Posted by Mitch on Friday, 19. February 1999 at 07:39 Bali Time:
In Reply to: Haggling ability and bag colour posted by brad on Friday, 19. February 1999 at 06:22 Bali Time:
Hi Brad,
Yet another Bali urban myth!!!!! Along with organ harvesting, amputated ring fingers etc. The best idea anyway is to learn the art of haggling before you go. Ask the best price, divide by about 3 then work slowly towards half the original. Talk to the staff at your hotel and find out the rough price for common items such as t-shirts, shorts, sarongs, massages, drinks on the beach etc so you have an idea before you start. Don't start to haggle and then walk away. It is sort of like a verbal contract, once you start then you must finish and buy something.
Enjoy!!!
Mitch