Hey guys! Just to be clear, the message of this video is NOT “Bali is no longer worth visiting” - that would absolutely be a pity because u will be missing out on one of the most special, peaceful and beautiful places I’ve ever come across in all my travels. I’m writing this currently from Bangkok btw 😅😊, and I’m looking forward to flying home to Bali soon! Point of the video, and u can see it from comments below, is that all these “smart foreigners” come to Canggu/Ubud and to them, that’s “Bali”. But that’s pretty bollocks cos Bali is a pretty large island and there’s much much more. Most of the issues highlighted in this video are endemic to Canggu, Seminyak, Ubud and to some extent now Uluwatu alone. These together make up like i dunno 10% of Bali. The rest of the island is still a magical place - just move away and out of these areas guys!
Sorry but "just to be clear," "Bali is no longer a place worth visiting" is exactly what this video sounds like. I'm based in Cambodia, things haven't all gotten a lot more expensive here after covid. And with all the new complaints about and suggested changes affecting tourists there, it sounds as though the authorities there are over tourists. To some extent this happens everywhere and is why Siem Reap, in this country, is my least favorite place to visit, despite having free first class accommodation there whenever I want it. I don't go to places and especially not whole countries, that sound like they really don't want me there. Fake smiles don't do it for me I'm afraid, that's why I left Bangkok (the land of smiles) years ago.
I really hope that future visitors remember that they are VISITORS and should respect the people and culture of where they are going. That is what it means to be a good tourist. You follow the rules and above all RESPECT to the people.
I agree. I recently returned from Bali. I spent most of my time up north, which was great. But in the few days I spent in Ubud and Canggu I really did see alot of entitlement from the tourists. Some really rude and obnoxious behaviour. It was quite embarrassing especially considering how kind and gentle Balinese usually are. I hope this changes.
Thanks for a very helpful and considerate video, Jean. I was in Bali for 2weeks in June and enjoyed both Ubud and Kuta, despite the traffic. Very friendly people and lovely places to visit. I was disappointed and puzzled though, why so many westerners seemed to spend so much time in expensive western-style bars, restaurants and cafes (and watching Aussie Rules matches on TV they could have stayed home for) instead of visiting the local Warung family-run restaurants which offered high quality interesting food and drinks for very affordable prices. Am also worried that self important westerners are turning Bali into a gigantic theme park with the white water rafting, All Terrain Vehicle (ATV) safaris reminiscent of Jurassic Park tours, etc - changing the island into an experience they want, not the experience the existing culture offers.
Jean it happened. I just got to Bali on April 20th. Walked around a lot, view the Kachak play 3 times. Then Wayan my guide on scooter went to the Bali swing the Rice Terrace, the Coffee plantation and the Holy water Temple. All done on the 24 th. I then booked an 8 day stay in Bedulu with the hope of finding an affordable place to stay for a year (B211A). Well guess what? The owner just rented me a 3 bedroom, 4 toilets with showers, Kitchen with stove, free Wi-Fi, free electricity, and a large planted garden with more space for planting for $1000 US dollars. Jean I want to thank you. I watched a lot of your videos on Bali and it really gave me the courage to come to Bali. Thank you again.
if you plan to live in Bali for a long time, my advice is to approach local residents to find a cheaper place to live, if you can get it, the consequence is usually the location is a suburban area and you must follow the rules that apply in that area ( don't make noise, polite and caring about local people )
Great video. I really feel sorry for the Balinese who have to put up with traffic and bad behaviors, they are such wonderful people, always smiling and welcoming. Of all the places we have visited, Bali is the one that has touched us the most, probably because of the people. We leave part of our hearts behind every time.
They r indeed the loveliest… lucky for them outside of the tourist hotspots life still goes on as normal more or less…. Within the hotspots like Canggu etc tho things r quite a struggle I think
I recall it was 2015 when I went to Bali, stayed in a Bed and Breakfast at the time in Sanur (just moved from Kuta). Cost was under $10 a night, and included a few eggs, and butter / toast. Found it just by asking my then taxi driver to show me a few nice, cheap accommodations to stay. Was two blocks from the beach. Really hope places as those still available, granted not that hopeful.
I feel very sad for the Balinese to have to ensure all these entitled tourists. They’re an embarrassment and should be banned for life from entering into Bali. My husband and I traveled to many different countries and Bali remains our top pick. It has everything and I love the Balinese especially. I feel generally, they’re the kindest, warmest and helpful people on earth. Thank you for your updates and lovely videos as always 🙏🏻😘
Apparently the local Government isn't putting up with this behavior anymore. I just watched a video of a local vlogger, and he said they just finished deporting 70 people over the last 3 plus months. So, they're cracking down!!
i dont know, i used to go for a month, twice a year, for about 4-5 years, a few of the aussies were poorly behaved in the bars but that was about it, never saw any other problems.
Great clip Jean. Bali still looks great and you nailed it with a very much inappropriate sense of entitlement. Carry the same values and enact them where ever you are. Be kind, be respectful, smile....and you will be repaid 10 fold. 🙏
we have been travelling once a year to Bali since 2014 outside of the pandemic and can't wait to return to celebrate with our Balinese family. We saw so many rude tourist over time so it is great to read the governor is enforcing changes. Even at the beach because we must pay such a small price some times, tourist leave there garbage, we as tourists picked it up. There should be fines for leaving anything behind, thank you for your insight on many things
I just returned from Ubud and rent is triple for an equivalent villa where I am from in Canada. Seemed to be the case regardless of whether I looked on Facebook groups or Airbnb. After leaving an Airbnb accommodation with a bedbug problem, the only suitable accommodation that I could find for myself and my young son was at a hotel villa (where I experienced so much of the Balinese presence and kindness). In the end, it cost so much more to live in Bali than it does back home that I decided to leave earlier than expected.
Hey Jennifer, im looking to stay in canada for 1-2 months in a monthly airbnb/apartment. Do you have tips on location? Im looking for the best prices i can get in a location that still has an outdoors vibe, eg mountains or river or forest. Is there a location in canada that is known to be a cheap holiday spot?
A really good and professional video highlighting so many important changes, thank you. I'll be there mid June and hope to spend time in the real Bali that I love.
@@JeanVoronkova I won't but I was there last June and so quiet due to COVID, now we will see if its worse than it was before COVID. We have our favourite places and will visit with love anyway
My first time in Bali was 39 years ago when I was twenty six years old it’s was such a A culture change has been a young Australian it was absolutely incredible boy has it changed The people there are incredible so welcome and always try to do their best to make you feel comfortable I just hope in years it doesn’t become out of reach of the working man but I think it probably will in the next five years time hopefully I’m wrong
no worries - there'll always still be budget offerings I believe since they love catering for the full spectrum of things... maybe this right now is just a bubble reaction to the end of the pandemic hopefully
My first trip to Bali was 37 years ago, on a uni break where I was studying Bahasa Indonesian. Went all over the island, got to see some incredible events including the burial and cremation of a Balinese prince, meeting the ‘creator’ of the modern Indonesian language and visiting a very strange secluded tribe on the shores of Lake Batur. Also remember that not all locals are Balinese, there are many ppl living in Bali from other parts of Indonesia esp Java.
