Tourist Visits to Tanjung Benoa Marine Tourism Area Show Decline
Jan. 18, 2026
Visitor numbers to the marine tourism area of Tanjung Benoa, South Kuta, Badung, have shown a downward trend, affecting both domestic and international tourist segments.
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This page provides curated news and updates from Badung Regency, Bali, covering tourism areas such as Kuta, Seminyak, and Nusa Dua. Topics include travel advisories, public safety, local regulations, events, and developments affecting visitors and local communities.
Badung Regency Carries Out Sand Maintenance and Walkway Repairs at Kuta Beach
Jan. 18, 2026
The Badung Regency Government has begun a sand maintenance and beach reorganization program at Kuta Beach following erosion caused by coastal abrasion. The work is being carried out under the leadership of Badung Regent I Wayan Adi Arnawa and started on January 13, 2026.
Desa Adat Kuta Introduces Zoned Food Vendor Areas Along Kuta Beach
Jan. 17, 2026
Desa Adat Kuta has begun reorganizing food vendors along Kuta Beach in Badung, aiming to create a more orderly and comfortable beachfront environment for visitors. The initiative includes the construction of dedicated pergola-style stalls for food sellers, scheduled to begin operating by the end of January 2026.
ITDC Reports Stable Occupancy and Rising Visitor Numbers Across Key Tourism Zones in 2025
Jan. 17, 2026
InJourney Tourism Development Corporation (ITDC) recorded positive performance throughout 2025, particularly in the second half of the year, despite ongoing shifts in both national and global tourism dynamics.
Badung Adjusts Entrance Fees at Major Tourist Attractions Starting January 2026
Jan. 17, 2026
The Badung Regency Government has officially adjusted entrance fees at several leading tourist attractions, with the new rates taking effect from January 1, 2026. The policy applies to selected destinations managed under regional retribution schemes.
Interpol Red Notice Fugitive from Romania Arrested in Kerobokan Bali
Jan. 16, 2026
Indonesian police, working with Interpol, have arrested a Romanian national wanted for a violent crime in his home country. The suspect, Costinel Sosmin Zuleam (33), was detained in the Kerobokan area of North Kuta, Badung Regency, on Thursday (January 15).
Hammerhead Shark Found Stranded on Kuta Beach, Later Buried by Authorities
Jan. 16, 2026
A hammerhead shark was found stranded on Kuta Beach, near Popies 1 and Kutabex Market, on Thursday (January 15) at around 11:30 WITA. The shark was initially carried back out to sea by strong currents before washing ashore again the following morning.
Wellness and Cozy Living Trends Drive Premium Residential Demand in Canggu
Jan. 16, 2026
Shifting lifestyle preferences toward wellness living and cozy living are increasingly shaping the residential property market, particularly in global destinations such as Bali. Demand is rising for homes that offer not only accommodation, but also long-term quality of life, balance, and a sense of calm.
tiket.com Opens Bali Branch to Strengthen Eastern Indonesia Tourism Connectivity
Jan. 16, 2026
Indonesia’s online travel platform tiket.com has officially opened a new branch office in Bali, reinforcing the island’s role as a key tourism hub and gateway for travel to Eastern Indonesia.
Traffic Flow Improvements Reported After New Management Scheme in Kerobokan Kelod
Jan. 15, 2026
The Badung Regency Government has reported early positive results from new traffic management measures implemented in Kerobokan Kelod, North Kuta District, aimed at reducing congestion and improving vehicle flow in one of Bali’s busiest residential and commercial areas.