Thanks Adam, we are doing exactly what you have stated in this video. We live in Sanur (Sindhu Beach area) for 8 to 9 months of the year. We get away from the winter months of Perth. We walk everywhere so it keeps us fit we are both nearly 70. We have only been home 6 weeks and miss Sanur already. Hope to see you next year on the footpath! Keep up the good work.
Fantastic to hear it Sue. There are so many different ways you can live nowadays that you don’t have to slip into the traditional options. A hybrid arrangement is a great idea!
I give you a lot of respect Adam for the honesty and information you present. You are very comfortable now in your video clips and it shows in your presentation and how you communicate with your subscribers. The mix of short and longer videos are very welcome. You have given me personally a lot of really good intel over the last 12 months and without that info, there would be so many places I would not have known about or found potentially on my own. I personally am still deciding whether I move F/T to Sanur or just continue to do multiple trips each year until the last of my teens are adults. Either way, I thank you as always. Cheers
Cheers mate. It’s always good to hear from long-time viewers! The thing about such a big life change is that it's incredibly personal and as much as I can share my own journey, it will never be the same as everyone else's. Maybe I need to share more of this sort of information so people can make their own decisions based on it.
Your videos are always so good. I feel like I’m back in Sanur again. You’re actually one of my favourite TH-camrs. We’ll look forward to the next one to keep up to date with all things Sanur. Thanks Adam. 💝
Our friend , 82 yrs old lives in Bali . Spent time in hospital recently (if I remember correctly , 2 weeks ). They were fantastic . Sorted his problems out ( urinary ) perfectly .
I lived on the westside for 2 yrs and rode my bicycle around locally and to the beach. Sanur is the most bicycle friendly part of Bali I have lived. Have you not seen how many people cycle around Sanur? I live Eastside for a few years now so its easier to walk my dog to the beach. Bicycles are a huge part of transport in Sanur for myself , many friends and others who live or visit here. I wondered why you left that option out? I do taxi in wet season if heavy rain however. 6yrs living based in Sanur I still love it :)
Excellent advice. Very sensible and thorough. I know Sanur very well indeed. It was lovely to see The Prama and the surrounds and it doesn’t appear to be very busy. Thankyou. Great video!
Happy 1 year in Sanur! Have enjoyed your video content, thank you for such informative, funny variety of content. I always look forward to them. Happy for you to have settled in to a perfect area of Bali.
Thanks for such a thoughtful and personal account, Adam. You answer so many of the questions and concerns so many of of have, and leave the decisions and choices to ourselves. I feel so lucky to have your eyes and ears on the ground in Sanur, a very favourite place.
Oh mate I looked at the length of this vlog and thought that's going to be a slog, but no, I thoroughly enjoyed every second. Right on point mate with all your comments. Everyone is different but I reckon if you decide to live in a foreign country then you should embrace all of it. Good job bro.😊
Well, you’re in the best part of Bali. It’s quiet and hopefully it stays that way. I’ve spent quite a bit of time there - my advice is find a local cafe and make local friends, join the gym, go to the night market, do your laundry and your days will fill out a lot easier than you think.
Yeah I hope it stays quiet too. I think in the immediate vicinity of Sanur it will remain relatively quiet unless there is a mass of high rise apartments built. There just isn’t enough land available to make it a high density place which is good for us who already live here. The bad part about that is that owning your slice of paradise is going to become a lot more expensive as time goes by.
@@JesseFinkBookssurprisingly, the traffic along Jl Danau Tamblingan (main road in Sanur) hasn't impacted the traffic situation significantly. Generally on Sundays is the busiest, because Sunday is known as Hari Keluarga (Family Day), so lots of locals head to the beach and like to be seen swanning around ICON Bali 😅 Not sure ICON is the cause of price increases. I like to eat at local warungs and especially Pasar Sindu (Sindu Night Markets). Brekkie costs me Rp10.000 (~AUD1), dinner Rp15.000 to Rp30.000 (~AUD1.50 - $3). Those prices haven't changed in a long time. But I guess we'll see. ICON is pretty new and it's currently their official grand opening (soft opening before). Loads of free events there atm. The water/light show at the front is at 6.45pm every night, free to watch. It's awesome too.
Glad to know it’s of use. I should perhaps delve into some of these topics a little more deeply if I have the truthful info ready. For example, I can probably talk at length about how dental works here, but not so confident about general medical aside from hospital visits.
@ I am keen to know about hospital visits as I think a lot of us are scared of what that would be like. I’ve seen the ambulances and they look pretty scary!
Yeah I really need to think about this. The hospitals in Indonesia are generally very well equipped and staffed and a lot of people do praise how well they were treated. I should probably try and delve into this a little more, but I'm not sure what angle to take because I can't go to a hospital and show you what it's like... I can probably talk more in general terms and perhaps give some options for insurance coverage. If you're willing to pay for good care in Indonesia, you can get it. It basically means you need to be insured or be willing to stump up large amounts of cash in advance to get good treatment. A lot of wealthier Indonesians themselves will choose a hybrid model of getting preventative checkups and procedures done in Singapore or Malaysia while relying on local services for other things such as basic treatment or emergency care that is too urgent for a flight overseas. I'll look into it further and see if I'm confident enough to speak about it in a video later.
You brought up some really great points Adam. I enjoyed hearing your comments on various topics which will no doubt assist people who are considering a move to Bali.
Hi Adam, just want to say that was one of the best vlogs we've watched. Can see you love living in Sanur, thanks again for all your information on living there, cheers Denise and Wayne
Great advice, we bought a leasehold 10 years ago and spend approx 6 months in Bali (Sanur) a year and some great advice we received back in the day was avoid the expat scene altogether 😂 so we have a few trusted friends and a good routine - love it ❤
Yeah, true. Sadly some expats, groups of expats, can be very 'clicky'. Newcomers are not always welcomed into the group. I'm in a few women's groups here: Sanur Women's Book Club; Senang Writing Club; A women's group called Bali Anecdotes - a mix of locals, westerners & expats. I try to keep up to date with events that interest me, usually the freebies, ha ha. Not really keen on sitting around chatting with a bunch of whinging, judgemental expats. Soz, that's been my experience. Of course not everyone is like that. I've always maintained that I feel closer to God in Bali, so praying down at the beach at say 3am in the morning, if beckoned, is something else that brings great peace to me. Obligatory sunrises and/or sunsets of course, when there's no cloud cover. I'm not full-time here yet, but it may happen. Probably a bit later than initially planned for early next year. For reasons that are best not said online 😅
Great video mate. I really enjoyed watching it and the content was very interesting. I am considering moving to Sanur and you help with the basic concepts of daily life. Thanks and keep up the good work!
Thank you so much. A very realistic and thoughtful video. We choose to spend 3 months of the year there and it suits our age and family commitments. We too feel like its home and certainly tap into the stress free feeling and culture. You have been realistic and accurate in your summation. Thanks again ( Paul from Crescent Head).
That's what I would do if I could get someone to take my doggy for 3 months every year. I think 9 months in Australia and 3 months in Indonesia or SE Asia would be perfect. We spent 3 months in Vietnam and we were sad to leave.
@steveth1000 have you looked into Housesitting? It’s basically getting someone to look after your pets while you’re away and in return the person gets to live rent free in a place that might be somewhere different to what they’d normally choose.
Another terrific video Adam. So much information. I’m in Sanur and met you and Susan at Karang Beach while sheltering from a heavy downpour a couple of days ago. Thanks for the chat. Jan.
Hi Adam,great vlog my friend,very honest and truthful,this information break down will give alot of helpful hints,I'm a very frequent tourist in Bali,we actually got married in Bali in 2004,so Bali means alot to us,we will be living there for 6months of the year very soon,thanks again Adam.
Hey mate my partner and myself really enjoy your video’s and think your Sanur Sessions videos are a stroke of genius. Keep keeping it real and you will keep and grow your channel. Merry Xmas and Happy New Year and if we see you on our travels to Sanur over Xmas and the New Year we will say hello.
