Great content Wayne.....I look forward to seeing your travels everday....with a coffee or 2. I really appreciate the GENTLE AND RESPECTFUL way you act and interact with all you meet along the journey. Miss Bali so much....and my most favoured place to stay is Ubud, so take such intrest in your daily walks and the people you meet. So nice to see the real BALI as I remember is just around a corner or 10 steps away from the distracting glitter. 🙏💙🙏 THANK YOU
Hey vicko. That's really a lovely comment to leave - thank you. I remember being at home waiting for the next trip looking for anything that I could watch to help until the day of departure. I'm so glad you "get it" and share the same joy and interest in the little day-today goings on. Thanks again for such a lovely comment.
As someone who is half-Australian half-Balinese, I find your videos immensely interesting. Much better than most of the VLOGS that show Bali. Ordinary interactions with everyday local people is much more interesting than the typical rehashed clips of Canggu or Ubud resorts.
Hi DYT2. That's really kind of you to say, thanks. I also find the simple day-to-day life of people more engaging than waterfalls, beaches, hotels, clubs...(not that there's anything wrong with enjoying these things if you want of course). The Balinese have unique culture and lifestyle which I find appealing and I'm enjoying discovering it a little. I'm really glad you're enjoying the vids, DYT2 - thanks again.
I've seen 4 of your blogs so far and I love them, because you feature real people with respect, not just as extras in an ego tripping video. My first time in Bali was in 2008, when my partner and I had a wedding ceremony in Kerobokan, in the house of a friend. It was love at first sight with Bali: the people, the food, the culture, the weather... And then we returned every year for 60 days, I started a local charity called Bali against AIDS with local people helping me and I had more reasons to return. But then I got cauda equina syndrome first and two years later a spinal stroke, so that was that. Couldn't travel anymore, at least not that far -from Belgium it's almost 24 hours. Now I watch travel and walking videos a lot and most are not all that great. But yours is, as you're genuine and a kind man. Keep up the good work and all the best from Antwerp. Ninette
Hi Ninette. Thanks for the kind words. I'm sorry you've had a bit of a rough patch and are unable to travel just now, it must have taken some adjustment for you. And well done with the things you were doing with your charity here - I'm sure it would have been appreciated. Thanks for taking the time, Ninette. Cheers.
Omg 94 he doesn't look like it at all. I miss the good old bemo's they were so much fun. Being invited to anything big personally in Bali is an honor. I got invited to birthday's , opening of big shops and restaurant. I must admit I miss the old days of Bali back in the 80's and 90's. I was 14 on my first trip in 1980. Omg that door is just stunning they don't make them like that anymore
Hey aussiejos. Those days back in the eighties and nineties were a hoot, weren't they? We were so lucky to have seen Bali then before mass tourism. Yes, it's an honor to be asked to go with the family to something like the ceremony they're headed to. It's a bit tricky for me as I have friends arriving...I'm getting the feeling there are a few of us who participate on this channel who could tell some good stories from the earlier days. great to see you.
@@fiascodagama1 I admit I don't like the way Bali is now. It has really lost its charm and beauty. We are the lucky ones for sure. Have a great night I look forward to your next video
Hi daniel. Thanks for taking the time. I think you're right - even having the most basic grasp of the language gives you a fuller experience and peek into every day life.
@@danielsundborn3774 Wow! You haven't been back since 97?? Even though much has changed it's still Bali and I think you'll feel connected to it again if you enjoyed it in the nineties. The face of the place has changed a lot, but the people not so much.
Thank you. We still have a couple of the old bemos in Sanur, near the Sindu Night Markets. When I talk with the younger local generations, they don't know what I'm talking about 😅
Hi jenny. Weren't the old bemos one heck of a way to get around? Crammed in to the brim surrounded by people, produce, the occasional chicken...And really got hot if you were on a long ride. Wouldn't change it for the world - good times.
@fiascodagama1 absolutely. I travelled from Bali and through Java in a bemo about 36 years ago. My Indo boyfriend at the time drove his bemo. He's back in West Java now. It's nice that we still communicate, even though we're both married to different people. I really enjoy your videos, thank you.
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Great content Wayne.....I look forward to seeing your travels everday....with a coffee or 2.
I really appreciate the GENTLE AND RESPECTFUL way you act and interact with all you meet along the journey.
Miss Bali so much....and my most favoured place to stay is Ubud, so take such intrest in your daily walks and the people you meet.
So nice to see the real BALI as I remember is just around a corner or 10 steps away from the distracting glitter.
🙏💙🙏 THANK YOU
Hey vicko. That's really a lovely comment to leave - thank you. I remember being at home waiting for the next trip looking for anything that I could watch to help until the day of departure. I'm so glad you "get it" and share the same joy and interest in the little day-today goings on. Thanks again for such a lovely comment.
As someone who is half-Australian half-Balinese, I find your videos immensely interesting. Much better than most of the VLOGS that show Bali. Ordinary interactions with everyday local people is much more interesting than the typical rehashed clips of Canggu or Ubud resorts.
