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Change money
at a reputable looking location, use your
own (or hotels) callator before changing! |
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Put on loads of
High Factor Waterproof Sun Cream (especially
if you intend to spend a lot of time in the
water). |
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Drink a lot water (the most
popular brand name is 'Aqua') and eat a lot
of fresh fruit - do your body a favour. |
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Be careful with your belongings
at all times. Crime is on the increase and
can ruin your holiday. Cases of handbag snatching
have been reported, so leave important documents
in your hatel safe and wear your bag across
your sholders. |
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Try not to step on offerings
in the street (walk around them). |
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Respect the slow pace of processions
when stuck behind one, i.e.don't honk! |
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Haggle when buying (except
on price-tagged goods). |
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Buy 'Immodium' to relieve
bouts of Bali belly. |
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Heve a great holiday! |
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Forget to take
your passport (or a photocopy of your ID),
with you at all times and a copy of Bali Plus! |
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Swim outside designated
swimming areas on the beach, currents can
be very strong. Swim between the red and yellow
flags. |
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Do drugs! It can carry the
death penalty, and there are enough foreigners
residing in Bali courtesy of the Govt. Prison
srevice! |
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Touch people's heads - it
is very offensive to Hindus. |
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Enter a temple during menstruation.
Sorry Ladies! |
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Forget to put salt on your
food & drink water - you will probably
sweat a lot. |
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Worry too much about the ice
- it's government-quality controlled in established
bars and restaurant. |
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Forget to look and listen
while you cross the road. Cars may stop, matorbikes
may not. |
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Forget to reconfirm your flight
72 hours prior to flying. Airport Departure
Tax is:
International = Rp.100.000
Domestic = Rp.30.000 |
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| In Bali always expect the
unexpected, always keep your eyes open and
your mind on driving. Beware of moterbikes!
It is best to rent a car with full insurance
as this will save time and money if you are
involved in an accident. |
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| Make sure you either have
personal insurance or travel insurance thet
will cover any accidents. |
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There have been
a few cases of handbags being snatched after
tourists have cashed money at Banks or Money
Changers! Put your money away in your 'bum-bag'
or hold on to your handbag tightly!!! |
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When changing large amounts
of money please check each note carefully
as there are a number of (noticeably) take
notes in circulation. |
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When trying on garments do
not take your jewelry off and leave it lying
around - give it to a friend or leave it in
the hotel safe. |
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| Currents / undertows can
be strong, always swim between the red and
yellow flags, don't swim too far out! Do not
leave your belongings unattended on the beach. |
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| Be very careful when changing
your money. Always check the rate of exchange
and check what rate of commision (if any)
the money changer is taking. Most importantly,
always count your money before you leave the
premises and if you can, bring your own calculator,
as the ones used by someone used by some places
can be "alittle inaccurate" |
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| Attending
Ceremonies |
| Remember these are seriouse
occasions and should be treated as such. Religious
Guidelines: |
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Always wear a sarong and sash |
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Do not walk in front of people
praying |
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Do not use flash camera or
push your camera into the priest's face! |
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Never sit higer than the priest
or the offerings |
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At cremations, do not get in
the way of the attendees - however important
that photographic opportunity is! |
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Women are not allowed to enter
temples during menstruation |
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When attending
Special Ceremonies or Anniversary Celebrations
as a guest or onlooker, small donations are
gratefully received. Your donations will help
in paying for the offerings and upkeep of
the temple. |
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