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Is it worth going to Bali for 1 week?

With one week in Bali, you have just enough time to visit the highlights, day trip out to Nusa Penida island, explore Ubud, visit a few temples, and go surfing at one of many spectacular beaches on the island.



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When planning a trip to Bali, I recommend planning to spend at least 5 days in Bali. However, 10 days to 2 weeks would ultimately be best, allowing you to explore everything the island offers. You can also go for as little as 3 days, but you can only visit one location. Bali is the perfect honeymoon destination.

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Overall, budget travelers can expect to spend around $30-$50 per day in Bali, while mid-range travelers can expect to spend around $50-$100 per day. Luxury travelers can expect to spend several hundred dollars per day.

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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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The best time to visit Bali is between April and October, the island's dry season. Although the weather is ideal for travellers, the island is also subject to soupy, humid days throughout the year. Many shops offer sales and promotions; restaurants are less crowded in those mid-season months.

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Bali vs Thailand: Travel Safety Both Bali and Thailand are safe places to travel, with little violent crime. I have traveled to both countries by myself and feel that any solo female traveler can feel safe on the streets.

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Many expats opt to live in Bali because of its warm climate, friendly locals, stunning beaches, and affordability. However, island living isn't for everyone as loneliness can creep in. Other drawbacks include the lack of a public transport system and poor scooter safety standards.

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If you prefer being able to travel around a destination quickly and “see it all,” then you might enjoy Bali more. If you're looking for a destination that offers a range of different cities—each full of its own sub-culture, activities, and climates—then Thailand is an ideal choice.

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Bali offers more hotel choices than Phuket does. If you're a surfer, Bali is your choice for its collection of world-class breaks. On the other hand, Phuket's beaches are more scenic and laidback, great for those preferring island beach escapades with a mix of water sports and just lazing on the sand.

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Contaminated water Next to food, contaminated water is one of the most common causes of Bali Belly. Tap water in Indonesia is inconsistent in quality, so it's recommended that all travellers stick to bottled water. To reduce your risks of ingesting contaminated water, avoid: Ice in your drinks.

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To reduce your risks, we recommend not eating these foods in Bali:
  • Food from street vendors - eat at hotels and reputable restaurants.
  • Leafy green vegetables and salads - they could be contaminated after being washed with tap water.
  • Rare or undercooked meats. ...
  • Seafood.
  • Chicken particularly if it's not fully cooked.


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The tap water in Bali isn't recommended for drinking, so avoid it and stick to sealed bottled water. That includes steering clear of more than you might think, including ice in drinks, brushing your teeth with tap water, ingesting water in the shower, and food that has been washed in tap water.

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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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Bali is the largest of 17,508 islands that make up Indonesia and the Indonesian Rupiah is the only currency accepted in all of them. However, as Bali receives a lot of tourists on vacation Australian Dollars (AUD), American Dollars (USD) and Euros (EUR) are sometimes accepted and can be exchanged for IDR on the island.

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Most Balinese speak at some English
English is the common “third” language (after Indonesian and Balinese) and the most popular foreign language by far. A lot of Balinese speak a level of English that allows them to communicate with tourists on a basic level.

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The average cost of a trip to Bali is around $3000 USD for two people for two weeks. This budget includes flights, accommodation, food, activities, and transport within Bali. Of course, this is just an estimate and your actual costs may be higher or lower depending on your specific travel plans.

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