Motivators and Barriers

Travel Motivators:

In Bali you will find a splash of color and a piece of heaven! ;) It is where you can witness two worlds colliding: the world of spirits, demons, temples and legends, and the world of designer boutiques, night life and celebrity chefs. Balinese culture reaches back to prehistoric times therefore if you’re someone who loves to experience a different and very strong culture – then let’s go to Bali! Not only is it a spiritual and cultural place but it also has very diverse landscapes which vary from beautiful beaches and old exploring caves to huge volcanoes that touch the clouds!

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TRAVEL BARRIERS:

There are a few downsides, in Bali:

·         The past terrorist attacks on tourists

·         The beggars and street hawkers can be a little disturbing at times.

·         While traveling by a car, the roads are little twist and sometimes not of good condition.

Attractions, Access, Accommodation, Activities, Amenities.

WHERE TO GO? 

Cultural:

 · Pura Silayukti in Padangbai: A path that leads to the three famous Hindu temples.

·  Experiencing the Monkey Chant & Fire Dance at Uluwatu, Bali

• Pura Jagatnatha in Denpasar; an architectural sight which is dedicated to one of the supreme gods, of Balinese Hinduism.  It is a very famous temple made out of white coral!!!

•   In Ubud; Pura Taman Saraswati is a palace that consist of many ceremonial activities for the gods, and weekly dance performances

 

 

 Bio-physical:

   · Beach in Padangbai:  a beautiful beach referred to as the Bias Tugal, however it consist of strong currents.

• Blue Lagoon Beach: a beach with light sand that is located in Padangbai

• Botanic Garden in Ubud: This diverse garden consists of many tree species including a huge collection of these Sumatran meat-eaters
• Bali Eco and Educational Cycling Tour: Mountain Biking in Ubud.

How to get around?

Ferries and travalings boats are useful, when traveling by sea. Public buses are very useful due to their great prices and acessibility and Bali’s Ngurah Rai Airport  is also aviable for travaling by air.

Accommondation:This trip to Bali, will take place in hostels which are budget type Accommodations.

Activities:

       -Yoga Barn à Yoga exercises in Ubud

-Bali Bird Walks à hiking in Ubud

-Meditation centerà Meditating in Ubud

-Geko Diving à Scuba Diving in Padangbai

-Bali Cycling Tour à Mountain Biking in Ubud

Amenties:

-Mosquito repellent!!!

-Tampax can’t be found – so if you’re used to that brand…take it!

-Bathroom Slippers!

How Much Money To Bring?

HOW MUCH MONEY TO BRING?!?!?

Since accommodation can be very cheap and can be almost under $25, and also food from local places can be cheap, I would say you would need around $80 to $150. Transportation is very cheap in Bali, as you just hop on a bike or just ride the public transportation and since $ 1is about Rp.8,600- an average of $120 will be more than sufficient for a lone traveler who is on a budget. Overall, I would take an amount of $2,800 extra cash - just in case! Which will also be sufficient enough as most activites involve visiting public and free places like religious sights, temples and beaches.

Reference Information

• Bali Travel Guide - Lonely Planet: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/indonesia/bali
• Canadan' Foreign Affairs: http://www.voyage.gc.ca/countries_pays
• Fit for Travel: http://www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk/destinations/asia-(east)
• Lonely Planet : http://www.lonelyplanet.com/indonesia/bali/padangbai/activities
• Why Bali.: http://www.i-escape.com/bali/guide
• Hostels : http://www.hostels.com/hostels/denpasar/ari-putri/18887
• Canadian Embassy: http://www.cybertraveltips.com/images/Popular-Canadian-Phrases.jpg