In Reply to: whinging posted by naillig on Saturday, 14. August 2010 at 17:08 Bali Time:
Is that the "Green Eyed Monster" from someone who lives sooooooo far from The Island of The Gods speaking??? I think so......... Not all Aussies are loud obnoxius louts......
Most of us here have a love of the culture and genuine friends in Bali. Lots of us "whingers" also support many and varied charities there...(do you?)
I choose not to judge you in regards to the country/culture from where you originate.....Aussies can be loud, but it's usually in good fun... it's genetic... we like to have a good time but not at the expense of others..... we treasure "Mateship" and in general have a great respect for different cultures.
May I suggest, that if you want to see the "Real Bali", get out of the 'protected' tourist enclave of Nusa Dua and 5 star resorts, go and do the real Bali........ See how the locals live, and realise how lucky you are to have been born in a country that allows you to live comfortably and to travel, and if you are at all smart....... really see how the other half live...
I did 5* in Bali once (out of 10 trips)...never again, I love the feel of a small cosy hotel where everyone has the chance of making new friends...... And I treasure the time I get to spend with my "Bali Family"