In Reply to: still going? posted by audinary on Monday, 9. July 2007 at 10:02 Bali Time:
I am confident that I am making a rational and informed decision based on past experience, information gathering and staying abreast of developments as much as is possible.
I am still open to reconsidering my options should any further developments impact on my plans because I would certainly not put myself or my family in danger.
We have already planned to avoid potential hotspots. My kids are happy to avoid night clubs- they can do that at home anytime they want. We are staying at low-profile establishments and travelling to Ubud and Lovina.
I can justify my holiday to concerned rels and friends with these arguments and (somewhat) allay their fears.
I know that we can't ever hope to accurately predict the plottings of lunatic fanatics but I can at least maximise my safety. And thas good enough for me.
We will travel cautiously with confidence and we will enjoy our trip.