
As in most countries, there are dishonest people in Bali too. Money changers have a notorious reputation for sleight of hand, rigged calculators and other scams. Unfortunately, we frequently hear from people who have been ripped off by one of these dishonest money changers. A little research before going to Bali will prevent anyone putting themselves in a position to be cheated. If you follow the rules set out below, you should not have a problem locating and using an honest money changer.
• DO NOT use a money changer that is located down a lane way or alley.
• DO NOT use a money changer with a desk at the back of another business.
• DO NOT use a money changer if the sign does not say “authorized” ( and even if the sign does say authorized, do not let your guard down and do follow all the same rules)
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Please ensure that your passport has 6 months or longer of validity or you will not be allowed to enter Indonesia. They are very strict about this.
On arrival at Denpasar’s Ngurah Rai Airport you will leave the plane and head to the immigration hall. Once there, you will see 2 cubicles on either side of the hall with the sign Visa on Arrival (VOA). Line up at one of the queues to purchase your visas.
For a stay of 1 to 7 (calendar) days the VOA will be $10 USD. For a stay of 8 to 30 days the VOA will cost $25 USD. Your length of stay is taken very seriously so ensure you are purchasing the correct VOA. For stays of longer than 30 days, a 60 day visa needs to be obtained prior to leaving your country. Children are not exempt from having to have a VOA.
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here is a list to end your 2009 year. lets party
“HOTEL TUGU BALI’S END OF 2009 CELEBRATION”
This year end, Hotel Tugu Bali presents to you a taste of the rich, colorful and diverse culture of Indonesia along with the opportunity to experience some of the history that makes Indonesia such a mystical place. The night will be filled with a Balinese blessing ceremony, a delicious Tugu cocktail party, Rejang temple dance performance, dining experience with SATE IBU SARONGAN, the ROYAL TUGUDOM performance, and the rare Cupak Dance performance.
As we get closer to midnight, get your dancing shoes on for the Tugu New Year Beach Party, with tropical, jazz and blues infused beats performed by the internationally renowned DJ Wayne. This year end dinner is at USD 95++/person, subject to tax and service charge.
Children below 12 years old receive 50% off.
For reservations please contact: 0361 731 701 or email to: bali@tuguhotels.com
“CHRISTMAS EVE AT NUSA DUA BEACH HOTEL”
This year, celebrate the joy of Christmas at The Keraton Ballroom of Nusa Dua Beach Hotel. Worth for USD75++ (adults) and USD35++ (kids from 6-12 years), have a Winter Wonderful Christmas Eve Dinner with international menu buffet, live band, and snow queen dance from 7pm to 10pm on December 24th, 2009. While for the next day, with the same price, enjoy Family Christmas Carnival Dinner Party with international buffet, Latino Band, Magician, clowns, and cartoon characters at the Wedang Jahe Restaurant. For more information & reservation, please call: 0361 771210.
“YEAR END PARTY AT DISCOVERY KARTIKA PLAZA”
Worth USD 170++ per person and USD 85 ++ per child (from 4-12 years old), mark the end of 2009 and welcome the 2010 with a spectacular New Year’s Eve party in Kharisma Ballroom at Discovery Kartika Plaza. Enjoy the bid farewell with the “Royal Balinese” ambience and cultural performances, tailored with the Chef’s special creations of buffet dinner menu; these will make your celebrations even more memorable. The party will start from 19.00 until late.
“NEW YEAR’S EVE AT THE GANGSA”
Paying tribute to the distinct cultural heritage of Bali, The Gangsa will welcome the New Year with a locally flavoured celebration. Festivities will take place at Gong Restaurant and surrounding garden environment with an exotic Balinese BBQ dinner and island delicacies. New Year’s Eve at the gangsa is priced at just US$ 75 ++ per person. For reservation, contact: 270 260
Bagus Agro Pelaga
Lies over a lush tranquil forest, this luxury farm is the new eco-tourism spot in Bali that superbly designed to cater adventure activities for kids like camping, cycling, trekking, rafting, and more.
Jl Raya Puncak Mangu, Desa Pelaga, Petang
Tel: 7450031
Bali Mini Golf
Only 5 minutes away from the holly temple Tanah Lot, children can play golf in a miniature course into 18 different holes. With up to 7 strokes on each hole, it needs no worry to be an expert!
Add: Jl. By Pass Kerobokan,
Tanah Lot, Tabanan
Ph: 7437774
Bali Bird Park
Not only a unique place designed to increase the children’s awareness of their wildlife heritage but also welcomes school parties, provides children painting competitions and birthday parties.
Jl. Cok Ngurah Gambir,
Singapadu
Tel.: 299 352
Well, i come to the villa open house, and take some photo on it. this is an amazing villa located in front of the seminyak beach. with modern minimalist style, using palimanan stone walls, teakwood paneling, and massive floor-to-rooftop sliding glass doors to maximise the beach view.
Three of the four ensuite bathrooms are open to the sky, while each bedroom boasts sliding glass doors opening onto a private balcony or terrace. Each luxurious king-size bed at The Beach House is oriented towards the beach.















