Chris & Josephine’s Bali Guide ✈️🌏🧭

Potato Head Beach Club

https://seminyak.potatohead.co

Premium beachfront club with pools, sunbeds, DJs, food, and cocktails. Pricing is closer to American/Australian levels, but the atmosphere and sunset views are worth it.

Spa Bali

https://spabali.co.id

Multiple locations, clean and tourist friendly.

1-hour couples massage: usually around 300,000–350,000 IDR (~USD $18–$22).

Dewa Bagia (Private Driver & Guide)

📱 WhatsApp: +62 877 6008 4777

English-speaking, great for custom trips, airport pickups, and island exploring.

Full-day rate: ~500,000–700,000 IDR (~USD $30–$45).

Sekumpul Waterfalls

Tejakula, Lemukih, Sawan, Buleleng, Bali 81171

One of Bali’s most beautiful waterfall areas with multiple cascades and lush jungle.

Local fee/donation: around 100,000–300,000 IDR, often including a motorbike ride down and back up. The walk is steep, so the motorbike is worth it.

Warung Pak Cho-Cho II

Foursquare location

Simple outdoor warung. Ask for the ayam goreng (fried chicken) – it’s not on the menu but it’s fantastic.

Made’s Warung

http://madeswarung.com/

Bali classic with multiple locations. Great Indonesian food at fair prices.

From the Airport

Expect drivers offering rides. You can negotiate politely.

Kuta: about 150,000 IDR (USD $10–$15).

Bluebird Taxi

• Use the official Bluebird app.
• Make sure the meter (“tick-tick”) is running.
• No meter? Take another taxi.

GrabCar

Like Uber: cheap and easy.

GoJek

Motorbike taxis + food delivery, good for heavy traffic.

Scooter Rentals

• Always wear a helmet.
• Get an International Driver’s License (AAA) before your trip.

• Google Translate – offline Indonesian.
• Google Maps – offline Bali maps.
• Grab – rides & food.
• GoJek – motorbike & food.
• Bluebird App – safest taxis.

In 2025 the rupiah usually sits around:

1 USD ≈ 15,000–16,000 IDR

Check Google, XE, or Wise for daily up-to-date rates.

• Nusa Penida day trips
• Uluwatu cliffs & temple
• Nusa Dua beaches & malls
• Surf lessons & beach bars
• Rice terraces & temples around Ubud
• ATVs, rafting, adventure tours
• Zoo & animal encounters

Hotels charge convenience prices for tours. In Kuta, Seminyak, and Canggu you’ll find many tour vendors who will negotiate.

Island Hopping

Indonesia has over 17,000 islands. Ferries and flights can be surprisingly affordable.

Garuda Indonesia is generally the most reliable airline for safety and service.

• No need to tip, but it’s appreciated.
• “Terima kasih” (thank you), “Tolong” (please/help).
• Most prices are negotiable.
• Avoid using your left hand to give/receive items.
• Alcohol is heavily taxed – duty-free helps.
• Avoid street food on day one.
• Drink bottled water only.
• Sodas are cheap; coffee is excellent.