Bali’s Governor Has Weighed In On What Exactly Indonesia’s New ‘Sex Ban’ Means For Tourists

Bali’s governor confirmed tourists won’t be affected by Indonesia’s “sex ban” after the country introduced a sweeping new criminal code which features laws against non-marital sex and co-habitation before marriage. Considering Indonesia is such a hub for tourism, folks have been wondering what the new code will mean for both locals and visitors. Governor Wayan Koster said in a statement that folks who “visit or live in Bali would not need to worry about… the Indonesian Criminal Code”. He explained there wouldn’t be checks “on marital statuses at tourist accommodations like hotels, villas, guest houses or spas, or inspections by public officials or community groups”. Per CNN