Medical care in Bali is above average for Southeast Asia — at least in the tourist centers. However, for serious emergencies, one must be flown to Singapore or Australia. Hospitals & Clinics: BIMC Hospital Kuta — The best address for tourists. International standard, English-speaking staff, 24-hour

Currency: Indonesian Rupiah (IDR). 1€ ≈ 17,000-17,500 IDR (as of 2025). The large denominations (50,000 and 100,000 IDR) may feel unreal — but get used to being a "millionaire." ATMs: Available everywhere in tourist areas. Most accept Visa, Mastercard, and Maestro. Maximum withdrawal per transaction

Shopping & Bargaining

On Bali's markets and in many shops, bargaining is common — and it's not a necessary evil, but a social act and part of the culture. The basic rules: Seller's first offer is often 3-5 times above the realistic price Start with 30-40% of the first offer and work your way up slowly Stay friendly and

Bali celebrates both Indonesian national holidays and its own Hindu festivals (calculated according to different calendars and falling on different dates each year). National holidays (fixed dates): January 1st — New Year August 17th — Independence Day (Hari Kemerdekaan). Flag ceremonies, village f

Wi-Fi: Almost every hotel, restaurant, and café in Bali has free Wi-Fi. The speed varies greatly: In Seminyak and Canggu often 20-50 Mbps, in Amed or Sidemen sometimes only 1-5 Mbps. SIM Card: For mobile data, it's best to buy a local prepaid SIM at the airport or in a mobile phone shop. Providers:

Climate & Best Travel Time

Bali has a tropical humid climate with two seasons: Dry season (April–October): The best time to travel. Sunny, little rain, temperatures 27-30°C on the coast, 20-25°C in the highlands (Ubud, Kintamani). Relative humidity: 60-70%. July and August are the peak months (driest, coolest air) — but also

Within Indonesia, Bali is the most liberal place for LGBTQ+ travelers — but that doesn't mean it's without issues. Homosexuality is not punishable in Indonesia (except in the province of Aceh), but it is heavily stigmatized socially. In recent years, the political climate has tightened: Anti-LGBTQ+

Emergency numbers: Police: 110 Fire department: 113 Ambulance: 118 or 119 Tourist Police Bali: +62 361 224 111 (English-speaking, specifically for tourists) BIMC Hospital (24h): +62 361 761 263 Search & Rescue: 115 German Embassy Jakarta: +62 21 3985 5000 (on-call service outside office hours). Ho

Bahasa Indonesia — The Basics

Bahasa Indonesia (literally: “Language of Indonesia") is the official national language — and a linguistic marvel: An artificially created unifying language, based on Malay trade pidgin, that connects over 270 million people with 700+ different native languages. Most Balinese people speak Balinese (

Basic Greetings: Selamat pagi (sö-LA-mat PA-gi) — Good morning (until about 11 AM) Selamat siang (sö-LA-mat SI-ang) — Good day (11 AM-3 PM) Selamat sore (sö-LA-mat SO-re) — Good afternoon (3-6 PM) Selamat malam (sö-LA-mat MA-lam) — Good evening/night Apa kabar? (A-pa KA-bar) — How are you? Baik, te

Saya mau pesan (SA-ja MAU pö-SAN) — I would like to order Nasi goreng, satu — One Nasi Goreng Air putih (A-ir PU-tih) — Water Bir Bintang, satu — One Bintang beer Kopi — Coffee Teh — Tea Tanpa gula — Without sugar Pedas (pö-DAS) — Spicy Tidak pedas — Not spicy Enak sekali! (ö-NAK sö-KA-li) — Very d

Shopping & Bargaining

Berapa harganya? (bö-RA-pa HAR-ga-nja) — How much does it cost? Terlalu mahal! (tör-LA-lu MA-hal) — Too expensive! Bisa kurang? (BI-sa KU-rang) — Can you lower the price? Harga terakhir? — Final price? Saya cuma lihat-lihat — I'm just looking Saya mau ini — I want this Ada yang lain? — Is there som

Di mana ...? (di MA-na) — Where is ...? Di mana toilet? — Where is the toilet? Saya mau ke ... — I want to go to ... Kiri — Left Kanan — Right Lurus — Straight ahead Dekat — Near Jauh (DJA-uh) — Far Berhenti di sini — Stop here Pelan-pelan (pö-LAN pö-LAN) — Slowly, slowly (useful in a taxi!) Berapa

Tolong! (TO-long) — Help! Saya butuh dokter — I need a doctor Saya sakit — I am sick Rumah sakit — Hospital Polisi — Police Kebakaran! — Fire! Pencuri! (pön-TSCHU-ri) — Thief! Saya kehilangan paspor saya — I lost my passport Saya tidak bisa berbahasa Indonesia — I don't speak Indonesian Bisa bicara

Useful Phrases & Balinese Extras

Everyday Phrases: Tidak apa-apa (TI-dak A-pa A-pa) — No problem / It's okay Saya tidak mengerti — I don't understand Saya dari Jerman — I am from Germany Saya dari Austria — I am from Austria Saya dari Swiss — I am from Switzerland Nama saya ... — My name is ... Senang berkenalan — Nice to meet you

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Travel Guide Bali

Your Complete Travel Guide for the Island of the Gods

Country:Island in Indonesia

Language:Indonesian & Balinese

Currency:Indonesian Rupiah (IDR)

Entry:Visa on Arrival 30 Days (500,000 IDR)

Best Travel Time:April – October (Dry Season)

Flight Time:14 – 16 Hours

Last updated: 10 March 2026 · 15 Chapters · 116 Sections

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Ubud & Central Bali

The cultural heart of Bali — rice terraces, temples, art galleries, and yoga retreats amidst tropical jungle landscapes.

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Seminyak, Canggu & Kuta

Bali's southwest coast — from Kuta's surfer beaches to Seminyak's beach clubs to Canggu's hipster cafés and co-working spaces.

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Dramatic cliffs, hidden beaches, world-class surf breaks, and the spectacular Uluwatu Temple high above the Indian Ocean.

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Three small islands off Bali's southeast coast — turquoise waters, dramatic cliffs, manta rays, and the famous Kelingking Cliff.

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