Fly with Jaouad
Awesome video
Thanks for sharing 😍😍
Fly with Jaouad
Awesome video
Thanks for sharing 😍😍
Dan OST
There is so much misinformation in this video…
As someone who travels often, my most recent trips being Philippines, Bali (twice) and Singapore. Here are some real tips on how to save money in Bali, specifically.
First: The key to saving money when traveling abroad, especially Bali is to do your research well in advance, and know what the local prices for different services are. The locals will purposely raise their prices to tourists, but if you are informed on what the real prices are, you can get save some money and avoid paying too much.
Money Changing: Always look for money changers in the city that are authorized (they will have a sign saying so). The rates in Ubud between money changers is usually the same, so as long as it’s a bonafide money changer, you don’t really need to shop around. Note: Bonafide money changers will always, always give you a receipt. If you do not get a receipt, demand your money back and go somewhere else.
-Do NOT use ATMs
-It is unnecessary to change money in the airport, contrary to what the video states.
IF you are visiting another island, for example, Lembongan, make sure you exchange in Ubud, on your way from the airportand to the ferry. Exchange rates in the islands are usually much worse than Ubud. Make sure you exchange enough money for your stay on the other islands, or you will end up losing money.
-Important: Make sure you bring “crisp” money, that is, bills that are as new as possible. Money changers will not accept bills that have tears, or faded parts of the bill. Also, bring large bills ($100s) the exchange rate for smaller bills is less.
Stay: IF you do not have a million credit cards to draw points upon, or don’t want to use credit cards for your stay in Bali.
-Avoid hotels at all costs. $100+ USD per night for a hotel can be called a scam in its own right, considering the alternatives.
-There are various sites where you can book a homestay, that is: a private property with various rooms in which you can stay, for a fraction of the cost of a hotel. Don’t worry, these properties are specifically made for tourist stays, and they are all licensed and authorized to rent rooms. The rooms are extremely well kept, and they all include a free breakfast.
-You can contact your host in advance, and plan everything. If you talk to your host, they can usually arrange pick up from the airport. Note: Pick up from the airport costs around 25 USD. Do NOT pay much more than this (some drivers will try to charge much more, though).
-Your host might also be able to set up tours and day drivers in advance. Talk to them and see what they can do for you.
-Read the reviews! Some hosts are extremely helpful, others not so much.
Case in point: On my most recent trip, I visited Lembongan, did the Nusa Penida tour, and then stayed in 2 different places in Ubud.
-The first place in Ubud came to around $34 USD/night for the room. Once again, these are not crappy, low quality rooms. They are very good, well-maintained, sheets-changed daily rooms, pretty much what you would get in a hotel.
-If you are traveling in a group, consider getting a private villa. Our second place was one of these. A private villa with three rooms, private pool, garden, outdoor kitchen tv/internet, etc. For around $54 USD per night per room. In a hotel, you do not get a private pool, or a private place… despite paying over $100 USD per night.
Nusa Penida:
Once again, talk to your host. They will usually be very happy to arrange everything for you. If they aren’t, find somewhere else to stay. Our host in Lembongan arranged everything. The boat ride from Lembongan to Nusa Penida, the driver, and the return boat ride. We had nothing to worry about, except being at the pickup point on time. Also, the driver for Nusa will always be a private driver, you won’t be sharing your car with anyone else. A day trip to Nusa Penida including transportation to/from wherever you’re staying, boat ride, and private driver goes for around $30-35 USD per person. Also includes lunch. $50 is way too much (like the person in the video paid). Always do your tours through the place where you’re staying at. Everything from the tour, to the ferry ride from/to Ubud, will be cheaper.
Half a day driver in Ubud goes for around $28 USD. Anything above this amount and you’re being charged too much. A full day is around $56 USD. We ended up making some additional stops in our day trips, so we gave our driver some extra. $40 USD for half a day is… also way too much.
Goa Gajah Temple:
Sarong is included for free with admission price. Do NOT buy a sarong from the many people that will try to sell you one outside.
Mount Batur sunrise trekking: Highly recommended. It’s a long, arduous climb at night to the top of an active volcano (last eruption was in 2000), but the view of the sunrise you will get is unprecedented. Totally worth it. This comes to around $35 USD/person.
Ubud Market: Prices are always hiked up for tourists. The actual worth of the item is around a third of the asking price. Here’s how to haggle:
-Offer around a third of the asking price. The seller will always say “no no, I can’t do that”. Work around this number, until you reach an amount you are happy with.
-If the seller does not budge, walk away. 90% of the time they will call you back, and even agree on the price that you want (a third).
-If you really want the item, and don’t mind paying a bit more than what it’s worth, feel free to buy it. However, note that there are many sellers in the market, offering the same item. Some sellers are more willing to negotiate than others.
In conclusion:
-Look for bonafide money changers
-Change money in Ubud, before you head off to another island (such as Lembongan)
-Plan your trip well in advance, and avoid hotels. Book a homestay, or a private villa if you’re in a group.
