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January 30, 2026

Canggu Mall Development Still at Proposal Stage

MANGUPURA – Plans for a proposed shopping mall development in the Canggu area of North Kuta, Badung Regency, remain at – Read More...
January 26, 2026

New Zealand Man Held in Bali Detention for Four Months

DENPASAR, Bali — A New Zealand citizen has been held for more than four months at Denpasar Immigration Detention Center – Read More...
January 23, 2026

Bali Police Warn of Fake Ride-Hailing Theft

BADUNG, Bali — Indonesian police have warned tourists to remain vigilant while visiting North Kuta district in Bali’s Badung regency, – Read More...
January 21, 2026

Indonesia Busts Australia-Bound Chinese Human Smuggling Ring

JAKARTA, Indonesia — Indonesian immigration authorities have uncovered an international human smuggling ring that used Indonesia as a transit country – Read More...
January 20, 2026

Bali Named World’s Best Destination by TripAdvisor in 2026

DENPASAR – Bali has been named the world’s best travel destination by TripAdvisor as part of the Travelers’ Choice Awards: – Read More...
January 19, 2026

Bali Bans Elephant Riding Attractions

DENPASAR, Bali – Elephant riding attractions at zoos and conservation institutions have been officially banned in Bali, following widespread public – Read More...
January 17, 2026

Romanian Murder Suspect Located and Arrested in Bali

DENPASAR, Bali — Indonesian police have arrested an international fugitive from Romania who was on Interpol’s wanted list for a – Read More...
January 13, 2026

Mark Your Calendar: 13 Cultural Events to Experience in Badung, Bali in 2026

BADUNG, Bali — Planning a trip to Bali in 2026? Beyond beaches and sunsets, Badung Regency is preparing a year-long – Read More...
January 12, 2026

Bali to Require Proof of Funds for Foreign Visitors from 2026

GIANYAR, Bali — Bali’s provincial government is preparing tighter regulations for foreign tourists visiting the island, with proof of sufficient – Read More...
January 5, 2026

Russian Woman Found Dead in Bali, Left Note Requesting Cremation

BADUNG, Indonesia — A 50-year-old Russian national identified by the initials VG was found dead at a rented house in – Read More...