How is BALI in 2024? (Watch Before You Visit)

What is a Bali holiday like right now? Let’s discuss some pretty massive updates, upgrades and changes to Bali - there’s a lot going on right now! The answer though? Bali is still AMAZING! Get cheap flights to Bali here and thank us later: geni.us/lkbn9u ⬇ See below for more details and recommendations ⬇
We just got back from another epic Bali holiday - we got married, we explored, showed our family and friends some of the best things to do in Bali and helped them with a guide to the island. In this one I want to share some pretty massive updates, upgrades and changes with you for your own holiday!
You’re possibly one of the 130,000 that watched our 17 Things To Know Before Visiting Bali video, but there’s been some pretty critical changes to immigration and arrivals, money exchanges, sim cards, on the ground costs, traffic and transport exclusions since then!
If you’re planning to visit and you’re keen for a complete guide to Bali - including the best cafes and restaurants, where you should visit for your itinerary, were to stay, best things to do, our WhatsApp database of local drivers, visa instructions and so much more, it’s all in our full Bali guide that we will be updating regularly and accessible through a mobile app for your research and travels: GUIDE LINK HERE
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Chapters
00:00 Bali in 2024
00:43 Bali Guide
01:08 Visa Changes
03:27 Cheap Airfares
04:19 Sim Cards
05:30 Airport Transfers
06:50 Porter Warning
07:33 Traffic
08:33 Prices
09:18 Budget Options
09:56 Currency Exchange
11:30 Transport
13:29 How Is Bali?
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[@DanegerAndStacey]

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[@richiereid100]

Great update on what it’s like in beautiful Bali. I have been visiting the island for 35 years and count about 15 visits over the years. Seminyak and Canggu were dirt tracks and palm trees when I first visited in 1989. Can’t wait to get back again. Safe travels 👏❤️👏

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Amazing! I wish we could travel back in time and see what it looked like in those years - fascinating!

[@becg4407]

Brilliant video. We’re heading over in 3 weeks & this was exactly the info I was looking for. Thanks heaps legends

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Our pleasure!

[@travelertrome8449]

Your channel continues to be the best when it comes to tips and practical things when visiting countries. Thank you...again!!

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Glad you think so!

[@heatherfruin2371]

My husband and I have been going to Bali since 1988. So glad we went to places of interest and were the only tourists. These places are now overrun with tourists.

[@lsamg384]

Thank you so much. Going in June and was just starting to search this stuff, you made it so simple

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Glad it was helpful!

[@scottbaddr4025]

Thanks for that update mate, we refer to your videos all the time! We are in NZ South Island now and checking them daily as we make our way around. Bali is next month and this video is perfectly timed for us. 😊❤️

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Have fun! Glad these are helpful, we like being able to add more value than just the stock standard vlog style only!

[@stevenharrisnz]

Excellent breakdown! Accurate and useful info

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Much appreciated big dog!

[@AdventuresWithRy]

Loving Ubud atm! 😍 locals are so friendly. I watched your Bali guide video before coming here which helped me tremendously, thank you! 🙏 and yes, the e-gates at immigration were a breeze 😎

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Such a big improvement aye! Glad you're enjoying

[@ranjasengupta5151]

Thank you for very clear information. We will be visiting in June.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

You're welcome!

[@nl8644]

Great video thx a lot! Planning my solo trip and this one helped me a lot!

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Glad it helped!

[@juliannasignor1004]

thank you sooo much, by far thee most helpful balii video II have found and most updates!! thank you!!

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Whoop, thanks for that!

