Is Bali Dangerous

[@221gisele]

Lived in Bali for a year now and as a young solo female I have not felt unsafe once thankfully.

[@rikiyaaragaki]

it's just the same all around the world, just see the crime statistic in the youtube and a lot of 3rd worlds countries is a way safer than the west

[@crypticcomputing604]

So is just fear-mongering? Thank you

[@bertronix182]

Scams are everywhere just because you havent experience bad yet you are safe on that coz everyday is a new day.

[@udunnan1720]

@@bertronix182 yeah...I am waiting for a tourist sweeping

[@Dave-bq2rx]

can you say more about your experience? please

[@baddersabout5383]

Home after 3 weeks in Seminyak. Not one problem. This was my 9th time in Bali. Know what you are doing and research everything, you will have a great experience.

[@crypticcomputing604]

Hi there, in April will be my first time in Bali. I understand you're almost a citizen there at this point 😅 Do you have any advice for newcomers? I will go with my girlfriend and my son (5). If you can give us any type of valuable advice ... Thank you so much! Happy new year!

[@baddersabout5383]

@@crypticcomputing604 Research, research, research. Everyone wants a different experience in Bali. Understand the type of holiday you want and know what to expect re where you are staying and the type of location it's in.

[@Steve-tn5cr]

Seriously? You think someone that has been to Bali on holidays actually knows about the place? It takes decades of living there to know that we know very little​@@crypticcomputing604

[@lachlanstine4349]

Great video Muzza! I had a similar experience with some ladies coming up to us asking if we wanted some fun etc. It was in Kuta after leaving some nightclubs and after having maybe one too many drinks we didn't even notice they had grabbed our phones out of our pockets! luckily I felt my pockets as we were walking away and managed to confront them before they got on their scooter and left. We certainly didn't let it ruin our experience of Bali but it was definitely an eye-opener! Just remember when having a few drinks to always double-check your pockets every few minutes just in case!

[@gavinjones4452]

I use chest bum bag never had problem best way get around in bali that's foreshore

[@JulesOnTheSouthCoast]

These things have been happening for a long time. I lived in Bali in the 90’s and met a lot of people who had been scammed or pickpocketed or ripped off in one way or another. If you’re sensible and take precautions you will enjoy your holiday and feel more relaxed as you don’t have to be worrying about your belongings all the time. Hide your phone and money underneath your clothes in travel safe type bag’s that can’t be cut or ripped off you. Changing money at your hotel or a legit money changer as close to your hotel as possible so that you can quickly return your passport to your room safe. Bali is such a beautiful island with wonderful people who depend on tourism to survive and it’s unfortunate that petty crime ruins it for some people. Stay informed of current scam trends and be safe but don’t let it stop you from experiencing a beautiful culture and an island paradise! ❤️

[@skranz7790]

I've never seen any crime where I live in Bali. Because I stay away from "the center" (ie. Kuta/Legian/Seminyak/Cangu/Ubud, etc.). Also, I've never gone to a money changer in Bali. It's best to use Wise, where you can keep multiple wallets in different currencies (80 currency choices if I remember correctly) and exchange back and forth at will with competetive exchange rates. Then you simply go to the ATM and withdraw cash from your digital wallet storing your local currency. It's easy, cheap, and safe. That's all I've done here for 2 years. Works perfectly. I've used it in Malaysia, Japan, and Indonesia.

[@furball8967]

Indonesia and Indonesians are beautiful and generally very courteous and good people. I’ve travelled there over a 100 times and encountered the odd con. But, way less than that I’ve experienced on the Gold Coast QLD or Alameda LA.

[@skranz7790]

@@furball8967 Yes, from what I've seen on Java and Bali Islands, that is true. But, Lombok can be a bit dicey. It's best not to drive around at night in Lombok, as random gangs have been known to create traffic blockades whereby they will rob drivers and passengers under threat of kinife attack. This goes for not only tourists, but locals are afraid of this at night too. One female tourist lost her arm trying to fight back. The taxi driver bringing me to my hotel would only pick me up at the ferry port up until a certain time, because he didn't want to be driving back home after the sun went down because of the risk. Though, since the video is specifically about Bali, I will say that I've never heard of any of this type of danger in Bali.

[@JulesOnTheSouthCoast]

@@furball8967 I love the people of Indonesia! I have family in Bali and Lombok! Even the people who have very little would give you the shirt off their back if you needed it! ❤️

[@furball8967]

@@JulesOnTheSouthCoast 100% with you on that!

[@kitatit]

Absolutely, there is nothing to be gained by rubbing people’s nose in your wealth. It makes you a target. Risk for no benefit. Well said video.✊

[@luke0b708]

Ive been going to Bali and other parts of Indo for 25 years. Never had a problem really.

