Officials Condemn Tourist Scandal on Sumba Island
Developing tourism beyond Bali is not an easy task. The Indonesian authorities have already faced their first challenge: a viral video about extortion on Sumba has sparked a public outcry.
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Scandal Over PARQ Ubud Closure Continues
The controversy surrounding the closure of PARQ Ubud, also known as the “Russian Village,” continues to unfold. Bali Police Chief, General Inspector Daniel Adityajaya, has announced the launch of an o…
"I thought it was an endless orgy." A participant of the kink party revealed details of sex parties in Bali
We decided to find out what to expect from such parties in Bali — they are regularly held on the island — from one of the participants.
If a girl doesn't want any problems with the local police and the people we'll be talking about next, the interview will remain anonymous.
Foreigner Causes Disturbance in Kerobokan
A foreigner caused chaos in Kerobokan, breaking into a local resident’s home, smashing a glass window of a nearby shop, and even attempting to steal a parked motorcycle.
Bali Authorities Assure Tourists Unaffected by Nationwide Protests
Bali authorities assure that the island remains calm and safe, even though there have been mass protests in other Indonesian cities in recent days.
Bali’s Head of Tourism Department, I Wayan Sumardjaya, noted that the tourism life on the island continues as usual: hotels are full, beaches are crowded, and tours are operating on schedule. "Activit…
Paragliders Stir Uproar Over Bali Temple Flight
A new controversy has erupted in Bali over tourist activities.
A video has circulated online, allegedly showing a paraglider flying over the Gunung Payung Temple in the village of Kutuh on Bukit. For Balinese Hindu culture, this is considered a serious offense —…
Official Test Finds No Counterfeit Rice on Bali Market
Rice is the foundation of Indonesian cuisine. The locals are well-versed in the varieties, can distinguish taste and texture, and often stick to their favorite brand. The quality of grains is taken se…
Bali Cracks Down: New Rules Every Tourist Needs to Know
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…
Corruption Scandal at Jakarta’s Airport: 71 Immigration Officers Fired for Extortion
Many visitors to Indonesia have encountered not only the country’s positive aspects but also issues like corruption among officials. Recently, 71 immigration officers at Jakarta’s Soekarno-Hatta Airpo…
Foreign Woman Detained at Bali Airport for Attempting to Smuggle Cocaine
Authorities at Bali’s Ngurah Rai International Airport have detained an Argentinian woman who arrived on a flight from Dubai after she attempted to smuggle 323.76 grams of cocaine into the country.
