In Reply to: My concerns posted by Lisa B on Wednesday, 1. February 2006 at 17:05 Bali Time:
it was very quiet in comparison to the same time last year. alot of restaurants were empty and we were sometimes the only group in one. most of the food was fantastic as usual though and alot of restaurants are sharing supplies so they can be prepared for what a customer might order without having to stock everything themselves and risk having it go to waste.
i actually thought the hygeine and service at most places had improved on last year. i guess people are working harder to keep their jobs and survive.
as for being lonely, dont worry about that! the locals are friendlier than ever and we still met other aussies and all sorts of nationalities, as you do.
bec_loves_bali is right though, speaking a little indo or balinese goes along way; especially balinese, they love it!
go and have fun, there's no need to worry :)