We'll be in Bali in June and we're definitely avoiding Canggu, Seminyak, Kuta, Legian. We'll probably stay in Sanur and then Gianyar. I want to stay at that Ecolodge you did a video on last year coz it looks so good! I also want to venture out to the north and west side of the island and maybe do some island hopping on one of those live aboard boats. Have you done it before?
@PregoJoker Coz I’ve been to Bali many times and those places are good for a few days. There’s so much more to see and experience Balinese culture and nature.
Thank you for the video! We were thinking about traveling to Bali but now will stay in Thailand. Those prices are as high as in the US. Thailand prices have gone up but not that much.
yep.... thankfully not w the daily life stuff n groceries save for the things most affected by transport costs... but yeah we just put down a deposit for a car cos the rentals over the next 4 years wd amount to the cost of owning one now anyway... ah well.
Well done.An interesting , informative video.Emirates is starting its A380 flight from Dubai to Bali on June 1st 2023. No other airline has flown an A380 to Indonesia.It's just one of the 5 daily flights that will originate from the Middle East to Bali and most passengers are expected to be Brits, the Germans etc . Lets see how it goes.If the main Bali hotspots continue to be very overcrowded ...then it may not be wise to vacation in Bali . There are so many other wonderful places in Indonesia where one can work,enjoy and retire!
Wow! Nice to know. Sounds like a posh flight from Dubai im sure the local scene will be glad for the high end tourists…. Many lovely places in Indo yes, but many ppl r conscious that only Bali is a Hindu island
Visit Lombok please... only 30 minute flight from Bali. Very beautifull, white beaches... I am Indonesian, only 2 times go to Lombok. But o my god it was amaaaaziiinnnggg... much better that overcrowded Bali.
This is a wonderful beautiful new video of you in Bail of 2023. Jean the video quality and is good, and the sound quality is good too. I always love the tips and advice you you're audience like us subscribers. I really wish to meet you one day in Bail. Because I will visit Bail in June or July. You are my favorite TH-camr Jean sweetheart, and I'm always here to support you sweetheart.
Hi Jean, Thank you. I always enjoy what you have to share. Looks like I might be moving my trip up if possible May-June, so hoping to run Tino you all and buy you a coffee. Take care and I look forward to your next video.
it seems that the friendliness of local residents is underestimated. they forget, they are on vacation not colonizing. Indonesia does not need funds from unscrupulous tourists. It's not about money, it's about mutual respect.
Great Video Jean, I have been following your videos and getting the updates on Bali. I plan on retiring in Lombok and currently looking at places as we speak. I do plan on visiting Bali one of these days. The cost in Bali was so very helpful, that way I can compare it to Lombok.
hi Frank, thanks for the kind note. Glad the video helped. We are also looking at exploring Lombok! and Sumbawa. We surf so definitely wanna explore the surf there and also thinking of eventually of maybe a quiet life on Sumbawa perhaps if Bali gets too busy.
ahaa i seriously dont think that's really gonna actualise to be honest... so no sweat on that account. I just think the governor's proposal is not realistic and will infringe too much on local Bali bike rentals' interests. There's like a million bikes here for rental by Balinese businesses!
first time i have seen your message All i can say is well said and well put to all. I learnt a little from you and look forward to following your messages thanks Jean I am looking at retiring to Bali in the next couple of years so please keep the information coming
If Bali getting boring, please jump on small boat to Lombok Island. That's like go to Bali circa 90's. Very beautifull, less crowded, but yeah less accomodation.
I've been coming back and forth since 2000 and i've seen a lot change for the worse because of tourism.... not that much for the better... I hope Bali becomes less trendy and all the parasites flock somewhere else... Thanks for the video though and the update... really appreciated!
Low end tourism does wreck a lot of havoc in general - Cambodia Vietnam Thailand all stand testament… which I guess is also why about 10 months or so ago the Bali governor was also caught making some statement about refusing backpackers. They all wanna turn about to high end tourism but it’s a brain scratcher as to how. Ah well.
Hi Jean, I was in Bali last week, my french husband has an ex colleague who came to Asia. Decided to bring him to Bali. Thought I was not keen on going, eventually I did. My husband said, traffic for day trip to Ubud is horrible, and Canggu has developed so much since a year ago. Many shops set up. I met up with a guy who used to have a beautiful sandal shop in Canggu and since closed during the pandemic. He told me shop rental prices are meant more for foreigners and too expensive now. Uluwatu beach is beautiful. But soon will be as expensive as Canggu. I spent my time talking to local people who have small businesses.
yeah I never fancy a drive into Canggu esp these days..... n all the padi fields from 8 years ago in Canggu area have basically disappeared due to the redevelopment. ah well.
Monthly rental is of course way over the top. On the other hand, a 25 year or more leasehold villa, will set you back around $200k AUD for a nice 1 bed with a pool. If you want long term its very cheap, good for retirees
wow amazing, riding a motorbike with your husband wearing a helmet... this is what other tourists have to do, respecting the laws of the country visited..you ara amazing jane..!
I lived in Bali over 30 yrs ago even built a house there. A big mistake. Thinking of returning. I'd really appreciate your opinion of who to contact for visa information and help with finding a place to live. Want to live a calm, safe life,,,a simple life. I've been watching your video for more than a year and trust your info.
Have lived here for 7 years. Last 4 in sanur, where i have paid the same rental price on our detached newish house here. Thats to do with not being in the silly areas, and a decent landlord..but yes rentals and buying property in those areas has jumped ridiculously. Greed plus making up for loss during covid. Market dictates prices in these tourist areas.
@mikepark3747 yes, if I had kids of a young age, sanur is where i would want to be. Its going to be a lot busier soon though with the new international hospital and new mall nearing completion. Sanur is a more peaceful area than seminyak, kerobokan, legian etc.
Hello dear Jean 👋😊 !! A very good video - a lot of very beautiful footage and editing, great information ℹ️ (not too long 👀) !! So good to have this well balanced update on so many crucial matters concerning your amazing island home. Your happiness with your situation shines through 💁🏻♀️👍 !! Disappointed to hear about selfish visitors and poor behaviour, I’m with you on that one ☝️😢 !! In the UK 🇬🇧 we are experiencing high inflation too, so important plan and to be ‘hedged’ against it 😮!! We continue to travel, off to Mainland Spain 🇪🇸 next month for some good sunshine and luxury 🛥️🌊🌊🏰🏨 👩🏼🤝👨🏻 ☀️ !! Best wishes to you both, cheers, Don 👨🏼🦳👍🏼 !
This is a GREAT video! Well said on many points. I’m a “white privileged” who adores and respects what Bali has given me. I am WITH you on siding with the locals regarding the rude af entitlement!
I guess most of rentals are not only up in Bali its everywhere globally from US,OZ and neighbouring country like Singapore. Remember the rents in 2021 was 40-60% pre pandemic hence obviously when tourist are picking up renters will need to pick up the prices where they left. ( nothing rocket science). But remember the areas that skyrocketed are those touristy areas like canggu, seminyak, kerobokan, uluwatu etc so long rentals will need to compete with short term rentals too. There are always others place to look at too but overall Bali is Bali. No place can compete with what the people, culture and sight seeings places they offer. Its about time Bali need to move up the ladder too and should not be a cheap destination to sty.
