In Reply to: finally my JBR posted by little_piggy on Wednesday, 22. August 2007 at 12:25 Bali Time:
First of all, a really easy jbr to read, as others have said.
Sometimes it is like going to the movies that other people rave about and so you have high expectations, then feel let down that you didn't enjoy it.
As others have said Bali is a place you either love or hate.
The first time we went to Bali was 19 years ago for 2 weeks. Went with a group of friends.
My husband didn't go out the hotel grounds for the 1st week. Then ventured out and seemed to like it.
We went back again on our own, and back again most years. He is hooked on the place.
Yes the footpaths are bad and the traffic seems kaos, and the need to barter sometimes becomes a bore.
Need to keep room door closed or spray every night.
We have made some wonderful friendships with the Balinese over the years, and yes they are poor.
You need to look outside the shopping places and behind the scenes to see this.
Sorry for rambling.
As I say, you either love it or hate it, and was good to hear you point of view.