subject: Putting Safety On Top Priority For Your Vacation In Bali [print this page] As with every travel, one should put your safety and health first if you want to have an enjoyable, relaxing and safe travel Bali experience. Generally, it is safe in Bali to travel and have your dream vacation getaway in one of their Bali resorts and villas.
Though Bali was the scene of lethal terrorist bombings in 2002 and 2005, which had targeted nightclubs and restaurants popular among foreign visitors, Bali security is consequently tight at obvious possible terrorist targets and even the Balinese themselves (who are depending on tourism for their livelihood) disapprove of the bombings and the terrorists behind them as it had caused terrible sufferings to their peaceful island paradise.
As a visitor, it is very important to put the risk in perspective. The sad fact is it is of course impossible to protect oneself fully against terrorism. The sadder fact is crossing Bali's roads is far more dangerous, the same as crossing in a highly-urbanized highway where cab drivers almost always try to challenge traffic rules, speeding too fast with less regard to traffic lights and pedestrians safety.
However, it is may still be prudent to avoid going to high-profile western hang-outs, especially those without security measures.
Petty scams are not uncommon in Bali, although you can easily avoid them with a modicum of common sense. If someone tries to approach you on the street offering a deal on souvenirs, transport, etc., do not deal with them and refuse their offer as you can rest assured that you will find yourself paying more if you follow your new found friend.
Make sure to guard your bags, especially at transport terminals and ferry terminals. Along with the risk of them being stolen, there are self-appointed porters who like to grab them without warning and then insist on ridiculous prices for their "services".
Though theft is a relatively low risk in Bali, it is not uncommon for snatching and theft to happen in hotel rooms and villas in Bali. If youre not careful and mindful of your belongings and locking your Bali villa room, thieves could break in and enter into your villa room and rob your belongings. Therefore, you should follow some precautionary measures. You could always keep your doors and windows securely locked when going out of your room, or at night. When exploring Bali, make sure to always keep your valuables in a front-carry pouch. Do carry only copies of your passports and travel documents; you must leave the originals locked up in your hotel or villa room.
Luckily, villa security is a key priority of most villas in Bali. Bali safety and security measures are implemented in most villas in Bali. Most Bali villas provide safety deposit boxes in their rooms where one can keep their valuables and important documents. Or you can use the hotel or villas safe or security box when available.
Hotels, resorts and villas in Bali also have 24-hour security with security guards available to assist guests during their stay.
Moreover, Balis hotels, resorts and villas do carefully select their team of highly trained, friendly staff who will ensure their guests experience in Bali is truly enjoyable and safe. These staffs are which may include an in-house chef, housekeepers, gardener, pool attendant and security guards are trained in proper health, security and safety protocols.