Thanks as usual for an interesting and thoughtful video. The considerations on whether to move to Bali, are spot on. I am glad you included thinking about your daily routine which can be overlooked amongst the excitement of deciding to move. I recently retired and it is always the one piece of advice I give to others considering retirement. Without an interest or hobby you may begin to feel lost. Like you I am never bored.
I agree, I have lots of hobbies but my wife doesn't and she went back to work for a couple of years, now is lost again in retirement. You definitely need hobbies wherever you retire to and friends.
Nice work! this was so good, i live in Sanur and i think you nailed it. Would be really cool to see a short video tour of your house and neiborhood. Iook forward to see you on beach walk Cheers
Thanks! Really appreciate the feedback from a Sanur local. I have done a video on my house before here -> th-cam.com/video/pdsp1om4_Hk/w-d-xo.htmlsi=aWMrNFsHhBctwnD1
Hi actually surprised we haven’t run into each other, we share very similar stories. I’m a British expat my wife is from East Java, been in Indonesia 10 years owned my Sanur 10 years and split my time between here and East Java. I can relate to everything you’ve said and you’re correct in every aspect it took me two years to really feel like home, and as you said initially said I thought I would return to the UK in my Twilight years but having experienced the local healthcare now it’s improved somewhat and I think I will probably live out my days here. I don’t really do the expat thing and 90% of my friends are Indonesians as I joined several bike clubs when I first moved here to keep my life interesting and as a result, I’ve seen most of Indonesia motorcycle touring. Keep up the videos.
Yeah some of the stuff I was talking about in the video might sound like I’m trying to say I’m better than other people etc, but I know it would resonate with people who are situations like us. We kind of view Bali as just another place in Indonesia rather than the be all and end all. I think that experience in Java is incredibly helpful in allowing us to understand how things should be, when we’re getting taken advantage of and that sort of stuff. Glad that you found the video!
Good intel, thanks Adam and solid reality check on what we need to consider to keep the “living in Bali dream” alive and enjoyable. Appreciate your take
Hahah. A lot of people have been saying that lately. If you don’t own your own house already, Sanur looks like a good option. If you already own property in Australia, Sanur looks to be an even better option.
I'm lucky in some regards in that I live in Bali 2-4 months of the yr usually by extending my VOA. I still come home & work, I do humanitarian work in Indonesia thru a service club here in Australia. I've made some incredible local friends there that I can also stay with, & I also stay at various accomodation in Ubud, Legian , Tabanan that I can take as a mid term rental if I need to . I've got 2 great drivers I use, & also use BlueBird Taxis occasionally as well. Bali can be a challenge but adapting to those changes is neither too hard or 2 difficult , I don't mind the fact that it's completely different to Australia. I also only usually eat Indonesian food with an occasional western meal chucked in . Never been sick from the food, ice etc. Always found it relatively easy to get any medication for illness such as antibiotics etc if or when needed. I'm aiming on spending more time in Bali, mainly doing humanitarian work. 8 months a yr there, the rest in Aus would be a pretty decent retirement plan. If it all works out. But so far, it's all worked well
Yeah I think easing yourself into things is a good way to handle it. When I first arrived in Indonesia to live, I just up and moved to Java and it was tough going. Having the hybrid arrangement can really help with the adaptation that I think is critical to thriving here (rather than just simply existing)
Hello, I am very interested on your post here. I am interested in VOA. How do you go about extending it? Also, is a VOA for 30 days? Leave to Singapore, for example, then return to Bali? Also, do you do humanitarian work in Bali? I am interested in international development. Thank you.
Thanks Adam for your personal review of your year living in Sanur. We considered it a few years back but with 70 around the corner, I don’t feel confident about the transition from Bris Vegas to Bali. We’re too spoilt here with our our very comfortable life. Cheers.
Yeah it’s certainly a big decision especially if you’re already loving your current living arrangements. If I had unlimited money, I’d probably do a mix of Bali, Australia and somewhere else in the world all equally split. Fly between them with fully furnished accommodation waiting for me when I arrived. As it stands, it’s difficult for me to live the life I want in Australia which is sad really.
Thanks for the vid, nice job. I totally agree with you regarding Sanur. I consider it an Indonesian version of Port Douglas in far north Queensland. Not a party place but very livable & strategic for getting to denpasar, airport, east Bali. Great kite surfing, surfing, cycling etc. I wish Indonesian visa arrangements were as relaxed & affordable as Thailand!
Not sure, but I think they may have played up to the camera. Quite often people like to point and laugh and do silly things in the background of videos... Sometimes they make the cut, sometimes they don't. 🤣 Lots of people do thumbs ups, waves... that sort of thing.
@Nikki-m7p yeah I rewatched it. I saw it when I was filming and assumed it was another person playing up to the camera as they often do. But on rewatching, it doesn’t look so playful.
Great video! I'd love to see The Chronicles of your land/ property purchase process. It would also be great to see how you workout the protections for yourself based on recouping any investment if anything were to happen with your spouse aka the landowner. I'm married to an Indonesian and our plans for retirement are very closely tied to Bali and we would have to go through similar steps.
I’ve been actively viewing land and properties in recent weeks and I probably should do a better job of documenting that… perhaps with the videos posting some weeks down the track so the outcome is already known rather than me endlessly filming dud properties. The legalities of owning land here are rough when it comes to foreigners and I do have some knowledge on the situation, but it’s complicated and leaves the foreigner exposed. I probably don’t want to talk about it too much because from what I’ve read, it’s quite technical. Also from what I’ve read, people tend to have different opinions on what your options are and I don’t want to get into that minefield. But thanks for the tips of what I should focus on. You’re right. I need to do more on this serious stuff as it’s what people are thinking about.
@@SanurDiariesbe super cautious, due diligence, as they say. One plot of land that I went out to look at had promise. To buy, (yeah I know, I get loads of lectures about buying), 2 are for 1,3 miliar. Had an existing building on it, but they said they didn't have the key. It was apparently a "fire sale" by the bank, mortgage default. Anyway, due diligence discovered that the certificate for the land I received, was NOT the certificate for that particular piece of land! The agent was very embarrassed. I think that was the night my Balinese husband walked out on me! 😲 😂 Long, long story about that, oh my. I'm good though 👍
I thoroughly enjoyed that Adam and you personal insight to life in the island of the Gods. Was even talking to wife at dinner tonight about living 6mths in Bali - April-Oct
Lots of incredible places across the archipelago and many not too far from Bali. Would be great to see Flores gain more popularity for example. Perhaps need more direct international flights to such places.
The korean guy's name is 세영. Haha. As I am not an English native, I can't fully understand what you said but thank you very much for your good influence.
Enjoyed you video. It made me think. You make some great points about “real expat life” especially as it relates to aging. I’m 60 and am very interested in either retiring in Bali or having it as part of my retirement, but the issues of healthcare quality are a major concern for me. I’m trying to be realistic and think long term.
Yes. The issue of healthcare has come up a lot in the comments. It seems there are people who don’t think too much about it and are happy with the local system (for which you can buy insurance). And then there are the people who want the very best and worry what would happen as their health fails. There are solutions in any case it’s something that I really should do some more research into. The problem is it’s difficult to go filming around a hospital to show what it’s like. The ones I have been in in Indonesia have looked to be world class. Clean, modern, brightly lit. Quality of care pretty good, but complex cases can be hit and miss.
Great vid Adam, I would like to stay for a few months but I would like to stay in budged good accommodation like you have showed on your previous vids, maybe spend a bit more for a living area. Hope to catch up with you early in the new year if your keen. Cheers Mark WA
Adam ..you did a good job.ive been coming to for Sanur for half a century on & off . I'm not expecting anything So I never get disappointed Less complicated than planet Oz ..
Hey Adam, thank you for sharing your journey. Great information, thanks for keeping it real 😊 I have a question, is there somewhere I can private message you please? 🙏
Yeah it’s something that requires additional thought when in a country that operates differently to what you’re used to. I probably should delve deeper into some of the points I raised in the video.
I think you need to ask yourself 2 questions. Can you be so far away from your Grandchildren while they are so young and do you have an ongoing medical condition that requires you to need Medicare benefits. Eg, Diabetes, Blood pressure, heart ECT.
