Thailand. When it comes to a budget getaway, Thailand is an exceptional option that offers more than beaches. Sri Lanka. A trip to Sri Lanka takes in some of the best beaches in the Indian Ocean, world-famous tea plantations and a tropical climate to be envied. Cambodia. Philippines. Goa, India. Myanmar. Malaysia. Vietnam. What place […]

The shortest distance (air line) between Thailand and Bali is 1,916.34 mi (3,084.06 km). How long is a flight from Bali to Thailand? Flying time from Bali to Thailand The total flight duration from Bali to Thailand is 4 hours, 20 minutes. How far is Thailand from Bali by plane? The calculation of flight time […]

Bali is considered a 3rd world country. Is Bali considered a 3rd world country? Indonesia in the 21st century is no longer categorized as a “Third World” country, but is now an oasis of political stability and rapid economic growth. In the past, Indonesia may have been seen as an authoritarian state, but now it […]

You will get a much better exchange rate in Bali rather than in your home country. We usually recommend waiting until you arrive in Bali to get your rupiah. Money changers in Bali can and will exchange all major currencies. In most cases there is no need to bring any other currency other than your […]

When you are looking to honeymoon in a place that is breathtaking and exotic, you can’t select a more beautiful place to visit than Bali. The one thing that made Bali famous in the first place is its natural beauty and the colorful culture of Bali.Bali’s rice-fields terraces are legendary and amust-see for everyone. Why […]

Dutch. Dutch colonial control expanded across the Indonesian archipelago in the nineteenth century, to become the Dutch East Indies. In Bali, the Dutch used the pretext of eradicating opium smuggling, arms running, plunder of shipwrecks, and slavery to impose their control on Balinese kingdoms. When was Bali first inhabited? First inhabited around 2000 B.C., Bali’s […]

The winner: Thailand works out to be cheaper overall, has a wider range of cuisines and activities for families and has cleaner beaches. If nightlife is where you’re at though, Bali is the winner. Scroll here for our quick side-by-side comparison of each destination. How cheap is Bali compared to Thailand? Bali is generally cheaper […]

Denpasar. Denpasar, city, capital of Bali propinsi (or provinsi; province), south-central Bali, Indonesia. It is situated about 40 miles (70 km) south of Singaraja. What is the capital city of Bali? DenpasarBali’s capital city Denpasar is the gateway to the 20,000 exotic temples, white-sand beaches and glittering nightlife that attracts millions of people to this […]

Hinduism came to Indonesia in the 1st-century through traders, sailors, scholars and priests. A syncretic fusion of pre-existing Javanese folk religion, culture and Hindu ideas, that from the 6th-century also synthesized Buddhist ideas as well, evolved as the Indonesian version of Hinduism. Why is Bali so Hindu? Possible factors: Bali was isolated from the trade […]

While there’s no bad time to visit Bali, note that the popular island is most crowded around the New Year’s holiday (December-January) and the Indonesian academic holiday that coincides with Western countries’ summer holiday (June-August). Is Bali too touristy? Bali is a very touristy destination. Most of the partying is in the Kuta/Legian nightspots which […]

Way too touristy. Number one on this list of bad things about Bali is the sheer amount of tourism. Bali has to be the most tourist-populated destination we’ve ever been to in our lives; even more so than the popular islands in Thailand.It’s safe to say, Bali sadly suffers from over-tourism. What should I avoid […]

What is HI in Bali? Say “om suastiastu”. To say “hello” in Balinese you should say “om suastiastu.” X Research source The Balinese language has a different alphabet to Western languages, so this transcribing of the phrase for hello is written as it is pronounced in Balinese. How do you say you’re welcome in Balinese? […]

Many people choose to make their home in Bali or at least for part of the year and for most, renting is the best option. This is the easiest way to live in Bali without actually purchasing a house in Bali. How much does it cost to rent a home in Bali? Expect to spend […]

Most banks will charge a convenience fee for using an ATM overseas of between $2 – 5 per transaction, as well as the less-than-competitive exchange rate. How much are ATM fees in Indonesia? Indonesia ATM Fees & General Information Most ATMs in Indonesia charge fees. These usually range from 2 to 5 USD, though standalone […]

There were 1.23 million Australian visitors to Bali in 2019, more than any other nationality. How many Australian expats live in Bali? More than 10,000 Australians are estimated to live in Bali all year, or for a substantial part of it. What percentage of tourists to Bali are Australian? In 2019, Australia was the top […]