=f PASSPORT HEAVYE a FI am a oH 14 A % Ea 4 4 =ye Attracting over one million visitors yearly, Bali is one of Asia's mast desirable destinations. One of the smaller islands in the Indonesian Archipela- Pome eee een ee eu eee CRU Rett nel a scree ees eee ce o-hia ohne Es) UMC anCeRelt LAF Feet et -aater Mena aceite ela Sen tse surf, Bali is also home to volcanoes, electric Ree Rice oe TRS eee Ree falls, and gorgeous temples and cultural sites With a large population of expats - mostly surfers and digital nomads looking for a chill place eae seeer Rees aa acne Dem SSE See CN eee Eee ER Bae The weather is tropical and humid, with May being the hottest month (around 28° C) and January being, Deca en Se see VE Petree Nigra cae ea ee Regs Een Caan Ea ae se eee ee heel gna ee RSLS) SUMSHow to get there There is only one airport on the island. Ngurah Rai International Airport (sometimes referred to internationally as Denpensar) serves several airlines from all over Asia, Australia and Europe. Ifyou have not hired a driver beforehand (most hotels and villas will offer to arrange this for you), you can take a taxi. A taxi from the airport into Canggu or Uluwatu will run about 135,000 rupiah. Uber is available on the island, but be careful here. Many of the local drivers don't want Uber in Bali, so there are areas where it will not be tolerated.Pt Once you're there First and foremost, let's talk about some basics of Indonesia culture and religion. Era ui anu aC ee teem eure ell ee Seu prey ane an Oa ei nego ioe ea the utmost respect, no matter what you're up to while traveling, but there are some things you need to know specifically when visiting temples or interacting with locals. Modesty We know there's an ocean nearby. It’s Sat om ae eae oa Sela an aN Ma cme CR Ca Roe Uma sy eC a Ean og Bel ewan aes eRe gout cer at ro a See ec ea Cog Sea aCe ae an er eae te Be mei Cum Conca) re) Lo lai R RNC a Pointing RS UCR ate ie So Pa ann aie cae Pen eu Rae ae Cun en iota Cnr A ge ase Peseta rk eu R Rc on / eet ekeol pee ec elle) TOC en RR oie MC eae RON Cae mae) visiting religious sites in Bali, First off, if it's not somewhat obvious, but do not walk in front of praying Balinese and never ea eae ete oes here's one you may not know: sorry ladies, Tae eCam Ta TT eat ae oer a earlier and you have a bleeding wound - no Pe ee cot eas OM ueaeen Roi aaeen mec EEO i eg RUT CORN ES Re cue Ra Rage ces Saeco ica BALL roEM ua @Getting around Motorbikes Motorbikes are the best way to explore Bal Traffic may seem slightly intimidating, but go w and be aware, and youll get used to it € are rental shops all over, and your hotel or guesthouse may even be able to assist you Bike prices typically run between 30,000-60,000 rupiah per day, and don't be afraid to negotiate. Don't forget your helmet! Safety Bali is generally very safe, People seem to look out for each other here. However, one thing to keep in mind is to be aware of your bag while you're riding a scooter. Backpacks and crossbody bags are the best option, but if you have a larger shoulder bag, we recommend placing it between your feet at the front of your bike. Just like any country youte visiting, avoid walking alone after dark and be aware of your surroundings yy -www-passporthéavy.com, (©PassportHeavy 2017 Uber/Go-Jek As stated earlier, Uber is an option but the local drivers have even been known to get physical with Uber drivers in their areas. Go-Jek offers both car and bike for hire, but with Go-Jek you can also get restaurant food delivery, groceries, or even spa services. Money The local currency in Bali is the Indonesia rupiah, Be prepared for a fat wallet. $1 USD is equivalent to about 13,000 rupiah. You can exchange your money at the airport or in town, and local ATMs will also accept your cardDestinations land. Surfing communities like Car s like Amed and Sanur, and yoga t i Sea y of folks. For this guide, we're Tee nr ea ? NetRunner eC eE tS aeetseana a Dee NeAr meta Tree eu Rue carn ardens filled wit ie~ red ve: fy oa Restaurants (are) Pit Stop Tere t (ea solele) er staring for ie ian Nai eae st al a M i ai s aoe Beach Clubs por Head Beach Club | gre : ma ith er me The Lawn This hip 5 b EM Gilg: Getti ng there Fast boats from Gili T leave from Padang Bai and Sanur Beach typically three to four times a day. When you “= are booking, check the times and locations because weather may affect these details, For example, at time of writing, no boats were leaving from Padang Bait Tickets can include transfer from your hotel to the dock and depending on your location, can cost anywhere between 320,000 rupiah to 580,000 rupiah, You will- spend about 90 minutes on the water between the islands. Nightlife Of the three Gil islands, Gili Tis certainly where youll find the party vibe. When the sun goes down, the shorelines are transformed - chill beach loungers are put away to make space for dinner tables, beach bars and dance floors. The crowds come here to party, so dont be surprised if you here someone casually offer you mushrooms on the street. If you're looking for a quieter night, Gili Air and Gili Meno are better choices. wwww.passportheavy.com “ ‘©PassportHeawy 2017 ateActivities Gili T is small and there are no motorized vehicles. You can easily walk the perimeter, or rent a bicycle or hire a horse cart. We only used the horse carts when we had luggage, however, as we are still looking into the questionable treatment of the animals. It rained nearly the entire time we were there - so make sure you check the weather before booking too long on this small island. When the weather permitted, however, we could be found doing the following: Swing at Exile We walked nearly the complete perimeter of the island to get to Exile, a bar and restaurant on the far end of Gili T. There is a swing and a hammock a few meters into the water, perfect for laying back with a book (as long as no one kicks you out to get a selfie) j i o Roast chicken at Roasthouse Atiny, unassuming restaurant with some of the best roast chicken — just be aware that people know about this place and the chicken may easily sell out. Q ha BBQ at Scalliwags We enjoy eating, can you tell? Scalliwags isn't the cheapest BBQ spot on Gili T, but it may be the best. Ribs, fresh seafood, tasty , sides are all cooked to order and delivered to your table in front of the main beach. a Trust us when we say, Ball is absolutely incredible, | hope this guide can help ead you to some tried and true locations on this beautiful island, and the video makes you drop everything and book your ticket! a ere ry ae — - wa passportheavy.com BALL ©Passporttieay 2017