In Reply to: schoolies posted by balisun on Friday, 3. February 2012 at 20:10 Bali Time:
Bali is really becoming a place to avoid during schoolies. The kids are loud, disrespectful and pretty much out of control. In Oz. the hotels/accom. have learnt that a large deposit or bond is necessary to cover damages. In Bali this does not exist and therefore makes it a very attractive place for those who have no respect for others or their property. Bali's freedom and lack of rules is also an enticement. Most of the kids party all night and sleep all day....so the major income winners in all this are the clubs and possibly Mackas. The small businesses and beach sellers make nothing from the influx of Ozzies. Maybe the airlines and hotels need to up their prices for this time of year to make Bali less affordable for schoolies. I'm all for kids letting their hair down and enjoying themselves, but not when its out of control and impacts on others.. Sadly there will be more accidents and deaths if it continues at the rate that it is