Bali has experienced a demographic shift in tourists since the pandemic, marked by an increase in budget travelers, digital nomads, and expats. Local politician Agung Bagus Pratiksa Linggih expressed concerns over declining tourist quality and the rise of illegal homestays. Restaurant owner Paul Werner acknowledged a surge in crime linked to drunken and unruly tourists, primarily Westerners. Recent incidents, such as the murder of an Australian man, underline the criminality associated with changing visitor behavior, raising questions about the safety and reputation of Bali as a tourist destination.
Bali politician Agung Bagus Pratiksa Linggih noted an influx of long-term budget travelers post-pandemic, stressing that local services struggle to accommodate them.
Paul Werner, owner of PaD Bar and Grill, highlighted a change in tourism post-Covid, pointing out that crime often follows tourist influx, particularly among intoxicated Western visitors.
The island recently witnessed a tragic shooting involving Australian tourists, indicating a trend of increasing crime associated with the changing demographics of visitors to Bali.
Balinese police are investigating the murder of an Australian man, reportedly an outcome of rising tensions and unruly behavior among tourists, particularly from Australia.
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