🎯 STRisker: Bulletin - Klungkung, Indonesia
Indonesia's tourist hotspot goes all-in on legitimate vacation rentals
Nusa Penida Cracks Down on Unlicensed Accommodations
Here's the wake-up call for Nusa Penida's accommodation scene: no more flying under the radar. This Indonesian paradise just dropped new rules requiring every single accommodation on the island (yes, every single one) operates with proper licensing by 2026. Currently, a whopping 90% of accommodations on Nusa Penida are running without official permits.
This wasn't a sudden decision. The regulatory groundwork was laid April 23, 2024, when Klungkung Regency enacted Perda No. 3/2024, establishing a comprehensive tourism development framework. This master plan set quality standards and sustainable tourism protocols for the entire region, including Nusa Penida.
The enforcement timeline accelerated quickly.
ASITA (Association of the Indonesian Tours and Travel Agencies) Bali and Klungkung officials met December 13 to address Nusa Penida tourism plans.
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For vacation rental hosts, the implications are straightforward: legitimize your operation or shut it down. Obtain proper permits, meet safety standards, and operate within designated tourism zones. For travelers, this represents a meaningful upgrade: booking confidence backed by actual regulatory oversight rather than optimistic reviews.
Bali Tourists Can Soon Book Stays In Nusa Penida With More Confidence
— The Bali Sun (@thebali_sun) January 21, 2026
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Nusa Penida is proving that even paradise needs proper regulation. The island's wild west era is ending, and its professional tourism future is just beginning.
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