17 Things I Wish I Knew BEFORE Travelling To BALI In 2024

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  • @DonaldGashi
    @DonaldGashi 7 місяців тому +17

    Going to Bali in just under 2 weeks and I can’t get enough of your travel tips, packing and now this Bali video! Thanks a lot good
    Job! 🤜🏼

    • @HyperactiveSloth79
      @HyperactiveSloth79 7 місяців тому +3

      As other commenters have mentioned, Canggu has changed a lot, so you might consider a different jumping off point. Canggu is triple the price for an overly congested party hub. It's a victim of it's own publicity. It was so nice (in the opinion of Western urbanite influencers) that everybody made videos about it and more and more of the same type flocked there, which drove up prices, then they built new construction over all the place so no more natural scenery, and now it's kind of like an amusement park for wealthy westerners. It feels more like LA than Bali. If that's your kind of thing, you'll absolutely love it, but if you're coming to Bali to experience Bali then you'd be better off skipping it.
      ...or if you don't want to wait an hour in traffic to get 5 km down the road. 😆
      Fortunately, there are still dozens of other great places to stay that are amazing! It all depends on what you like most. If you can answer the question, "What makes you want to go to Bali?" then I (or anyone else with recent experience) could suggest a better alternative.

    • @mynk_coatz
      @mynk_coatz 3 місяці тому

      How was your trip? I’m in Thailand now thinking about heading over to Bali after Vietnam.

  • @xoooxzzzz5744
    @xoooxzzzz5744 Рік тому +92

    Yes, some beaches in Bali are black sand beaches because Bali is a volcanic island. That’s how the soil is so fertile here (I’ve definitely seen plants grow everywhere, on the roof, on the pavement, etc). Black sand beach might be an experience though, when the sun is up, the black sand glitters, literally glitters, it’s so pretty

    • @Cassiallunsi
      @Cassiallunsi Рік тому +2

      Thanks for this info!!! I’m taking a honeymoon to Bali. I was set on Ubud until I heard this😍

    • @xoooxzzzz5744
      @xoooxzzzz5744 Рік тому +4

      @@Cassiallunsi ubud is great too. It’s a different vibe. It has a lot of greeneries so it feels really fresh around the area. Regarding the black beach, make sure to do research beforehand because sanur beach, for example, used to be a black beach but not anymore since it receives imported sand to fight against corrosion

    • @Cassiallunsi
      @Cassiallunsi Рік тому +2

      @@xoooxzzzz5744 I’ll just make sure to visit all of Bali haha. They have so much to offer and I heard the locals are very nice!

    • @mirnaeffendiindos5658
      @mirnaeffendiindos5658 Рік тому +3

      @@Cassiallunsi to tourist particularly and to westerners especially 😁

    • @rizqifajartgr2105
      @rizqifajartgr2105 Рік тому +2

      @@Cassiallunsi u can find white sand beaches also.. Melasti beach, Pandawa beach, padang padang, and many secret beaches other.. i love melasti beach

  • @BigFamilyVolcanoIndonesia
    @BigFamilyVolcanoIndonesia Рік тому +105

    Thank you for visiting Bali Indonesia.
    Little information, did you know that in Bali there are 26 volcanoes. Not only that, they even have different historical characteristics this is real because many foreign tourists don't know about this volcanoes in Bali. Most of them know that in Bali there are only 2 or 4 volcanoes which actually have 26 volcanoes in Bali.
    List of Volcanoes in Bali Indonesia.
    1). Agung = 3.142m
    2). Abang = 2.152m (My favorit in Bali).
    3). Adeng = 1.826m
    4). Batukaru = 2.276m
    5). Batur = 1.717m (My favorit In Bali).
    6). Banyu Wedang = 430m
    7). Catur = 2.098m
    8). Klatakan = 698m
    9). Kutul = 842m
    10). Seraya = 1.058m (My favorit In Bali).
    11). Lesung = 1.860m
    12). Lok Badung = 1.028m
    13). Merbuk = 1.356m
    14). Mesehe = 1.300m
    15). Musi = 1.215m
    16). Mundi = 529m
    17). Ngandang = 622m
    18). Patas = 1.414m (My favorit in Bali).
    19). Penulisan = 1.745m
    20). Pohen = 2.089m (My favorit In Bali).
    21). Prapat Agung = 310m
    22). Sanghyang = 2.087m
    23). Sangiang = 1.004m
    24). Sidemen = 826m
    25). Silang Jana = 1.903m
    26). Ancient Bratan = ?m (Exploded).
    Volcanoes in Indonesia are included in the biological mother of Indonesia. If the total number of volcanoes in Indonesia is more than 570 - 600 with different characteristics (on land + in the underwater sea). I hope you have a pleasant trip and have an extraordinary experience while in Indonesia because too many strange places.
    Visit one of the volcanoes (Mother biological Indonesia) at least 1 or 2 times, because it is different in all conditions or routes and you can also see other volcanoes than the one you are currently climbing. As well as having different histories regarding of eruptions that have occurred. But be carefull and this real.
    Other information : Even near Bali there is the island of Lombok which has 27 volcanoes. List of volcanoes in Lombok :
    1). Rinjani = 3.726m (My favorit in Lombok).
    2). Senkereang = 2.919m
    3). Tanaklatur = 2.664m (My favorit in Lombok).
    4). Plawangan = 2.612m
    5). Barujari = 2.351m (My favorit in Lombok).
    6). Atas Timuk = 2.238m
    7). Nangi = 2.330m
    8). Malang = 2.251m
    9). Propok = 2.077m
    10). Kanji = 2.045m (My favorit in Lombok).
    11). Iyasa = 2.029m
    12). Buanmangge = 1.916m
    13). Seribu = 1.910m
    14). Andas = 1.893m
    15). Marungmerimis = 1.892m
    16). Baliyuk = 1.732m (My favorit in Lombok).
    17). Pergasingan = 1.670m
    18). Bukitbau = 1.668m
    19). Turunanjalan = 1.626m
    20). Ketimun = 1.602m
    21). Sengkor = 1.490m (My favorit in Lombok).
    22). Mundung = 1.440m
    23). Meninting = 1.418m
    24). Bau = 1.336m (My favorit in Lombok).
    25). Selong = 1.200m (My favorit in Lombok).
    26). Mesjidborok = 1.272m
    27). Muteran = 1.083m
    28). Samalas = ?m (Exploded).
    So, imagine just Bali + Lombok = 2 island in Indonesia but have 54 Volcanoes.
    The total height of the volcanoes on the island of Bali = 35.527m
    The total height of the volcanoes on the island of Lombok = 54.282m
    35.527m + 54.282m = 89.809 (Only 2 islands in Indonesia are counted but the height of the volcano is almost 100.000m).
    There are many more volcanoes on other islands in Indonesia, all of which have different characteristics. Basically the territory of Indonesia is the volcano itself which forms a curved basin if one looks at it from the global maps. That is the real 100% biological mother of Indonesia = Volcanoes (Including Krakatau, Toba, Tambora, Samalas, Awu & Leuser in Indonesia).
    (One above all / Volcanism of Indonesia).
    If talk about all the volcanoes in Indonesia, it's like discussing something that is mega colossal and very complicated if explained in detail. There are even many tourists who will be very confused, because on the island of Bali there are still many tourists who think that there are only 4-6.
    Good video and stay healthy.

