Badung Regency Advances Plans for Quality, Sustainable Tourism Transformation
The Badung Regency government in Bali is working with tourism stakeholders and academics to transform the sector toward quality, sustainable tourism. Key measures include infrastructure development in North Badung, greater use of traditional Balinese security guards (pecalang), and parking reorganization in Kuta.
Badung Regent I Wayan Adi Arnawa outlined the regency's tourism strategy during a joint forum with tourism industry stakeholders held in Mangupura on Wednesday, emphasizing efforts to build consensus among tourism stakeholders, academics, and industry players toward quality tourism development.
One key strategy involves prioritizing infrastructure and connectivity development in North Badung before opening new tourism destinations there. The regent noted that building destinations before establishing proper access often creates problems later, and said infrastructure will be tailored to each area's characteristics.
The regency government also plans to optimize the role of Bali's traditional community security guards, known as pecalang, at tourist sites to maintain order, comfort, and safety—factors considered essential for visitor experience.
Additionally, for the main tourist area of Kuta, the government is developing parking pockets to reduce traffic congestion and improve the area's appearance, alongside pedestrian walkway improvements to address the issue of streets being used as informal parking spaces.
Things to Consider
When visiting Kuta, be aware that reduced roadside parking may affect traffic patterns and parking availability, so consider using public transport or ride-hailing apps. As new tourism development in North Badung proceeds in stages, check current road access and infrastructure updates before planning visits to that area. If you encounter pecalang (traditional community security) at tourist sites, recognize them as maintaining local order and follow their guidance for a safer experience.
Source: ANTARA News Bali