In Reply to: How would Australians know about posted by willow on Thursday, 26. March 2009 at 13:40 Bali Time:
Based on present booking trends, I think the majority of travellers book via the internet now. This is one of those pitfalls that happen when travellers book themselves and don't either know they should do their own research or are not sure that it is necessary. Hopefully if people are booking directly with the hotel they are advised in advance of Nyepi and how it can affect their travel plans.
Personally I have been in Bali twice for Nyepi and love the experience. It really is a day of forced relaxation...too bad some don't view it as that. What's a day out of your life? Plus, how may major airports are closed for 24 hours to accommodate a holiday/tradition? That in itself shows how important it is for the Balinese and how serious they take their customs. That's what keeps me coming back to Bali...even with the 27 hour journey from Canada!
1 sleep to go!