Actually if ppl just move past a little bit outside the boundaries of official Canggu apparently rents will start dropping back to reasonable levels - that’s word on the street. But u need to be willing to drive the extra mile to save the dollar I guess 😅
@@JeanVoronkova the dollar petrol increases but the the rent far away. compensates. Eg you can sty in kedungu or kababa but yet hang out in canggu its between 13 to max 17 mins ride. Besides the scooter takes Ron90 a subsidise gasoline roughly 65 Cent a litre.😊
Such a great video and love the balanced view and level of detail in all your videos. I just spent 3 weeks travelling around and I loved the balance between being in Canggu but then staying out in Ubud Hills, Kintamani and Lembongan. Such a nice contrast where the feeling is very different. I did see some rude behaviour which is disappointing and unfortunately it stands out in your memory but it really was the minority on reflection. I think as disappointing as villa increased prices are, the low prices of the pandemic was not sustainable and a bonus for those there. Would be interested to know how much that villa in Uluwatu was pre pandemic. Understandably they are making up for lost revenue while they have the chance. As it could come down after all the tourists return to more usual travel. Loved the video so much! Thank you
Great video. Fair and balanced. Misbehaving foreigners is a topic upon itself. What gets me is the lack of interest by the local government to tackle the infrastructure problem. Traffic is out of control and they really missed a golden opportunity during the lock down to do something about this. It always makes me laugh about the grand plans for Bali; this time, health tourism. In the past it was a focus on attracting more high end tourists. If you can't get from point A to point B in less than 2 hours even if it's just down the road, how are you going to attract these high end visitors?
Hey Jean, try Tanah Lot area, slight further away from Kedungu, in Ciputra Beach Resort a newly developed housing complex. So tranquil, not far from the beach, with rice paddies all around.
ooh yeah love Tanah Lot Temple and i do remember its a pretty tranquil drive to the area!! nice! but we are firmly situated in Uluwatu cos we love the surf!
I really like your video. So authentic and honest. I totally understand to avoid the crowd. How is it to work as a digital nomad in the more local areas? Are there also good vibes and networking possibilities? Co-working spaces? As I heard that Canggu and Ubud is great for that. I wanna live there for three month. But I also dont want to have this super super tourist crowded places. Can you also see a change in the season? As I wanna come in March is it even then super crowded nowadays?
Hi March is gonna be hot - this low season in Bali is one of the hottest in years everyone's saying. Canggu and Ubud will be the most crowded places but there are plenty of coworking spaces everywhere these days with good internet even outside of these 2 spots so don't worry about being limited to those areas.... Uluwatu is getting busier these days but a nice compromise from the traffic jams of Canggu and Ubud. Or there's always corners in Seminyak and Jimbaran to chill in.
My visit in January, I was shocked that so many people seem to accept being in areas that fully resemble any trendy Western coastal city, with prices and congestion to match. Personally, I travel to experience alternatives to my Western lifestyle; the last thing i need, for example, is being around rude entitled Eastern Europeans (you know which country!) harshing my vibe. I feel for those who have lived in Bali for years and see much of the good things slipping away. I will return (in May) but I will focus on north Bali, the Nusas and Lombok.
Well said you nailed it.. I was there in December/ Jan as I was considering moving overseas.. I really didn't enjoy myself for those reasons. The traffic was also ridiculous.
As much as enjoy the video, I found it's a bit misleading to say the price of accommodation had gone up massively as you only starting living in Bali mid of 2021, which is the era of pandemic. Has it really gone up massively or bounce back? Giving the constant change of currency, constant hike of fuel and electricity prices one can only do the math of soaring living cost and everything else.
The prices have risen 2-5x compared to prepandemic era. Without reasonable justification, since the overall quality has actually gone down. It's massively overinflated right now, while the already long standing issues (garbage, noise, infrastructure, etc) have only gotten worse.
Wonder what the impact is on the locals. I know the rental market in Australia is extremely tight at the moment and people are struggling to find accommodation. I assume Bali would have a similar dynamic and the additional cost for mortgages gets past onto the consumer.
I am impressed with your new home, and how well you appear to live. Guessing you must have saved up at least a six figure nest egg, and also that your side hustles bring you several thousand a month in income.
Thank you, as always, for the helpful video. I am thinking of travelling (from Canada) to Bali in January and February of 2024. I am not crazy about crowds and prefer a more peaceful existence. Can you recommend a few places I could stay? I am thinking perhaps 2 one month stays in different places and excursions from there.
You could consider staying in quieter areas and then just making small trips into the busy places like Canggu and Ubud and Seminyak to suss out the vibes - or just be on the move every 3-4 days for the first 2-3 weeks in the diff areas of Bali (incl quieter places like Jimbaran Uluwatu Amed Sidemen Lovina Tabanan even West Bali if you like) before zeroing in on where you like best and spending the rest of your time there. But beware its big distances cos Bali is not actually a small place - just most everyone goes in and gets stuck in Canggu or Ubud ..... n then they think Bali is just that.
I wanted to visit Bali BUT I might have to wait. I wanted to take a break from many “entitled disrespectful” people but sadly most of these people are destroying the peaceful places such as Bali as well. Im not shocked that one day, there will be mote restrictions for other travelers.
I was very interested in going there and making it my escape throughout the year from the US but I will not go anywhere in the world that requires PCR test and or vaccinations
hi Margaret, word on the street is that customs has not been checking the vaccination certs on arrival at bali's airport but airlines still ask u to produce a cert before you board to fly to bali cos its technically still a necessity. I dunno how that info can help lol but i just thought ill share
With so many Americans leaving the US, it worries me how these type remote places (as Bali) will be affected with so many poor behaving, spoiled, entitled Westerners arriving there.
Jon B it's not only Americans misbehaving. Bali is a melting pot of tourists. I believe each and every nationality should respect the locals and the rules. It is that simple.
The most troublesome foreigners in Bali today were russians. Most americans in Bali, in the most plain words, are absolute docile compared with russians that were behaving very badly which has provokes the governor of the island to propose to revoke the Visa on Arrival policy towards russians. Probably because the most americans that were now moving to Bali were coming from the fellow tropical paradises like Hawaii.
@@angelariungu6717 When I was there, it was those Aussi's. They would be in the bars, and get drunk, get incredibly loud, get into fights, act like complete drunkin' idiots. Was told by other Aussis that those Aussis' there were the worst of Australians who were representing their country.
@@jonb3189 Aussie here and I’m usually the first to acknowledge how bad we are. And your are right that’s how it usually is especially at the bars. However I just returned from Bali 2 weeks ago and I noticed it wasn’t just the Aussies this time. I saw some really horrible behaviour during the day, at cafes, in yoga studios and shops ie not just alcohol fuelled behaviour. It’s sad.
The balinese people are one of the nicest in Indonesia. So if foreigners can't be accepted because of their poor behavior there, don't expect better condition in another part of Indonesia. Why can't they behave nicely, just like they do in their own country?
I have never been to Bali. People from my circle of acquaintances advised me to do so. Although I can see through tubes that Bali is a beautiful island with lovely people, it does not appeal to me to get there. I call Bali the Ibiza of Asia. Money and commerce will make Bali unattractive and ruin it.
Yet Ibiza is a party island and that's not how I see Bali. The way you feel about Bali is the way I feel about Dubai no interest whatsoever to go there.
You really represent Bali as safe and friendly. Wish you didn't need to be fully vaccinated especially with the truth about the vaccines coming out. Would love to visit and possibly live there for a few years.