    • @4ashtray319
      @4ashtray319 Рік тому +6

      You gave us a history lesson. I’m proud I learned something today though!

    • @stevan3271
      @stevan3271 Рік тому +1

      Panjang amat wkwkw 😂🤣🙏 dia cuman kasih info selama dia traveling di bali 🤣😂 di info tentang gunung semua , keren kok
      ..

    • @SheSheWanders
      @SheSheWanders Рік тому +2

      I did a guided hike on Mount Batur. Phenomenal!!

    • @SN-hg6bx
      @SN-hg6bx 10 місяців тому

      Okayyyyy👍 that was quite the roll 😂❤

  • @monkeymantrades
    @monkeymantrades Рік тому +19

    This is probably the best video I have seen on Bali. It’s full of all the kinds of information that I would want plus some great tips that I wouldn’t of known I needed. Thanks for making this. Very well done!

  • @imadfarfour8375
    @imadfarfour8375 3 місяці тому +10

    I have visited Bali for my honeymoon with my wife. To make things simple: Best destination for honeymoon.
    The vibes, the people, nature, temples, waterfalls, Zoo, swings, views!!
    All are awesome. Sadly we only had 1 week so we grabbed as much as possible of it but still you will never be able to do all Bali even if you live there forever.
    I for sure will visit it again someday.

    • @robintate
      @robintate 2 місяці тому

      Anything in particular you recommend or avoid?

    • @raulalvarado2692
      @raulalvarado2692 Місяць тому

      Any recommendations on where to stay?

  • @aimbuzz
    @aimbuzz 2 роки тому +79

    As Indonesian myself, your tips are top notch better than some local guides 🤭

    • @Joelfriend
      @Joelfriend  2 роки тому +2

      Aww thank you very much! 😊

    • @finalgeneration66
      @finalgeneration66 2 роки тому +1

      Indeed, indeed

    • @sectorofzee422
      @sectorofzee422 Рік тому +1

      hiii just want to ask, there is airport in Bali right? and how many hours approximately the travel going to any hotel resorts? thank you for the response

    • @HyperactiveSloth79
      @HyperactiveSloth79 7 місяців тому +1

      @@sectorofzee422 Bali has it's own international airport. Last time I was there I stayed in Kuta at the Grand Inna, and it was a short drive from the airport. So close, in fact that I went walking down the boardwalk enjoying the beaches at sunset one evening and accidentally ended up back at the airport. 😂 Canggu is about 30 minutes to 2 hours north up the coast depending on time of day because of extremely dense traffic. Sanur, Nusa Dua, and Seminyak are each about 30 minutes, but in different directions. Ubud is about 1 to 1.5 hours from the airport depending on ring road traffic. Lovina on the Northern shore and Amed on the Eastern shore are each about 3 hours away from the airport, but could be 4 or more during peak hours.

  • @Joelfriend
    @Joelfriend  2 роки тому +52

    Indonesia has a 35 USD Visa fee which you pay for on arrival at Bali International airport, You can pay cash or card!

    • @dickeydosh
      @dickeydosh 2 роки тому +5

      you can pay on card now, we went last month!

    • @Joelfriend
      @Joelfriend  2 роки тому +5

      @@dickeydosh thanks mate, just edited it, great to know!

