Travel Cultural Island Of Bali Things To Do In Bali (Contd.):
 Bali Travel Tips:
- Dress Code: Balinese are generally modest in their modes of dress and believe that the most basic sign of respect to another is correct attire. While shorts and singlets are generally acceptable while shopping or just walking, long trousers for men and dresses for women are strongly suggested when visiting friends, calling on government offices, or attending places of worship. Specific rules apply whenever visiting a Balinese Pura or temple. Light, airy, casual clothes are the most practical and you'll find natural fibers like cotton or linen are the most comfortable in Bali's often humid conditions. Waist sashes should be worn when visiting temples.
- Travel Around: You will find a range of chauffeur driven limousines, self-drive cars, taxis and hotel courtesy cars. Many taxis are not metered so it's wise to negotiate the fare before you climb aboard. Bemos are a unique form of transport. They are a mini-van masquerading as a communal bus. You simply hail the driver and negotiate the fare that suits you both. Motorcycles can also be hired in many places but special care should be exercised at all times as road and traffic conditions can be somewhat hazardous in certain locations. Traveling around Bali is made all the easier because everywhere you go you'll find friendly people only too happy to give you advice and directions on how to get where you want to go.
 Purchase: The purchase of any item made from endangered animal product is prohibited. Please do not purchase these items. - Holidays: Museums are closed on Mondays.
- Electricity: Electrical current in Bali is 220 volts at 50 cycles. Most electrical plugs are set to take a two-pin plug. Purchase an international adapter or ask your hotel to lend you one.
- Scuba Diving: Please remember to complete your last dive 24 hours before joining any flight.
- Hotel Tipping: Most major hotels and some restaurants include a 10% service charge in your bill. When this is the case, no additional gratuity is required or expected.
- Water: Tap water is generally NOT potable in Indonesia. Bottled drinks including a wide range of bottled mineral waters are readily available.
- Health: Bali has a several well-equipped hospitals providing emergency and outpatient services. There are also several very modern and efficient medical service centers on the island that have been established to cater to the needs of foreign visitors. Health services are not socialized in Indonesia and it is therefore recommended that visitors purchase travel insurance.
 Currency: The rupiah is the basic unit of money, normally abbreviated to Rp followed by the value. In Bali, carry a handful of coins or Rp 100 notes and do not exchange large sums of money even if you plan to be there for a long time. Take note though, due to the volatility of the rupiah, most mid-range hotels, all top-end hotels and restaurants, and some tourist attractions, car rental agencies and tour companies list their prices in US dollar. The rupiah is still acceptable but the exchange rate is usually more advantageous to the vendor than the tourist. The postal service in Bali has a type of postal traveller's check called cek pos.
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