Q. I am going to Bali next week. When I went to Thailand and Vietnam, the hotels there would hold our passports at the counter until we checked out. Do Balinese hotels do the same?
A. I do not recall if they do it in Bali, but be aware it is a standard practice in numerous countries in the world -
I understand they keep it until payment is obtained for your stay and/or for your passport to be seen (name, visa) by the local police inspectors - At places I was, they would keep it a few hours then gave it back to you, that must have been for the "inspection" taking place by the police...
You want another "passport" game...? In Saudi Arabia, immigration held our passports at the airport, upon arrival, and gave it back to you when boarding the plane for departure of your outgoing flight -
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I understand they keep it until payment is obtained for your stay and/or for your passport to be seen (name, visa) by the local police inspectors - At places I was, they would keep it a few hours then gave it back to you, that must have been for the "inspection" taking place by the police...
You want another "passport" game...? In Saudi Arabia, immigration held our passports at the airport, upon arrival, and gave it back to you when boarding the plane for departure of your outgoing flight -
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Where is the best places i should visit in BALI for a 5days 4nights trip ?
Q. I booked in Candidasia in Bali, Candy Beach Hotel. I am on a free and easy trip!Where should i visits ?Or which place i should be visits ?
A. You are making a great choice. I lived in Bali for 7 years and Candidasa is one of my favorite place to visit. To drive there is also an amazing experience. Make sure you visit : Bali's mother temple, Pura Besakih, Tenganan (the aboriginal people of Bali) and maybe take a ferry Lombok. Besides that take a trip to Lovina, Lembongan, Ubud on a further side. You have got to explore Bali and easy trips are not worth it. You can even take a bus to Legian, Nusa Dua and your trip to Bali will be complete. The bus company called Perama, and it's all over Bali. Have Fun !
Precautions to take when going to Bali with a toddler?
Q. Im going to Bali in October with my 17 month old son. He will be up to date with his immunisations according to Australian Standards. I know not to drink the water or use it to brush teeth etc. Any tips for the temperature, what to bring, what to do etc? Im staying in the Novotel Bali, has anyone had an experience with them?
A. We just got back Sunday from a short holiday in Bali. We stayed at the Sheraton Laguna in Nusa Dua (which I really recommend), so I'm sorry - I don't know much about the Novotel.
I'd recommend bringing with you:
-antibacterial gel/wipes
-bug repellent
-suntan lotion
-travel tissues/roll of toilet paper (WC situation at temples may not always be top notch)
-snacks (crackers or the like in case the spicy food catches up)
-immodium/pepto bismol (spicy food)
-sinus medication/panadol (our hotel was lovely, but a bit musty)
-handkerchiefs (even my eyeballs were sweating!)
We brushed our teeth with the tap water, which is filtered in most hotels, but didn't drink it.
Safety concerns - hire drivers from your hotel for the day, be aware that some extremist groups seek out Americans to target (and often cannot tell the difference between Aussies, Americans, & Brits), and guard yourself and little one against dengue fever with the bug repellent.
Heat - I'm not sure of temperatures when we were there, but there was precious little breeze when we were at temple sites, and the humidity is EXTREMELY high. Especially with a little one, try to stop in the shade, under fans, and keep large bottles of water with you. We found that we'd only get out and do 2-3 activities during the day, before we pooped out at the hotel in air conditioning.
With a child that young, I would *not* recommend the "Enchanted Monkey Forest." It's in all the books, but is a very small area, some distance from Nusa Dua/Kuta and the monkeys will jump all over you. I can attest to smelling of monkey waste for an entire day, and while a unique experience, you're not really missing much.
You absolutely should try to catch the sunset Ramayana Dance at the Uluwatu temple (every evening at 6pm), but again - beware the monkeys, one stole the sunglasses right off my head!
As long as you're careful, you'll have a wonderful time - we only encountered the best on our trip - it was beautiful and the people were so kind. :)
I'd recommend bringing with you:
-antibacterial gel/wipes
-bug repellent
-suntan lotion
-travel tissues/roll of toilet paper (WC situation at temples may not always be top notch)
-snacks (crackers or the like in case the spicy food catches up)
-immodium/pepto bismol (spicy food)
-sinus medication/panadol (our hotel was lovely, but a bit musty)
-handkerchiefs (even my eyeballs were sweating!)
We brushed our teeth with the tap water, which is filtered in most hotels, but didn't drink it.
Safety concerns - hire drivers from your hotel for the day, be aware that some extremist groups seek out Americans to target (and often cannot tell the difference between Aussies, Americans, & Brits), and guard yourself and little one against dengue fever with the bug repellent.
Heat - I'm not sure of temperatures when we were there, but there was precious little breeze when we were at temple sites, and the humidity is EXTREMELY high. Especially with a little one, try to stop in the shade, under fans, and keep large bottles of water with you. We found that we'd only get out and do 2-3 activities during the day, before we pooped out at the hotel in air conditioning.
With a child that young, I would *not* recommend the "Enchanted Monkey Forest." It's in all the books, but is a very small area, some distance from Nusa Dua/Kuta and the monkeys will jump all over you. I can attest to smelling of monkey waste for an entire day, and while a unique experience, you're not really missing much.
You absolutely should try to catch the sunset Ramayana Dance at the Uluwatu temple (every evening at 6pm), but again - beware the monkeys, one stole the sunglasses right off my head!
As long as you're careful, you'll have a wonderful time - we only encountered the best on our trip - it was beautiful and the people were so kind. :)
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