[@still_travels]

Hello I don’t normally comment on videos but thought this deserves one! Out of all the Bali videos we have watched you guys are our favourite! We are off to Bali in a couple of weeks and have learnt so much from you guys. You are so informative and your video editing is spot on. Keep up the awesome work :D

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Thanks so much!! That’s really nice to hear! Hope you have the most amazing trip

[@Random_Rover]

TYSMM! Im going tmr and just saw this. Still helpful tho thanks sm🙏🏻

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Cool! Hope you’re loving it

[@Random_Rover]

@@DanegerAndStacey tyyyy

[@simplylean7297]

Wow this was an amazing guide, thanks for the straight-to-point delivery you clearly know your stuff and because of that I have just purchased your guide to help me navigate my two-month solo travel to Bali this September - great work dude! 👊🏽

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Stoked to hear that, hope it's all helped plan the perfect trip!

[@theschofieldadventures1157]

Amazing knowledge and so helpful as it’s been 4 years since going to Bali

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Glad we can help

[@renatamortazavi2450]

Such an informative video as always. Thanks, Dane. It's lovely to see your hand with the wedding ring on it 😜👍🎉. Sending lots of love to both of you. 💖

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Yay, thank you!

[@seemarughani8317]

We’re off to Bali and this was such a great video to prepare us. Thank you!

[@Romulus_Maximus]

We are off to Bali too, feels like jumping to the unknown dont know what to expect

[@DanegerAndStacey]

You’re so welcome, enjoy

[@trainersebastian361]

well presented, kept me engaged the whole time. top notch video

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Awesome, thank you! Thanks for sticking around

[@michelletziarkas]

Thank you.. just booked our first trip.. need all the advice we can get!

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Have fun! Glad it was useful

[@sheridanrobbins3956]

Really helpful thanks

[@DanegerAndStacey]

You're welcome!

[@where_next_quel]

Really good, thank you!

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Thank you too!

[@petern6808]

Thanks for the update Dane. No Bali this year….back to Japan 🇯🇵 and Krabi, Thailand 🇹🇭 🇨🇦

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Cool! I have no idea why we haven't just booked Japan yet - we need to get there ASAP

[@nikkilogan7726]

Thanks Dane for the update! 😎

[@DanegerAndStacey]

You bet!

[@aprilbonson1771]

Awesome update.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Whoop, thanks

[@costasworldofmusicmemories5792]

Great tips in what to look for when visiting Bali. Our favorite town is Ubud. We enjoy it's natural beauty of terraced rice fields and lush landscapes. Dane, what do you think Bali will look like in five years? Hope married life so far is treating you well. Sending you lots of love ❤❤ Well Wishes from Richmond, Va. Harriet, Jim and Yuki

[@lesleymercieca6571]

Very informative

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Glad you think so!

[@whazoocafe2374]

Congratulation's on your marriage. I have enjoyed your videos.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Thank you so much!

[@gwynethglas-brown9171]

Beautiful wedding 🥰Hope your both doing well and Nalu too

[@DanegerAndStacey]

❤️

[@glories2276]

God bless Bali !

[@DanegerAndStacey]

❤️

[@waykiwayki]

Was great for covid time :) once the tourists starting to return....i ran as fast as i could.

[@seanrota3359]

Love Bali, returned to Auckland yesterday after short visit, Canggu is a nightmare with traffic be prepared even if you are on a bike, just a reality now.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Sad isn't it, but still so much goodnes there. Hope you had an amazing time

[@seanrota3359]

@@DanegerAndStacey Agree, have watched with interest the changes occur over 30 years huge transformation

[@EriKirGood]

A few of us travelling to Bali in June form the UK, Aus and NZ. We were sooooo confused about if we should do the EVoA online or not.. !. The internet sent me your video..boom decision done. Thanks so much

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Glad it was helpful! Have fun

[@carolinelane9599]

Make sure you use the correct site. Molina it's called. Strange name for a govt website to me.

[@lhenzy268]

@@DanegerAndStacey what’s the link for EVoA online ? Thank you

[@weekendseo8001]

Thanks a lot!! And how did you find the private driver for the half day? Did you use app?

[@danbull7053]

Where to do the Customs Declaration?