-Inform yourself of the real prices (some of them I put above), before going, and write it down. Locals will always hike prices up for tourists, but will quickly back down if you’re properly informed.
-Always haggle, especially in the Ubud market.
Some prices cannot be haggled. Restaurants are a good example of this. Also the place where you stay, those prices cannot be haggled either. Do your research, and take time to plan ahead.
Lani
I’m sorry I’m confused how this is titled money saving tips. I paid way less for my trips in Bali. Klook is wayyyyyy more expensive than arranging at tour or arranging a day trip with an honest hotel or lodging in bali. Also all the coffee plantations I know off there are free admission with free sample unless you want to try the luwak coffee.
Batteristafoto
money saving tips….checks into Hyatt regency. One of the most expensive hotels…ok ummm.
banjocracy
Emission fees?
Akash Potdar
Does points mean IDR?
Travel with SHOSHI
Nice one.
Eduardo Viajero
I spent 2 weeks in Bali. I could barely afford 3 days in Boracay or El Nido. And Bali is so amazingly cultural and full of art.
Nisal De Silva
It would be great if you didn’t promote Luwak Coffee. Its extremely cruel. We love your content other than that!
W
more videos like this please! super helpful
roukayya mga
Thank you very much ..i m planning to go in Bali and this video is very HELPFUL
Vinc Blum
Loveeee the video going to Bali September 1 and I am soooo excited 😍😍😭😭😭
miskaa nns
💚💚
Rafael Montalvo
Yes want more videos like this
Rafael Montalvo
Very cool lots to do cheaply
Machsus Romadhon
If u wanna travel bali dont spend too much on luxury thingst like luxury hotel, food and etc. Bali more than that, you can also found luxury things in another country, find something in bali that u dont find in another country.
tyzack18
Great video Mandy👌I liked this style of budget video
sumita saha
Helpful 😊
UTKD fighter
I’m going in 2 days
海纳百川
Luxury travel tips
Josefina Pablo
Awesome video! Going to Bali in a few week- thank for all the info!
Farida saidin life
Thank for share teh tips
Rashipandhi
Amazing video!! did you travel solo? is it safe to travel alone there being a female
Andrew Kain
Planning my first trip to Bali and this is one of the more helpful videos. I really like how this video isn’t just a ton of drone shots, overly-enthusiastic personalities and EDM, but instead you guys walking around, filming points of interests and giving opinions. I love it, keep doing what you’re doing *subscribed*
Suleiman Al Subhi
Haii great Video thank u very much
Lo Gu
Love this video ! Merci 👍
Sacha Landreneau
Your video is great! Probably the most helpful I’ve seen while researching Bali. Looking forward to more!
Monica C
Very useful. I’ll be there in September! Thanks!!!
SewaCopier Jakarta
Bali is awesome!
Wagner Wong
Great video. Love the Google map overview. The prices were helpful!
Passport to the Blue
Love your tips! We’re new youtubers looking for feedback, anything is appreciated!
Everyday Mindfulness
Great Video!
Namadepan Namabelakang
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and still worry about cost!?? . How poor you are?
jasmin1992
Great tips👍👍👍Thank you so much😊😘
Max Tillmans
Amazing video!!
Rolf Rijkschroefff
When you go to Bali means you have saved your money. Dont be exaggerated. Bali is cheap.
little miss
Great video! Thanks for the useful info! I would love to see more travel videos like this one!
K Mque
Thx Mandy! It’s great you break down the cost, points program you used, points needed. Pls continue to do this in all your travel videos!
Amelia Kelly
This videos title is how to save money in Bali but the first tip you give is exchange your money in the airport? U lose so much money changing it in the airport because the exchange rates are crazy
Mario Anchondo III
Awesome video please make more like this!
René S. Shabastari
👍
Angel Manzanares
Thanks for the tips of when you need cash and when you pay with points.
Rakel Kvalvik
Did you like the company you used for traveling around Nusa Penida? We are a family of 6 people who will be staying at Nusa Lembongan, but we really want to rent a van for a day to go explore the west coast of nusa penida. I´ve heard about so many different companies and prices that I´m kinda lost in all this iformation..!
Gilbert Nicholas
Great video…Bali is on my list for 2020
Jim Navarro
I want y’alls life!
Angel Flores
Mandy looking cute!!! 😍
Sebby looking exhausted 🤣😂😂
Jason Parraga
You didn’t mention all the aggressive tax drivers that try to scam you immediately upon exiting the airport! Such a terrible experience
Lauren Michaud
This was well done. Yes to more videos like this. Everything was explained and was very helpful. I look forward to the next one.
The Ugly Barnacle
Great video, would love to see more like these! How much money would you recommend exchanging when you first arrive if ATMs are unreliable?
Robert Morrey
More videos like this please!!
L.A. Rivas, Esq.
I like this type of video. I especially like foreign exchange tip and excursion tips. Identifying costs for the trip were also appreciated.
Weiran Xiong
travel video 😍
Jesus Villa
Awesome video Mandy I love it, I’m going to add Bali to my list where I want to travel to next.