    • @rusman578
      @rusman578 2 роки тому +5

      Many people (tourist) know what you say.. You vlog no use ....

    • @rianatreeshamrosli9884
      @rianatreeshamrosli9884 2 роки тому +1

      Do they still prefer cash now? Or is card payment preferred?

    • @rahulprakash4621
      @rahulprakash4621 2 роки тому +1

      We arrived here a week back. They accepted card payment.

  • @maddiihogarth8952
    @maddiihogarth8952 Рік тому +15

    Thank you so much for this! I found a lot of comfort from your tips as a first-time solo traveller to Bali! Writing a list and keeping mental notes so I can maximise my time there. I have a retreat for a few days & then spend a couple days sightseeing before flying back to Aus. Am super nervous but looking forward to the experience. Thanks again for all your advice!!

  • @swineninety9
    @swineninety9 Рік тому +10

    Great video, best overview I've seen on Bali. I lived in Thailand and Cambodia for two years and video's like these really help travelers decide on where to go and what to do. Props.

  • @gabriellemary3793
    @gabriellemary3793 2 роки тому +19

    Friendship greetings, introduce I'm from Indonesia I am located in Java and my home is close to Mount Bromo the mountain you mentioned in your video... I'm still improve my English and I found your video very interesting.
    Here I learned a lot about Bali too and English thank you very much...

    • @TennisTV1
      @TennisTV1 8 місяців тому

      I would like to visit Bromo soon

  • @dubbid279
    @dubbid279 Рік тому +20

    A great video with really good advice except for 1 point. You mention scooters are a great way to get around. I totally agree. What you should also mention is you need to hold a motorcycle licence in your home country and have an International Driving Permit that indicates this. If you are don't have a licence and are injured in an accident travel insurance will not cover you or your passenger if you have one.. As you correctly state traffic in the built up areas is horrendous. I would hate to ride as an inexperienced rider in those conditions. I am an experienced rider and still don't like riding. As a regular Bali traveller I have heard too many stories where an unlicensed rider has been injured and a go fund me page has been set up to cover the huge medical expenses. In addition they run the risk of being pulled over by the police and as they don't have a licence pay the police officer money to be let off. Put simply a person doesn't ride illegally in their home country so therefore they shouldn't think it is ok to do in Bali.

    • @Chris-eu2ls
      @Chris-eu2ls Рік тому +1

      Thank you for letting me know!! I am leaving in exactly 23 days. Hopefully it’s enough time to get those licenses..

  • @AlKhebir11
    @AlKhebir11 2 роки тому +13

    When on Gilli T, make sure to stroll trough the centre of the island. Malaca hill lounge is a nice bar with Jamaican vibe in the centre of the island and we had a great time there!

  • @Widlomaa
    @Widlomaa 2 роки тому +17

    Your video provides so much value!! Thank you so much for this!!! We'll be going to Bali this winter and your tips were gold!! 🙏

  • @onlyvbandbintangboy8210
    @onlyvbandbintangboy8210 Рік тому +15

    After travelling to Bali for the last 20 years the last place I would stay would be Canggu. Even if I was offered free accommodation! It was great a decade ago when it was off the beaten track with unsealed roads and go to the Echo Beach Bar. Best places to stay Legian and Sanur. No want-to-bes and Instagramers, urgh!

    • @NNat-nu8ec
      @NNat-nu8ec Рік тому +2

      Want-to-bes 🤣🤣

    • @catb4516
      @catb4516 Рік тому +2

      Agree. Been going to Bali for decades. Canggu is a hole and way over-rated and over-oriced 👎👎👎

    • @daniel.septembre
      @daniel.septembre 2 місяці тому +2

      I've been to Bali only once and I totally agree. Canggo is a big no no. Almost no local architecture and a bunch of western clothing shops and restaurants. Walking around is just not interesting, I found Seminyak much much better. It is very touristy but it has a soul.

  • @windahbima3792
    @windahbima3792 2 роки тому +9

    As Indonesian, I accept this is very good guidance for tourists.

  • @jeangove01
    @jeangove01 11 місяців тому +11

    The thing about bargaining is that if you manage to get a lower price, know that you're still paying a higher price than normal.

    • @Joelfriend
      @Joelfriend  4 місяці тому +1

      Of course! But probably fair right?

  • @Coastmac2001
    @Coastmac2001 2 роки тому +30

    Get out and around to places like Tabanan . Not much of a tourist area, but the night markets & street food are superb. We stay around the island in accomodation for AUD $15-$27 a night PP with breakfast in clean , comfortable AC rooms. Lunch , dinner & drinks, take away coffees etc should cost no more than about $14 AUD per day. Our budget was $90 AUD a day & we pretty well cane right on that. Do Ulawatu, GWK cultural Centre, do a bicycle tour, white water rafting, etc. Eat like a local. Family owned warungs are clean, cheap & the food is really something. Bali knows it's food. Don't be afraid to eat only Indonesian food on your stay. I don't Eat any western meals at all. Indonesian food is tasty & healthy . Avoid tap water. Ice is regulated by the government & is completely Safe. Avoid Arak unless it's commercially packaged, do try the non alcoholic Jamu or Java Ginger Soda which is called Temulawak . Radler Bintang orange or lemon is another refreshing drink. 2% Alc vol. If shopping In markets, haggle , there's a price for locals & the tourist price is up to 10x higher. Don't be afraid to bargain. But DECLARE any wooden or commercially packaged foodstuffs on return to your country of origin. I'm about to head back to Bali in 3 wks. My 2nd trip this yr since August. The people, food, hospitality, scenery are superb. As the video has stated, there are far more positives to Bali than negatives. Get out and enjoy what this truly amazing country has to offer. I'm absolutely hooked!