Mate, this is seriously good content. Very easy to follow and engaging…. Well done and thank you. We will be in Sanur from Christmas Day. We hope we see you around the place…. Dave and Sarah
Hello, it's me again and another OOT question... 😁 The Painting that you used at 3:28 and beyond ... can I ask what the name of that painting and, perhaps, the Painter also ? TIA ☺
@@SanurDiaries in that case, allow me to give you my highest appreciation. At the first glance, I thought that Sanur Style Painting have a new kind of 'branch'. 😀 Your concept and Art Skill really stunning 🤩
"The Obligation is always on me (foreigner) to adapt to Indonesian (Locals) Life, Rather than Indonesian adapting to my way of life." I think this is the crucial way of thinking, for everybody (including me if i live in other countries as foreigner) to try to adapt to the locals way of life. Many foreigners don't think this way, they rather forced the locals to understand them and change the habit, since he/she live in the neiborghood. Thank you for the message, love your video
Don’t worry. We Aussies impose this philosophy on foreigners in Australia. Of it should be imposed on us as well. You need to adapt to the place you move to. Even within your own country!
Hit the nail on the head. Gotta be able to ride a motorbike. I'm in Pattaya Thailand. Many years. I own a truck for travelling around. Own a few condo. Gotta ride my motorbike.. I enjoy it.
@Mayfitz I've never seen one around the traps here in Sanur. I'm in Sindu. I do see mobility scooters here though. Not sure if that would be something you'd consider.
Interested to know how you find the trash in the sea or beaches? I’ve noticed it quite out of control in the rainy season and no good control of municipal waste.
Yeah it’s actually a really big problem. And it’s not just a matter of rubbish being dumped in the rivers (which it is), but it’s also a problem of the main tip not having enough capacity and no solutions being found yet. There are regular rubbish collections in Sanur which you pay for, but too many people are willing to leave piles of rubbish around the place for it to be controlled properly. This is one of the really difficult things to adapt to… you don’t want to compromise on what’s important to you (a clean environment), but you also don’t want to be a big mouth telling people what they should do when you’re a visitor. I try to just accept it and keep the areas clean around me. You’d go crazy if you wanted to fix the entire system.
what a great episode mate.. fantastic , so much info and great aspects of Bali life , my stays in Bali have made me fall in love with the culture and lifestyle , so much so looking to invest in a small holiday villa , and being in perth only 3-4 hours away is great , coming over in the next couple months for a 3 month stay , very excited , might bump inta ya mate :-) once again great vid :-)
@@SanurDiaries there's a couple of opportunities just outside ulawatu, amed ,Cemagi, Nyanyi , hence the 3 month stay i want to be able to have a good look around and get a feel for the areas , will have a look at sanur as well , where ever i can find some reasonable prices is always worth a look :-)
Yeah... I really need to broaden my scope as well I think. Sanur is 100% my preference, but I'm feeling more and more like I'm being priced out of the market in recent times.
@@SanurDiaries im the same .and prices are moving fast , i kinda figured id try and make the jump now instead of me always talking about for the past years ha ha. win or fail on the outcome the best i can do is see if i can make it happen , if that makes sense at all haha , a friend purchased a villa about 5 years ago and i kick myself not doing it then , they have done pretty well on it its paid itself off and well into profit now . now's the time :-)
@@3kdsakiyo sounds like a plan! I know someone who has subdivided a bunch of land around Kedungu... Seems to be the direction that all that development is going right up the coast. If you're interested, I can send you a contact.
Thanks very much, Sanur Diaries . I was in Sanur recently and loved it. A visa on arrival is 30 days? I would like to live in Bali for about six months of the year then Australia for six months of the year over the next few years. Briefly, how could I go about it in terms of immigration requirements? Thank you
Hi James. The immigration system in Indonesia allows for longer stays but requires the correct visa to do so. The problem is that it requires an expert to explain what the best approach for you is. I recommend seeing a visa agent based in Bali who will be able to explain what your options are. VOA is fine for 30 days plus a 30 extension online. So you can easily get 60 days electronically. But it won’t do for longer than 60 days and the authorities are strict about needing the correct documents. It’s best to see an expert as I said above.
That was great. I’m 62 and will probably retire in three years and get the most out of my super. I’m just not sure if I could live there permanently but if I did it would be in Sanur for sure because I’ve stayed there and know it and enjoy the quiet life. I guess you get used to the heat as well.
Yeah you’re right about the quieter life. The heat is something you need to work around especially in the wet season when the humidity is a killer. Bali living isn’t for everyone especially if you have a really strong social/family scene back at home.
You NEVER get used the heat and humidity. I lived in Darwin for 5 years, it is energy sapping, I retired in country NSW as I like 4 seasons. It's great advice to go rent with a 12 months lease first before committing long term overseas.
Is good medical here. Just as good as australia. As a.permanent resident you can get BPJS insurance 180rb ($18aud) a.month VIP cover. I had a heart attack a few years ago got full medical & medicine. Private hospital room . And still see a heart specialist free monthly.
@@briechilli4496yes, that is correct. Still available to expats already using it, with a cut-off period. Rules keep changing, it's hard to keep up with the latest, but I try 😅
Ok so Sanur is a great place to live. Whats the 2nd best place that has convenience, peace and quiet, natural beauty, affordable housing and near the beach? I want to try these places out soon. Cheers from Sydney
There are plenty of places like this. I wouldn’t say that Sanur has affordable housing these days like it used to. I think Thailand or Vietnam are much more budget friendly.
Hi Adam, just sadly learnt that 12 businesses between La Playa and Intercontinental have closed. Devastating news. How do you think this will affect a stay at the Hyatt? Looking for your knowledge to calm out concerns. Other beachside dining options too as this was the most amazing dining area. Thanks heaps
Yeah it was the best dining area at the beach in my opinion and it’s now gone. Completely gone, not one business remaining. From the Hyatt, there aren’t many options available on the beach anymore that are within maybe 1km. I can only think of La Playa (most of the restaurant collapsed into the ocean), sea grass and Lemo. In the other direction there is practically zero. You’ll need to head onto the main road for most of your meals now. In fact, the entire beachfront path is devoid of eating options pretty much all the way to Sindhu now. Maybe some of the warungs near the Puri Santrian will get more customers now and start opening longer hours, but I doubt it. I guess we’ll just have to wait to see what replaces those beachside restaurants…
@@SanurDiariesThanks for your thoughts. I guess we'll need to get a bit more exercise and walk past the expected construction down to the Warungs further South or like you say onto the road. A sad day, especially for the workers and local businesses. I hope noise and construction won't affect the Hyatt.
It’s pretty far from Hyatt so it should be ok. Some of those businesses will reopen elsewhere and some of them nearby (such as Lilla Pantai), but it will never be the same again. The only hope is that the owner of the property does something really fantastic with that beachfront land that is attractive to all visitors to Sanur, not just those staying at the hotel that is allegedly going to be built there.
Great video: one thing to elaborate on is the health situation. If you are married to an Indonesian you can get BPJS access which is the national health system. I would use it primarily for an emergency situation such as a heart attack as this treatment and hospital costs would be covered. For non emergency services I can make an appointment directly with a specialist same date at a consultation cost of 300,000. There are 6 hospitals within 20 minutes here in Batam. If I returned to UK to live the NHS is in dire straights. I will take my chances in Indonesia. 🙏🙏
Yeah you’re right, I do need to elaborate on how healthcare works in Indonesia. The main issue I have is that it’s different for everyone and my experience is going to be different to everyone else’s. That aside, it’s a really important topic for most so I’ll have to think about what approach would be best to explain it.
Great video Adam. Moving to another country requires a lot of careful consideration, especially if you are getting on and already have health issues. Good luck to those who do and it works for them. I think I will have to be satisfied with several weeks at a time ;-)
@@SanurDiariesOf interest, the BPJS is no longer available to expats. They've allowed it to continue for those expats currently using the Indo government's health insurance scheme (from around $15/month) but there is a cut-off time, dependant on visa type and length. So those with any major health issues will need to pay for private health insurance and that can be a deal breaker for some.
