How can I look good in Bali?

Top style tips for Bali
  • When deciding what to wear in Bali, remember it is a tropical country, so dress is generally informal.
  • Shorts and t-shirts are great for resorts and tourist hot spots. ...
  • Pack at least one long-sleeved shirt for protection from the sun, the mosquitos and unwanted stares.




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DO Dress Modestly. As tempting as it is to bare as much as you dare in a hot and sunny locale, Balinese culture discourages immodest displays of skin from both men and women. This isn't so much of an issue in the tourist throngs of Kuta or Seminyak Beach.

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Choose colors that will reflect the light of the sun; white is a staple and you can never go wrong with it. Wearing tank tops can alleviate the heat with the sun beating down on Bali during daytime. Prioritize comfortable blouses that will allow you to mix and match different looks during your stay.

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As a mainly Hindu province, Bali follows a strict dress code. However, it is acceptable to wear bikinis and other swimwear at beaches. Tank tops and sleeveless toppers too are a standard clothing option. But when you go to social spaces and temples, you might want to wear dresses that go below the knee.

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Women and men should wear shirts that cover their shoulders and upper arms, and are expected to wear a sarong, or scarf, when entering a temple.

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Colors for Balinese
Dark colors like brown, purple, or red are usually used in special occasion like weddings or local events. Black, as in most of people know, are used at funeral. You will find some people using black clothes when visiting temples, they are called Pecalang.

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How can you avoid Bali Belly?
  1. Make sure all meat and seafood is thoroughly cooked (not raw or rare)
  2. Avoid the following foods while travelling: Sushi. Unpasteurised dairy products milk/cheese/ice cream. ...
  3. Water: Don't drink tap water. Don't use tap water to brush your teeth. ...
  4. Hygiene: Wash your hands after using the toilet.


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Bali does not have any particular dress-code mandate on tourists. You can wear anything comfortable, though summer lothes would be more suitable in the tropical weather of Bali. Remember to carry rain clothes if you're planning on traveling during rainy months, and hiking clothes and shoes if needed.

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Except for lovers holding hands, which the Balinese do openly, romantic gestures or emotions are rarely displayed in public. This, however, is not done in most parts of Indonesia or in villages. Lovers do not kiss in public, and visitors should respect the Balinese' aversion to such intimate gestures.

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To avoid being a victim of pickpocketing in Bali, make sure you don't wear flashy jewelry or hold on to valuable items that make you stand out as a valuable target. Keep your bag close to you and don't leave it unattended and exercise caution when in crowded areas.

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So, to show something using one's feet is, for example, regarded as an insult. The left hand is regarded as “dirty”. Usually, people give and receive either with the right hand or with both hands, while the left hand is kept slightly behind the right hand, without touching the other person.

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Yes, Bali belly happens. But NO it does not happen to everyone, and YES you can easily prevent it happening to you by preventing and being prepared to fight any indigestion/stomach issues that come up while traveling!

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More often than not, either you or someone in your group is likely to come down with Bali Belly at some stage throughout your trip. There are many types of bacteria that can cause Bali Belly, more formally known as gastroenteritis. The most common causes are poor food and water hygiene.

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Do dress appropriately. Unless you are on a beach, you should not walk around town shirtless (if you are a man) or in your bikini tops (if you are a woman). Yes, it's hot in Bali, but as an island that is predominantly Hindu, the local custom is conservative.

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