    • @IndicesDon
      @IndicesDon 2 роки тому +1

      enjoy your stay, im planning on coming september next year

    • @imgguru1277
      @imgguru1277 Рік тому

      What's the cheapest way to get around or cheap car rentals?

    • @Coastmac2001
      @Coastmac2001 Рік тому +1

      @@imgguru1277 hire a driver & car. Can cost from about $25AUD for a 1/2 day & $50 AUD for a full day. Rockycooldude or Bali car & driver are excellent choices. Both speak fluent English & are excellent guides & drivers. Contact them for exact pricing , but this is an average price that I paid in bali last yr

    • @sectorofzee422
      @sectorofzee422 Рік тому

      @@Coastmac2001hiii just want to ask from the Airport how many hours the trip going to the hotel resorts? i mean approximately coz we know there are a lot of locations in around Bali.. first time to visit there

    • @Coastmac2001
      @Coastmac2001 Рік тому

      @@sectorofzee422 depends on where you are going. Even though distances to like sanur or canggu are a matter of a few km from eachother & the airport , it can take up to or over 30-45 mins . Ubud about 30 km or so from the airport can take up to or over a good hr or more , Tabanan up 2 hrs . Varies with traffic conditions

  • @rizqifajartgr2105
    @rizqifajartgr2105 Рік тому +2

    Bali has several white sand beaches.. Melasti, pandawa, padang-padang, and many more secret beaches.. i love melasti beach..

  • @finalgeneration66
    @finalgeneration66 2 роки тому +4

    if you come to Bali again, you welcome to stay few days at Amore Villas or Mayana Villas in Canggu.

  • @maximhollandnederlandthene7640

    Sanur Beach is the best 🤗
    Dream beach with white sand.

  • @HealthglowsNet
    @HealthglowsNet Рік тому +5

    Thank you for this fun and detailed video. I enjoyed it much and now I cannot wait to go to beautiful Bali again!

  • @dmitryribchiuk8045
    @dmitryribchiuk8045 Рік тому +4

    i feel that this was the most useful video about Bali. Thanks man

  • @isabellelarere8450
    @isabellelarere8450 Рік тому +66

    Nice video, as an Indonesian myself I feel like your advices are really relevant to a foreigner :) On a sidenote, I just wondering why black sand beaches are always seen as "not beautiful" ? hahah I personally find something so unique about this volcanic sand !

    • @danteneves
      @danteneves Рік тому

      Hi I am planning a trip of 2 weeks to bali this october and since you are from Indonesia could you perhaps tell me about the weather in october? How is it usually like? Is it hot? Does it rain? Is it dead? Just an idea even if you are not from bali? I´m a little worried, Thanks

    • @ZenXv3
      @ZenXv3 Рік тому

      @@danteneves I'm not a Balinese, but from a neighbouring country. So what I say may or may not be accurate. But I assume beginning till mid of October should be fine. November is when the monsoon really starts (that is, in my country).
      Also, with the recent news, it was stated that the heat waves rumoured to last until October. I guess, if your goodself is from a 4 season country, October would be sort of the Autumn, which in this case for Bali should be in between the Sunny & Wet season.
      With that said, I also assume the crowd will start to fade upon October, since many would start to worry about the monsoon will disrupt their lovely trip there.
      I would also love to hear from Isabelle. I myself would also love to visit Bali end of August.

  • @xieferry
    @xieferry 2 роки тому +32

    U right Joel... Indonesia is the number 1 most beautiful country in the world, loaded with beautiful islands and beaches, active volcanos, vertil soils , marine diversities, many moreee... and New Zealand comes 2nd

    • @junianunes8214
      @junianunes8214 Рік тому

      You haven’t been to Brazil 😊

    • @GS-777
      @GS-777 Рік тому

      Thailand smashes Indonesia

    • @HABIBIBIBIBIBI50
      @HABIBIBIBIBIBI50 Рік тому

      Dude 2022 bali is one of the dirtiest beach so much trash cuz of so much tourist

  • @explorersspacetime9033
    @explorersspacetime9033 2 роки тому +14

    Bali is the beauty of facilities, Raja Ampat is the beauty of nature

  • @AndrewandMegan
    @AndrewandMegan 2 роки тому +12

    Great tips! Haven’t planned our Bali trip yet, so before we go, I’ll definitely be watching this video again.

    • @Joelfriend
      @Joelfriend  2 роки тому +2

      Aww thank you very much for watching, glad you found it useful! Enjoy Bali when you go!

