Tasmania may well be Australia’s smallest state, but how does its size stack up against other famous islands around the world? Bali may be a lot smaller than Tassie, but Tasmania’s population of 515,000 is tiny compared to the 4.2 million people packed onto Bali! Is Tasmania the largest island in the world? It is […]

Bali Belly can be caused by bacteria found in local foods or drinking water, although it is most commonly caused by an increase in exotic foods, too much food and an increase in alcohol consumption. How do you cure Bali belly? What is the treatment for Bali Belly? The most important thing is to avoid […]

Bali’s classic pork dish, babi guling, is an odd find in a country that has the largest Muslim majority population in the world. Can you consume pork in Indonesia? As a country with an Islamic majority, Indonesian Muslims follows the Islamic halal dietary law which forbids the consumption of pork. However, in other parts of […]

A bit like November it can rain a lot on Bali, but also in December, you will get your days on the beach. Because of Christmas and New Years, it’s busy on Bali; peak season is usually between the 23rd of December and the 6th of January. Is Christmas a good time to visit Bali? […]

Bali mosquitos are usually worse in the rainy season (October to March) but you do need to be vigilant all year round. Mosquitoes in Bali are evident in varying degrees at all times. Nowhere is 100% safe at all times. Be sure to get your travel insurance, just in case. Are there a lot of […]

Bali in May May is Bali’s hottest month, with temperatures averaging a maximum of 29°C. You can expect consistently dry and sunny weather, which makes for excellent diving and mountain climbing conditions. What is the best month to go to Bali? The best time to visit Bali is between April and October, the island’s dry […]

Can Debit Cards be used in Bali? As a rule of thumb, Visa and Mastercard Debit cards are processed exactly the same as Credit Cards. However plain debit cards not linked to one of Visa or Mastercard are not accepted. Does Bali take debit cards? Credit and Debit cards are widely accepted in Bali. You […]

There are two relatively unique types of gecko in Bali. One might not be characterized fully as a gecko. The skink is a small lizard, that always looks wet, but doesn’t make a gecko sound. It’s mostly brown with a yellowish color in the center of the body. What kind of geckos are in Bali? […]

The main languages spoken in Bali are Indonesian and Balinese among other indigenous Balinese languages. Thailand, on its side, has Thai as its official language although it documents a total of 62 more languages recognized by the government. Do people speak Thai in Bali? Most Balinese are bilingual if not trilingual (Indonesian, Balinese, English). Although […]

The Indonesian island was described as a favourite destination for both adventurers and those in need of a little relaxation, with its white beaches, great diving and dense jungle treks contributing to its popularity. The Awards also highlight current travel trends. Why is Bali island famous? Also known as the Land of the Gods, Bali […]

But general rule of thumb is between $50 and $100 AUD a day per person. Some days you may spend the $100 but some days it might be more like $50. How much would it cost to go to Bali for a month? Expect to spend $720 to $2,600 per month for a single person […]

Also known as the Tanah Lot Curse, the Bali Curse, Bali Breakup Curse, some renditions state that it affects unmarried couples who travel to Bali on their own, while others claim that couples are only vulnerable to the curse if they have ‘premarital sex’ on your trip. Is the Bali curse real? We put it […]

Make two copies of your passport, travel insurance papers, receipts for any traveler’s checks, and other important travel documents you should have on every trip. Diversify your copies by hiding them in both your money belt or day bag and big luggage to avoid disaster if one or the other gets lost. What to prepare […]

Thailand is open with restrictions, while Bali remains closed to U.S. visitors. This story has been updated. While many of Americans’ favorite international tourism destinations across Europe and the Caribbean have reopened (albeit with fits and starts), Asia remains largely closed to leisure travelers. Can US citizens travel to Bali right now? Visa-free and visa-on-arrival […]