What do you do for income over there? I plan to retire in Bali at 59, and just die there. If I need a special procedure in Australia, I'll go back, but I'll be happier to hospice in Bali.
I still do bits of work in Australia as I'm needed. So does Susan... That's kind of how we support ourselves. Your view of running down the rest of your life in Indonesia is a pretty common one... Not everyone is comfortable with that approach, but it's certainly something to consider.
American English is the most understandable form of English, I find. I like to perform small experiments, and this is the fact that I've personally gathered. Bali is a paradise in general. Bureaucracy is quite simple, cheap and accessible for most. I just wish the officials would pay more attention to the environmental cleanliness, public transport, and a few more things to keep this place a paradise.
100% agree. I think in every country in the world, we want our governments to do better. Hopefully as time goes by the government in Bali can prioritise the people who live here and as you say, keep this place a paradise.
Hi Adam, great video, many thanks. On the subject of cafes, I only visit if specifically meeting people. I find the coffee overpriced in most places. I live on a budget and the price of a coffee amounts to more than a meal in a local warung! Secondly, the best coffee I have ever tasted is available in a supermarket here and I make it at home. Much better than any coffee I have had in a cafe in Sanur. Not cheap, but still a fraction of the price of a cafe. Cheers, Noel
Yeah this is good additional info for anyone looking to move here. For me coffee at a cafe is part of my daily routine but I could easily change that to what you’re doing as well. There’s a bit of a ritual to making your own coffee which I love (even though to non-coffee lovers that is going to sound ridiculous 🤣). This is the great thing about Bali. There is something for everyone at all budget levels. Although a lot of people are saying Bali is expensive now, I agree that it can be - but only if you choose for it to be expensive. The cheap options are still available just as they always have been. It’s just that the more expensive options have become the preference of many people… So yep, love your take on the coffee situation. Perfectly highlights a broader issue of having a budget, sticking to it and finding your own slice of paradise.
Same for me. I love Kopi Bali dengan gula. One cup made myself in the morning and I'm bouncing! 😂 I drank way too many cups one day and was awake for 24 hours straight! 😂
Extending a tourist visa is done online. You can also do visa runs after that runs out or choose to get a more long term visa by visiting the immigration office and seeing what your options are. If you’re getting really serious, a visa agent can handle everything and make sure your stay is legal.
Did the same thing from Jan 2023 - Jan 2024 and now back in Australia because I realised the window of my dream of living in uber cool Bali had passed probably 10 years ago. But I did discover how Kuta Lombok is now that place I desired. But wont be long until this paradise is lost too with over development already started
Yeah it’s something that a few people have been saying in response to this video. It was probably something they needed to do 10-15 years ago… health issues seem to be the big one, but also finances can come into play as well. I suppose it can’t work out for everyone. Good tip on Kuta Lombok!
Fair question. There is no Malaria and Dengue is only a problem if you have a mosquito problem. If I see a mosquito, I make sure I kill it. In my place I don’t have too many, so it not a big deal. But in a previous place I lived I used mosquito coils if things got bad. If things get really bad, you can also fog your house and the immediate surrounds to keep numbers down. I actually don’t think it’s as big a deal as it’s made out to be, but you can’t be complacent either.
l have stayed in Bali since 1993 I was in Bali as a tourist in 1985 building 4 houses sold them und you can own your land but the certificate is downgraded. Im now 76 years old my home is in Gepokan a village between Ubud and Ginyar. Before staying in Nusa Dua,Jimbran Buket, Sanur, and Ubud, health care has improved a lot since 1993 I was 3 times in a Hospital and was never disappointed. As I have worked before in 20 countries I'm used to adapting and being flexible.Own a car and yes the traffic increased but at the right time is less.Never planed to make my home in Bali It just happend no regrets! You passed Prama Bar wich I opened as a consultant.
Thanks for your input Roland. I really appreciate it. I’m quite sure I met you briefly in Lamak about 20 years ago when I was on holiday. I was a frequent visitor to Warung Enak, one of my favourite restaurants in Bali of all time because of the incredible Made Mijaya fitout and of course the incredible food. It was Warung Enak that really got me interested in food from around Indonesia.
Thanks Adam, we are doing exactly what you have stated in this video. We live in Sanur (Sindhu Beach area) for 8 to 9 months of the year. We get away from the winter months of Perth. We walk everywhere so it keeps us fit we are both nearly 70. We have only been home 6 weeks and miss Sanur already. Hope to see you next year on the footpath! Keep up the good work.
Fantastic to hear it Sue. There are so many different ways you can live nowadays that you don’t have to slip into the traditional options. A hybrid arrangement is a great idea!
@@suemather8622 This is my plan. Thanks for sharing.
Sue, don’t own a home? If so how do u keep the home maintained while away?
I give you a lot of respect Adam for the honesty and information you present. You are very comfortable now in your video clips and it shows in your presentation and how you communicate with your subscribers. The mix of short and longer videos are very welcome.
You have given me personally a lot of really good intel over the last 12 months and without that info, there would be so many places I would not have known about or found potentially on my own. I personally am still deciding whether I move F/T to Sanur or just continue to do multiple trips each year until the last of my teens are adults. Either way, I thank you as always. Cheers
Cheers mate. It’s always good to hear from long-time viewers! The thing about such a big life change is that it's incredibly personal and as much as I can share my own journey, it will never be the same as everyone else's.
Maybe I need to share more of this sort of information so people can make their own decisions based on it.
Your videos are always so good. I feel like I’m back in Sanur again. You’re actually one of my favourite TH-camrs. We’ll look forward to the next one to keep up to date with all things Sanur. Thanks Adam. 💝
Thanks so much! I’ll catch ya next time. 😎
Our friend , 82 yrs old lives in Bali . Spent time in hospital recently (if I remember correctly , 2 weeks ). They were fantastic . Sorted his problems out ( urinary ) perfectly .
That’s good to hear!
And you can get to see a consultant very quickly.
I lived on the westside for 2 yrs and rode my bicycle around locally and to the beach. Sanur is the most bicycle friendly part of Bali I have lived. Have you not seen how many people cycle around Sanur? I live Eastside for a few years now so its easier to walk my dog to the beach.
Bicycles are a huge part of transport in Sanur for myself , many friends and others who live or visit here. I wondered why you left that option out? I do taxi in wet season if heavy rain however. 6yrs living based in Sanur I still love it :)
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Great video Adam, this is the best advice anyone has uploaded i've been toying with the idea of semi retirement in bali myself very helpfull!
Fantastic to see it’s been of help. Good luck with the move!
Excellent advice. Very sensible and thorough.
I know Sanur very well indeed. It was lovely to see The Prama and the surrounds and it doesn’t appear to be very busy.
Thankyou.
Great video!
No it’s not too busy at the moment. Just before the Christmas rush. It’s also been raining a lot and I guess a lot of people are hiding indoors
Happy 1 year in Sanur! Have enjoyed your video content, thank you for such informative, funny variety of content. I always look forward to them. Happy for you to have settled in to a perfect area of Bali.
Thanks Fleur! Always appreciate your comments!
Thanks for such a thoughtful and personal account, Adam. You answer so many of the questions and concerns so many of of have, and leave the decisions and choices to ourselves. I feel so lucky to have your eyes and ears on the ground in Sanur, a very favourite place.
Wow thanks for the kind words! Just trying to keep things honest.
Totally agree. Thank you so much. 🌺
This is an excellent watch..
Oh mate I looked at the length of this vlog and thought that's going to be a slog, but no, I thoroughly enjoyed every second. Right on point mate with all your comments. Everyone is different but I reckon if you decide to live in a foreign country then you should embrace all of it. Good job bro.😊
Yeah I know what you mean about long videos. Can be an instant put off. Glad I was able to keep you entertained!
Well, you’re in the best part of Bali. It’s quiet and hopefully it stays that way. I’ve spent quite a bit of time there - my advice is find a local cafe and make local friends, join the gym, go to the night market, do your laundry and your days will fill out a lot easier than you think.
