In Reply to: 1st timer + 2 kids, advice please? posted by Sugar on Tuesday, 20. February 2007 at 14:50 Bali Time:
Take at least 1 day to tour around the island. They probably like to see the Temple on the Lake on Lake Bratan - when I went there last year there was a guy who had an iguana & mongoose you could hold for a fee & get a picture taken. The kids would enjoy Ubud monkey forest, Taro Elephant Safari Park (loved it! - I went first thing in the morning), Bali Baik Bike tour, Bali Bird Park, Swim with the dolphins at Melka Hotel in Lovina, Odyssey submarine, Uluwatu temple which has some monkeys, Waterbom Park for the day. Maybe see the Kacek dance at Uluwatu at sunset. Sanur has alot of water sports on offer too.
There are lots of touring companies you can use or you can do a search on this forum for some recommended drivers and plan your own itinerary (this option may be cheaper).
You will have a fantastic time!
Health wise - only drink bottled water & use it to clean your teeth too. Take a good mosquito repellent & wear it day & night - be diligent as there has been cases of Dengue Fever in Bali. Take some imodium and kaomagma in case you get diarrhoea & some electrolyte replacement like gastrolyte. Take out good travel insurance, & don't be afraid to get a doctor or visit a clinic if you need to.