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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.
Mar. 1, 2026
Several international flights departing from I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport have experienced schedule adjustments or cancellations due to airspace closures in a number of countries.
Mar. 1, 2026
Several international routes at I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport have been affected by airspace closures in a number of countries, resulting in delays and cancellations as of Saturday night.
Feb. 28, 2026
Police in North Kuta have stepped up patrols following public complaints over ongoing snatch theft incidents in the area, as well as concerns related to recent flooding.
Feb. 28, 2026
Flooding along Jalan Wana Segara in Kuta has significantly disrupted tourism activity, with visitor numbers to Pantai Jerman reported to have dropped by approximately 80 percent in recent days.
Feb. 27, 2026
A joint search and rescue (SAR) team successfully evacuated a crew member suffering from a heart condition from a vessel in Bali waters on Friday (Feb 27, 2026).
Feb. 26, 2026
Rainwater continued to inundate sections of Jalan Wanasegara in Banjar Segara, Kuta, on Thursday (Feb 26, 2026), particularly along the stretch from the exit of Pantai Jerman to near the Banjar Segara intersection (Patung Baruna).
Feb. 26, 2026
The Chair of Commission IV of the Badung Regional Legislative Council (DPRD), I Nyoman Graha Wicaksana, has called for a comprehensive evaluation following flooding that affected parts of Kuta District, including Kuta, Legian, and Seminyak, after three consecutive days of heavy rain ending Tuesday (Feb 24, 2026).
Feb. 25, 2026
The Public Works and Spatial Planning Agency (DPUPR) of Badung Regency continues to handle standing water in several tourism areas after heavy rainfall triggered flooding on Tuesday (Feb 24, 2026).
Feb. 25, 2026
A 53-year-old foreign national from Hong Kong holding British citizenship has been arrested in Kuta, Badung, after police seized more than 1.4 kilograms of cocaine.
Feb. 25, 2026
Public Order Agency (Satpol PP) officers in Badung Regency have summoned the investor of a condotel project in Cemagi Village, Mengwi District, for a second time on Tuesday (Feb 24), instructing the developer to adjust the building to comply with its approved construction permit.
Ogoh-ogoh are giant effigies paraded through villages across Bali on the night before Nyepi. This tradition, held during Pengerupukan, symbolizes the purification of negative forces and has become one of the island’s most visually striking cultural events.
The Bali Provincial Government has released the official Calendar of Events 2026, outlining cultural festivals, sports events, exhibitions, and public activities scheduled throughout the year.
Nyepi is Bali’s annual Day of Silence, observed as the Saka New Year by Balinese Hindus. Marked by a complete pause in public activity across the island, Nyepi reflects deep cultural values of reflection, balance, and harmony with nature.
Kuta Beach is one of Bali’s most well-known coastal destinations, offering easy access, a long shoreline, and a key role in the island’s tourism history.
Indonesia requires foreign visitors to meet specific passport validity rules before entry. This guide explains the minimum validity requirements, common mistakes, and what travelers should check before visiting Indonesia.
Kelingking Beach is one of Bali’s most recognizable natural landmarks, known for its dramatic cliff formation and sweeping ocean views. This guide explains where it is, how to get there, what to expect on site, and important safety tips for visitors.