Hi just a quick review of my awesome trip to Bali with some do's donts and tips.
Stayed at Bali Garden Hotel which was excellent despite the renovations. These were basically complete when we ledt approx 2dec and included a new pool and bar and what looks like a new restauraunt. Service was excellent and the rooms are great with safes clean beds aircon etc. location was awesome right next door to discovery mall and right on the beach.
Went to waterbom which is always fun.
Used Makro Warehouse to stock up on bottled water etc. Very cheap by the case. Two cases lasted us two weeks.
Always used Kodak money changer. Never ripped off.
Wait a day before buying anything to get your head around the currency diff.
Tanah Lot is great as were the Barong Dance and monkey forest. (be careflull the monkeys are not pets.
Never Ever drink the water. I put a strap around the tap to remind me in case i forget (like when brushing teeth,)
Alway be sure you want what you barter for. This is common couretesy.
Shopping in pairs is always best not for safety but to assist if one gets confused about money(easy to do with the large numbers)
Eat where you want but use commen sense. Lost of people probably means its safe but not always.
The Bamboo Classic on Poppies 2 is an excellent place to eat and cheap as chips. Definately my fav place in Bali. ANother cheap place is the Karthi Restaurant on the same street as Discovery Mall. both great places to eat.
Bread Talk is cheap and delicious used it often.
Have Fun you will learn as you go and its part of the experience.