In Reply to: By the looks of the responses posted by Tam on Monday, 25. May 2009 at 19:18 Bali Time:
We used it last time (Feb) and it was FANTASTIC. We're using it again next week. I can't help wondering if the people who are so concerned about their luggage etc don't stop to consider just how many people (including the porters) have already handled your luggage without your presense.
Anyone who's ever been on a group tour through several countries has gone through customs etc, without being individually scrutinized.
You are seen by customs, you just are not paying the VOA in person.
I don't regard it as a major security issue. For someone up to no good, there have already are so many opportunities to cause trouble, as shown by the Australian baggage handlers who got caught pinching stuff...