KUTA

Kuta is by far Bali’s best-known touristy hood—seriously, as in we should rename it “Touristland”. Located in the south, not so far from the airport, the beachy resort town is a magnet for backpackers and surfers and backpacking surfers with its hostels, clubs, and sandy beach—perfect for beginners. But it also has some pretty fancy resorts along the coast with premiere shopping, so you’ll find families there as well. If you want to get a piercing or tattoo whilst in Bali, there’s certainly no shortage of parlors waiting to do you up. Want to do some street shopping for stuff like cheap Bintang singlets and sunnies, then Kuta’s also your spot. Some people swear by it, but a lot of others hate it. Kuta’s certainly a polarizing spot and a favorite amongst a certain type of Aussie (aka bogans).
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Mr. Wayan and Expat Roasters bring their culinary and coffee specialties to the Kuta area

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Popular Bali nightlife spots Paddy’s and Sky Garden raided in police operation

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American arrested over assault of security guard at Bali’s Sky Garden

American arrested over assault of security guard at Bali’s Sky Garden

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Police catch opportunistic iPhone thief who was still trying to have phone unlocked

Police catch opportunistic iPhone thief who was still trying to have phone unlocked

Kuta Police’s Criminal Investigation Unit has reportedly caught a thief who stole an iPhone out of a guy’s motorbike in Tuban, Kuta.

Korean tourist missing after snorkeling at Kuta Beach

Korean tourist missing after snorkeling at Kuta Beach

Police have not been able to find a Korean man who disappeared while swimming at Kuta Beach in front of Beachwalk Shopping Center on Wednesday evening.

Armed robbery reported in Kuta, around Rp 800 million worth of currencies taken from money changer

Armed robbery reported in Kuta, around Rp 800 million worth of currencies taken from money changer

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