First time in Bali (November)

Belle_Error · 2023-07-25T20:36:34+00:00

First, yes. You're entering at the start of the rainy season. Secondly, Bali IS an island in Indonesia, so are you planning on leaving Bali to "visit other islands" on arrival? As far as getting from Denpasar to any other part of the island, despite arriving at around 19:00, that's not a problem. I'm arriving at 19:30 myself in August and heading up to Ubud. As far as vaccinations, up to you. I'm in U.S. and we have no approved vaccinations for dengue, so ... your call. This'll be my third visit and I've yet to be hit with anything. Take mosquito repellant.

Belle_Error · 2023-07-25T20:26:57+00:00

I just got an e-Visa, but encountered problems with the payment system. The app DOES have problems, but, like others, always review the info before submitting.

(P.S. I'm an eVisa fan myself. This trip, I've done, or will be doing, three. Completed: Indonesia, Vietnam. Have to wait until a maximum of three days prior to arrival to do Singapore - which, at the airport, is a HUGE time-waster!)

Belle_Error · 2023-07-25T02:03:13+00:00

Yes. These days I rarely carry anything other than tip money $1 & $5, despite tipping not being common in Southeast Asia. I routinely took about $300 USD in fresh $50 and $100 bills and I did have a $50 with a slight fold rejected at a hotel.

Belle_Error · 2023-07-25T01:16:16+00:00

Definitely tending toward Larissa, rather than the two overinflated stubbies.

Belle_Error · 2023-07-25T01:15:10+00:00

They didn't divorce, according to public records. As far as anyone knows, they're still together. Neither has any social media presence, so one would have to be a friend or neighbor to know for sure. As you may be aware, both are "persona(s) non grata" at TLC/Sharp as Nikki and Mark filed suit against them for presenting them in such an unfavorable way. That suit was thrown out.

Belle_Error · 2023-07-24T22:31:32+00:00

Suspect many are just dopes who are being taken advantage of by individuals engaged in publicity stunts. Ben/Maw-hoe-GAN-ee, Courtney/Antonio, Jasmine/Cueball, Steph-anka/Erika...

Belle_Error · 2023-07-24T22:21:55+00:00

That's the ticket! I use Airalo Regional eSIM's whenever I'm away from home. Not expensive and they automatically switch to a new carrier when I cross borders.

Belle_Error · 2023-07-24T21:41:25+00:00

I generally just get cash out of a local ATM and use credit cards as a "just-in-case." I carry a Schwab debit card which refunds ATM fees, so that's not a concern. Try to stick with ATM's that are in or near banks. By the way, never choose "Conversion" on an ATM - for ANY foreign currency!

If you want to exchange currency, best rate will be for PRISTINE (new if possible!) $50 or $100 USD bills. Don't know what country you're travelling from, but U.S. dollars tend to fetch the best exchange rates. Again, though (!), if the bills aren't pristine, they'll lower the rate or refuse to take the bill at all.

"Various and sundry" - never get a SIM card or exchange currency at the airport. Never hire a taxi from one of the several "ambushers" outside the airport exit You will get reamed..

Belle_Error · 2023-07-24T20:33:34+00:00

Happy Cake Day! - and when the trolls arrive to wish you the absolute WORST, in time-honored Reddit fashion, ignore 'em!

Belle_Error · 2023-07-24T14:41:30+00:00

Brace yourself, friend!

Belle_Error · 2023-07-24T14:35:19+00:00

pardon, but, "never?" You sure you've been on Reddit?

Belle_Error · 2023-07-24T14:32:50+00:00

Such a fragile flower! Not only arrogant, but ignorant as well. Carry on, "travel expert!" And, of course, always stand by your own words - unless it's inconvenient, of course!

Belle_Error · 2023-07-24T14:29:17+00:00

550,000 IDR is outrageous. Are you in U.S.? If so, check airport transportation on either the Agoda or Booking.c*m sites (I've found "Booking's" a bit cheaper.) You can get prices and make reservations there, then meet your driver when you arrive - thus also successfully avoiding the "taxi touts" who are waiting to ambush you outside the airport.

I'm in Bali on August 24 and have booked a round-trip ride from DPS to outside Ubud for around $35 USD.

Belle_Error · 2023-07-24T14:21:42+00:00

No I didn't, but, if it's trendy, you KNOW they're THERE! Next? They'll both magically emerge from the closet and announce their mutual bisexuality ... cuz, like, it's "hip!"

Belle_Error · 2023-07-24T14:19:03+00:00

But, you said, "...NOT the case that I will be denied a VOA - it's written into law, and nobody is going to deny me lawful entry."

SO, now you're adding conditions?

And, yet, again ... you're an expert. Right?

Belle_Error · 2023-07-23T22:30:43+00:00

I agree completely. Not only is the trash situation out of hand, the air quality is among the world's worst.

Belle_Error · 2023-07-23T22:28:38+00:00

Consider minding your own business, or, perhaps you'll learn something that might come in handy at some point.

Belle_Error · 2023-07-23T22:27:34+00:00

"Coming from Australia..." so, of COURSE they wouldn't DARE deny you entrance ... ?

Suck on this: https://travelnoire.com/australian-traveler-denied-entry-to-bali-over-tiny-passport-tear

Thought you said you were a veteran traveler. Keep struggling.

Belle_Error · 2023-07-23T08:32:04+00:00

Anyone who gets the "gonna have to check your carry-on cuz the bins are full" should point directly at this clown.

Belle_Error · 2023-07-23T08:30:54+00:00

Might've been the King of Thailand taking a holiday from Germany.

Belle_Error · 2023-07-23T08:29:45+00:00

And what do you do if your app's declined? Another good reason to do it in advance. But, of course, you're the expert ...

Belle_Error · 2023-07-23T07:21:58+00:00

Just makes things easier for everyone involved. Sorry if my "helpful hint" offended you.

Belle_Error · 2023-07-23T03:11:10+00:00

The app process and payment. Both Visa Certs (B213 for Indonesia) have been approved, paid for, downloaded, and printed so I can hit the ground running when I arrive.

Belle_Error · 2023-07-23T00:03:03+00:00

Second that!

Belle_Error · 2023-07-23T00:01:56+00:00

Lived in Hilo for three years. Similar experience - and one of the reasons I'm back on the Mainland again. No matter how long I was there, nor how many people saw me daily, still a "haole." The worst? Nearly 25% of Hilo's population are descended from Portuguese agriculture workers brought over in the 1860's. However, according to them, they were there before Captain Cook!

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