Bali’s Skyline Is About to Get Taller. Not Everyone Is Happy About It.
For decades, Bali's skyline has remained intentionally low. No skyscrapers. Few high-rises. Mostly temple roofs, palm trees, and open horizons. ...
Tag: Policy
Thailand Just Slashed Its Visa-Free Stay to 30 Days. Should Bali Do the Same?
Thailand has officially ended its 60-day visa-free experiment. The cabinet approved the decision on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, citing growing ...
Governor Koster Proposes Another Law to Control Foreign Tourists in Bali. But Will It Fix Anything?
Bali has a problem with foreign tourists. Or at least, its governor says so. On Monday, April 6, 2026, Governor ...
More Than a Script: Bali Mandates Local Aksara, Redefining Cultural Identity in the Global Marketplace
In a decisive move to safeguard its cultural distinctiveness, Bali’s governor has issued a stark directive: local products and businesses ...
A Bali Insurance Push: Tourism Board Backs Mandatory Local Coverage for International Visitors
In a move to streamline emergency response and financial protection, Bali's leading tourism association has endorsed a proposal to require ...
Bungee Jump at Bali’s Iconic Kelingking Cliff to be Closed Again Over Safety and Permit Issues
Authorities in Klungkung are set to seal a controversial bungee jumping attraction at the iconic Kelingking Cliff for a second ...
Over 70 Foreign Residents Received Indonesian ID Cards in Badung Last Year
Regency officials issued 71 special identity cards to foreign nationals in 2025, a process mandated for permanent residency permit holders, ...
Bali’s Immigration Forensic Lab Detects 10 Forged Passports in a Year, Issues Travel Advisory
The specialized unit at Ngurah Rai Airport examined 73 suspect documents in 2025, identifying fakes from several nations and reminding ...
Behind Bali’s Paradise Image: Why Homelessness Remains a Growing Challenge in Denpasar
DENPASAR, Bali — Beyond Bali’s carefully curated image of beaches, temples, and hospitality lies a quieter urban challenge, one faced ...
Komodo National Park to Cap Daily Visitors at 1,000 Starting April 2026
Responding to a post-pandemic tourism surge that strained the UNESCO site, authorities will implement a strict quota system and mandatory ...
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