Being unfaithful in Bali. Clickbait. Kind of.

[@craighughes5957]

No shame in not riding staying safe is more important, you're looking chilled buddy great stuff enjoy the adventure, cheers

[@WCMoss]

Cheers Craig. It feels good to be out and about.

[@robbradley9674]

Gday Wayne, been to Bali many time but never done the islands, will look into it next trip in Feb. love the new channel mate really different perspective and that you speak a lot of Bahasa. What’s your background mate, first time in Bali what draws you there etc. keep them coming mate absolute breath of fresh air cheers Rob from Gero

[@WCMoss]

Hi Rob from gero. :). Thanks. First time to Bali in 1985. Been traveling and living in the region in India, Nepal, Indo etc a bit. I'm drawn by the ease and attitude toward living, the cost of living, low stress... Background in publishing/advertising but didn't think much of it. Not driven at all by accumulation of wealth... Cheers.

[@mountainconstructions]

Really like your chanbel mate Watched a couple now Subbed and lookong firward to the journey

[@WCMoss]

Hey mc, thanks so much for the sub and coming along.

[@SandieAnnFletcher]

Woohoo you're off and running! Very enjoyable Wayne. Wow the room and brekky looked great. See you on the next video

[@WCMoss]

Hi Sandie. The brekky and room are good here. The owners of the guesthouse just came to my room with the family say hello as I have stayed here quite regularly over the years. And yes, we're on our way, I'm really excited to be moving again.

[@virgosoulartz]

well wouldnt you know it.. i really enjoy watching your perspective.. and i have learned i had my own issues with how i see things.. i really love bali. . and i relate .. have a great time

[@WCMoss]

Thanks, Virgo. Cheers.

[@itskolis]

Really enjoying this new format Wayne

[@WCMoss]

Thanks, itskolis. I have to admit just doing a walk and talk is really enjoyable - not thinking too much. :) Appreciate you taking the time to say.

[@David-uo2oc]

Hi Wayne, I've not been on a scooter for yrs,for similar reasons as you mentioned.although I would consider riding out of town where there is little traffic.

[@WCMoss]

Hi David. maybe it's age, wisdom, fear...whatever, I feel better for not doing it.

[@margaretsmollen405]

Nice room Wayne the area is, so different to the tourist area, Keep well. Thankyou.

[@WCMoss]

Hi Margaret. it is a lovely place to stay. Thank you.

[@lizcarlyle2477]

Selemat Malam, Baik sekali. I was always shocked I made it riding in a rust bucket from Timor to Roti & beyond. Keep going! What's the hurry? Going back 2 work?

[@WCMoss]

Good times. I have to admit being next to the ferries is giving me the urge to head east. :)

[@davidsolomon1085]

I had a compass tattooed on my...... It used to maintain a North heading, but now it just constantly stays South.

[@WCMoss]

Ha! there's medication to get you "traveling" again. :)

[@vickokoszka6836]

​@@WCMoss NO........🤔😁🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 DOES IT ALSO MAKE IT GLOW ? ASKING FOR A FRIEND ? HES KEEN TO GET SOME TRAVEL MILES IN......THATS WHAT HE TELLS ME ANYWAY. 🤯🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@BruceHaylock]

amazing insights on your vids

[@WCMoss]

Thanks, Bruce. Glad you enjoy it.

[@vickokoszka6836]

Absolutely RIGHT......if you were not there when HE DROVE THROUGH THAT GAP......THE ACCIDENT WOULD NEVER HAD HAPPENED 🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯🤣

[@WCMoss]

That's how it is.

[@trevoratkinson2420]

Hi Wayne. Nice vid mate. I like practicing the Bahasa also. 😊 What was the hotel you stayed at Padang bai? I’ll be going there in a month. Looked ok ✅. Cheers

[@WCMoss]

Hi Trevor. The place is called Harmony Guesthouse. There are two Harmony places run by the same family. I prefer their guesthouse that's in the centre.

[@edstraker8451]

Bemos are a good option Wayne. Only, make sure you get one with ultra dark window tinting and the cassette deck only plays 'The Best of Scorpion ' for that authentic 80s experience. 😉

[@WCMoss]

I'm so glad for types of followers i've got. Hilarious. just as I remember the bemos from the 80s.

[@iansmith7894]

Hi Wayne, this is great, Thanks

[@WCMoss]

A big thanks to you for continuing to support these little vids, Ian. Appreciate it.

[@aussiejos4453]

When I went from Gilimanuk to Java omg this thing took cars trucks and people. The first thing we said once one was christ the rust is what is holding this thing together. On the way back the Captain let my son who was about 3 steer the ferry I have beautiful photos of him with the captains hat on.