[@heatherfruin5050]

My husband and I have no problem recognising Bluebird Taxis. At night they can be hard torecognise but we've got them sorted.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Glad to hear that! Have you noticed how many have changed their name and colour to try and trick people?

[@lolabonita22]

It's my first time watching your channel! Awesome video! Question? I heard most places have cold pools. Any idea on how I can get a heated outdoor pool? They don't have a filter for it on any booking apps.

[@carolinelane9599]

I have never found that. Maybe if the pool was in the shade?? But believe me you will appreciate a cold pool if there is such a thing due to the heat.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Hey! As Caroline said below, don't think we've ever found a warm pool in Bali. The heat can be INTENSE, a cold pool is perfection

[@LPomare]

Awesome video ,good to have a honest insight , been to bali 3times love the island ,looking at moving there for 1year from nz with my wife and 3 year old son ,what visa would be the one to live there that long and is budget monthly rentals still around in kuta area ,if you have any advice or tips would so appreciate your honest feedback, thankyou

[@DanegerAndStacey]

That’s exciting! You really need to hunt out a visa agent who is local in Bali, there’s loads, ask how to make it happen

[@minhep6786]

Can check with u if its better to book accommodation online way ahead or can do 1 night b4 or even book at the hotel itself...also for gili t as well as kuta. Thks

[@samarhasob]

Thank you for the video. How can I get a private driver or join a tour guide group thing? I watched a lot of videos. No one explains this.

[@thejohnandrobbieshow9509]

How do you book a half day or day driver, thanks great video

[@thelastdyingbreed4646]

What is the best location to stay to cover seminyak and canggu? Advise please

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Berawa is probably the best, easy access to both

[@darksun3525]

Just bought flights for my little girl & I to spend a week in Bali in July .. kinda nervous now that it’s going to be a hectic nightmare! Would love to find quieter, traditional (and affordable!) places to stay and eat.. could any kind soul suggest a basic itinerary for such?! Much appreciated.. 🙏🏼❤️

[@DanegerAndStacey]

We hope you love it as much as us, and your girl! Everyone has different preferences, you will find what you want in Bali for sure. Our guide will help you a lot with those decisions, if you're interested in getting all the info you need right away

[@darksun3525]

@@DanegerAndStacey 🙏🏼❤️

[@chantelkistnan2148]

I want to travel alone through Christmas 2024 and New year ...is it advisable

[@zee8368]

I used the visa application you recommended (I'm from NZ) and Kiwibank is saying it looks fraudulent? Are you guys sure it is legit??

[@genegrant2777]

Filling out the customs declaration form online and its saying its 55USD? already paid the $50 for the visa and thought the customs declaration was free?

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Nope it's definitely free! Hopefully you've found the right website, might be some dodgy sites out there

[@justinwalker3235]

Make sure the site is legitimate!

[@cruisinglifewithken2697]

Thanks for the video. To be fair it might have been faster at the bloody airport with visa application, what a crap load of hoops to jump through for that and uploading all the documents lol. Also it seems there are a few scam websites for the tax that look similar to the real one... A quick note for anyone watching.

[@markjones-rc1nm]

the sim card..i take it will be a new number?

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Yes it will be. With a local sim you will need to remove your current sim (son can’t get calls on that number) with the eSIM option you will have two phone numbers simultaneously

[@nak8508]

VISA free if you're coming from ASEAN countries -- Brunei Darussalam, Burma, Cambodia, Laos, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

True!

[@Zebragirl_JoJo]

Wow I didn’t even think about the SIM card.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Glad it was helpful!

[@gemspiritmessages2754]

Went last November and beware of those porters at airport, as I took my bag of carousel he just grabbed my friends and my bag started walking towards immigration. I said no I can take my own bag Thankyou. He grabbed our bags again and started walking towards the taxi area demanding a fee. I said no, I’m not paying, my friend was terrified. Balinese are super friendly to get their money. I go every year so I was not fazed, my driver is always there. They are definitely getting rude unfortunately.