@@gregwil694 it has gone back to the same as before. I fly back home Friday and nothing was said about jab. If you have any problems l would contact, 'On the way Bali ' they are are local company and can help with any inquiries that you may have, also for a small fee can fast track you through the airport. I found them extremely helpful. Good luck on your travels.
well said Jean , a few out of control younger people often sour the bali experience for the rest of us , yes helmets should be compulsary for everyone and have motorcycle licence to be able to hire a scooter in their home country, hopefully might see you guys around s.a.cafe jl wanna segara kuta ,ask for my friend Lia , hoping to retire there with her in the next couple years , also see chin up mental health , my son , very proud dad ....
I've been riding a motorbike for the last 15 years. Is that mean I can't even buy a motorbike ride? It will definitely change my long term stay plans :(
Oh no if u hv a bike licence it’s not a problem at all. I think if ure willing to buy a motorbike for ur stay here that may be another way to circumvent the difficulties
In Seattle, landlords cannot raise apartment rents by more than about 10% per year. Safety Wing travel insurance is very cheap if you are under 40. If you are over 60, then the cost goes up astronomically! What can tourists do to get around if we cannot rent motorbikes at all, and there is no public transit? What is the best agency to hire a driver, in Bali, please Jean? I hate tourists' misbehaviours. They are embarrassing.
Hey hey! The Bali Governor’s plan is for tourists to rent cars from travel agencies! But u know it’s all just up in the air until they figure out a way to properly execute…. We’ve used a car rental agency called Puri Car Rental before n it’s a v popular local one servicing mostly domestic tourists … wd recommend 👍🏼
Hi Jean, used to just rent a car from my Balinese friends. Wonder if they now have to register with some agency just to do rentals. Hopefully the Kos prices haven't gone too high. Might be going Bali either next week or the week after.
Don't stress on the bike rentals for now but if you do come before anything is official, I'd bring an international license at least (should have one anyway) as I think the rules will lean into the fact that no one can rent without one... And anyone renting should probably have to prove that they are capable of riding the bike before leaving the premisis, this is difficult for the business to implement... But it would definitely keep the roads safer.
have you try nusa dua area behind AMAROSA Hotel Nusa dua , before covid on 2019 my colleague very hard to rent his villa with 3 BR semi furnished with pool and garage for 2 car for even for 10 million/month or 100 million/year or he also have other villa more bigger also with 3 BR and fully furnished for 200 million Rp /year. also there alot empy house/villa on pecatu...
What does their skin color have to do with it? Should have left it, entitled or just ignorant. Was there in September last year, and the place had become one big meme... lots of people who were funemployed all chasing the same experience. Good luck to all, but not a place I would be in a hurry to go back to.
First time in bali, leaving in two days. Won't be coming back. You forgot to mention the rubbish on the beaches. There are much better places to visit in Indonesia.
Bali no longer seems the place to visit. I think more tourists will visit Thailand, Philippines or Vietnam which is cheaper. With such high living accommodations it doesn’t seem that appealing to visit any longer.
Hello jean completly agree with you the stupid attitude of some tourist,complete vaccination means 2? We are planning with my wife from Philippines to retire in bali we should be able to soon come as we are still busy here in New Caledonia
HERES the thing, if youre not a traveler or EXPAT but you've heard somewhere is really good, chance as you're the last one to know which means its already too late, its kind of like the ones who finally bought bitcoin in 2018 at $20,000...... Bali was great, but once the locals catch on that people actually like a place, everything starts to go up, greed kicks in and the place becomes just another over priced over hyped tourist trap.
Bali had been popular with Aussies and Kiwis for decades, which was ok since their demographics are so modest. But "eat pray love" and Instagram influencer culture really made Bali take off with North Americans, and the existing infrastructure became unsustainable.
Hi Jean, We are considering moving to Bali in near future. Ive followed your videos and was wondering if you could spare time for a call? I think it will be very useful to learn from your experience:-)...thanks
Amazing how BALI has changed! I lived in Indonesia and went to Jakarta International School back in 1985 - 1992 and BALI was our playground!!! 2023 BALI disgusting. Way too many tourists. Terlalu banyak BULE. Parah man! Walau even Singaporeans moving into Bali. I miss Bukit Timah. LOL. Singapore used to be an escape for us back then. Orchard road shopping.
Hey guys! Just to be clear, the message of this video is NOT “Bali is no longer worth visiting” - that would absolutely be a pity because u will be missing out on one of the most special, peaceful and beautiful places I’ve ever come across in all my travels. I’m writing this currently from Bangkok btw 😅😊, and I’m looking forward to flying home to Bali soon! Point of the video, and u can see it from comments below, is that all these “smart foreigners” come to Canggu/Ubud and to them, that’s “Bali”. But that’s pretty bollocks cos Bali is a pretty large island and there’s much much more. Most of the issues highlighted in this video are endemic to Canggu, Seminyak, Ubud and to some extent now Uluwatu alone. These together make up like i dunno 10% of Bali. The rest of the island is still a magical place - just move away and out of these areas guys!
Sorry but "just to be clear," "Bali is no longer a place worth visiting" is exactly what this video sounds like.
I'm based in Cambodia, things haven't all gotten a lot more expensive here after covid. And with all the new complaints about and suggested changes affecting tourists there, it sounds as though the authorities there are over tourists. To some extent this happens everywhere and is why Siem Reap, in this country, is my least favorite place to visit, despite having free first class accommodation there whenever I want it. I don't go to places and especially not whole countries, that sound like they really don't want me there. Fake smiles don't do it for me I'm afraid, that's why I left Bangkok (the land of smiles) years ago.
Oh but Terima Kasi for the video : )
I really hope that future visitors remember that they are VISITORS and should respect the people and culture of where they are going. That is what it means to be a good tourist. You follow the rules and above all RESPECT to the people.
You'll find sh*theads like that in every tourist trap in the world and they don't even respect their own culture where they came from.
Yes, while in Rome, do as the Romans do attitude.
I do not understand how people don't get this.
I agree. I recently returned from Bali. I spent most of my time up north, which was great. But in the few days I spent in Ubud and Canggu I really did see alot of entitlement from the tourists. Some really rude and obnoxious behaviour. It was quite embarrassing especially considering how kind and gentle Balinese usually are. I hope this changes.
That's been going on in Thailand for years now and it's ruined the place in my opinion.
Money Made pople Rude and corup
Thanks for a very helpful and considerate video, Jean. I was in Bali for 2weeks in June and enjoyed both Ubud and Kuta, despite the traffic. Very friendly people and lovely places to visit. I was disappointed and puzzled though, why so many westerners seemed to spend so much time in expensive western-style bars, restaurants and cafes (and watching Aussie Rules matches on TV they could have stayed home for) instead of visiting the local Warung family-run restaurants which offered high quality interesting food and drinks for very affordable prices. Am also worried that self important westerners are turning Bali into a gigantic theme park with the white water rafting, All Terrain Vehicle (ATV) safaris reminiscent of Jurassic Park tours, etc - changing the island into an experience they want, not the experience the existing culture offers.