[@WCMoss]

That's a great memory for you and son, Jos.

[@vickokoszka6836]

I totally get the not biking on the trip.....and YES, I would have seen that accident as a bit of a........ "ARE YOU SURE THATSBA GOOD IDEA MOMENT " My prefered way to travel is....when buget isnt a great concern is getting a driver....even just to the next stop where I want to explore......find a place to stay that feels good and suits my needs and thats my base for a week or so....... And I love to do the walks, like yourself. I feel we miss so much as we set our mind on just getting to the next place. All the places we travel through to get their have their stories to tell, they are also a destination. Also I feel and sense so much more when walking......there is no disconnect and in a place like Bali it is not good to be in that mindset. Youll laugh at this I only scrolled down whilst watching another channel, yes.....its true.......I have been seeing other channels. 😂 And almost scrolled past....didnt recognize the hat and shirt. Already seeing this 2nd channel as a really wise move.....its a little more educational in the fact we actually get to explore these places with you and get a bit of history and the particular industry or villages stategic location for ??? Thanks Wayne..... 🕊🙏💙🙏🫵

[@WCMoss]

Appreciate you coming along, Vicko.

[@kmcg3791]

Ah, the delights of the warungs along the front at Padangbai, the semi-organised chaos of the pier, The Golden Queen boats . . . then (for us) Candidasa and the golden sands of the Gilis. You might struggle for bemos going north, but bikes can be lethal in the wet - and it is, after all, the rainy season!

[@WCMoss]

Hi Kevin. i think it was The Golden Queen I used last time as well. i'm a little disappointed at not riding around Bali on a bike again, it's such a joy. Padangbai is a great little port, I think.

[@steveroperfilms]

Good to see a bit of Padangbai again. Next to . where the fish was being grilled is where I filmed my Jukung [double outrigger canoe] being built. Opposite is the 'Talk of the Town' cafe, and worth a visit. If you do say hello to Kadek, the owner, from Steve. The Jukung docos are on my you tube channel steveroperfilms. Cheers. ps. There's a regular Bemo service from Padangbai to Candidasa.

[@WCMoss]

Appreciate the info on Bemos, Steve. The outrigger sounds like a great project.

[@vickokoszka6836]

Your Indonesian is feeling much more relaxed.....getting that nice flow going now Wayne. And generally is an indication of that jumping off point and becoming more expansive conservational Indonesian....think you may even suprise yourself at how quick you start picking up more and more. 🙏💙🙏

[@WCMoss]

I hope you're right. :)

[@elliot1066]

Good work Mate, I think you should brand that hat and sell it as merch - very cool 👍🙂

[@WCMoss]

Found it in the the bottom of the wardrobe when home recently and forgot I had it. Good idea with the merch. :)

[@TheEddieToro]

Wayne always go with your gut feeling. I have made the mistake a few times and paid the price for having not heeded my gut feeling. Last time it cost me dearly back in Udaipur. We talked about it if you recall. My food poisoning before we met.

[@WCMoss]

Listening to one's intuition is important, Eddie, that's for sure.

[@TheEddieToro]

@WCMoss Totally 👍🏻

[@ausjen]

So glad you didn't hire a bike. I'd go by foot and bemo too, so slow travel is more relevant to me and a lot of others I imagine, awesome start to your journey

[@WCMoss]

Hey, Jen. Just want to acknowledge your ongoing support of the channels. thank you.

[@paulmarchant7418]

Cheers again Wayne always interesting either channel . Are you heading to Amed ?

[@WCMoss]

Hi Paul. Amed was in the original plan but being around these ferries makes me want to head east out into Eastern Indonesia. :)

[@danielweekes8151]

Hope you're gonna try the pepes before you leave padangbai as it's delicious! Couple of words you might use when wondering about and people ask mau ke mana. You can reply makan angin= eating wind or cucui mata = washing eyes. Both are taken to mean that you are just out and about checking things out

[@WCMoss]

Ha! I'm going to have to start paying you soon, Daniel. thank you. i will try the pepes.

[@brentonlyon6586]

Don't worry about not being on a bike, sit back, relax and take it all in. I tend see more when when I'm not concentrating on road conditions and traffic.

[@WCMoss]

That's a pretty good point, Brenton. Cheers.

[@virgosoulartz]

and yeah your right. although i tried to always pay people a fair price.. i still took the cheapness and also yes i got absolutely mauled before of people asking me for money every day,, and i got really tired of it,, some people even got mad at me .. i had to learn alot .. but bali has a specail place in my heart

[@WCMoss]

It can get tiresome but over time I find you just reset a bit and let it go.

