FAQ's
Duty Free Allowance - 1 litre of alcohol per adult person
Currency - Indonesian Rupiah (IDR) Exchange rates are considerably higher in Indonesia, there are authorized and regulated money changers who will give you good rates here. It's worth waiting to exchange your cash here on the island.
ATM's are available but only issue small amounts per transaction (equivalent $150-300 AUD) Also be aware that a lot of ATM's you need to 'end your transaction' and your card is returned after the money is dispensed.
Eftpos/credit card is available in most medium to large restaurants, bars, beach clubs and hotels and tourist attractions.
Getting around the Island
Bluebird Taxis are the most reliable, they have an app for booking and their meters are regulated with fixed pricing.
Rideshare apps Gojek and Grab (similar to Uber) are easy to use (with wifi) the most inexpensive and very popular.
Private drivers are good value if you have a group, plan to be out and about all day to different locations or are going long distances. Rates are always negotiable!
Q & A - What to pack
Sunscreen - While most of your favorite brand basic toiletries and cosmetics are available here at bargain prices (good tip if you are planning on traveling light) Sunscreen is very expensive and can be double the price you pay at home!
Clothing - The temperature in Bali is around 27 degrees all year and rarely falls below 22 at night even in the 'cooler' months. It can be very humid though. Stay cool and comfortable with light fabrics. Most places have a relaxed dress code and casual clothing is acceptable. There is also a huge range of resort wear, beachwear, streetwear and high-end fashion available at very reasonable prices.
Shoes - Thongs, flats, sneakers, and sandals are pretty much the standard daywear here. Bali is an adventure, so make sure you have some comfy shoes for exploring!