  • @CharlotteBurton-z5f
    @CharlotteBurton-z5f 9 місяців тому +1

    i feel that this was the most useful video about Bali. Thanks man

    • @Joelfriend
      @Joelfriend  9 місяців тому

      Thank you, I’m glad to hear it :)

  • @datBoondockingdiva
    @datBoondockingdiva 2 роки тому +14

    Gratitude ✨️As a RVer and part-time vanlifer & digital nomad, I can't wait to visit Bali in 2023. Thanks for sharing your lessons learned 🤗

  • @Nico-kb7yf
    @Nico-kb7yf 5 місяців тому

    in indonesia tourism is world famous
    1) bali
    2)labuan bajo gunung rinjani
    3)yogyakarta candi borobudur
    4solo candi prambanan
    5)puncak bogor
    6)gunung bromo jawa timur
    7 dan bnyk tempt yg lainya

  • @sarahpark4693
    @sarahpark4693 2 роки тому +30

    I just started planning for my trip to Bali this December and stumbled across your video (thanks to UA-cam's algorithms lol) -- thanks so much for the useful tips! I was originally planning on a surf trip but your hikes to the volcanos look STUNNING. I should def try that. And of course Lombok. Thank you!!!

    • @Joelfriend
      @Joelfriend  2 роки тому +2

      Yess! Honestly I love Lombok highly highly recommend it!! Have a great time, and thanks for watching! 😊

    • @seraphimsphoto
      @seraphimsphoto 2 роки тому +2

      I'm planning a trip the last week of December first week of January. I'll wave at you as we fly by

    • @virasinee7653
      @virasinee7653 Рік тому

      Did you find the weather was okay in December as I'm thinking of going then but worried about the fact its rainy season. Did it stop you from doing the activities like swim with Dolphins, Mount Batur etc?

  • @tombremer359
    @tombremer359 Місяць тому

    Thanks guys. I am head to Bali for 2 weeks on my way back to Thailand.

  • @loyz8048
    @loyz8048 2 роки тому +332

    I would say to skip Canggu, it's way overated.Only first time tourists, vloggers,surfers dudes and hipster that go there and the traffic is unbearable now.Anyway, nothing much to do there and you can find better beaches and ricefields elsewhere on the island.I would say Sanur, Kintamani or Nusa dua is more interesting imo.

    • @lsantomal
      @lsantomal 2 роки тому +14

      Agree. Sanur, Kintamani, Nusa Dua, Ubud is more interesting. Skip Seminyak and Canggu....it's overrated.

    • @windyindyy2941
      @windyindyy2941 2 роки тому +5

      Dont forget about jimbaran☺️ its nice place to go

    • @loyz8048
      @loyz8048 Рік тому +6

      @@machinesnmetal Then you will feel right at home in Canggu.

    • @omgshift111
      @omgshift111 Рік тому +16

      It kinda depends on what you want out of your trip though. If you are wanting the most beautiful landscapes, to explore and unwind, and to engage with a different culture, I would agree... For myself and my partner, we are both experienced travellers and chose to spend the majority of our honeymoon in Canggu because we wanted the tourist component - we wanted infinite amazing restaurants, massages, luxe accom etc.

    • @sna6374
      @sna6374 Рік тому +4

      The entire island of Bali is overrated! It’s all just average. The beaches are quite filthy. The only thing I like here is the Bintang beer.

  • @geniusyola1982
    @geniusyola1982 6 місяців тому

    As an Indonesian, I can say your reccomendations are approved ❤

  • @reneiribarren3647
    @reneiribarren3647 9 місяців тому

    everything you said is so true, on the bad things to avoid I'll add this for surfers: do not buy a used surfboard with big art on it, I did and found out the art was to cover up the repair of a broken board, on the biggest day of surf it brooked and I missed the best swell of my life. also watchout the scooters, one guy ripped my phone with all my photos on it (on the last day of the trip, at least I have my gopro pics), other than that everything was magic and I'm definitely coming back one day

  • @JohnRPike
    @JohnRPike 3 місяці тому +1

    Thanks for sharing Joel. Great tips to help the everyday traveller

  • @kimbirch1202
    @kimbirch1202 4 місяці тому +1

    Im flying from the UK to Bali tomorrow, for 4 weeks but am avoiding the southern beaches, and starting in Ubud, then Eastern Bali, and finishing in Nusa Penida.

    • @Joelfriend
      @Joelfriend  4 місяці тому

      That’s awesome! East Bali is awesome and nusa. Penida has to be one of my favourite islands!

  • @pragyanbezbo
    @pragyanbezbo 2 роки тому +10

    This is so well put. I am planning Bali next year around March with my would-be wife.
    These are gold points that you have shared.
    Thanks Joel :)

  • @mauricegold9377
    @mauricegold9377 Рік тому +6

    Wonderful and helpful, with stunning shots of what to expect in various places. I have been living in Bali for nearly 17 years now, and have had a little experience with visas of different types. It must be emphasised that a stay longer than a month or two (I am unsure of the exact latest wheezes that the Indonesian authorities have dreamed up to inconvenience visitors), but perhaps suggesting a visit to a local Indonesian embassy/consulate in the visitors' home-country before departure would clarify things. Otherwise getting a visa-agent or visiting imigrasi in Bali might not be much fun. Running into overstay will be seriously frowned upon, and maybe expensive.
    I liked your camera-work, and still have some places I'd like to visit from your list.
    Bravo.

  • @davieravindra390
    @davieravindra390 2 роки тому +2

    i love Bali the view is just amazing

  • @fjalls
    @fjalls 2 роки тому +2

    3:09 I'd recommend Gili Air any day of the week unless you are about only partying. The Gilis isnt a part of Bali but rather Lombok

  • @shoodanify
    @shoodanify Рік тому +3

    Probably best to mention that a motorcycle licence is required by law… just because you can hire a bike without one, doesn’t mean you should. If you ride one without a licence, in the event of an accident, travel insurance will not cover you. An international motorcycle licence is the way to go.

