Bali Travel Guide – The People
The People
Basically they are lovely people and you will enjoy the experience. It is worth noting however that it is a very poor country and the people chase every dollar. In January ‘99 we saw, for the first time, beggars on the streets (mainly at night). We are advised NOT to give to them, as you will encourage more of it. Also, quite frankly, once someone sees you give they will be all over you.
Besides the airport experience, your first contact with the people will be when you walk out of your Hotel and hit the streets. You will be confronted by street hawkers trying to sell you anything from a watch to perfume (UGH!!) to cigarette lighters to bracelets to…anything. This is probably the most difficult area to cope with but we can assure you that it is easy once you understand a few things!
The secret in dealing with the people is confidence. If they see you looking a little timid or unsure, watch out – they’ll get ya!!
Tipping
Tipping in Bali is generally not required or expected. In fact, the advice from tour operators is not to tip other than where indicated below. This applies particularly in the Hotel (Padma) as all prices include taxes and tips – This may or may not be the case in the Jimbaran Bay Hotel.
People to Tip
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