal Investigation Department has announced that an Australian couple has been named suspects in a prostitution case. The foreigners, identified by the initials MJLG and LJLG, are…
The Amnes Spa salon in Nusa Dua is suspected by the police of providing illegal services involving minors. Despite this, continues to operate.
Spa can serve as a cover for a business involved in organizing prostitution with underage girls. Chief of Bali Law Enforcement Department, Deva Darmadi, has stated that measures are being taken to add…
The Association of Indonesian Tourist Guides (HPI) in Bali is sounding the alarm: Unlicensed foreign tour guides and workers are increasingly active on the island.
According to the head of the association, I Nyoman Nuarta, the situation is getting out of control. Illegal workers undermine Bali’s image, create unfair competition, and even have the potential to pr…
Bali’s Municipal Police (Satpol PP) conducted an operation in central Denpasar aimed at tackling illegal outdoor advertising.
During the operation, officers removed structures that were installed without permission on sidewalks, poles, trees, and other locations. All of them spoiled the appearance, interfered with infrastruc…
The Bali authorities are launching a large-scale cleanup of illegal accommodation and foreigners with overstayed visas. In the first months of 2025, the Ngurah Rai Immigration Office managed to open 4…
For many considering an extended stay in Southeast Asia—beyond the typical two-week vacation—the choice often narrows down to Bali or Thailand. Both destinations offer a long list of advantages, but a…
Bali Governor Wayan Koster stated that Bali is currently in chaos, and if the situation continues, the island’s tourism image could be seriously damaged. His statement came in response to numerous rep…
A two-week police operation 'Patuh 2025' ('Obedience') has started across Indonesia, including Bali.
From July 14 to 27, traffic police across all regions will check driver discipline and prepare for Road Safety Day, which is celebrated annually on September 19. The operation combines preventive meas…
The traffic police at Ngurah Rai Airport, in collaboration with state company Angkasa Pura I, which manages the airport, conducted a crackdown on illegal motorcycle parking around the parking building
On Monday, August 18, buildings caught fire at Bingin Beach, which were recently declared illegal and had begun to be dismantled. The remains of villas and cafes on the cliff caught fire. The former B…
