I wanted off the beaten path adventure and I couldnt seem to find it there. I am considering to rush to java. Someone can just ask you to go out from uber taxi if they know you hire uber and left you there in the middle of street with big bag. Thanks for the insight though . Thats what I was looking for but I kept being told no sigh. Then it became group trip which is MORE safe especially in south area. He said that now he understands why Western foreigners sometimes turn silent during conversations, LOL. I could not relate more to this article. Uber, Lyft, Gojek arent allowed within the city limits and taxi tours will take one to the cleaners if allowed. Watch out for those monkeys though! I have been anxious of travelling to Bali alone because of safety and mobility issues. The relatively best cell provider in Indonesia (largest coverage) is Simpati by Telkomsel. I also left my dive shop in Tulamben a day early because the staff, all males, were a bit too interested and questioning about my love life and the fact that I was there alone. I blamed myself for trusting the guy but honestly sometimes there are not other way to travel, It ended up well ( Im still alive) I was shaking and feeling powerless but alive. Im also planning a trip at the end of November Im nervous to go myself we can meet up if you are still going, Hi. Im so excited to you that you come to my country and share your experience during in Bali. We decided to leave and he even ask us for money. We do good research on culture and dress-code everytime we travel, and even when I had some bad experiences in some of other countries they were never AS bad or as frequent as here. Flores and Komodo island are also a short hop from Bali. Although Ubud is a hugely popular place to go, it has an enormous amount of accommodations, suiting all budgets. I just went on a tour and spent the whole day with the driver. Bali is a great jumping off point for many of the surrounding islands, not least the famed Gili Islands, which are located just off Lombok. He asked what I had done, so I explained I had seen some temples, did a cooking class, and now off to do a bit of shopping. While the cost may seem annoying and better spent elsewhere, trust me when I say youll be sorry if you dont have it. It does however act as an excellent base and is a must visit. Intrepid does a number of trips to Bali, Lombok and the rest of Indonesia, and also longer trips through Asia too. If it werent for the nightmare transportation issues, Id definitely go straight to Bali. While I am not planning a trip to Bali anytime soon, this post makes me think its probably not my kind of place. I think the locals just didnt want me to know haha. I had to stop booking rides with him, but found other locals through my hotel, who were great. He said he can be my Bali husband in a joking way to which I laughed. Still touristy but not nearly as bad. Although it was only happened when we walked around Legian and Kuta. Perhaps Im to blame; maybe I didnt do enough research or plan well enough ahead. Which either requires bravery or luck, and money to get off the beaten track. Theres a huge one called Girls Love Travel that might be worth checking out and posting a note in. wish me luck!!! Id try Bali again with this new insight on how to get around. Plus you can check the reviews/. I totally get you. There was a little art shop. Its offi, Friendly reminder that every body is a beach (and, The coolest thing is just being comfortable in you, Dont wait. The World From an Adventurous Girl's Point of View, Monday motivation: dont be afraid to chase thos, Paris is always a good idea if you explore wise, Pastries in Paris save for your visit!, My latest visit to Paris was actually my 8th time, LETS GO TO GREECE! But I am a local, so you have to ask him whether you can rent just the car as a foreigner. Boracay feels like a smallish more intimate place compared to Kuta. Haha yeah the temple was HUGELY crowded because we went on a holy day (oops). Either Bali or Lombok first and then taking a fast boat up to Gili is what a lot of people do and it's probably the best way to do it. Ill have to be more savvy next time. Beautiful spot though, I bought a local 4Gsim and it is super annoying you cant just make calls to anther number. For example I loved solo travel in Greece, but if you are looking for hostels and meeting people that way not the best bet. Best one i found is simati indonesia. My husband and I went together during our backpacking trip around the world. If You want to dive or snorkell just go to the Gili islands. Because of the taxi mafia he wasnt allowed to drop me off where I was going and I could see he sincerely felt badly about it. After reading all the negative experiences, just bear in mind that yes, in Bali some local offer helps in exchange of extra money, and some are thinking that foreigner is stereotype as easy, they probably watch too many Hollywood movies. Oh my gosh!!!!! When I traveled in my teens and 20s it was pretty much only bigger cities with public transportation. You could do a week in Bali beforehand, check out Kuta/Legian/Seminyak. I will fully admit that having a sim card and a working cellphone is a complete luxury while travelling. Ive heard that about Sri Lanka which is a huge bummer Id love to go there. My friend decided to let it go when she realized her documents and phone are home and theres just a little cash and personal belongings because the guy pulled so hard her hand started to get twisted and she still has a bruise. this Bali Travel Guide for Moon Guidebooks. It was soooo helpful. Either way, women shouldnt have to be assertive. Seriously? Well, the more you know. For just a couple bucks a day, you can save yourself a whole lot of stress and money. But then what followed was terrifying. And based on the website, it was established 5 years ago, with all the reluctant from local with any new business in transportation, I can imagine it must be a slow growth. Im not usually the type of solo female traveler who advocates wearing a fake wedding ring or making up a fake significant other, but in Bali I quickly told everyone that I had a boyfriend. Maybe I should have budgeted more, or not spent as much time on