[@Vjoy168]

Good on you 👍😊

[@hawkers94]

same here. I dont wander around home drunk and vulnerablle at night and I dont do it in Bali either.

[@PaulCross-d4p]

The only problem I've ever had in Bali are drink idiot Australians

[@83Favil]

Exactly. This type of person is common in Bali and they're no different in Aus. Unfortunately you can tell a book by its cover here and these people attract trouble - late 50s tatted up singo wearing, non family man dude. I have tattoos all over too so no prude. Don't hang out at clubs late at night, don't get smashed out on the town, appreciate their traditions and you'll be fine. He's going on about he or his friends getting into trouble for walking back streets late at night or dodgy massages 😂 Same as in your home country, don't look for trouble and you won't get it.

[@mechanicaltypewriteroperat9885]

Well i guess you didn’t go to the inner city or slums

[@juliewoodeson9742]

A big thank you for being so honest. The information will help tourists not fall into the traps. The Balinese are beautiful people

[@spiro190]

Yes the Balinese are beautiful people. The majority are the bad asses are Javanese, other Indi islands and some Brazilian and now Russians blokes.

[@vickokoszka6836]

YEAH......THEM RUSSIANS

[@libatalklieb5793]

No they are not.

[@mariangrimsdell1112]

@@spiro190agree 100% that has been my experience too in Bali, my first trip I stayed in Kuta and had three different incidents with Javanese people, my second trip was great, no problems but I stayed at Nusa Dua , there was a lot of security at the local shopping centre and around in general.

[@TheSimpleLivingAussie]

I'm an Aussie from WA. Never been to Bali but always wanted to go. Would be traveling alone so safety was a concern that stopped me going. But videos like yours gives me a little more confidence to make the trip. New years resolution for 2024 is go to Bali. Thanks for the vids 👍

[@wegwre]

You'll be right.

[@maxpower1361]

I've been alone, it was fine. But in saying that I didn't always feel safe in Bali. In thailand or cambodia I have never not felt safe.

[@MurrayWilkinson1]

Stick to sensible areas if you are concerned, like Sanur. Don't get drunk and walk home alone. Simple.measure will keep you safe

[@crustydownunder]

We got scammed of over $500. We booked a Villa for 2 weeks, and after the first week, the owner kicked us out because he had someone else booked in. Never got reimbursed. Nobody even said "sorry about that!"

[@dragonemperor202]

U should go to the police then, but best u need to ask someone who can speak bahasa first

[@crustydownunder]

@@dragonemperor202 The police came. They didn't even speak to us. Apparently, the guy we booked with, wasn't the actual owner, he just subleased the villas. I'll be far less trusting if I ever go back to Bali.

[@dragonemperor202]

@@crustydownunder actually under Indonesian law u still can proceed with it to the court as the law already promulgated that a building cannot be re rented again unless with the agreement of the owner, in which the owner should be the one responsible if such things happened

[@icemanire5467]

What did you book on?

[@bertronix182]

Indonesian police can't even undersand and speak english thats why they won't help coz they can't understand. It's absurd and very hassle if you visit on a country that cant speak and understand basic english.

[@elsienorback7689]

I was on a massage table and had my necklace stolen after I had taken it off for the massage. I always keep my money with me, so they didn’t get to it. I was disappointed that they stole my necklace I just bought from Maui, Hawaii. It wasn’t expensive but just the thing of getting ripped off pissed me off. I made sure everyone knew someone in that establishment stole an item from me.Let’s say, I didn’t leave quietly and all other customers were aware or to check their belongings.

[@77naaz]

Your fault

[@Anthony-p2f7u]

Happy endings?

[@viviennemeurs247]

Would love to do a meet and greet when I’m over for three weeks in February. I’m a 67 yr old female travelling solo. Great advice, l always leave all my jewellery at home and buy a watch for a few dollars in Bali. I’m a new subscriber, so I’m going to start binge watching your videos.

[@bg588]

You sound a lot smarter than old Baz

[@markahyee6319]

Take a junker phone too if you have one. Keep any top line Samsung or Iphone out of sight

[@viviennemeurs247]

@@markahyee6319yes I’m actually thinking of taking my old i phone.

[@JG-yp6pt]

Go to Japan. Very safe. No criminal behaviour. Everyone is polite. Great things to do and see.

[@jenniferrosebruce6385]

Thailand very safe too. Lived here 10 years. Only thing that will kill me is this blady heat haha

[@quarkcypher]

I agree with you about Japan. I find Taiwan, South Korea, Hong Kong and Singapore safe as well. I can wander around without any concerns about safety.

[@johnwright9372]

Generally Japanese are very honest. In the last few years there have been reports of restaurants charging tourists double what they charge locals.