Jean it happened. I just got to Bali on April 20th. Walked around a lot, view the Kachak play 3 times. Then Wayan my guide on scooter went to the Bali swing the Rice Terrace, the Coffee plantation and the Holy water Temple. All done on the 24 th. I then booked an 8 day stay in Bedulu with the hope of finding an affordable place to stay for a year (B211A). Well guess what? The owner just rented me a 3 bedroom, 4 toilets with showers, Kitchen with stove, free Wi-Fi, free electricity, and a large planted garden with more space for planting for $1000 US dollars.
Jean I want to thank you. I watched a lot of your videos on Bali and it really gave me the courage to come to Bali. Thank you again.
best of luck from Bali
if you plan to live in Bali for a long time, my advice is to approach local residents to find a cheaper place to live, if you can get it, the consequence is usually the location is a suburban area and you must follow the rules that apply in that area ( don't make noise, polite and caring about local people )
Great video. I really feel sorry for the Balinese who have to put up with traffic and bad behaviors, they are such wonderful people, always smiling and welcoming. Of all the places we have visited, Bali is the one that has touched us the most, probably because of the people. We leave part of our hearts behind every time.
They r indeed the loveliest… lucky for them outside of the tourist hotspots life still goes on as normal more or less…. Within the hotspots like Canggu etc tho things r quite a struggle I think
Great info! The digital nomad life is Bali is truly the dream!
yeah... a dream that's getting increasingly costlier these days, but the dream nonetheless :)
I recall it was 2015 when I went to Bali, stayed in a Bed and Breakfast at the time in Sanur (just moved from Kuta). Cost was under $10 a night, and included a few eggs, and butter / toast. Found it just by asking my then taxi driver to show me a few nice, cheap accommodations to stay. Was two blocks from the beach. Really hope places as those still available, granted not that hopeful.
I feel very sad for the Balinese to have to ensure all these entitled tourists. They’re an embarrassment and should be banned for life from entering into Bali. My husband and I traveled to many different countries and Bali remains our top pick. It has everything and I love the Balinese especially. I feel generally, they’re the kindest, warmest and helpful people on earth. Thank you for your updates and lovely videos as always 🙏🏻😘
Apparently the local Government isn't putting up with this behavior anymore. I just watched a video of a local vlogger, and he said they just finished deporting 70 people over the last 3 plus months. So, they're cracking down!!
i dont know, i used to go for a month, twice a year, for about 4-5 years, a few of the aussies were poorly behaved in the bars but that was about it, never saw any other problems.
Great clip Jean. Bali still looks great and you nailed it with a very much inappropriate sense of entitlement. Carry the same values and enact them where ever you are. Be kind, be respectful, smile....and you will be repaid 10 fold. 🙏
Thanks Mark totally agree yeah, really can’t understand why foreigners wd travel half the world to be here and then be unpleasant and rude 😖😫
we have been travelling once a year to Bali since 2014 outside of the pandemic and can't wait to return to celebrate with our Balinese family. We saw so many rude tourist over time so it is great to read the governor is enforcing changes. Even at the beach because we must pay such a small price some times, tourist leave there garbage, we as tourists picked it up. There should be fines for leaving anything behind, thank you for your insight on many things
Lovely, thanks Joy glad u enjoyed the video
I just returned from Ubud and rent is triple for an equivalent villa where I am from in Canada. Seemed to be the case regardless of whether I looked on Facebook groups or Airbnb. After leaving an Airbnb accommodation with a bedbug problem, the only suitable accommodation that I could find for myself and my young son was at a hotel villa (where I experienced so much of the Balinese presence and kindness). In the end, it cost so much more to live in Bali than it does back home that I decided to leave earlier than expected.
Hey Jennifer, im looking to stay in canada for 1-2 months in a monthly airbnb/apartment. Do you have tips on location? Im looking for the best prices i can get in a location that still has an outdoors vibe, eg mountains or river or forest. Is there a location in canada that is known to be a cheap holiday spot?
A really good and professional video highlighting so many important changes, thank you. I'll be there mid June and hope to spend time in the real Bali that I love.
thanks Amanda! its real busy now in June-ish period i hope u manage to avoid the hordes!
@@JeanVoronkova I won't but I was there last June and so quiet due to COVID, now we will see if its worse than it was before COVID. We have our favourite places and will visit with love anyway
My first time in Bali was 39 years ago when I was twenty six years old it’s was such a A culture change has been a young Australian it was absolutely incredible boy has it changed The people there are incredible so welcome and always try to do their best to make you feel comfortable I just hope in years it doesn’t become out of reach of the working man but I think it probably will in the next five years time hopefully I’m wrong
no worries - there'll always still be budget offerings I believe since they love catering for the full spectrum of things... maybe this right now is just a bubble reaction to the end of the pandemic hopefully
My first trip to Bali was 37 years ago, on a uni break where I was studying Bahasa Indonesian. Went all over the island, got to see some incredible events including the burial and cremation of a Balinese prince, meeting the ‘creator’ of the modern Indonesian language and visiting a very strange secluded tribe on the shores of Lake Batur. Also remember that not all locals are Balinese, there are many ppl living in Bali from other parts of Indonesia esp Java.
We'll be in Bali in June and we're definitely avoiding Canggu, Seminyak, Kuta, Legian. We'll probably stay in Sanur and then Gianyar. I want to stay at that Ecolodge you did a video on last year coz it looks so good! I also want to venture out to the north and west side of the island and maybe do some island hopping on one of those live aboard boats. Have you done it before?
@PregoJoker Coz I’ve been to Bali many times and those places are good for a few days. There’s so much more to see and experience Balinese culture and nature.
Hey! Since you've decided Sanur & Gianyar, i suggest you continue up north to Klungkung, Selat, Sidemen, Manggis (Karangasem area) IT'S HEAVEN!
@@alohamorski8691 Thank you! Yes, I'm looking at Sideman. Haven't heard much at all of Manggis but I'll definitely check it out :)
Thank you for the video! We were thinking about traveling to Bali but now will stay in Thailand. Those prices are as high as in the US. Thailand prices have gone up but not that much.
Great vlog Jean! We moved here in July 2021 and we have definitely noticed prices of a lot of things increasing!!!!
yep.... thankfully not w the daily life stuff n groceries save for the things most affected by transport costs... but yeah we just put down a deposit for a car cos the rentals over the next 4 years wd amount to the cost of owning one now anyway... ah well.
Well done.An interesting , informative video.Emirates is starting its A380 flight from Dubai to Bali on June 1st 2023.
No other airline has flown an A380 to Indonesia.It's just one of the 5 daily flights that will originate from the Middle East to
Bali and most passengers are expected to be Brits, the Germans etc .
Lets see how it goes.If the main Bali hotspots continue to be very overcrowded ...then it may not be wise to vacation in Bali .
There are so many other wonderful places in Indonesia where one can work,enjoy and retire!
Wow! Nice to know. Sounds like a posh flight from Dubai im sure the local scene will be glad for the high end tourists…. Many lovely places in Indo yes, but many ppl r conscious that only Bali is a Hindu island
Visit Lombok please... only 30 minute flight from Bali. Very beautifull, white beaches... I am Indonesian, only 2 times go to Lombok. But o my god it was amaaaaziiinnnggg... much better that overcrowded Bali.
This is a wonderful beautiful new video of you in Bail of 2023. Jean the video quality and is good, and the sound quality is good too. I always love the tips and advice you you're audience like us subscribers. I really wish to meet you one day in Bail. Because I will visit Bail in June or July. You are my favorite TH-camr Jean sweetheart, and I'm always here to support you sweetheart.
