In Reply to: not looking forward posted by polgara on Wednesday, 20. April 2005 at 05:43 Bali Time:
Every time I go to Bali I psych myself up, I get all excited, I start packing 6 weeks prior to leaving, I sit on here all day and type, I plan every thing Im going to do, I count down the days, I dream about the beach, I call my friends in Bali every Saturday, woohoo, its all good until about 3 weeks before leaving. I vomit, I have panic attacks and anxiety, I can't sleep, I drink to relax(hahahaha, not unusual), I smoke more, I turn into a flat out freak and why? I HAVE NO IDEA!!!!!! Fact is Bali really is the island of the Gods, its so warm and peaceful, the people are wonderful, the food is sensational, the nightlife is fun, the days are long and really I could go on forever. Its all just pre-trip jitters which is totally normal and I know there has been bad press of late but put it aside, it really does happen everywhere and dont let other peoples stupidity and misfortunes turn you off. You will have the best time, you are going there to relax so try and relax getting there!! Im the best one to give advice cos Im such a head case myself and I know all the worry is for NOTHING! I went with 22 people back in 1998 and I swear it was the best holiday I have ever had, you will have a ball. Remember to relax and have fun but also, take other peoples advice and be careful, you always are anyway so of course you will be in Bali. Lock your bag. Every time I say to people "Im going to Bali in 40 sleeps" they all say the same thing but that same thing can be said about every where in the world these days, Bali is beautiful and you will have a great time. The only serious advice I find necessary to give is relax, have fun and please drink plenty of water.