Hi DYT2. That's really kind of you to say, thanks. I also find the simple day-to-day life of people more engaging than waterfalls, beaches, hotels, clubs...(not that there's anything wrong with enjoying these things if you want of course). The Balinese have unique culture and lifestyle which I find appealing and I'm enjoying discovering it a little. I'm really glad you're enjoying the vids, DYT2 - thanks again.
@@fiascodagama1I do much agree …. setuju
This was so wholesome to watch. Loved seeing a more honest side to Bali than the usual tourist attractions!
Hi deenaverawati. Thanks so much for taking the time and the kind words.
Thanks for another great video ❤
The 94 year old man is amazing and his skin is so good 😊
Looking forward to seeing more of your videos ❤
Hi Bernadette. he is pretty amazing for a person his age, that's for sure. Thanks for dropping by and the kind words. Cheers.
I thoroughly enjoy your videos! Keep the vlog’s coming mate 🙏
Thanks Travis. will do.
I've seen 4 of your blogs so far and I love them, because you feature real people with respect, not just as extras in an ego tripping video. My first time in Bali was in 2008, when my partner and I had a wedding ceremony in Kerobokan, in the house of a friend. It was love at first sight with Bali: the people, the food, the culture, the weather... And then we returned every year for 60 days, I started a local charity called Bali against AIDS with local people helping me and I had more reasons to return. But then I got cauda equina syndrome first and two years later a spinal stroke, so that was that. Couldn't travel anymore, at least not that far -from Belgium it's almost 24 hours. Now I watch travel and walking videos a lot and most are not all that great. But yours is, as you're genuine and a kind man. Keep up the good work and all the best from Antwerp. Ninette
Hi Ninette. Thanks for the kind words. I'm sorry you've had a bit of a rough patch and are unable to travel just now, it must have taken some adjustment for you. And well done with the things you were doing with your charity here - I'm sure it would have been appreciated. Thanks for taking the time, Ninette. Cheers.
Hello from CA. Bali is always in my heart! Can't wait to return. Everyday is interesting…..
Hi Liz. I hope you get back as soon as you can.
Omg 94 he doesn't look like it at all. I miss the good old bemo's they were so much fun. Being invited to anything big personally in Bali is an honor. I got invited to birthday's , opening of big shops and restaurant. I must admit I miss the old days of Bali back in the 80's and 90's. I was 14 on my first trip in 1980. Omg that door is just stunning they don't make them like that anymore
Hey aussiejos. Those days back in the eighties and nineties were a hoot, weren't they? We were so lucky to have seen Bali then before mass tourism. Yes, it's an honor to be asked to go with the family to something like the ceremony they're headed to. It's a bit tricky for me as I have friends arriving...I'm getting the feeling there are a few of us who participate on this channel who could tell some good stories from the earlier days. great to see you.
@@fiascodagama1 I admit I don't like the way Bali is now. It has really lost its charm and beauty. We are the lucky ones for sure. Have a great night I look forward to your next video
I do enjoy your videos
Hey there, Janet. Thanks so much for watching - I'm really glad you enjoy them.
They still operate a few bemos in sanur area. Great fun and another way to connect with the locals travelling in them.
Hey Steve. Good to know there's still a few around, and it's a great way to meet locals as you say. Thanks for dropping by. Cheers.
Great and insightful! Knowing the language gives you more opportunities to connect! Thank you
Hi daniel. Thanks for taking the time. I think you're right - even having the most basic grasp of the language gives you a fuller experience and peek into every day life.
I'll have learn some Indo before my next trip - haven't been to Bali since '97 and geez it's changed! 😮
@@danielsundborn3774 Wow! You haven't been back since 97?? Even though much has changed it's still Bali and I think you'll feel connected to it again if you enjoyed it in the nineties. The face of the place has changed a lot, but the people not so much.
@fiascodagama1 People haven't changed- that's reassuring! Want to go next year for at least a month with some basic language....
thanks for the translation bit
Hi Tye. I hope it's right. :)
Great video...
Hi NuRah. Thanks. Good to see you.
always get amazed by Balinese house architecture, they keep it Original instead of following the Dutch architecture like in Bandung
They have a firm grip on their heritage and culture, momokunkun, that's for sure.
Thank you. We still have a couple of the old bemos in Sanur, near the Sindu Night Markets. When I talk with the younger local generations, they don't know what I'm talking about 😅
Hi jenny. Weren't the old bemos one heck of a way to get around? Crammed in to the brim surrounded by people, produce, the occasional chicken...And really got hot if you were on a long ride. Wouldn't change it for the world - good times.
@fiascodagama1 absolutely. I travelled from Bali and through Java in a bemo about 36 years ago. My Indo boyfriend at the time drove his bemo. He's back in West Java now. It's nice that we still communicate, even though we're both married to different people.
I really enjoy your videos, thank you.
Get that gentleman some Tommy coppers
Yes, I agree. Now, what are Tommy coppers? :)
@ there elastic knee braces that you can slid on your legs for support
@ you can see he really wants his youthful mobility back