  • @xoooxzzzz5744
    @xoooxzzzz5744 Рік тому +1

    The only place where there’s traffic all the time is around Kuta, Seminyak and Canggu area, everywhere else is typically relatively smooth. Riding a scooter is a faster way to go but PLEASE BE CAREFUL AND DONT EVER BE RECKLESS. If you can’t ride a scooter, don’t try it for the first time there. I don’t know how many times I’ve been in a car in Bali with the driver almost having a heart attack cause of a tourist who is not proficient at riding a scooter. Also, each country have their own road system so if you’re not 100% confident that you can adapt well and is a great driver, it’s better to use those transportation apps.
    Also, if you’re in Bali by the time of this comment (early January) be careful of being in the street cause the wind is really harsh and trees might fall

  • @ahmadcianjur3879
    @ahmadcianjur3879 2 роки тому

    Honeymoon in Bali Indonesia great
    Selamat minikmati di Bali Indonesia

  • @kristinechua2986
    @kristinechua2986 4 місяці тому

    I think you should explore our country Philippines next. We have Palawan which for me , can beat all other beaches elsewhere. We have Cebu, Bohol, Albay bicol, sagada, rice terraces.,. siquijor, siargao, samal island Davao. Zambales, ilocos, Baguio, batanes, bukidnon, Bacolod, guimaras, leyte, samar. The list could go on and on. Try it here. U won't regret it . Even us locals can't get enough of our own country. there's so much to explore and yet to see. I'm proud of my country. It's a beautiful one.

  • @SofiaCostales
    @SofiaCostales 2 роки тому +2

    Thanks Joel! Will try Canggu. First time to travel to Bali on my birthday. 😊

  • @frantsev
    @frantsev Рік тому +1

    Just came back from
    Nusa Penida. Would recommend: overcrowded..very expensive, all roads are broken, it’s gonna be a disaster to take bike there. Lots of rubbish on the streets(

  • @stuarteades1508
    @stuarteades1508 8 місяців тому

    Good value video for some quick up to date research on Bali - haven't been there for a long time. Thanks.

  • @nomadnush8547
    @nomadnush8547 2 роки тому +3

    These tips are fantastic! Wish I knew all of this before I visited

  • @thom99
    @thom99 Рік тому

    For our ferry we paid 350 from Hotel in Ubud to Gili Trawangan including transfer to the port. (Vijaya Perkasa). Eka Jaya is more expensive

  • @get0kat
    @get0kat 9 місяців тому

    Traffic in Canggu is ridiculous I’d recommend going there first rather than last on your schedule if you’re flying out you need to leave super early it took us 3 hrs to get to airport and we left 9am :/

  • @chrisbuck1184
    @chrisbuck1184 8 місяців тому

    great video ,Bali is on my bucket list and after watching this im booking ,thanks you so much

  • @nirvanaramdin9811
    @nirvanaramdin9811 2 роки тому +2

    Thank you for An awesome and excellent video. I enjoyed it

    • @Joelfriend
      @Joelfriend  2 роки тому

      Glad you enjoyed it, thanks for watching!

  • @TheMuratca
    @TheMuratca 2 роки тому +2

    Superb video mate. all in one with actual planning wow

    • @Joelfriend
      @Joelfriend  2 роки тому

      Glad you liked it! Thanks for watching!

  • @fajrilfatih7193
    @fajrilfatih7193 2 роки тому +1

    Volcano...waterfalls...bali safari

  • @AdrianasWonderland
    @AdrianasWonderland 10 місяців тому +1

    Such a great and helpful video❤ I’m moving to Bali in two months time and I’m so excited❤ I’m doing this alone so I am a little scared

  • @dimaswicaksono5030
    @dimaswicaksono5030 Рік тому +2

    I hope you enjoy Indonesia not only Bali

  • @deletedchannellolhaha
    @deletedchannellolhaha 2 роки тому +3

    Thank you for making this video! I am moving here at the end of the month and this was super helpful 😅

    • @Joelfriend
      @Joelfriend  2 роки тому

      Glad it was helpful! Have a good time in Bali!

  • @shibuigardenbungalows0420
    @shibuigardenbungalows0420 Рік тому

    I recommend after bali stop by here on your way to or from Mt Rinjani trek . Lombok. Then off to komodo to see the dragons or party the night away at Gili Trawangan or just chill st the beach near us where not a tourist is to be seen anywhere. All the best .Shibui 😊

  • @Eda-Gunes
    @Eda-Gunes 4 місяці тому

    Also if you don't know how to use motorbike, you can easily spend too much for Grab/Gojek to go around while your stay. Especially if you go somewhere every day and want to see different parts, as I believe we all do.

  • @mikfalk8019
    @mikfalk8019 Рік тому

    Going to bali in mid October. We're from perth W.A. so we only have white sand. Look forward to seeing black volcanic sand personally

  • @Shriwellness88
    @Shriwellness88 Рік тому +2

    Raining season is October to March and dry season is April to September.

  • @kerenbanget1
    @kerenbanget1 2 роки тому +1

    Try "nasi padang" in UK. it's one of the indonesian food and yes, nasi padang is there in the UK.

