Bali Expands Patrols at Tourist Locations
In the coming months, there will be more tourist police officers at Bali’s most popular spots. For over a year now, officers from this unit have been helping visitors on site, explaining the rules and…
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Climbs Stopped on Mount Ijen After Tourist Disappears
A tourist went missing on 18 February at one of Java’s most beautiful natural landmarks, Mount Ijen. The search is still ongoing and, despite favourable weather, rescuers have not yet been able to fin…
Tourist Police Station Now Open in Kuta
The Bali Tourism Police Station has started operating in Kuta. This is a dedicated service point in the most touristy area, where both travelers and locals can go — to file a report quickly, receive c…
New Safety Rule for Tourist Motorbike Rentals in Bali
Ahead of the big Balinese holiday (from November 18 to 20 the island celebrates Galungan), the local police launched Operation “Zebra.” There are more inspectors at busy intersections, with nearly 1,7…
Bali Wants Foreign Crime Off the Island
Bali’s authorities are seriously concerned that some visitors have started mistaking hospitality for complete impunity. Officials are increasingly calling for Bali’s unique atmosphere to be protected…
Foreigner Kidnapped in Bali: One Held, Six Still Wanted
Bali Police are investigating the alleged kidnapping of 28-year-old Ukrainian national Ihor Komarov. One foreign national with the initials CH has been detained in West Nusa Tenggara. Police describe…
Tragic Accident in Bali: Tourist Dies After Bike Crash
A 29-year-old American, Mackenzie David Lamken, died in an accident in Bali on October 28. The crash occurred in the village of Kemenuh, Gianyar. The Yamaha Fazzio bike he was riding collided with a T…
Tourism Ministry Issues New Safety Guidelines
Indonesia is a thriving tourist region with incredible islands and nature. Every year, millions of tourists from around the world flock here for the sun, waves, and new experiences. However, it’s impo…
Canggu Clears the Clutter: Say Goodbye to Messy Overhead Wires!
The Regent of Badung, I Wayan Adi Arnawa, and his deputy, Bagus Alit Sucipta, ceremoniously cut the wires of cable television on one of the streets in Canggu. This marked the launch of a large street…
Bamboo Eco-Resort in Tabanan Destroyed by Fire
On August 15, 2025, one of the most famous eco-resorts on the island, Ulaman Eco Luxury Resort, burned down in the village of Buwit in Tabanan. The flames engulfed the buildings during the day, and st…