Hi Jean, Thank you. I always enjoy what you have to share. Looks like I might be moving my trip up if possible May-June, so hoping to run Tino you all and buy you a coffee. Take care and I look forward to your next video.
Greetings from Thailand. I like your videos very much.. Informative and clear... with incredible production quality!
thank you! that's so kind John. U hv a nice Saturday!
it seems that the friendliness of local residents is underestimated.
they forget, they are on vacation not colonizing.
Indonesia does not need funds from unscrupulous tourists.
It's not about money,
it's about mutual respect.
"colonizing" lol. Don't resort to hyperbole bucko. Chill.
Great information, thank you ☺
Great Video Jean, I have been following your videos and getting the updates on Bali. I plan on retiring in Lombok and currently looking at places as we speak. I do plan on visiting Bali one of these days. The cost in Bali was so very helpful, that way I can compare it to Lombok.
hi Frank, thanks for the kind note. Glad the video helped. We are also looking at exploring Lombok! and Sumbawa. We surf so definitely wanna explore the surf there and also thinking of eventually of maybe a quiet life on Sumbawa perhaps if Bali gets too busy.
Great fair analysis of current events on the ground there.
Wow!....this Is the topic that im waiing to reviewed....Especially about the bike regulation. Thank you.😊🙏
ahaa i seriously dont think that's really gonna actualise to be honest... so no sweat on that account. I just think the governor's proposal is not realistic and will infringe too much on local Bali bike rentals' interests. There's like a million bikes here for rental by Balinese businesses!
Thanks for the updates. Plus you have a very beautiful smile. Cheers
first time i have seen your message All i can say is well said and well put to all. I learnt a little from you and look forward to following your messages thanks Jean I am looking at retiring to Bali in the next couple of years so please keep the information coming
that's a nice plan Brendan, good luck with that. We'll keep the updates coming :)
If Bali getting boring, please jump on small boat to Lombok Island. That's like go to Bali circa 90's. Very beautifull, less crowded, but yeah less accomodation.
Very kind of you. Thank you. Might change my plans 😊💚
I've been coming back and forth since 2000 and i've seen a lot change for the worse because of tourism.... not that much for the better... I hope Bali becomes less trendy and all the parasites flock somewhere else... Thanks for the video though and the update... really appreciated!
Low end tourism does wreck a lot of havoc in general - Cambodia Vietnam Thailand all stand testament… which I guess is also why about 10 months or so ago the Bali governor was also caught making some statement about refusing backpackers. They all wanna turn about to high end tourism but it’s a brain scratcher as to how. Ah well.
@@JeanVoronkova feeling the ‘ahwell‘ 😉 I do hope to return soon to my old neighborhood in nyuh Kuning. I miss my local people!!
Hi Jean, I was in Bali last week, my french husband has an ex colleague who came to Asia. Decided to bring him to Bali. Thought I was not keen on going, eventually I did. My husband said, traffic for day trip to Ubud is horrible, and Canggu has developed so much since a year ago. Many shops set up. I met up with a guy who used to have a beautiful sandal shop in Canggu and since closed during the pandemic. He told me shop rental prices are meant more for foreigners and too expensive now. Uluwatu beach is beautiful. But soon will be as expensive as Canggu. I spent my time talking to local people who have small businesses.
yeah I never fancy a drive into Canggu esp these days..... n all the padi fields from 8 years ago in Canggu area have basically disappeared due to the redevelopment. ah well.
EXCELLENT VIDEO VLOG 😁👍👍❤
Monthly rental is of course way over the top. On the other hand, a 25 year or more leasehold villa, will set you back around $200k AUD for a nice 1 bed with a pool. If you want long term its very cheap, good for retirees
True, although 1 bedroom w a pool is usually rather small and for long term people prolly need more space i guess
You are spot on with your comments.
wow amazing, riding a motorbike with your husband wearing a helmet... this is what other tourists have to do, respecting the laws of the country visited..you ara amazing jane..!
Hello Jean ! 👋
Thanks for all these informations ! 😁
Now, i can come in Bali ! 😁
Excellent vid...factual, entertaining and generally positive. Great work Jean. I just subsribed. TY
Awesome, thank you!
Thank you JEAN for your vlog. Very informative.
I lived in Bali over 30 yrs ago even built a house there. A big mistake. Thinking of returning. I'd really appreciate your opinion of who to contact for visa information and help with finding a place to live. Want to live a calm, safe life,,,a simple life. I've been watching your video for more than a year and trust your info.
Have lived here for 7 years. Last 4 in sanur, where i have paid the same rental price on our detached newish house here. Thats to do with not being in the silly areas, and a decent landlord..but yes rentals and buying property in those areas has jumped ridiculously. Greed plus making up for loss during covid. Market dictates prices in these tourist areas.
Hi there! Is Sanur great for babies/toddler ages kids? Is it a quiet less busy place?
@mikepark3747 yes, if I had kids of a young age, sanur is where i would want to be. Its going to be a lot busier soon though with the new international hospital and new mall nearing completion. Sanur is a more peaceful area than seminyak, kerobokan, legian etc.
@@mbronti Thank you for your reply! My wife wants us to all move there! It seems like it’s getting so popular now.
Hello dear Jean 👋😊 !! A very good video - a lot of very beautiful footage and editing, great information ℹ️ (not too long 👀) !! So good to have this well balanced update on so many crucial matters concerning your amazing island home. Your happiness with your situation shines through 💁🏻♀️👍 !! Disappointed to hear about selfish visitors and poor behaviour, I’m with you on that one ☝️😢 !! In the UK 🇬🇧 we are experiencing high inflation too, so important plan and to be ‘hedged’ against it 😮!! We continue to travel, off to Mainland Spain 🇪🇸 next month for some good sunshine and luxury 🛥️🌊🌊🏰🏨 👩🏼🤝👨🏻 ☀️ !! Best wishes to you both, cheers, Don 👨🏼🦳👍🏼 !
Love your video, as always 😀
This is a GREAT video! Well said on many points. I’m a “white privileged” who adores and respects what Bali has given me. I am WITH you on siding with the locals regarding the rude af entitlement!
You're a white privileged? But the Asians and blacks are not?
Great video! I'd love to see a video of your favourite (less popular) places to visit.
That’s a great idea thanks so much! We’ll work on that n put it out in a bit
Thanks for the warning! I’ll look into other areas of the world to visit!
it's still an amazing destination to experience - just respect the local culture and look in advance for reasonable rentals hopefully :)
I guess most of rentals are not only up in Bali its everywhere globally from US,OZ and neighbouring country like Singapore. Remember the rents in 2021 was 40-60% pre pandemic hence obviously when tourist are picking up renters will need to pick up the prices where they left. ( nothing rocket science). But remember the areas that skyrocketed are those touristy areas like canggu, seminyak, kerobokan, uluwatu etc so long rentals will need to compete with short term rentals too. There are always others place to look at too but overall Bali is Bali. No place can compete with what the people, culture and sight seeings places they offer. Its about time Bali need to move up the ladder too and should not be a cheap destination to sty.
