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Climate
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Although Indonesia is hot and humid throughout the year, the official wet season runs from October to April and is marked by heavy, short rainstorms after which the air is fresher. Temperature range from 21 to 33° Celsius in the lowlands. Higher altitudes enjoy cooler conditions. |
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Customs
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On entry to Bali (Indonesia), each adult is allowed to bring in tax-free a maximum of one liter of alcoholic beverages and 200 cigarettes or 50 cigars or 100 grams of tobacco. There is no restriction on the movement of foreign currencies in and out of the country. On entry or departure, however, you are allowed to carry no more than 50.000 Indonesian
Rupiah. |
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Airport
Tax & Transportation
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Passengers departing on international flights have to pay an airport tax of
Rp.100.000. For domestic flights, airport taxes vary from Rp.6.000 to Rp.11.000
(payable after check-in) depending on the airports. Metered taxis are available only at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport Jakarta. At Ngurah Rai International Airport, taxis operate on a fixed-rate
basis, usually between Rp. 50.000,- to Rp. 60.000,- into town. If airport transfer
is one of your preference, please let us know when you
making an accommodation booking. |
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Currency
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Exchange facilities for the main foreign currencies are available in the major cities of
Indonesia including Bali.
Rupiah come in denominations of 100.000, 50.000, 20.000, 10.000, 5000, 1000, 500 and 100 in bank notes, and 1000, 500, 100, 50, 25,10 and 5 in coins. |
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Communications
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Long-distance telephone calls within Indonesia are by direct dialing. International Direct Dialing (IDD) is available in all
provincial capitals and in more than 320 cities throughout the country. For the business traveler,
local and international phone, facsimile and telex services are available in most hotels
and resorts. In public places, telecommunication services can be found by look
for a sign of WARTEL. Internet services are also available at
many cyber cafés and places with a sign of WARNET.
| IDD
Code |
001, 007 or 008 followed by Country code + Area code + Local area number. |
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IDD Inquiries |
102 |
| Local
Inquiries |
108 |
| Operator
Assisted |
101 or 104 |
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Time Zones
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Indonesia is divided into three time zones. Western Indonesia Time (Sumatra, Java, West and Central
Kalimantan) is 7 hours ahead of GMT, Central Indonesia Time (Bali, South and East
Kalimantan, Sulawesi and Nusa Tenggara) is 8 hours ahead of GMT, and East Indonesia Time
(Maluku and Papua) is 9 hours ahead of GMT. |
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Electrical
Current
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50Hz at either 110 or 220 volts. Most electrical plugs
are set to take a two-pin plug. Purchase an
international adapter or ask your hotel to borrow you
one. |
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Business and
Office Hours
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Most government offices are open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. On Fridays, they close at 11.30 p.m. On Saturdays, they are open until 2 p.m. or 3 p.m. Business offices open from 8 a.m. or 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. or 5 p.m. Some work half-day on Saturdays. Banks open from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on weekdays. Foreign banks are closed on Saturdays. |
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Visa &
Immigration
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Until February 2004 most visitors to Indonesia did not
require a visa if staying for 2 months or less. On February 1, 2004 Indonesia
introduced significant changes to their "visa on
arrival" policies.
In the past the citizens of 48
countries were permitted to stay in Indonesia for up
to 60 days without needing a visa. This policy now
only applies to the nationals of 11 countries - Brunei
Darussalam, Chile, Hong Kong, Macao, Malaysia,
Morocco, Peru, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand
and Vietnam - and for a period of only 30 days, as long as
they have a passport that is valid for 6 months or
more. Further, this visa free facility cannot be
converted into any other type of visa nor can it be
extended.
The citizens of Argentina,
Australia, Brazil, Canada, Denmark, Finland, France,
Germany, Hungry, Italy, Japan, New Zealand, Norway,
Poland, South Africa, South Korea, Switzerland,
Taiwan, United Arab Emirates, and the United States
need to pay for a 'visa on arrival'. This can be
purchased upon arrival at an international port or
airport in Indonesia (Initially this is only available
at Medan, Pekanbaru, Padang, Jakarta, Surabaya, Bali
and Manado airports, and at the Batam, Bintan, Medan,
Sumatra, Padang - Sumatra, Padang Bai - Bali, and
Jayapura - Papua seaports ) as long as applicants hold a
current passport that is valid for 6 months or more.
This must be presented along with an airline disembarkation
card. If requested, proof may also
be required that an applicant has the means to live
while in Indonesia.
Those individuals not on the
visa-free list of countries or on the "visa on
arrival"
list must apply for a visa overseas before arrival in
Indonesia.
A 3 days "visa on
arrival" costs US$ 10.00, while a 30-days
"visa on arrival" costs
US$ 25.00
Those visitors who overstay this
visa on arrival can leave Indonesia by
paying US$ 20.00 for every day they overstay their 30-day
visa. Further, airlines that have their flights delayed
for any reason can have their passengers exempted from paying any overstaying penalties.
For more detailed information regarding visa information
& immigration,
please contact:
Immigration Head Office
Jalan D.I. Panjaitan, Niti Mandala,
Renon, Denpasar.
Tel. 227 828
Ngurah Rai International Airport
Jalan Ngurah Rai, Tuban
Tel. 751 038
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Do's and
Don't - during enjoy your holiday in Bali
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Rupiah with you when traveling especially to the village. Keep small
change on hand because it will be needed
when riding public transportation or buying a drink in warung. |
Don't enter a temple during menstruation. When visiting a temple, always
wear a sash or sarong and do not walk in front of people praying. |
| Do change your money only in
banks or authorized money changers. When changing
money, always insist on an official receipt at the time of the
transaction and take your time to make sure the
money received matches the total shown on the
receipt. |
Don't attempt to swim outside designated areas on the beach. There are
red and yellow flags, swim between them.
