In Reply to: first-timer posted by Julle84 on Tuesday, 4. January 2005 at 12:39 Bali Time:
Hey Madalyn!
I took my first trip to bali in oct 2003, and i just want you to know that no matter how well prepared you think you are, you'll be overwhelmed as soon as you step into the street in Kuta. I experienced this myself. The locals seem to know that you're fresh meat :) but give yourself a day or so and you'll get use to it, it really is a great place! Just be assertive and don't be scared to say NO even repeatedly. Just relax and get into the bali spirit, you'll have a ball!
Any other questions, don't hesitate to ask. There are heaps of people here that are ready to help.
Kahna