Frequently Asked Questions

Bali is an island in the Indian Ocean and it is a province of Indonesia. It can be found two miles east of Java.

Reaching Bali by sea is quite popular as there are several cruise liners that stopover at Bali, but you will first need to reach Singapore or Sumatra to board. However, the best way to travel to Bali is by air as the Denpasar International Airport receives international as well as domestic flights regularly.

Yes, Bali is a safe destination to travel.

The popular places to see in Bali are Ubud for its forests and temples; Kuta for its beaches and surfing; Nusa Dua for its resorts; and Denpasar which is the capital of Bali.

The legal age for buying and drinking alcohol in Bali is 21 years.

Bali’s currency is the Indonesia Rupiah. Several places in Bali are now using credit and debit cards but there is also a reliance on cash to make payments. In smaller, lesser known areas, credit cards will not be accepted at all. It’s always a good idea to be prepared for any eventualities by carrying the Thomas Cook Travel Prepaid Card. It is a secure way to carry money and Thomas Cook is one of the most trusted foreign exchange partners in the world.

WiFi connectivity is widespread in Bali, especially in hotels, restaurants, cafés and bars. You can buy a local sim card anywhere in Bali but it needs to be registered at one of the official stores of the service provider. The best service provider in Bali is Telkomsel. If you’re looking for something cheaper, then consider XL Axiata or IM3.