Bali is a beautiful tourist destination in Indonesia. Today it is amongst the top 10 most traveled tourist destination in world. Bali is famous for its majestic scenery, exotic beaches and rich culture.
First time travelers could find it little difficult travel around Bali. Below are some tips for tourists to make your stay in Bali easy, safe and enjoyable.
Bali is visited by millions of tourists from around the world. If you want to avoid crowd then do not plan to travel Bali in July - August and Christmas time.
Its smart to book hotel well in advance especially if you are planning to visit around peak tourist season. Usually hotels prices goes up during tourists season and it could be very difficult to get a room at last minute.
Although Bali has some of the best luxury hotels and resorts in the world. There are also plenty of budget hotels which offer good service at affordable price.
In Bali Money exchangers offers better exchange rates than Banks. They take less time in transactions and provide services longer than banks. Always check conversion rates before transaction.
Do not carry lots of money in Bali, alternately its better to carry credit cards and travelers checks. They are acceptable widely in Bali.
Getting around in Bali could be very dangerous for tourists from Europe and United States. There aren't any road rules, so if you are walking around Bali of crossing streets, be very careful. Don't expect cars to slow down for let you through. And its better to avoid driving in Bali. You will also require International Driving License in order to drive in Bali.
There are several local shops in Bali selling fake designers clothes or Rolex watches. Beware of these stores.
Always bargain when buying stuff from local stores or hiring car and taxis, you can save significant amount of money bargaining in Bali.
Women travelers should cover their bodies as much as possible while entering a temple.
Crime is Bali is on increase. There has been many cases of handbag snatching, so always be careful on streets and do not carry your passport and other important documents around. Its safe to leave them in your Hotel.
Real Estate scam is pretty common in Bali these days, do not buy any property in Bali.
By following these tips, you will get the most out of your holiday with the least amount of hassles. Have a great trip and enjoy!