In Reply to: As with most Asian stallholders...... posted by Baldie on Friday, 17. December 2010 at 07:32 Bali Time:
Wish someone had told me that before I went. I was young dumb & full of Rupes. Relax & don't look @ it like a confrontation, it's a conversation. Compliment the vendor, look for the older looking woman hopefully she'll be the owner. Compliment the stock, be friendly. They may also ask are you married,have children, what religion, you good body don't be put off by it, they are just genuinely inquisitive & friendly. Don't rush you've got all day. If your not having fun walk away.Get to know the money before you leave 20000 is $5, 90000 is $10, 190000 is $20 that sort of thing. Most things you'll be looking at in the markets won't cost hundreds of thou Rp. But Baldie mentioned the 2 biggest sins, agreeing on a price + not following thru & saying you'll come back. They will remember you a week later. Have fun!!