Yeah I hope it stays quiet too. I think in the immediate vicinity of Sanur it will remain relatively quiet unless there is a mass of high rise apartments built. There just isn’t enough land available to make it a high density place which is good for us who already live here. The bad part about that is that owning your slice of paradise is going to become a lot more expensive as time goes by.
@ The mall development will make a big difference to traffic and prices
@@JesseFinkBookssurprisingly, the traffic along Jl Danau Tamblingan (main road in Sanur) hasn't impacted the traffic situation significantly. Generally on Sundays is the busiest, because Sunday is known as Hari Keluarga (Family Day), so lots of locals head to the beach and like to be seen swanning around ICON Bali 😅
Not sure ICON is the cause of price increases. I like to eat at local warungs and especially Pasar Sindu (Sindu Night Markets). Brekkie costs me Rp10.000 (~AUD1), dinner Rp15.000 to Rp30.000 (~AUD1.50 - $3). Those prices haven't changed in a long time. But I guess we'll see. ICON is pretty new and it's currently their official grand opening (soft opening before). Loads of free events there atm. The water/light show at the front is at 6.45pm every night, free to watch. It's awesome too.
Love how this video addressed so many issues that those of us thinking of retiring in Bali would like to know.
Glad to know it’s of use. I should perhaps delve into some of these topics a little more deeply if I have the truthful info ready. For example, I can probably talk at length about how dental works here, but not so confident about general medical aside from hospital visits.
@ I am keen to know about hospital visits as I think a lot of us are scared of what that would be like. I’ve seen the ambulances and they look pretty scary!
Yeah I really need to think about this. The hospitals in Indonesia are generally very well equipped and staffed and a lot of people do praise how well they were treated. I should probably try and delve into this a little more, but I'm not sure what angle to take because I can't go to a hospital and show you what it's like... I can probably talk more in general terms and perhaps give some options for insurance coverage.
If you're willing to pay for good care in Indonesia, you can get it. It basically means you need to be insured or be willing to stump up large amounts of cash in advance to get good treatment.
A lot of wealthier Indonesians themselves will choose a hybrid model of getting preventative checkups and procedures done in Singapore or Malaysia while relying on local services for other things such as basic treatment or emergency care that is too urgent for a flight overseas.
I'll look into it further and see if I'm confident enough to speak about it in a video later.
A useful, honest, and concise account of an ex-pats year in Sanur. Thanks Adam.
Thanks! I'm glad you found it helpful.
You brought up some really great points Adam. I enjoyed hearing your comments on various topics which will no doubt assist people who are considering a move to Bali.
Thanks! Hopefully it's a good starting point for anyone considering moving here.
Hi Adam, just want to say that was one of the best vlogs we've watched. Can see you love living in Sanur, thanks again for all your information on living there, cheers Denise and Wayne
Cheers Denise and Wayne, glad you enjoyed it.
Great advice, we bought a leasehold 10 years ago and spend approx 6 months in Bali (Sanur) a year and some great advice we received back in the day was avoid the expat scene altogether 😂 so we have a few trusted friends and a good routine - love it ❤
Wow, really interesting about the expat thing 10 years ago.
Yeah, true. Sadly some expats, groups of expats, can be very 'clicky'. Newcomers are not always welcomed into the group.
I'm in a few women's groups here: Sanur Women's Book Club; Senang Writing Club; A women's group called Bali Anecdotes - a mix of locals, westerners & expats. I try to keep up to date with events that interest me, usually the freebies, ha ha. Not really keen on sitting around chatting with a bunch of whinging, judgemental expats. Soz, that's been my experience. Of course not everyone is like that.
I've always maintained that I feel closer to God in Bali, so praying down at the beach at say 3am in the morning, if beckoned, is something else that brings great peace to me.
Obligatory sunrises and/or sunsets of course, when there's no cloud cover.
I'm not full-time here yet, but it may happen. Probably a bit later than initially planned for early next year. For reasons that are best not said online 😅
Glad you've found those groups. I think they're a good social outlet
Great video mate. I really enjoyed watching it and the content was very interesting. I am considering moving to Sanur and you help with the basic concepts of daily life. Thanks and keep up the good work!
Thanks, glad you found it helpful!
A very sensible, level headed video. A must see for anyone contemplating a life in Bali. Well done.👏
Thanks Stephen!
Thank you so much. A very realistic and thoughtful video. We choose to spend 3 months of the year there and it suits our age and family commitments. We too feel like its home and certainly tap into the stress free feeling and culture.
You have been realistic and accurate in your summation. Thanks again ( Paul from Crescent Head).
Thanks Paul! I'm glad you've found a great balance for you and your family in Bali. See you next time down at Bare Bottle.
That's what I would do if I could get someone to take my doggy for 3 months every year. I think 9 months in Australia and 3 months in Indonesia or SE Asia would be perfect. We spent 3 months in Vietnam and we were sad to leave.
@steveth1000 have you looked into Housesitting? It’s basically getting someone to look after your pets while you’re away and in return the person gets to live rent free in a place that might be somewhere different to what they’d normally choose.
Another great informative and honest video... keep it up, well done.
Much appreciated!
Another terrific video Adam. So much information.
I’m in Sanur and met you and Susan at Karang Beach while sheltering from a heavy downpour a couple of days ago. Thanks for the chat. Jan.
Cheers Jan! It was great to meet you too.
Been living here for 23 years - loving it still.
Good to hear from a long time resident!
Great video Adam - very interesting & informative. What a lovely life you have made in the Island of the Gods. 🤩
Thanks Cheryl. Always appreciate your feedback.
Hi Adam,great vlog my friend,very honest and truthful,this information break down will give alot of helpful hints,I'm a very frequent tourist in Bali,we actually got married in Bali in 2004,so Bali means alot to us,we will be living there for 6months of the year very soon,thanks again Adam.
That’s awesome! It’s great to hear how much Bali means to you.
Hey mate my partner and myself really enjoy your video’s and think your Sanur Sessions videos are a stroke of genius. Keep keeping it real and you will keep and grow your channel. Merry Xmas and Happy New Year and if we see you on our travels to Sanur over Xmas and the New Year we will say hello.
Good one! Thanks for the kind words and merry christmas to you too.
Thanks as usual for an interesting and thoughtful video. The considerations on whether to move to Bali, are spot on. I am glad you included thinking about your daily routine which can be overlooked amongst the excitement of deciding to move. I recently retired and it is always the one piece of advice I give to others considering retirement. Without an interest or hobby you may begin to feel lost. Like you I am never bored.
Thanks, I’m glad you found the routine part valuable - it’s a big deal!
I agree, I have lots of hobbies but my wife doesn't and she went back to work for a couple of years, now is lost again in retirement. You definitely need hobbies wherever you retire to and friends.
Nice work! this was so good, i live in Sanur and i think you nailed it.
Would be really cool to see a short video tour of your house and neiborhood.
Iook forward to see you on beach walk
Cheers
Thanks! Really appreciate the feedback from a Sanur local. I have done a video on my house before here -> th-cam.com/video/pdsp1om4_Hk/w-d-xo.htmlsi=aWMrNFsHhBctwnD1
Good insights thanks Adam
No worries!
As a regular visitor to Bali this info is spot on, so very valuable to any visitor or those thinking of moving over. Well done!
Appreciate the feedback, I'm happy you found it useful!
Another great video thanks for taking the time making them.
My pleasure!
How refreshing and honest BRAVO
Thanks!
Hi actually surprised we haven’t run into each other, we share very similar stories. I’m a British expat my wife is from East Java, been in Indonesia 10 years owned my Sanur 10 years and split my time between here and East Java. I can relate to everything you’ve said and you’re correct in every aspect it took me two years to really feel like home, and as you said initially said I thought I would return to the UK in my Twilight years but having experienced the local healthcare now it’s improved somewhat and I think I will probably live out my days here. I don’t really do the expat thing and 90% of my friends are Indonesians as I joined several bike clubs when I first moved here to keep my life interesting and as a result, I’ve seen most of Indonesia motorcycle touring. Keep up the videos.
