In Reply to: A thought on 1st timers to Bali posted by Hillary on Saturday, 19. February 2005 at 09:08 Bali Time:
We went to Bali for the first time Oct 02. Just my husband and myself. On our transfer ride from the airport to Aneka Kuta I was in total awe. It felt like we were driving in the batmobile! When we checked in (it was getting dark) thought we would venture out for some dinner. Walked out of Aneka and turned right, walked awaile and found nothing so feeling apprehensive returned to hotel and ate room service and went to sleep. Didn't realize if we had turned left would have took us straight into Kuta square (oh well).
Next day walked through Kuta and was terrified of the hawkers. We got used to it after a few days and hubby ended up loving bartering.
Also was just afer the bomb and was VERY quiet.
Went back sep 03 with a group of ten (who most had been several times) and loved every minute of it.We stayed at MBR. It was a lot easier and lots of fun going with a group.
We are going back on the 7th March for our third trip (taking some newbies)staying at MBR again. And absolutely CAN'T WAIT!!! This time I know exactly what I want to do, buy, eat,etc. We are meeting up with friends there and hope to have a ball. Am hoping it is busier as we have not experienced it.
I think it gets easier after the first time. Then you end up a total addict planning your next holiday and spending endless hours glued to the forum!