subject: Safety Guide To Traveling The Island Of Bali [print this page] Going on a Bali travel holiday? Staying in one of the many Bali villas? If you are, here are some Bali island safety tips for you. Generally, just like any other tourists destinations, it is fairly safe to travel to Bali and have your dream vacation getaway while staying in a private Bali villa.
Though Bali was the scene of lethal suicide and car bombings in 2002 and 2005, which had targeted nightclubs and restaurants popular among foreign visitors and killing more than 200 people, the island of Bali has mostly been free of terrorist activity since Balis security had been made tight at obvious possible terrorist targets. And even the Balinese themselves, who are depending on tourism for their livelihood, disapprove of the bombings and the terrorists behind them as it had caused terrible sufferings to their peaceful island.
However, to be safe, it may be prudent to avoid high-profile western hang-outs, especially those without security measures or you can head out of the tourist enclaves of South Bali to elsewhere on the island.
Also, just like any other tourist destinations, Bali also has its own hassles from the typical scammers, hawkers, peddlers & touts. But only a few visitors encounter any real problems or danger. So, just avoid them and be vigilant.
Aside from the threatening perils of terrorism, petty theft occurs but is not prevalent in Bali. There are also problems of rabies. Several deaths have already arisen from rabies infections as recorded in early 2011. So, visitors are therefore warned to avoid contact with dogs, cats, monkeys and other animals that carry the disease. You must make sure to seek medical attention if bitten.
Though theft is a relatively low risk in Bali, snatching and theft are not uncommon to happen in hotel rooms and villas in Bali. So, for a safe travel Bali tip, make sure to be careful and mindful of your belongings and lock your rooms as thieves could break in and enter into your villa room and rob your belongings. Make sure to follow some precautionary measures like always keeping your doors and windows securely locked when going out of your room, or at night.
Luckily, villa security is a key priority of most villas in Bali. In most villas in Bali, safety and security measures are implemented. Most villas do tend to provide safety deposit boxes in their rooms where one can keep your valuables and important documents. Or you can make use of the hotel or villas safe or security box when available.
When exploring Bali, make sure to always keep your valuables in a front-carry pouch. Guard also your bags, especially at transport terminals and ferry terminals. Aside the risk of them being stolen, self-appointed porters also like to grab them without warning and then insist on ridiculous prices for their "services". Also, carry only copies of your passports and travel documents; you must leave the originals locked up in your hotel or villa room.
It is also not uncommon in Bali to have incidences of petty scams. Although this can easily be avoided with a modicum of common sense, if someone tries to approach you on the street offering a deal on souvenirs, transport, etc., do not deal with them and refuse their offer as you can rest assured that you will find yourself paying more if you follow your new found friend.
by: Bali Villa Holidays
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