  • @runforlife2323
    @runforlife2323 2 роки тому +2

    Thanks for promoting another part of indonesia , indonesia is so huge .. but mostly people in the world didnt realize it and only know bali to vacation in indonesia which is funny. :)) how about another 16999++ islands LOL

  • @adamgrab1184
    @adamgrab1184 Рік тому

    Great and very useful video! Thanks a lot bro

  • @stop-1backup296
    @stop-1backup296 Рік тому

    Nice, thank you for showing important parts

  • @EF-ft7lw
    @EF-ft7lw 11 місяців тому

    Best Bali video ever

  • @wanderlostfilms
    @wanderlostfilms 2 роки тому +1

    Amazing video! Thanks for sharing all of these tips!

    • @Joelfriend
      @Joelfriend  2 роки тому

      No worries, glad they were useful!

  • @ouafayas7656
    @ouafayas7656 4 місяці тому

    i’m planning to go back to bali jn 2025 ur vedio seems helpful thank u

  • @maxhuk
    @maxhuk Рік тому +1

    Thank you for the tips!

  • @Nicolettidaniel
    @Nicolettidaniel Рік тому

    Thanks for creating this!

  • @callmephillyb5662
    @callmephillyb5662 2 роки тому +5

    I’d love to see your whole plan for the 5 months away, me and my girlfriend are travelling from Liverpool to south east Asia for 6 months in March 23 😊

  • @abhisekdas1150
    @abhisekdas1150 8 днів тому +1

    Planning for Bali Tour in December, its wet season, but unfortunately between 25Dec to 2nd Jan is the only time period, when myself, wifey and kid can go on vacation together. But, knowing tropical rain, December in Bali, would it be a good choice?

  • @alinapfeiffenberger7279
    @alinapfeiffenberger7279 Рік тому +1

    I am just starting to plan my bali trip in februar! Thanks to your great video and tips 😊 i hope the vulcan won‘t blow me away 😉😂

  • @thomuso
    @thomuso Рік тому

    Lots of great info here, but be aware, if you want to visit all those places in 30 days, you will need to prepare for lots of hours in transportation.

  • @dbibbyma
    @dbibbyma 5 місяців тому

    Dude! Good video. Good info. Especially, get there early.

  • @globalcruiser
    @globalcruiser Рік тому

    Thank you for this. Really Great!

  • @SuelFadel
    @SuelFadel 3 місяці тому

    Going to Bali solo in 2 days and I'm very excited

    • @waltertchapman32
      @waltertchapman32 2 місяці тому

      Going soon as well, any tips from your recent experience?

    • @SuelFadel
      @SuelFadel 2 місяці тому

      @@waltertchapman32 Have fun man! It's very safe and had so much fun. Just don't drink tap water or use it to brush your teeth haha use bottled water. Bali Belly is a common thing there.

  • @venkputta271
    @venkputta271 2 роки тому +13

    I just stumbled across your channel like a day ago, and I've been binge watching EVERY Southeast Asia video you've made, I've at least watched like 10 videos by now. I know there's multiple videos about this, but I just have one question you've probably answered by now. Can a 19 year old, like me , travel around South Asia (alone), go to all these beautiful countries around South Asia (alone), get a bike or moped, and a SIM card, and take all my camera equipment, stay in medium well hotels and hostels (half and half), carry 2 bags (like one of your other videos said), shoot footage, meet new locals and make friends and all of this ALL OF MY OWN, I unfortunately don't know anyone who's interested in traveling so I'm kind of sad and a little scared I have to go on my own ): I have the median budget for it, but do you genuinely think I can do it ? Your answer to this will GENUINELY decide my decision to go next summer or not, also I'm from California so it would also be considering a long flight (I've never flown alone before). I'm genuinely curious if you think someone like me can do it.

    • @Joelfriend
      @Joelfriend  2 роки тому +6

      Bro I did this at 18 years on hardly any money, and you for sure can certainly do this, everything is possible this idea you can bring to life and make a reality! So excited for you get that flight ticket booked!

    • @venkputta271
      @venkputta271 2 роки тому

      @@Joelfriend thank you so much man, I honestly appreciate your response a ton. I’ll do more research and comment on another video how that goes. Have a good day bro!

    • @celinefreiburghaus599
      @celinefreiburghaus599 2 роки тому +1

      @@venkputta271 You're gonna rock this! Just believe in yourself and everything is gonna be fine. Wish you all the best :)

    • @venkputta271
      @venkputta271 2 роки тому

      @@celinefreiburghaus599 thank you so much!!! Very sweet of you (((:

    • @hanipbet4357
      @hanipbet4357 2 роки тому +1

      make friends with locals at your average age in the places/cities u want to explore in Indonesia, & they will help you

  • @vinkepinn
    @vinkepinn Рік тому +2

    Indonesia is my dream country greetings from Bradford United Kingdom

  • @martinf9353
    @martinf9353 Рік тому +1

    I am in Bali for 2 days now and somebody tried to steal my phone today while driving a scooter from Uluwatu to Nusa Dua. I was on a backseat trying to navigate from the phone meanwhile a driver on another scooter tried to take my phone. I was holding it really tight. So he didn’t success. Just take care. It can happen anytime.

