In Reply to: Driver / Guide posted by carwise on Wednesday, 14. July 2004 at 09:48 Bali Time:
Hi Carwise,
I have a driver who is impeccable. You could leave a bulging wallet on the car seat, with cash dripping out, and he wouldn't touch it.
Several friends of mine have used him and all sing his praise. He has a reliable car, not a van and speaks reasonably good English.
He's not a tour operator, but a personal chauffer who will take you wherever you want, make suggestions etc. He will go do errands and go shopping for you, but it sounds like shopping is YOUR domain!!!
One thing he DOES NOT do which I value, is take you to all his pretend "cousins shops" where he gets a kick-back and you usually get ripped off. Wherever you go, he will assist you in bartering if you ask him to.
I've booked him from the 20th to 26th but he's yours after that if you want. If you are interested, post a reply and I'll give you his details.
Also, I'm travelling on my own, so happy to meet up for a drink when you get there if you would like.
Paul