Many cultures also make a huge deal out of life events like weddings and funerals, mixing them with mesmerizing traditional customs and celebrations. There are also communal celebrations like a myriad of different ceremonies of harvest or thanksgiving, and special dates associated with legends or history.
Many Indonesians who find themselves in modern settings still find ways to integrate their traditions and cultural values into the contemporary lifestyle. We and our partners use cookies to better understand your needs, improve performance and provide you with personalised content and advertisements.
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Every place has a legend. Indonesians celebrate everything. Indonesians are traditional. Indonesians love making and performing arts. For anywhere between Rp. If you've coming to Bali after travelling through the rest of Indonesia, you may notice that the language is a little different here. It shouldn't cause too many issues, but it's something to be aware of. Certainly in Australia, Bali has a bit of a reputation.
It's kind of like their version of the Costa del Sol. However, whilst there is no denying that there are sections of the island hugely affected by mass tourism, it is absolutely possible to still find hidden beaches, quiet resorts and peaceful hikes - you just have to do your research first! Whilst some add this in to the menu price, others will include small print stating it will be added to the bill. This is completely legit, however, it's definitely something to be aware of as will add a hearty chunk on to your bill at the end of the meal!
Before heading out to Indonesia, I dutifully checked for guidelines on the presence of malaria in Indonesia - and was delighted to find out that the areas I was visiting are malaria free. But that doesn't mean that the mosquitoes have upped sticks and left. Additionally, if you're staying somewhere without windows or screens, consider a mosquito net. Bali literally has a restaurant to cater to every taste - and that includes vegetarians!
In fact, the busy areas of Kuta, Legian and Seminyak are teeming with organic, raw, health, veggie and even vegan restaurants. Even in the most traditional of eateries, you'll find chefs happy to alter a dish to make it meat free. Ah, tipping. This is a practice that continues to confuse us Brits - we don't want to appear rude, but we also don't want to pay extra when it's not necessary.
Thankfully, it's completely up to you here. If you were given particularly good service then a tip won't be refused, but you won't be considered a complete arse if one is not provided. The only exception here is in fancy restaurants where a service charge is often added to your bill.
Even on the quietest beaches across Bali, there will be at least a couple of women trying to sell you sarongs, bracelets or drinks, as well as those offering massages. Now, I'm pretty awful at ignoring these people, especially if they try and make conversation first. This will inevitably lead to first-world guilt and the purchasing of said bracelet for Rp. Unfortunately, and I say this from experience, it will not stop at one person - it's like you're seen as weak prey and descended upon by several woman all trying to sell you exactly the same thing!
It can be a bit overwhelming, especially if you're on your own. At the end of the day, a small amount of money to you could mean all the difference to these people, but don't feel pressured into buying everything. And if you are better at saying no than me, then do try and be polite even if the hawker isn't necessarily returning the favour. Even along stretches of coast that are traditionally safe for swimmers, sea conditions can change a suddenly, rip currents appear and the ocean become quite dangerous - even in the shallows.
Thankfully, along the busier beaches there is a system of places red flags in theses areas, so please do take note. Like several places in the world, Bali has banned Uber.
Nevertheless, as exciting and exotic as the country is, there are still some downsides to living in Indonesia. Depending on the origins of an expat, these things may be of little or no concern, but they are worth considering if thinking of settling in Indonesia. In Jakarta , the cultural side of life is rich with regular art shows, live music, and film festivals.
International rock bands and famous singers regularly perform gigs hosted in the city. There are plenty of excellent places to eat and drink or relax with a coffee. If expats finding themselves craving Western fast food, there are the usual American fast food joints dotted around most cities and international food is available in all the major tourist spots.
Expats in Indonesia will find themselves having to adjust to and respect the local customs. Islam is the majority religion and carries a conservative culture that may be difficult for expats to understand. The dress code is more modest than what some expats may be used to, and it's best to wear loose-fitted clothing and to cover knees and shoulders. For expats, especially women who feel isolated from their compatriots, there are a number of well-run and established organisations which host meetings, events and talks.
They offer support and can give help and advice on any number of issues that may arise. There are also various organisations that expats can join to volunteer if they would like to support one of the many charities that work in Indonesia.
The very young, the elderly and the sick are particularly vulnerable. Indonesia's poverty and the disparity between the rich and the poor is something that expats might find quite shocking.
Nothing can prepare expats for this, especially those coming from more developed and richer nations. For many Indonesians, living in poverty is all that they have ever known and there are few support systems to change this situation.
Finding accommodation in Indonesia, especially if spacious living is a priority, is difficult. Space is at a premium in Jakarta so expect to pay a lot more if wanting a house with a garden in an expat area. Most people opt to live in apartments. If choosing to live in an expat area, be prepared to pay a lot more than if living among the locals. In major Indonesian cities, traffic can be horrific so, ideally, expats should try to live somewhere that is as close to work as possible.
Most minor medical emergencies can be handled from within Indonesia.
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