In Reply to: Disheartened - Help please posted by Mez on Wednesday, 30. March 2005 at 11:23 Bali Time:
We decided a few years back that Bali had lost its magic and another Asian destination was required. At that stage we had been regular Bali visitors. Had previously been to Singapore and Penang a few times, Bangkok and Hong Kong. Decided on Patong in Phuket. Three trips later Phuket had lost its magic as well. We've now found Bali again and will be back in August for my 22nd visit and the better half's 15th. I really think Bali is a state of mind thing and other than unforseen circumstances, what you get out of it is entirely what you put into it. Madge in her post is in my opinion right on the mark. Most of our best times and experiences have come out of nothing and usually involve going to different places and/or meeting different people. Planned adventures that go down well are always a bonus though. To me a walk along the beach or a day in a rowdy bar swilling down the Bintangs can have the same therapeutic effect. For preservation sake, the roles should be reversed the next day. [LOL] I hope Mrs Beefy that the magic of Bali returns for you sooner than later.