A Word of Advice

  31 July 2006, 17:47:11 (175 clicks)

Bali Travel Tips : Some advice when you visiting Bali; Attending Balinese Ceremonies, Driving, Dangerous Sports ...

ATTENDING CEREMONIES:
Remember these are serious Occasions and should be treated as such. Religious Guidelines:

1. Always wear a sarong and sash
2. Don't walk in front of people praying
3. don't use flash camera or point your camera into priest's face !
4. Never sit higher than the priest or the offerings
5. At Cremations, don't get in the way of the attendees however important that photographic opportunity is !
6. women are not allowed to enter temples during menstruation ,,, sorry Ladies !

P.S. When attending special ceremonies or annivesary celebrations as a guest or onlooker, small
donations are gratefully received. Your donations will help in paying for the offerings and upkeep of the
temple.

DANGEROUS SPORTS :
Make sure you either have personal insurance or travel insurance that will cover any accidents !

DRIVING:
in bali always expect the unexpected, always keep your eyes open and your mind on driving.
beware of motorbikes! It's best to rent a car with Full insurance as this will save time and money if you are involved in an accident.

MONEY CHANGERS:
Be very careful when changing money. Always check the rate of exchange and comission ( if any ) the money changer is taking. Most importantly, always count your money before you leave the premises and if you can, bring your own calculator, as the ones used by some places can be " a little inaccurate"

PETTY CRIME:

1. There have been a few cases of Handbags being snatched after tourist have cashed money at BANKS or money
   changer! Put your money away in your ' bum-bag' or hold onto your hand bag tighty !!!
2. When changing large amounts of money please check each note carefully as there are a number of ( noticeably ) fake notes in circulation.
3. When trying on garments don't take your jewerly off and leave it lying around - give it to a friend or leave it in the hotel safe.

SWIMMING IN THE SEA
Currents/ undertows can be strong, always swim between the red and yellow flags, don't swim too far out ! don't leave your belongings unattended on the beach.

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