[@virgosoulartz]

@@WCMoss yes true,, letting go is good in many ways in life im learning

[@retribution999]

A bike in the rainy season can be a pain. I just got a good quality cape which covered everything which meant i can keep going no matret what and always have a set of dry clothes and a towel under the seat. You really cant beat a bike for getting around Bali. Accidents must be avoided at all costs, youre bang on about local attitudes. I always find it frustrating the lack of fish in Bali considering its an island. Thai islands are considerably better for that.

[@WCMoss]

I'm envious of you if you're getting around on a bike yourself, rb. I love touring Southeast Asia on a bike but this time it just didn't feel right.

[@retribution999]

@WCMoss If it didn't feel right then you made the right choice. Always follow inner convictions, they're rarely wrong. Stay safe.

[@jennynairn1388]

2:44 I think she said tujuh enam! As in 76, but that couldn't be correct 😅

[@razbakar7889]

Correcting you, respectfully: She did say "Cucu, enam".... Cucu, in Bahasa Indo / Malay = grandchild(ren). Easily misheard for 'Tujuh enam' fersure.... :D :D

[@jennynairn1388]

@razbakar7889 ah thanks. I thought that was weird. Yes, cucu. That makes sense.

[@ronsudden2257]

Maybe a good thing to back off the bike option considering the time of year and road conditions so just a more slower and laid back but just as interesting few weeks. Safe travels.

[@WCMoss]

Cheers Ron. I kinda agree. Thanks.

[@sonnyday6830]

Do you know what that big concrete building is going to be?, looks out of place

[@WCMoss]

Looks awful, doesn't it? I don't know what it will be - I'll ask tomorrow if I remember.

[@robertmartell3845]

The rainy season is definitely here now, it is probably a good idea to ditch the bike and go by various mobile.

[@WCMoss]

Yea, just had that feeling. Sometimes best to listen to our instincts.

[@ivaweir2899]

Stayed at Bloo lagoon up the hill wonderful views. Pity those boats pollute what would probably be one of the most naturally beautiful bays in Bali. crying shame.

[@WCMoss]

One could imagine what the bay looked like with just a few local prahu in the water.

[@marisayoung8670]

Good move not to ride the bike. I’ve seen too many serious road accidents in Bali. Visited there years ago and found some fabulous gamelan musicians rehearsing in one of the back streets.

[@WCMoss]

Looking forward to a walk through the backstreets tomorrow and now I'm excited, Marisa. Yes, what's the point of growing older if we're not going to be a little smarter. :)

[@MrRedback22]

👍

[@WCMoss]

Thanks.

[@RonMcCullough-h1l]

ikan pepes - my favourite Balinese dish

[@WCMoss]

Hi Ron. A few have said that now which means I have to try it tomorrow.

[@PeterC245]

The old saying is if the Falung wasn’t here , the accident wouldn’t have happened

[@WCMoss]

That's it, Peter.

[@dannieduplessis2432]

I never go anywhere other than a bike, rain hail or shine....it's called laziness....

[@WCMoss]

Ha! many of us relate to the lazy aspect, I think.

[@5u1ton]

ᴋᴇʀᴇɴ 👍.

[@WCMoss]

Thanks

[@rhettshipley4593]

Good to see you got there safe Wayne. I didn't like the colour of that poncho your bought. Need bright colours if you are out especially on a bike. You look almost the same as that bloke on your other channel.

[@WCMoss]

They reckon we look a bit similar. i reckon the other guy is a bit slow.

[@jimmyd6279]

@@WCMoss Doppelganger!

[@rhettshipley4593]

@@WCMoss Bahahahahahahaha

[@rhettshipley4593]

@@WCMoss You know what they say about a rolling stone

[@riverleigh8]

Any car is also in the wrong vs a bike

[@WCMoss]

Indeed. Thanks, rl.

[@riverleigh8]

@@WCMoss I saw that happen in Jakarta and asked whats going on as a heap of motorbikes surrounded a car and that was what was explained to me.

[@riverleigh8]

@@WCMoss Also Padang bay used to be the place cruise ships would enter and use tenders to the wharf, back in 1995. The wharf if its the same looks like it got a decent upgrade since then. Benoa I think is where they go now and was likely dredged for that purpose.

[@Ystari86]

Hi Wayne, you mentioned about Timor island, have you been to Timor before?

[@WCMoss]

Hi Ystari, Yes, Ive been to Timor a couple of times as well as Rote.

[@Ystari86]

@WCMoss Oh wow great. Enjoy and be safe on your trip 😊

[@WCMoss]

@@Ystari86 Thank you.