Yeah some of the stuff I was talking about in the video might sound like I’m trying to say I’m better than other people etc, but I know it would resonate with people who are situations like us.
We kind of view Bali as just another place in Indonesia rather than the be all and end all. I think that experience in Java is incredibly helpful in allowing us to understand how things should be, when we’re getting taken advantage of and that sort of stuff.
Glad that you found the video!
Couple in the background needs an Academy Award.
Hahah. It’s a bit like that. What do you think’s going on?
@SanurDiaries two minutes of fame, spotted you recording and acted out haha.
@beanster3748 ah that was you! Everyone in the comments thinks you’re a wife basher 🤣
@SanurDiaries wasn't me just an observation from watching your vlog! Passport can conform that also lol
Thought provoking, honest and insightful. Thanks for your input Adam.
Thanks Lynne!
Great work mate love your videos @@SanurDiaries
awesome...great info and very informative..cheers mate!
A pleasure!
Thanks for those awesome videos ..keep em coming 🎉
Thanks, glad you're enjoying them!
Good intel, thanks Adam and solid reality check on what we need to consider to keep the “living in Bali dream” alive and enjoyable. Appreciate your take
Thanks George!
Another great insight into the day to workings. Cheers mate 👌👍
No worries!
Thankyou...Senur sounds perfect ..
You're welcome! It's a great place to live.
The longer I live in Sydney the more appealing moving to Sanur is looking
Hahah. A lot of people have been saying that lately. If you don’t own your own house already, Sanur looks like a good option. If you already own property in Australia, Sanur looks to be an even better option.
thx for the vid and the perspective on things. I think they are good questions to ask yourself if you go any where
Yeah for sure.
I enjoyed that, we are in our 4th year of living in Sanur and you nailed most things. Obviously there is a lot of change much of with isn't great.
Yeah, there are a lot of things that I’m not a fan of. I’m ok with this not being my forever home, but I’m still invested in it.
I'm lucky in some regards in that I live in Bali 2-4 months of the yr usually by extending my VOA. I still come home & work, I do humanitarian work in Indonesia thru a service club here in Australia. I've made some incredible local friends there that I can also stay with, & I also stay at various accomodation in Ubud, Legian , Tabanan that I can take as a mid term rental if I need to . I've got 2 great drivers I use, & also use BlueBird Taxis occasionally as well. Bali can be a challenge but adapting to those changes is neither too hard or 2 difficult , I don't mind the fact that it's completely different to Australia. I also only usually eat Indonesian food with an occasional western meal chucked in . Never been sick from the food, ice etc. Always found it relatively easy to get any medication for illness such as antibiotics etc if or when needed. I'm aiming on spending more time in Bali, mainly doing humanitarian work. 8 months a yr there, the rest in Aus would be a pretty decent retirement plan. If it all works out. But so far, it's all worked well
Yeah I think easing yourself into things is a good way to handle it. When I first arrived in Indonesia to live, I just up and moved to Java and it was tough going. Having the hybrid arrangement can really help with the adaptation that I think is critical to thriving here (rather than just simply existing)
Hello, I am very interested on your post here. I am interested in VOA. How do you go about extending it? Also, is a VOA for 30 days? Leave to Singapore, for example, then return to Bali? Also, do you do humanitarian work in Bali? I am interested in international development. Thank you.
Great video found kamboja homestay and warung kecil through sanur diaries thanks
Awesome to hear, glad they are helping!
I plan to stay there next trip
Great, informative video. Thanks Adam.
No worries. Glad you like it.
Thanks Adam for your personal review of your year living in Sanur. We considered it a few years back but with 70 around the corner, I don’t feel confident about the transition from Bris Vegas to Bali. We’re too spoilt here with our our very comfortable life. Cheers.
Yeah it’s certainly a big decision especially if you’re already loving your current living arrangements. If I had unlimited money, I’d probably do a mix of Bali, Australia and somewhere else in the world all equally split. Fly between them with fully furnished accommodation waiting for me when I arrived. As it stands, it’s difficult for me to live the life I want in Australia which is sad really.
@@SanurDiaries nice dream, me too !
Happy Bali Birthday, Adam and Susan 🎉
Thanks! It's been a hell of a year! (in a good way)
Thanks for the vid, nice job. I totally agree with you regarding Sanur. I consider it an Indonesian version of Port Douglas in far north Queensland. Not a party place but very livable & strategic for getting to denpasar, airport, east Bali. Great kite surfing, surfing, cycling etc. I wish Indonesian visa arrangements were as relaxed & affordable as Thailand!
Yeah visas can be a bit of a problem.
4:50 what the hell is going on with those two in the background 👀?
I wondered the same thing! 😂
Not sure, but I think they may have played up to the camera. Quite often people like to point and laugh and do silly things in the background of videos... Sometimes they make the cut, sometimes they don't. 🤣
Lots of people do thumbs ups, waves... that sort of thing.
Looks more like domestic violence…not playing up for the camera!
@Nikki-m7p yeah I rewatched it. I saw it when I was filming and assumed it was another person playing up to the camera as they often do. But on rewatching, it doesn’t look so playful.
First time post from Perth…Thx Adam you have good insight to Bali life… daily routine is essential I agree…
Cheers, it’s definitely an important thing to get right for a good life in Bali.
Nice video mate very informative thanks from Perth
No worries!
Great video! I'd love to see The Chronicles of your land/ property purchase process. It would also be great to see how you workout the protections for yourself based on recouping any investment if anything were to happen with your spouse aka the landowner. I'm married to an Indonesian and our plans for retirement are very closely tied to Bali and we would have to go through similar steps.
I’ve been actively viewing land and properties in recent weeks and I probably should do a better job of documenting that… perhaps with the videos posting some weeks down the track so the outcome is already known rather than me endlessly filming dud properties.
The legalities of owning land here are rough when it comes to foreigners and I do have some knowledge on the situation, but it’s complicated and leaves the foreigner exposed.
I probably don’t want to talk about it too much because from what I’ve read, it’s quite technical. Also from what I’ve read, people tend to have different opinions on what your options are and I don’t want to get into that minefield.
But thanks for the tips of what I should focus on. You’re right. I need to do more on this serious stuff as it’s what people are thinking about.
@@SanurDiariesbe super cautious, due diligence, as they say. One plot of land that I went out to look at had promise. To buy, (yeah I know, I get loads of lectures about buying), 2 are for 1,3 miliar. Had an existing building on it, but they said they didn't have the key. It was apparently a "fire sale" by the bank, mortgage default. Anyway, due diligence discovered that the certificate for the land I received, was NOT the certificate for that particular piece of land! The agent was very embarrassed. I think that was the night my Balinese husband walked out on me! 😲 😂 Long, long story about that, oh my. I'm good though 👍
Great video, interesting points especially in regards to health.
Yeah it’s something I need to do a bit more work on. The information around this is still not clear in my head.
I thoroughly enjoyed that Adam and you personal insight to life in the island of the Gods. Was even talking to wife at dinner tonight about living 6mths in Bali - April-Oct
That sounds like a great plan, April-Oct is a really good time of year to be in Bali.
Bali is the the low end of destinations to travel in Indonesia. I can't believe it's so popular to be honest.
Lots of incredible places across the archipelago and many not too far from Bali.
Would be great to see Flores gain more popularity for example. Perhaps need more direct international flights to such places.
The korean guy's name is 세영. Haha. As I am not an English native, I can't fully understand what you said but thank you very much for your good influence.
haha Thanks! He also said he likes Son Heung-Min who I also admire.
Very nice to hear your perspective🙏
Thanks!
Enjoyed you video. It made me think. You make some great points about “real expat life” especially as it relates to aging. I’m 60 and am very interested in either retiring in Bali or having it as part of my retirement, but the issues of healthcare quality are a major concern for me. I’m trying to be realistic and think long term.
Yes. The issue of healthcare has come up a lot in the comments. It seems there are people who don’t think too much about it and are happy with the local system (for which you can buy insurance). And then there are the people who want the very best and worry what would happen as their health fails.