Don't collect of corals or shells or the
purchase of any items made from these materials.
Also do not purchase any items made from
endangered animal product. |
| Do reconfirm
your flight at least 48 hours prior to your next flying. Please
consider making a photocopy of your airline
tickets and the identifying pages of your
passport. |
Don't deal in or do drugs. A death penalty could await! |
| Do leave your
important travel documents in your hotel safe and be careful with
your belongings at all times. Make a list of all travelers' checks
and your credit card details. Store all of this
data separately from your wallet. Having these
details at hand will speed replacement in the
event of loss. |
Don't attempt to hire a car or motorbike without full insurance. It is important to
have travel insurance as it will cover you if you are involved
in an accident. |
| Do drink only
boiled, distilled or mineral water. Try to get yourself used to the
local food, however the flavours sometimes unusual. |
Don't attempt to get in the way of the attendees when seeing processions
though it's a good chance to take a photograph. |
| Do respect local customs and traditions when visiting a temple.
Please note that this is a land where prayer and religious festivals
take center stage. |
Don't stand or sit higher than the offerings and the priest when
visiting a temple. |
| Do show respect and avoid honking if you trapped behind the slow pace
of local processions. |
Don't attempt to use a flash in your camera in front of the priest or
people praying. |
| Do try to avoid stepping on offerings in the street and
walk around
them. |
Don't touch people's heads. It is considered offensive. |
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What to
bring
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We suggest you bring the
following items on your holiday trip to Bali.
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A camera (digital camera is recommended). Print
processing and film is available at numerous location
around the city.
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Ready-to-wear clothing that is machine washable.
These are available in most art markets or department
stores so you might enjoy purchasing new items for
your wardrobe during your holiday.
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Sunglasses, hat, binocular and swimwear.
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A pair of comfortable walking shoes. This is is
highly recommended; particularly when you joining one
of trekking programs.
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Sufficient supply of prescription drugs.
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Any important items related to your medical history
and the contact information for your physician in your
home country.
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Foreign
Consulates
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AUSTRALIA
(Including Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Papua New Guinea)
Jl. Prof. Moh. Yamin #4, Renon, Denpasar.
PO.Box 243
Tel. 235 092 Fax. 231 990
FRANCE
Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai #35X, Sanur
Tel. 285 485
GERMANY
Jl. Pantai Karang #17, Sanur
PO.Box 158, Denpasar
Tel. 288 353 Fax. 288 826
ITALY
Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai #126G, Sanur
Tel. 411 562 Fax. 289 743
JAPAN
Jl. Raya Puputan, Renon, Denpasar
Tel. 227 628 Fax. 231 308
NETHERLANDS
Jl. Imam Bonjol #599, PO.Box 377, Kuta
Tel. 751 517 Fax. 752 777
NORWAY & DENMARK
Jl. Jaya Giri VIII #10, Renon, Denpasar
Tel. 235 098 Fax. 234 834
SWEDEN & FINLAND
Segara Village Hotel
Jl. Segara Ayu, Sanur 80228
Tel. 288407 Fax. 288 021
SWITZERLAND & AUSTRIA
Swiss Restaurant
Jl. Pura Bagus Taruna, Legian Kaja
Tel. 751 735 Fax. 754 457
U S A
Jl. Hayam Wuruk #188, Denpasar
Tel. 233 605 fax. 224 426
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Tourist
Information Center
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Bali Tourist Information
Jalan Benasari 7, Century Plaza, Legian - Kuta
Tel. 754 090
Kuta Tourist Information
Jalan Legian 37, Legian - Kuta
Tel. 755 424
Bali Tourism Office
Jalan S. Parman, Renon - Denpasar
Tel. 222 387
Bina Wisata Ubud
Next to the Village's head office of Ubud
Tel. 973 285
Buleleng Government Tourist Office
Jalan Veteran 23, Singaraja
Tel. 0362 25 141
Jembrana Government Tourist Office
Jalan Dr. Setia Budi 1, Negara
Tel. 41 060
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Health -
Clinics - Doctors & Hospitals
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Bali has a several well-equipped hospitals providing
emergency and outpatient services. There are also
several modern and efficient medical service
centers on the island that have been established to
cater to the needs of foreign visitors.
Below is the list of health & medical service
centers & hospitals in Bali
KUTA
Kuta Clinic
Jl. Raya Kuta 100X, Kuta
Tel. 753 268
Pediatrician - Dr. N. Sugita
Tuban, Kuta
Tel. 751 301
SANUR
Bali Hyatt Hotel
Sanur
Tel. 288 271
G.P. - Dr. Coney
Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai, Sanur
Tel. 288 128
NUSA DUA
Nusa Dua Medical Service
Grand Hyatt Hotel, Nusa Dua
Tel. 772 392, 771 118
UBUD
Ubud Clinic
Jl. Raya Campuhan, Ubud
Tel. 974 911
Chiropractor - Dr. J. Taylor
Jl. Kajeng 35, Ubud
Tel. 974 393
DENPASAR
Kasih Ibu Hospital
Jl. Teuku Umar 120, Denpasar
Tel. 223 036, 237 016
Sanglah Public Hospital
Sanglah, Denpasar
Tel. 227 911
Foreign visitors are recommended to purchase a trip
insurance as medical services are not socialized in
Indonesia.
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