KLeanne Posted June 1, 2017 Share Posted June 1, 2017 Hi all, looking for opinions on whether Bali is safe to travel and stay? My partner, baby and I are planning on traveling there from Aus , but he is not sure, as he feels it's unsafe, due to terrorism. I said it's probably no more unsafe than London at the moment, but he has ignited a bit of worry, due to our daughters safety. Would you go?? Sent using Poms in Oz mobile app Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simons Posted June 1, 2017 Share Posted June 1, 2017 Bali is beautiful, we have been twice in last 7 months and going again for Christmas. Though we going gili air this time as donebali now. People in Bali are so friendly it's Unreal. Loads of couples there with young children. Is any where in this world safe at the moment. North Pole I suppose but even then the ice caps are melting. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScottieGirl Posted June 1, 2017 Share Posted June 1, 2017 Bali is lovely and so are the Balinese. Tourism is the main industry and the locals treat tourists very well. Its full of Aussies and Kiwis. In some respects it reminds me of Ibiza and Majorca:not culturaly or physically of couse but all 3 Islands are holiday hot spots. You will find a mix of families and 20 somethings having fun in the sun. Terrorists can strike anywhere I would be as worried by a trip to Heathrow as a trip to Bali. The main concern would be the strict attitude to drugs, even a spliff will see you in serious trouble but thats hardly an issue at your daughters age. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KLeanne Posted June 1, 2017 Author Share Posted June 1, 2017 Bali is beautiful, we have been twice in last 7 months and going again for Christmas. Though we going gili air this time as donebali now. People in Bali are so friendly it's Unreal. Loads of couples there with young children. Is any where in this world safe at the moment. North Pole I suppose but even then the ice caps are melting.Sent using Poms in Oz mobile app Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KLeanne Posted June 1, 2017 Author Share Posted June 1, 2017 Thank you guys [emoji4] Yup, a day out in London would worry me more at the moment to be honest. Nowhere is safe anymore, sadly [emoji26] Sent from my iPhone using PomsinOz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScottieGirl Posted June 1, 2017 Share Posted June 1, 2017 Is hubby aware the main religion is Hindu? Of couse it's not immune to terror and extremists travel but the culture is not Muslim. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KLeanne Posted June 1, 2017 Author Share Posted June 1, 2017 Yes I've made him aware He Was more worried because an attack happened last month, and he's heard a lot from friends. But I really do think we are more at risk traveling to Heathrow! Sent from my iPhone using PomsinOz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newjez Posted June 1, 2017 Share Posted June 1, 2017 1 hour ago, KLeanne said: Yes I've made him aware He Was more worried because an attack happened last month, and he's heard a lot from friends. But I really do think we are more at risk traveling to Heathrow! Sent from my iPhone using PomsinOz I would be more worried about the monkeys and the fake alcohol. My nephew was bitten and had a $5000 medical bill. Thankfully the travel insurance covered it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simons Posted June 1, 2017 Share Posted June 1, 2017 Don't go kuta though that is very touristy and as someone mentioned a bit like ibiza. We went ubud for a week which is inland and very laid back there. Then a week week in sanur which is on the beach. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KLeanne Posted June 1, 2017 Author Share Posted June 1, 2017 I would be more worried about the monkeys and the fake alcohol. My nephew was bitten and had a $5000 medical bill. Thankfully the travel insurance covered it.Thankfully I very rarely drink, yes read up on those, awful! Sent using Poms in Oz mobile app Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KLeanne Posted June 1, 2017 Author Share Posted June 1, 2017 Don't go kuta though that is very touristy and as someone mentioned a bit like ibiza. We went ubud for a week which is inland and very laid back there. Then a week week in sanur which is on the beach. Thank you, sounds lush! We like laid back rather than party! We are 15 mon drive from Kuta beach, so hopefully not too close! Sent using Poms in Oz mobile app Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Evandale Posted June 1, 2017 Share Posted June 1, 2017 I am in Bali every couple of months or so and as others have said terrorism can strike anywhere. There are some areas I try and avoid but security is taken reasonably seriously there i.e. hotels, restaurants etc you and your belongings can be subjected to a search. The Balinese are a lovely race of people and in general I am very comfortable there. Traffic is horrendous so maybe take this into account when choosing your resort. Enjoy! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
starlight7 Posted June 3, 2017 Share Posted June 3, 2017 Bali is beautiful but avoid Kuta beach unless you like loud-mouthed bogans! When we were there we drank mainly beer ( we weren't too sure about the water) It seems weaker than our beer and you don't get drunk on it (unless you have a real lot). We loved it up near Ubud and there are some gorgeous unspoilt coastal areas too. Not a terrorist in sight- most of the Balinese seem to be peace loving Buddhists 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Evandale Posted June 3, 2017 Share Posted June 3, 2017 3 hours ago, starlight7 said: Balinese seem to be peace loving Buddhists 83.5% of Bali's population adhered to Balinese Hinduism, followed by 13.4% Muslim, Christianity at 2.5%, and Buddhism 0.5% 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KLeanne Posted June 3, 2017 Author Share Posted June 3, 2017 Bali is beautiful but avoid Kuta beach unless you like loud-mouthed bogans! When we were there we drank mainly beer ( we weren't too sure about the water) It seems weaker than our beer and you don't get drunk on it (unless you have a real lot). We loved it up near Ubud and there are some gorgeous unspoilt coastal areas too. Not a terrorist in sight- most of the Balinese seem to be peace loving BuddhistsThank you. We are about 15 minutes from Kuta , so hopefully not too close! Sent using Poms in Oz mobile app Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lambethlad Posted June 4, 2017 Share Posted June 4, 2017 The most dangerous thing about Bali is walking at night. Lack of street lighting, broken footpaths, loose chunks of concrete, open pits and drains in the middle of footpaths are very dangerous. So always take a torch when walking at night. Mate of mine rented a villa for 6 weeks for a surfing holiday on the second night he fell down an open drain pit when walking back from dinner. He spent the rest of his holiday on crutches and couldn't do any activities. Ubud was particularly bad when I was last there 5 years ago - you really have to watch your step even in daylight. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KLeanne Posted June 4, 2017 Author Share Posted June 4, 2017 The most dangerous thing about Bali is walking at night. Lack of street lighting, broken footpaths, loose chunks of concrete, open pits and drains in the middle of footpaths are very dangerous. So always take a torch when walking at night. Mate of mine rented a villa for 6 weeks for a surfing holiday on the second night he fell down an open drain pit when walking back from dinner. He spent the rest of his holiday on crutches and couldn't do any activities. Ubud was particularly bad when I was last there 5 years ago - you really have to watch your step even in daylight.Thank you! We most certainly will, especially as I'll be pushing a pram. Shouldn't be out after dark, but will definitely take w torch if we do happen to. Sent using Poms in Oz mobile app Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
starlight7 Posted June 6, 2017 Share Posted June 6, 2017 Near Ubud- watch for the lovely fireflies, quite a sight ( near the rice paddy fields) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KLeanne Posted June 6, 2017 Author Share Posted June 6, 2017 Near Ubud- watch for the lovely fireflies, quite a sight ( near the rice paddy fields)Thank you! I will look out for those as I love them sure little one will like to see them too! Sent using Poms in Oz mobile app Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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