[@meladams9623]

Thanks, great info straight from the horses mouth so to speak!

[@DanegerAndStacey]

🐴 haha

[@zalzayer]

One good advice: if you find a resort you like.. WhatsApp them and you will get at least 20% less price

[@DanegerAndStacey]

For a lot of places this can be true, even more so if you’re staying long term!

[@captainreilly7053]

I purchased a visa through Indonesian E visa. Cost me $270 Australian with the tax. Did I get scammed?

[@DanegerAndStacey]

If you’re staying longer than 30 days then maybe it makes more sense, but it should not be that much. I’m sorry to say, I think you’ve either been scammed all together, or at least ripped off.

[@rebeccajones5580]

How do I find the bali guide

[@DanegerAndStacey]

It’s here 🫶🏼 geni.us/baliguide

[@unclechanbali]

Yes the traffic is one of tourists complaining about Bali But other then that Bali is good

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Still worth the visit though!

[@carolinelane9599]

When we were there it took us 2 hours to get from Legian to the airport. Luckily we always allow heaps of time. People on Bali Bogans have been saying getting through Immigration leaving is taking forever and people missing flights.

[@heatherfruin2371]

There's some very good budget accommodation and warungs. What? Exchange rate not as good??? Currently approx AUD1 = 10500. 1988 it was 1250 to 1500 and we had rates between 4000 to 9500 over the years. I hope it stays over 10000 rupiah otherwise Bali will become expensive.

[@BeeBaaTube]

Have you ever come to Thailand?

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Yes! We’ve got LOADS of videos from Thailand

[@BeeBaaTube]

I used to study in NZ, Christchurch during the 90’s (6 years). Love every bit of it! ❤👍

[@teamatheavenscent1863]

mate, bring back Stace!

[@DanegerAndStacey]

HAHA yeah totally agree with you!

[@MCblue13]

oh easy answer: expensive:)

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Not at all! It can be so incredibly cheap - not sure where you got your info

[@banane_goyave]

If you want to buy cheap food, then buy food from sellers who are not located in tourist attractions. but buy food from sellers located among local residential areas.

[@dylanlewis3668]

Canggu is ruined

[@heatherfruin5050]

I don't like Canggu. I preferred it when it was ricefields.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Compared to what and when? It's not ideal with all the traffic, we agree on that

[@dylanlewis3668]

@@DanegerAndStacey compared to pre Covid. It’s so overdeveloped now it’s unbearable and the prices are Melbourne prices

[@nintendolover114]

in other words, its way too busy now

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Not exactly, but it is definitely busy

[@guymind9463]

Sounds like a country not worth visiting at all considering there's plenty of other similar countries that do not hassle you with these nonsense like Indonesia does. For example; Thailand 🇹🇭

[@DanegerAndStacey]

What nonsense exactly? We've spent lots of time in Thailand too, more actually.

[@carolinelane9599]

We use to love Bali but it's changed since covid. Alot busier, expensive, scams and store holders more aggressive. Shame as it only use to take 4 hours to get there. We now prefer to go to Thailand or Europe. Maybe we have Just been there too many times and over it.

[@globalasia3768]

Disgusting dirty now

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Not true in the slightest

[@Joshacton]

I was really engaged until I heard all of the product placements. Really does minimise the credibility.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

We get it, but we have to pay the bills while simultaneously giving away years of local knowledge for free 🥹

[@shaunabs7681]

Boo….

[@daphnescombine]

Hardly any product placement except the airline.

[@andrewmorris2820]

Bali is Paradise Lost. I lived there for 14 years. Poor infrastructure, overdevelopment, influx of rude tourists, disappearing rice fields, pollution. Sorry Bali, you kind of did it to yourself.

[@matsaid3402]

Thank you to use my transport service during you in bali danegerandstacey makasih bro

[@DanegerAndStacey]

All good buddy! Thanks for driving us around!