Actually if ppl just move past a little bit outside the boundaries of official Canggu apparently rents will start dropping back to reasonable levels - that’s word on the street. But u need to be willing to drive the extra mile to save the dollar I guess 😅
@@JeanVoronkova the dollar petrol increases but the the rent far away. compensates. Eg you can sty in kedungu or kababa but yet hang out in canggu its between 13 to max 17 mins ride. Besides the scooter takes Ron90 a subsidise gasoline roughly 65 Cent a litre.😊
Such a great video and love the balanced view and level of detail in all your videos. I just spent 3 weeks travelling around and I loved the balance between being in Canggu but then staying out in Ubud Hills, Kintamani and Lembongan. Such a nice contrast where the feeling is very different. I did see some rude behaviour which is disappointing and unfortunately it stands out in your memory but it really was the minority on reflection.
I think as disappointing as villa increased prices are, the low prices of the pandemic was not sustainable and a bonus for those there. Would be interested to know how much that villa in Uluwatu was pre pandemic. Understandably they are making up for lost revenue while they have the chance. As it could come down after all the tourists return to more usual travel. Loved the video so much! Thank you
The rent seems super expensive now. If you are already renting can they increase prices on your or is there rent control there?
Great video. Fair and balanced. Misbehaving foreigners is a topic upon itself. What gets me is the lack of interest by the local government to tackle the infrastructure problem. Traffic is out of control and they really missed a golden opportunity during the lock down to do something about this. It always makes me laugh about the grand plans for Bali; this time, health tourism. In the past it was a focus on attracting more high end tourists. If you can't get from point A to point B in less than 2 hours even if it's just down the road, how are you going to attract these high end visitors?
we saw them building new roads in some areas.... but yeah in Canggu I think its a bit too late to replan the urban set up
Prices aren’t rising so much as returning to normal.
Inflation is all around the world....
Just need to keep a close lookout on the money spending...😢
Hey Jean, try Tanah Lot area, slight further away from Kedungu, in Ciputra Beach Resort a newly developed housing complex. So tranquil, not far from the beach, with rice paddies all around.
ooh yeah love Tanah Lot Temple and i do remember its a pretty tranquil drive to the area!! nice! but we are firmly situated in Uluwatu cos we love the surf!
I'm not a fan of Bali but I think Indonesia is intending to turn Bali into a rich-only resort.
I really like your video. So authentic and honest. I totally understand to avoid the crowd. How is it to work as a digital nomad in the more local areas? Are there also good vibes and networking possibilities? Co-working spaces? As I heard that Canggu and Ubud is great for that. I wanna live there for three month. But I also dont want to have this super super tourist crowded places. Can you also see a change in the season? As I wanna come in March is it even then super crowded nowadays?
Hi March is gonna be hot - this low season in Bali is one of the hottest in years everyone's saying. Canggu and Ubud will be the most crowded places but there are plenty of coworking spaces everywhere these days with good internet even outside of these 2 spots so don't worry about being limited to those areas.... Uluwatu is getting busier these days but a nice compromise from the traffic jams of Canggu and Ubud. Or there's always corners in Seminyak and Jimbaran to chill in.
My visit in January, I was shocked that so many people seem to accept being in areas that fully resemble any trendy Western coastal city, with prices and congestion to match. Personally, I travel to experience alternatives to my Western lifestyle; the last thing i need, for example, is being around rude entitled Eastern Europeans (you know which country!) harshing my vibe. I feel for those who have lived in Bali for years and see much of the good things slipping away. I will return (in May) but I will focus on north Bali, the Nusas and Lombok.
Yeah good plan. We’re planning to suss out Sumbawa and Lombok ourselves in bit more detail ❤
Well said you nailed it.. I was there in December/ Jan as I was considering moving overseas.. I really didn't enjoy myself for those reasons. The traffic was also ridiculous.
i love your videos and sharing.
one day i would definitely visit there with my wife. thanks for sharing good vibes.
Thanks for watching! Glad u found value in our sharing 🤗
THANK YOU! Planning a trip and this is all super helpful! Chat GPT can only go so far 🤣
...for now
I'm glad - good luck w the trip planning!
Great video very informative
As much as enjoy the video, I found it's a bit misleading to say the price of accommodation had gone up massively as you only starting living in Bali mid of 2021, which is the era of pandemic. Has it really gone up massively or bounce back? Giving the constant change of currency, constant hike of fuel and electricity prices one can only do the math of soaring living cost and everything else.
The prices have risen 2-5x compared to prepandemic era. Without reasonable justification, since the overall quality has actually gone down. It's massively overinflated right now, while the already long standing issues (garbage, noise, infrastructure, etc) have only gotten worse.
Wonder what the impact is on the locals. I know the rental market in Australia is extremely tight at the moment and people are struggling to find accommodation. I assume Bali would have a similar dynamic and the additional cost for mortgages gets past onto the consumer.
I am impressed with your new home, and how well you appear to live. Guessing you must have saved up at least a six figure nest egg, and also that your side hustles bring you several thousand a month in income.
Oh Abbs this wasn’t shot in our home at all but in a nice cafe nearby! Hehe
It’s called OYA and it’s really lovely yes!
Thank you, as always, for the helpful video. I am thinking of travelling (from Canada) to Bali in January and February of 2024. I am not crazy about crowds and prefer a more peaceful existence. Can you recommend a few places I could stay? I am thinking perhaps 2 one month stays in different places and excursions from there.
You could consider staying in quieter areas and then just making small trips into the busy places like Canggu and Ubud and Seminyak to suss out the vibes - or just be on the move every 3-4 days for the first 2-3 weeks in the diff areas of Bali (incl quieter places like Jimbaran Uluwatu Amed Sidemen Lovina Tabanan even West Bali if you like) before zeroing in on where you like best and spending the rest of your time there. But beware its big distances cos Bali is not actually a small place - just most everyone goes in and gets stuck in Canggu or Ubud ..... n then they think Bali is just that.
Love your content
thanks froggie!
I wanted to visit Bali BUT I might have to wait. I wanted to take a break from many “entitled disrespectful” people but sadly most of these people are destroying the peaceful places such as Bali as well. Im not shocked that one day, there will be mote restrictions for other travelers.
I was very interested in going there and making it my escape throughout the year from the US but I will not go anywhere in the world that requires PCR test and or vaccinations
hi Margaret, word on the street is that customs has not been checking the vaccination certs on arrival at bali's airport but airlines still ask u to produce a cert before you board to fly to bali cos its technically still a necessity. I dunno how that info can help lol but i just thought ill share
I’ve been there in 2013 and I’m afraid to go back. It must have changed so much…not for the better.
With so many Americans leaving the US, it worries me how these type remote places (as Bali) will be affected with so many poor behaving, spoiled, entitled Westerners arriving there.
Jon B it's not only Americans misbehaving. Bali is a melting pot of tourists. I believe each and every nationality should respect the locals and the rules. It is that simple.
The most troublesome foreigners in Bali today were russians. Most americans in Bali, in the most plain words, are absolute docile compared with russians that were behaving very badly which has provokes the governor of the island to propose to revoke the Visa on Arrival policy towards russians. Probably because the most americans that were now moving to Bali were coming from the fellow tropical paradises like Hawaii.
@@angelariungu6717 When I was there, it was those Aussi's. They would be in the bars, and get drunk, get incredibly loud, get into fights, act like complete drunkin' idiots. Was told by other Aussis that those Aussis' there were the worst of Australians who were representing their country.