the island. I was a bit worried planning a solo trip to Bali mainly because of the transport issues like you mentioned, but thankfully my friend came along and my solo trip became not solo. Indonesians too must rate as some of the friendliest people on the planet, are very welcoming and proud of their nation, and so they should be. Gojek also does gocar as well as dozens of other go services from food delivery to house cleaning. It can be overbearing at times and too dirty/touristy so then you can decide to head to Ubud. Wow I cant thank you enough for writing this blog and all the women who have shared your experiences. As a local myself (I am Indonesian), I also find the transportation is an issue for me who sometimes loves to travel alone. Angry signs on the roads, and horror stories about Uber drivers being pulled over and passengers being forced out and threatened by taxi drivers meant this was not a service to use or rely on. [] to go on day trips to popular areas like Ubud. Thanks Hannah. The local dive centers already struggled to keep the reef clean. Most of the Balinese are very kind. Again, not sure about solo travel. I said no about five times and he finally got the hint, but as he was dropping me off he tried to kiss me!!!!! (Unwanted compliments, strangers asking personal questions, unwanted attention). Most dangers evolve around transport accidents, beach safety with strong rips in the ocean. Thank you so much for the advice :). Very small islands that are almost entirely catered to western tourists. Bali is particularly good for solos because of the many activities on the island, both in sea and on land, so its very easy to hook up with other like minded folk. Oh yes, uber could be scary, they have banned it in tourist areas like kuta, seminyak, uluwatu, ubud, canggu and maybe some other areas. I will inform about Java. Im in Bali (Sanur) right now, just arrived last night actually and having the same experiences as you. Once I had to that travel in a motorcycle with a local driver in a town close to Batur (I had no other option to go to point a to to point b ) I was sure he was about to kill me in the middle of the forest. At first it was a painfully long drive through Denpasar, but when we got to the countryside we picked up giggling school children and happy locals, which made it kind of fun. I had a particularly uncomfortable ride to Ubud with a driver who kept trying to take me drinking rather than to my hostel. He was touching all over my body, especially my legs (rubbing his hand back and forth) Even when I would rest on the small ladder attached to the boat, he kept rubbing over my legs and butt. Or give you a ride to temples only local people know to avoid crowds. Super cheap that way if youre willing to take local buses. i am so glad all of these people with no souls go here. Ive also had problems with internet and ATMs. Renting a car if you can again might be a great idea. It wasnt creepy, it was kind of cute actually, but super uncomfortable. They were all getting too personal and asking how long Im staying. And kept talking to her eventho she refused it in a gentle way. When I booked my fights to Bali I was beyond excited. What you said about the public transportation in Bali is true. The transportation is a nightmare. In my wifes city of Makassar theyre everywhere and super convenient and affordable. I was heading up to the pool of my hotel and one of the staff saw me in my bikini and dropped his tray! When we arrived, we make a ritual to thank the gods, with flowers and fruits. Learn more about the importance of travel insurance here. Thats probably best so you can see the weather. Men should respect us enough to leave us alone if we clearly dont want the attention. Bali is beautiful. The beaches are some of the best on the island and its easy to find a quiet spot away from the madness. , Depends on what you are looking for as a traveller, but I definitely have some favourites. Anyway, just use your common sense. Which left taxis, shuttles, and tour guide-type private drivers. In some cases I wouldnt know if a tour was actually going until the night before. Maybe this will help a bit for culture reference though you dont need to say hello to everyone, lol Singapore, KL, Bangkok from Europe/North America. I am facing the same problems right now. Not much if you are a party of 2 or more. If you are looking for a tour but are a bit concerned, I suggest checking out their options for something a little more reassuring. Hi, I am a local and travelling alone in 2017. In highly touristic places like Ubud I felt too much attention but still normal (girls will understand what I mean) but in places where they dont see too much tourists I felt harassed by locals sometimes . I , too am a solo female traveler, 5 days in Ubud and 5 days in Seminyak. I cant believe its just one day in and Im not liking this place already. Like with travelling between cities, the only option was private drivers or hire your own motorbike (which wasnt a good option for me as explained later). So not good if you want to travel with luggage or longer distances. At least it worked for me; I always swore I would never wear a bikini, and then somehow I bought one to take with me to Bali. Hi, Im thinking about going to Bali in June. Welcome to Solo Travel. From airport, a taxi is your best bet. However given my seemingly constant unease around many of the local men, it definitely bothered me. And the men are less likely to see you as prey if you have a few wrinkles on your face! As is expected, taxis and private drivers are the most expensive options. Also, all the shop keepers pushing to buy things and being over friendly just for the sake of making some money. Hey I am considering travelling to Bali for a trip for 1.5-2 weeks. I traveled solo to Bali on the 26th October 2017. Then he grabbed my hand and said I like you. Keep in mind, we are like 50 minutes outside of town, there are no tourists around, so either I can tell him I want to get out of the car somewhere so foreign, or I can just suck it up and deal with it. I just didnt have a good experience and shared it- its a personal post, Im not generalizing.

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