There are solutions in any case it’s something that I really should do some more research into. The problem is it’s difficult to go filming around a hospital to show what it’s like. The ones I have been in in Indonesia have looked to be world class. Clean, modern, brightly lit. Quality of care pretty good, but complex cases can be hit and miss.
Great vid Adam, I would like to stay for a few months but I would like to stay in budged good accommodation like you have showed on your previous vids, maybe spend a bit more for a living area.
Hope to catch up with you early in the new year if your keen.
Cheers
Mark WA
Cheers Mark, maybe we can grab a coffee or a beer early next year!
@@SanurDiaries Sounds great 🍻👍
Thanks for a terrific informative video
No worries! Glad you enjoyed it.
Adam ..you did a good job.ive been coming to for
Sanur for half a century on & off .
I'm not expecting anything
So I never get disappointed
Less complicated than planet Oz ..
That’s a great attitude!
Hey Adam, thank you for sharing your journey. Great information, thanks for keeping it real 😊
I have a question, is there somewhere I can private message you please? 🙏
No worries. Contact me at sanurdiaries@gmail.com
Thank you ❤ I am 68, definitely thinking about the what ifs of older age.
Yeah it’s something that requires additional thought when in a country that operates differently to what you’re used to. I probably should delve deeper into some of the points I raised in the video.
I think you need to ask yourself 2 questions.
Can you be so far away from your Grandchildren while they are so young and do you have an ongoing medical condition that requires you to need Medicare benefits. Eg, Diabetes, Blood pressure, heart ECT.
@@steveth1000 I don’t have kids and have no health issues.
Mate, this is seriously good content. Very easy to follow and engaging…. Well done and thank you. We will be in Sanur from Christmas Day. We hope we see you around the place…. Dave and Sarah
Thanks for the kind words. Maybe we'll bump into each other!
Hello, it's me again and another OOT question... 😁
The Painting that you used at 3:28 and beyond ... can I ask what the name of that painting and, perhaps, the Painter also ? TIA ☺
It’s actually a computer generated image. I had a concept in mind and a specific style and that’s what I came up with.
@@SanurDiaries in that case, allow me to give you my highest appreciation. At the first glance, I thought that Sanur Style Painting have a new kind of 'branch'. 😀
Your concept and Art Skill really stunning 🤩
"The Obligation is always on me (foreigner) to adapt to Indonesian (Locals) Life, Rather than Indonesian adapting to my way of life."
I think this is the crucial way of thinking, for everybody (including me if i live in other countries as foreigner) to try to adapt
to the locals way of life.
Many foreigners don't think this way, they rather forced the locals to understand them and change the habit, since he/she live in the neiborghood.
Thank you for the message, love your video
Don’t worry. We Aussies impose this philosophy on foreigners in Australia. Of it should be imposed on us as well. You need to adapt to the place you move to. Even within your own country!
@@SanurDiaries agree
Hit the nail on the head. Gotta be able to ride a motorbike. I'm in Pattaya Thailand. Many years. I own a truck for travelling around. Own a few condo. Gotta ride my motorbike.. I enjoy it.
Yeah I love getting out on the bike as well. Just freedom.
Do 3 wheeled trykes exist to purchase? Im older & dont need a bone breaking accident,:)
@Mayfitz I've never seen one around the traps here in Sanur. I'm in Sindu. I do see mobility scooters here though. Not sure if that would be something you'd consider.
I’ve seen custom made ones… I reckon someone could make one for you.
Interested to know how you find the trash in the sea or beaches? I’ve noticed it quite out of control in the rainy season and no good control of municipal waste.
Yeah it’s actually a really big problem. And it’s not just a matter of rubbish being dumped in the rivers (which it is), but it’s also a problem of the main tip not having enough capacity and no solutions being found yet.
There are regular rubbish collections in Sanur which you pay for, but too many people are willing to leave piles of rubbish around the place for it to be controlled properly. This is one of the really difficult things to adapt to… you don’t want to compromise on what’s important to you (a clean environment), but you also don’t want to be a big mouth telling people what they should do when you’re a visitor.
I try to just accept it and keep the areas clean around me. You’d go crazy if you wanted to fix the entire system.
what a great episode mate.. fantastic , so much info and great aspects of Bali life , my stays in Bali have made me fall in love with the culture and lifestyle , so much so looking to invest in a small holiday villa , and being in perth only 3-4 hours away is great , coming over in the next couple months for a 3 month stay , very excited , might bump inta ya mate :-) once again great vid :-)
Absolutely. Thanks for the kind words.
Where are you thinking investing? Westside or east side?
@@SanurDiaries there's a couple of opportunities just outside ulawatu, amed ,Cemagi, Nyanyi , hence the 3 month stay i want to be able to have a good look around and get a feel for the areas , will have a look at sanur as well , where ever i can find some reasonable prices is always worth a look :-)
Yeah... I really need to broaden my scope as well I think. Sanur is 100% my preference, but I'm feeling more and more like I'm being priced out of the market in recent times.
@@SanurDiaries im the same .and prices are moving fast , i kinda figured id try and make the jump now instead of me always talking about for the past years ha ha. win or fail on the outcome the best i can do is see if i can make it happen , if that makes sense at all haha , a friend purchased a villa about 5 years ago and i kick myself not doing it then , they have done pretty well on it its paid itself off and well into profit now . now's the time :-)
@@3kdsakiyo sounds like a plan! I know someone who has subdivided a bunch of land around Kedungu... Seems to be the direction that all that development is going right up the coast. If you're interested, I can send you a contact.
Best insights. THANKYOU
No worries!
Thoughtful! Appreciate it!
Btw, what camera do you use?
It depends. In this video I used a Sony a6700.
Great video, very informative.
Thanks, I tried to keep it real.
Thanks very much, Sanur Diaries . I was in Sanur recently and loved it. A visa on arrival is 30 days? I would like to live in Bali for about six months of the year then Australia for six months of the year over the next few years. Briefly, how could I go about it in terms of immigration requirements? Thank you
Hi James. The immigration system in Indonesia allows for longer stays but requires the correct visa to do so. The problem is that it requires an expert to explain what the best approach for you is. I recommend seeing a visa agent based in Bali who will be able to explain what your options are.
VOA is fine for 30 days plus a 30 extension online. So you can easily get 60 days electronically. But it won’t do for longer than 60 days and the authorities are strict about needing the correct documents. It’s best to see an expert as I said above.
@@SanurDiaries Thanks very much for our reply.
That was great. I’m 62 and will probably retire in three years and get the most out of my super. I’m just not sure if I could live there permanently but if I did it would be in Sanur for sure because I’ve stayed there and know it and enjoy the quiet life. I guess you get used to the heat as well.
Yeah you’re right about the quieter life. The heat is something you need to work around especially in the wet season when the humidity is a killer.
Bali living isn’t for everyone especially if you have a really strong social/family scene back at home.
You NEVER get used the heat and humidity. I lived in Darwin for 5 years, it is energy sapping, I retired in country NSW as I like 4 seasons. It's great advice to go rent with a 12 months lease first before committing long term overseas.
Is good medical here. Just as good as australia. As a.permanent resident you can get BPJS insurance 180rb ($18aud) a.month VIP cover. I had a heart attack a few years ago got full medical & medicine. Private hospital room . And still see a heart specialist free monthly.
Yeah, BPJS is a great initiative by the Indonesian government, especially for those of us who are entitled to enrol in it.
@@SanurDiaries the law changed didn’t it ? no longer available to new retirement visas ?
I have heard that, but because I’m not in Indonesia on one of those visas, I’m not really across all of the details.
@@briechilli4496 can not on a kitas its just a temporary visa, need a KITAP permanent visa
@@briechilli4496yes, that is correct. Still available to expats already using it, with a cut-off period. Rules keep changing, it's hard to keep up with the latest, but I try 😅
Thanks Adam, excellent advice 👏
My pleasure!
Ok so Sanur is a great place to live. Whats the 2nd best place that has convenience, peace and quiet, natural beauty, affordable housing and near the beach? I want to try these places out soon. Cheers from Sydney
There are plenty of places like this. I wouldn’t say that Sanur has affordable housing these days like it used to. I think Thailand or Vietnam are much more budget friendly.