@@jonb3189 Aussie here and I’m usually the first to acknowledge how bad we are. And your are right that’s how it usually is especially at the bars. However I just returned from Bali 2 weeks ago and I noticed it wasn’t just the Aussies this time. I saw some really horrible behaviour during the day, at cafes, in yoga studios and shops ie not just alcohol fuelled behaviour. It’s sad.
@@jonb3189 😢😢😢
Hi Jean, saw Myanmar appeared twice in "do not need Visa" & "Visa on arrival US35", if not wrong, ASEAN states do not need Visa...
The balinese people are one of the nicest in Indonesia. So if foreigners can't be accepted because of their poor behavior there, don't expect better condition in another part of Indonesia. Why can't they behave nicely, just like they do in their own country?
I want to stay there for a year what would be the requirements ...Jean. ty
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I would love to visit but only if you were my guide ❤
Hey sorry I know this is an older video but full vaccination is no longer required.
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I have never been to Bali. People from my circle of acquaintances advised me to do so. Although I can see through tubes that Bali is a beautiful island with lovely people, it does not appeal to me to get there. I call Bali the Ibiza of Asia. Money and commerce will make Bali unattractive and ruin it.
Yet Ibiza is a party island and that's not how I see Bali. The way you feel about Bali is the way I feel about Dubai no interest whatsoever to go there.
You really represent Bali as safe and friendly. Wish you didn't need to be fully vaccinated especially with the truth about the vaccines coming out. Would love to visit and possibly live there for a few years.
I have been here for the last few weeks, and you don't need to be fully jabbed, since the 1st Jan this year.
@@vickyguan5523 Hi. Interesting. What is required?
@@gregwil694 it has gone back to the same as before. I fly back home Friday and nothing was said about jab.
If you have any problems l would contact, 'On the way Bali ' they are are local company and can help with any inquiries that you may have, also for a small fee can fast track you through the airport. I found them extremely helpful.
Good luck on your travels.
@@vickyguan5523 Yes I'll check before buying tickets. Thanks
@@vickyguan5523 You fly back home Friday? Where is home? Are you Indonesian flying back to Indonesia or a foreigner flying "back home" to Indonesia?
well said Jean , a few out of control younger people often sour the bali experience for the rest of us , yes helmets should be compulsary for everyone and have motorcycle licence to be able to hire a scooter in their home country, hopefully might see you guys around s.a.cafe jl wanna segara kuta ,ask for my friend Lia , hoping to retire there with her in the next couple years , also see chin up mental health , my son , very proud dad ....
What about your people who wants to stay for years ? How can they request a visa?
th-cam.com/video/4jwtdo2FvKk/w-d-xo.htmlsi=lQFTVLrVSCGSlT7L I have a video on this!
I've been riding a motorbike for the last 15 years. Is that mean I can't even buy a motorbike ride? It will definitely change my long term stay plans :(
Oh no if u hv a bike licence it’s not a problem at all. I think if ure willing to buy a motorbike for ur stay here that may be another way to circumvent the difficulties
I planned to live in Bali after my retirement , what’s your suggestion
what do u mean whats my suggestion? We live here in retirement. It's great for us.....
In Seattle, landlords cannot raise apartment rents by more than about 10% per year.
Safety Wing travel insurance is very cheap if you are under 40. If you are over 60, then the cost goes up astronomically!
What can tourists do to get around if we cannot rent motorbikes at all, and there is no public transit?
What is the best agency to hire a driver, in Bali, please Jean?
I hate tourists' misbehaviours. They are embarrassing.
Hey hey! The Bali Governor’s plan is for tourists to rent cars from travel agencies! But u know it’s all just up in the air until they figure out a way to properly execute…. We’ve used a car rental agency called Puri Car Rental before n it’s a v popular local one servicing mostly domestic tourists … wd recommend 👍🏼
Hi Jean, used to just rent a car from my Balinese friends. Wonder if they now have to register with some agency just to do rentals. Hopefully the Kos prices haven't gone too high. Might be going Bali either next week or the week after.
Don't stress on the bike rentals for now but if you do come before anything is official, I'd bring an international license at least (should have one anyway) as I think the rules will lean into the fact that no one can rent without one... And anyone renting should probably have to prove that they are capable of riding the bike before leaving the premisis, this is difficult for the business to implement... But it would definitely keep the roads safer.
Hi Jean, Are you training to surf? I'd like to know more about it if there is one :)
have you try nusa dua area behind AMAROSA Hotel Nusa dua , before covid on 2019 my colleague very hard to rent his villa with 3 BR semi furnished with pool and garage for 2 car for even for 10 million/month or 100 million/year or he also have other villa more bigger also with 3 BR and fully furnished for 200 million Rp /year. also there alot empy house/villa on pecatu...
What does their skin color have to do with it? Should have left it, entitled or just ignorant. Was there in September last year, and the place had become one big meme... lots of people who were funemployed all chasing the same experience. Good luck to all, but not a place I would be in a hurry to go back to.
How does one get in touch with you directly....you share the same pragmatism as my wife..Need guidance.
Thanks for the update. You have a million dollar smile!
What are the possibilities of investment properties for foreigners in Bali?
First time in bali, leaving in two days. Won't be coming back. You forgot to mention the rubbish on the beaches. There are much better places to visit in Indonesia.
they should implement car free inside ubud, create bypass and introduce carry for tourist. its high time
actually that's a pretty good idea. the whole of Ubud is pretty jammed up w their one way traffic rules...
Cheaper in Malaysia eg KK
Bali no longer seems the place to visit. I think more tourists will visit Thailand, Philippines or Vietnam which is cheaper. With such high living accommodations it doesn’t seem that appealing to visit any longer.
I can't come to bali because they still have vaccination mandatory. Im an anti vaxer
I entered Bali in February, and didn't have to show anything. Try' On The Way Bali,' they can help you with any questions you may have
I cant believe they ran the rents up that much
us too! it's crazy!
Why Bali instead of Thailand 🇹🇭?
Cos of the surf, for us 😍🤗
Hello jean completly agree with you the stupid attitude of some tourist,complete vaccination means 2? We are planning with my wife from Philippines to retire in bali we should be able to soon come as we are still busy here in New Caledonia
Rising rentals & costs of living will translate to cutbacks & lower quality of life in the years ahead & especially for retirees.
HERES the thing, if youre not a traveler or EXPAT but you've heard somewhere is really good, chance as you're the last one to know which means its already too late, its kind of like the ones who finally bought bitcoin in 2018 at $20,000...... Bali was great, but once the locals catch on that people actually like a place, everything starts to go up, greed kicks in and the place becomes just another over priced over hyped tourist trap.
Bali had been popular with Aussies and Kiwis for decades, which was ok since their demographics are so modest. But "eat pray love" and Instagram influencer culture really made Bali take off with North Americans, and the existing infrastructure became unsustainable.
Hi Jean, We are considering moving to Bali in near future. Ive followed your videos and was wondering if you could spare time for a call? I think it will be very useful to learn from your experience:-)...thanks
Amazing how BALI has changed! I lived in Indonesia and went to Jakarta International School back in 1985 - 1992 and BALI was our playground!!! 2023 BALI disgusting. Way too many tourists. Terlalu banyak BULE. Parah man! Walau even Singaporeans moving into Bali. I miss Bukit Timah. LOL. Singapore used to be an escape for us back then. Orchard road shopping.