Hi Jennifer. I hope you're well and happy in life. :) Thanks for dropping by.

The expat life is one interesting ride as you say, putri. :)

Hi benny. I agree the beaches went on long enough. :) The shoes have sat on the back lawn and I feel they're almost good to go again. thanks for stopping by and saying hi. Cheers.

Hi Doug. It seems most people I know prefer periods between Bali and Australia rather than full time in Indonesia. Thanks for stopping by.

I live in the Pilbara so would go to Thailand Northern hemisphere in oz summer and maybe a Bali trip for a month at 1 or each end. Great friends in Bali that have worked all around the world on cruise ships. Travelling to many parts of the world on each contract. This has helped them and their families in Bali. Even have helped with visa applications to study in Australia. Such wonderful hard working and devoted people.

Hi Bernadette. thanks for the reminder of SUKU, I think you suggested I visit once before. I may go to Fremantle.

@@fiascodagama1 Yes I did but you had already left Perth. They are closed Monday and Tuesday so I hope you can pay them a visit and Fremantle is such a beautiful place ❤️

Thanks so much for your continued support, phys. Cheers.

That's very true, Cano.

Hi boomer. Thanks for taking the time to drop by and introduce yourself. Cheers.

Hi Claire. Thank you.

It's not a bad office. :)

Hi sari. Wow! I love the drive and desire to find your place with the determination to make it happen. You've certainly covered some ground in pursuing the life you wanted. well done. And thanks for stopping by to tell us. Cheers.

Thanks, Chiam. I appreciate it.

The M2 is great for me. I don't record in 4K so the processor isn't struggling at all with editing. I'm a bit of a Mac fanboy - I love the build quality, I find the user interface intuitive, I like the look of the thing, the Mac Air is the perfect size for travel...

@@fiascodagama1 Thanks for the feedback. Keep it up with your excellent channel.

It's a typical Aussie label, isn't it?

@fiascodagama1 yes but not very kind.

Cheers, Craig.

It's indeed a privilege we're very fortunate to have to be able to have these experiences in different places. lib. You're a very regular visitor for good periods as well. Thanks for taking the time, lib. Cheers.

As long as you found the right place for you,TRF.

Thanks, lib.

I'm sure there must some expats employed in Lombok but you're the first I know of. You live a very different life to many which I think is exciting, although for you it now feels like the norm, i guess. Really appreciate you taking the time, Neil.

@fiascodagama1 Hi Wayno, yes keep up the good content. I have to slip over to the UK next month (never been) for a 8 month project. So i will be in for a big shock thats for sure. Ill keep watching while i am there to make me home sick:)

Hello there. Thanks for dropping by. :)

Hi, blue. Sounds like you've been pretty busy, and I have to say Northern Sumatra is one of my favorite places in Indonesia. So glad you enjoy the little vids, and thanks so much for saying so. Cheers.

Thanks, rc. The city sure has gone through some big changes in the last few years. Cheers.

Ha! Ok, I'll go with the bird addict. Thanks. :)

Hi Darren. I'll probably do two days in Kuta then it's up to Ubud for three days then we'll be taking in most of the well known places like Amed, Lovina, Bedugul etc cheers.

Hi Sandie. Star is almost an institution in perth having been a busker in the mall for more than a decade. Perth City have actually put two star-shaped pavers in the two spots where she stands in recognition. Good reminder fonthe mozzie repellent, thanks.

Thanks, shape. appreciate it. Cheers.

Thanks for watching the little vids, Lee. Cheers.

I hope you enjoyed your stay here, Julie.

Hi Marion. And thank you for your kind support. There are many people who have been going to Bali for a while, understand the place quite well, and eventually move there to really enjoy life. Not everyone has the "Bob" story in their future. Cheers.

There are some interesting folk about - I enjoy listening to their stories also. It's been pretty brutal weather wise and a bit more to come maybe. Cheers.

Hey Ian. Thanks for the suggestion, it's a pretty good idea.

Thanks, Paul. Ok, straw neck ibis! Cheers

That would depend on who you asked, I guess. We're all drawn to different things in life and what might satiate yourself may not be for another. I think we have to remember that just because we might prefer certain things or experiences, conveniences, aesthetics, tastes or lifestyles ourselves, it doesn't mean everyone else will want it also. So, some might prefer Bali for the beaches, the food, the climate, the culture, the expat community, their job in Bali, their study, their Balinese partner...as you might prefer Perth beaches, food, climate...It's just a personal choice, isn't it?

@@fiascodagama1 If the cost of travelling to Europe was less than Asiap, and you could avoid the poverty, corruption, pollution, traffic and other chaos, would you still go to Asia.

@@DeeJay-t2g I've been to Europe many times (my family is from there) and still prefer Asia.

I agree it's easy to be swayed into the negative wherever you are, but trying to keep a positive attitude or outlook will help you considerably.

@@fiascodagama1 Indonesia is of course a developing countries, we Indonesians, even though, well some of us, may look like that we are living an adequate and decent lifestyle like those of you in western countries, I have to say we are all pretty much a self reliant society. Our government as you may see are not up to that level yet. Our infrastructures are barely there, law and order is pretty much at a minimum level and private sectors are quite dominant so these companies have a set of regulations of their own and they built what the government wasn't able to build, etc..etc. So if you were planning to retire in Bali with living details of western worlds in mind, you should research more like you said, Wayne. If you were prepared to be self reliant without the presence of a functioning government, then Bali might be a beautiful place. Like I said before, law and order is a mess, you may find a loop hole here and there and you could be experiencing "freedom" you may have not experienced in a nanny state. Be a self reliant, don't act like a bunch of nanny state wusses, then Bali is the place or maybe any other locations in Indonesia or south east asia. Well, it's cheap......right?

It's easy love anything and everywhere on holiday from work, that's for sure.

For some people I think it's better to have less time in Bali and love it rather than live there full time and become jaded. Thanks, TAG.

@@fiascodagama1 I have been coming since 1995 and love Bali, it's people and culture. For us I feel 3 to 6 months at a time will suit us perfectly. Unfortunately won't be for a few years yet. For now just regular holidays. Sanur is now our new favourite.

I believe some people are just taken by the place, understand its ways, and it's a completely natural progression for them to live there. You sound like one of those people, Nikki.

@@fiascodagama1 Yes we are very grateful for our great life here and our new journey in Bali, the predominantly Hindu way of life is so calming if you embrace it 🧘, and we feel a lot safer. WA was the best preparation, as the motto used to be….. what you don’t get done today, we will do it tomorrow😆😅🤣. We are very glad to be Australians, and grateful for what Australian instills in us

@@nexusportboy Great to hear you've been able to adapt and are enjoying Bali life, nexus.

It's taken me a couple of years to learn even the most basic Indonesian - I don't speak well. Having a dog is completely impractical for me traveling as much as I do.