Thank you Gary well done
Thanks!
Hi Adam, just sadly learnt that 12 businesses between La Playa and Intercontinental have closed. Devastating news. How do you think this will affect a stay at the Hyatt? Looking for your knowledge to calm out concerns. Other beachside dining options too as this was the most amazing dining area. Thanks heaps
Yeah it was the best dining area at the beach in my opinion and it’s now gone. Completely gone, not one business remaining.
From the Hyatt, there aren’t many options available on the beach anymore that are within maybe 1km. I can only think of La Playa (most of the restaurant collapsed into the ocean), sea grass and Lemo. In the other direction there is practically zero.
You’ll need to head onto the main road for most of your meals now. In fact, the entire beachfront path is devoid of eating options pretty much all the way to Sindhu now.
Maybe some of the warungs near the Puri Santrian will get more customers now and start opening longer hours, but I doubt it.
I guess we’ll just have to wait to see what replaces those beachside restaurants…
@@SanurDiariesThanks for your thoughts. I guess we'll need to get a bit more exercise and walk past the expected construction down to the Warungs further South or like you say onto the road. A sad day, especially for the workers and local businesses. I hope noise and construction won't affect the Hyatt.
It’s pretty far from Hyatt so it should be ok. Some of those businesses will reopen elsewhere and some of them nearby (such as Lilla Pantai), but it will never be the same again. The only hope is that the owner of the property does something really fantastic with that beachfront land that is attractive to all visitors to Sanur, not just those staying at the hotel that is allegedly going to be built there.
Great video: one thing to elaborate on is the health situation. If you are married to an Indonesian you can get BPJS access which is the national health system. I would use it primarily for an emergency situation such as a heart attack as this treatment and hospital costs would be covered. For non emergency services I can make an appointment directly with a specialist same date at a consultation cost of 300,000. There are 6 hospitals within 20 minutes here in Batam. If I returned to UK to live the NHS is in dire straights. I will take my chances in Indonesia. 🙏🙏
Yeah you’re right, I do need to elaborate on how healthcare works in Indonesia. The main issue I have is that it’s different for everyone and my experience is going to be different to everyone else’s. That aside, it’s a really important topic for most so I’ll have to think about what approach would be best to explain it.
@ maybe for those that are married to Indonesians let them know they can sign up for BPJS 🙏🙏
Great video Adam. Moving to another country requires a lot of careful consideration, especially if you are getting on and already have health issues. Good luck to those who do and it works for them. I think I will have to be satisfied with several weeks at a time ;-)
Yeah, you're right. It's definitely a decision you need to be comfortable with especially if you have health concerns.
@@SanurDiariesOf interest, the BPJS is no longer available to expats. They've allowed it to continue for those expats currently using the Indo government's health insurance scheme (from around $15/month) but there is a cut-off time, dependant on visa type and length. So those with any major health issues will need to pay for private health insurance and that can be a deal breaker for some.
What do you do for income over there?
I plan to retire in Bali at 59, and just die there. If I need a special procedure in Australia, I'll go back, but I'll be happier to hospice in Bali.
I still do bits of work in Australia as I'm needed. So does Susan... That's kind of how we support ourselves.
Your view of running down the rest of your life in Indonesia is a pretty common one... Not everyone is comfortable with that approach, but it's certainly something to consider.
American English is the most understandable form of English, I find. I like to perform small experiments, and this is the fact that I've personally gathered.
Bali is a paradise in general. Bureaucracy is quite simple, cheap and accessible for most. I just wish the officials would pay more attention to the environmental cleanliness, public transport, and a few more things to keep this place a paradise.
100% agree. I think in every country in the world, we want our governments to do better. Hopefully as time goes by the government in Bali can prioritise the people who live here and as you say, keep this place a paradise.
Hi Adam, great video, many thanks. On the subject of cafes, I only visit if specifically meeting people. I find the coffee overpriced in most places. I live on a budget and the price of a coffee amounts to more than a meal in a local warung! Secondly, the best coffee I have ever tasted is available in a supermarket here and I make it at home. Much better than any coffee I have had in a cafe in Sanur. Not cheap, but still a fraction of the price of a cafe. Cheers, Noel
Yeah this is good additional info for anyone looking to move here. For me coffee at a cafe is part of my daily routine but I could easily change that to what you’re doing as well. There’s a bit of a ritual to making your own coffee which I love (even though to non-coffee lovers that is going to sound ridiculous 🤣).
This is the great thing about Bali. There is something for everyone at all budget levels. Although a lot of people are saying Bali is expensive now, I agree that it can be - but only if you choose for it to be expensive. The cheap options are still available just as they always have been. It’s just that the more expensive options have become the preference of many people…
So yep, love your take on the coffee situation. Perfectly highlights a broader issue of having a budget, sticking to it and finding your own slice of paradise.
Same for me. I love Kopi Bali dengan gula. One cup made myself in the morning and I'm bouncing! 😂 I drank way too many cups one day and was awake for 24 hours straight! 😂
Great video Adam.
Thanks Rach!
i'm an aussie, single, considering a long term trip in bali, what is easiest way to extend a tourist visa, also meeting the locals?
Extending a tourist visa is done online. You can also do visa runs after that runs out or choose to get a more long term visa by visiting the immigration office and seeing what your options are. If you’re getting really serious, a visa agent can handle everything and make sure your stay is legal.
@@SanurDiaries thank you mate
No worries. Good luck with it all. Once you figure out your visa, you’ll be right.
Did the same thing from Jan 2023 - Jan 2024 and now back in Australia because I realised the window of my dream of living in uber cool Bali had passed probably 10 years ago. But I did discover how Kuta Lombok is now that place I desired. But wont be long until this paradise is lost too with over development already started
Yeah it’s something that a few people have been saying in response to this video. It was probably something they needed to do 10-15 years ago… health issues seem to be the big one, but also finances can come into play as well.
I suppose it can’t work out for everyone. Good tip on Kuta Lombok!
Appreciate thanks for amazing content
Cheers! 🙌
Great video, thank you. Did any one else notice the people having a barney in the back ground during the socialising point?
No worries. I think other people did see that barney.
Great video 🙏
Thanks Claire 🙏
Matey😁 love the rant , less stress than the West for sure
Yeah gotta agree with that!
Thank you for sharing 👍
No problem 👍
Very interesting thank-you!
Cheers!
It is possible to use a bicycle in Sanur for transportation?
Yes it certainly is possible.
Great info
Thanks! I hope it gives you a good insight.
Love the videos
Thanks!
what about the Dengue and Malaria when you live there?
Fair question. There is no Malaria and Dengue is only a problem if you have a mosquito problem. If I see a mosquito, I make sure I kill it. In my place I don’t have too many, so it not a big deal. But in a previous place I lived I used mosquito coils if things got bad.
If things get really bad, you can also fog your house and the immediate surrounds to keep numbers down. I actually don’t think it’s as big a deal as it’s made out to be, but you can’t be complacent either.
Great advice.
Thanks!
l have stayed in Bali since 1993 I was in Bali as a tourist in 1985 building 4 houses sold them und you can own your land but the certificate is downgraded. Im now 76 years old my home is in Gepokan a village between Ubud and Ginyar. Before staying in Nusa Dua,Jimbran Buket, Sanur, and Ubud, health care has improved a lot since 1993 I was 3 times in a Hospital and was never disappointed. As I have worked before in 20 countries I'm used to adapting and being flexible.Own a car and yes the traffic increased but at the right time is less.Never planed to make my home in Bali It just happend no regrets! You passed Prama Bar wich I opened as a consultant.
Thanks for your input Roland. I really appreciate it. I’m quite sure I met you briefly in Lamak about 20 years ago when I was on holiday. I was a frequent visitor to Warung Enak, one of my favourite restaurants in Bali of all time because of the incredible Made Mijaya fitout and of course the incredible food.
It was Warung Enak that really got me interested in food from around Indonesia.
@@SanurDiaries Great that you remeber !