  • @tomygirl18
    @tomygirl18 Рік тому +1

    Excellent and informative video! Headed to Bali in March next year and this video made me even more excited!! 🤗🤗

    • @dianakawkji3032
      @dianakawkji3032 Рік тому +1

      hey! I just came across your comment and im also going to Bali in march! I just wanted to ask you, are you worried that it will still be rainy season in march? have you done more research about weather ?

    • @tomygirl18
      @tomygirl18 Рік тому

      @@dianakawkji3032 how fun! I have done a bunch of research on it and am not that worried anymore. It's also towards the end of rainy season and I've heard that if it rains, it's usually intense for maybe an hour and then that's it. Also the air and everything is much fresher afterwards so it's actually not a bad thing! I went to Thailand once during rainy season and it was not a big issue. A few rain bursts here and there but we would just seek shelter at a café and wait it out 😊

    • @yulishamotilal5854
      @yulishamotilal5854 Рік тому +1

      Im also going in March, will land in Bali on the 10th. I hope there isnt much rain

  • @ericarchuleta9144
    @ericarchuleta9144 5 місяців тому

    I really appreciate these videos

  • @mrcliche1025
    @mrcliche1025 Рік тому +1

    If you want to go to best islands get a cruise to Labuan Bajo! Beautiful, fun, and unique. You way more likely to be bitten by a cobra than get rabies in Indonesia. Also Indonesian muslim women dont care if other women are covered or not; they just super friendly and love to get pics with foreigners. Not sure why u thought that either. You should visit other places in Indonesia to learn more about the beliefs, customs and lives of Indos.

  • @karimedinburgh
    @karimedinburgh 2 роки тому +1

    Nice video , wonderful upload !

  • @jchenneyrealty677
    @jchenneyrealty677 Місяць тому

    VEry informative. Thanks

  • @brayonassis8059
    @brayonassis8059 10 місяців тому +2

    Hey Joel, very nice video, thanks for the information, im going to bali in july for 2 months with my family, wife and 2 kids, you saw familys there? with kids? or you think is more for couples or singel?

    • @Tamarachloe
      @Tamarachloe 10 місяців тому

      There are lots of families with kids. The beaches and hotel swimming pools are so fun for them

  • @Paul-i9l
    @Paul-i9l Місяць тому

    Great thank you.

  • @CoopWorldWide
    @CoopWorldWide 2 роки тому +3

    I’ve been in Indonesia for the last 8 months … I highly recommend checking out Kintamani or Tejakula you could even go to Sanur
    Canggu is dope but it’s overrated
    And once you leave Bali check out west Papua, Sorong, Biak, Fak Fak, All of Java
    Free pro tip if you want to drink go to the kiosk and buy some Arrack(sorry if I spelled it wrong) … but it’s super cheap and don’t drink too much 😂 or else

    • @taltaie81
      @taltaie81 2 роки тому +1

      Any tips for visa for longer than 30 days stay? Me and my wife and our baby boy are traveling in end of October are planning to stay there for three months. I read only I need to apply for visa extinction there? Any tips or recommendations would be appreciated.

    • @CoopWorldWide
      @CoopWorldWide 2 роки тому

      @@taltaie81 I would 100% recommend getting a visa agent they make the process pretty simple

  • @Confident1111
    @Confident1111 2 роки тому

    You’re the best!!! Great tips

  • @jejewa2763
    @jejewa2763 11 місяців тому

    The best beach in the south with yellow sand is MELASTI BEACH
    I live 5 km from there, used to go when natural .
    It is beautiful...

  • @goIdhand
    @goIdhand 2 роки тому

    Such a helpful video. Cheers🎉

  • @matildakotan8349
    @matildakotan8349 2 роки тому +2

    Love your vidio ❤

  • @chycahaya
    @chycahaya 2 роки тому +5

    4:32 ‘make sure you bargain’ I don’t entirely agree with this, as this recommendation could be wrongly applied, and a few cents in your home currency, is a big difference to their family economy. You may bargain with a big company/organisation, but don’t bargain when you can see it’s a struggling business of the locals. They need the income when it’s just peanuts to you. Imagine traveling from a stronger currency country, yet still bargaining. I’m not from Indonesia I’m from Singapore, but I know how some locals there had to struggle through covid bad times, natural disasters, etc. How when we go to Europe, we don’t bargain…so why the other way round..

  • @LivingLesa
    @LivingLesa 2 роки тому

    Really informative video thanks man

  • @baliwalknshops1517
    @baliwalknshops1517 2 роки тому

    This is great information thanks for sharing

  • @ryanstead3148
    @ryanstead3148 2 роки тому +1

    Great stuff Joel!!

  • @renzdeguzman3791
    @renzdeguzman3791 2 роки тому +6

    Most westerners don't know this, but Traveloka is most of the time waaay cheaper than Agoda (at least for Asian countries). 😀

    • @Joelfriend
      @Joelfriend  2 роки тому +2

      I did actually use traveloka a couple of times, but not always option for this! Great suggestion! 😊

  • @HiddenGemindasunshine
    @HiddenGemindasunshine 2 роки тому

    Great insight thanks for the video

  • @arif7642
    @arif7642 Рік тому

    Awesome video!

  • @AnaTravelstheworld
    @AnaTravelstheworld 2 роки тому +6

    Great video to set the basis of planing my Bali trip 👌 you mentioned bargaining, what was your experience, is it usually a half priced deal that is the “normal” price you end up getting?