[@nickdaskalakis9289]

​@quarkcypher yes indeed, safe as 😊

[@wayneanthonyholmes4437]

@@jenniferrosebruce6385 Absolutely Thailand is safe,so is Indonesia Incidents like this can happen anywhere..First day in Holland many moons ago,was robbed in a packed decent bar by ..300 us was gone ,the lady sitting next me picked my pocket!

[@davdav8709]

I went to Bali in 2012 for a mates wedding, was a good time. Now I'm returning to Bali Dec 2023 with my 8 year old son, we're only staying 3 days as an extended lay over before the Philippines, hopefully we don't have any trouble.

[@MurrayWilkinson1]

Don't go into the dodgy areas and you will be fine

[@katesteinfort9709]

I’m a 59 year old Australian and have visited Bali on and off since 14. Bali has always been like this and it is never the Balinese. Always other Indonesians. The Balinese always use to say they are Javanese.

[@mbojoinsight]

Balinese and javanese is different tribe

[@udunnan1720]

@@mbojoinsight like Westralian and eastralian, 666 vs 999

[@adityakusumajaya4425]

Yep,, always blame another people, like they're the most holy

[@garrymoss2079]

Thanks Muzza , Just because your on holidays doesn’t mean you should drop your vigilance. 👍

[@kimberlymanning7587]

Love your videos. Keep being awesome. Might have to drop by Stonewall in a couple of weeks when we are there

[@ekko6757]

Also had "happy pills" planted on me in a nightclub there. Lucky I discovered them in the bathroom and flushed them as cops had entered the club and singled me out for pat downs. They were confused when I came up empty. Be very careful in Bali

[@JonathanLifeisForLiving]

That's nuts, where was this which part and club?

[@jimbart7859]

Absolutely full of it, stop lying

[@ekko6757]

​​@@jimbart7859I'm not the 1st and certainly won't be the last. Also had a taxi driver try to make me get out in an alleyway so his friends could jump me. Apparently an old trick.

[@mra6308]

​@jimbart7859 you must be one of them cops

[@zentriffid]

cool story bro

[@alexwest4629]

It was explained to me by a local in Thailand 18 years ago. People kept trying to scam money out of us (which we did not have). When I explained to them that I am considered 'poor' in Australia, they simply said, you are traveling to another Country, therefore you are way richer then we will ever be.

[@junglegymbali5136]

I live in Bali since 12 years and you are right you are a walking ATM that's it they not respect us I can prove that I don't have any friends and I don't need them I just locked the nature and the temperature the climate that's why I'm here stay healthy

[@hariepotter8992]

that's so true. I'm a local but live in oz. average salary in indo is like $200-$400 a month if you converted to AUD. you can get that amount in a full day work in oz. even though living costs is cheaper overthere but it doesn't really weigh up. so they'll always consider if you're a foreigner or you're rich.

[@me16-bh4om]

​@@hariepotter8992not all of us like that.

[@crypticcomputing604]

​@hariepotter8992 so they just approach people and start trying to steal them? Almost feel like bringing weapons with me on my next trip to Bali...

[@hariepotter8992]

@@crypticcomputing604 no. like he said in the video it's very rare. it's just how locals view foreigners money wise. obviously not everyone is like that, most of us don't give a shit tbh we just wanna get on our lives. just be careful around Denpasar area like in most crowded cities there's always something happening.

[@okagoblin]

as you said, those problem not came from Balinese. i hope things like this wont tarnished Bali reputation overall. stay safe and have a good time, bud. always go with your trusted driver or guide, you gotta have one. when you have one guy that can make your live easier and safer, that worth all the money. they gonna give you all the information that you needed, place to go or not to go.

[@jacivee7201]

Thanks Muzza! Great advice as always. See you in August next year!

[@sandy-quimsrus]

I remember a David Attenborough interview when he was asked where was the most beautiful place in the world. He answered Bali but in 1959 before all the bloody tourists.

[@anthonydowling3356]

It was still nice when i last visited around 2008 .Now with mass tourism i am not so sure .It still has its strong culture though ,and beautiful gardens etc .

[@peelypeelmeister6432]

I got fed up with people offering drugs and women. I started visiting Vietnam and in the 8 or 9 times there I was asked once in Ho Chi Minh City.

[@gizza26]

Mass tourism has killed Bali. So much more to Indonesia than just Bali.

[@stevep2430]

Not the Bali I remember of the 70's, single lane road with more people walking down the road than cars with the odd bike. The buildings have changed, what I remember was more like outdoor market feeling with stalls and chooks running around and from what you are describing, the the people were more trust worthy and friendly, do anything for you back then. Oh well so much for progress.

[@senianns9522]

Wonderful place in 73-74 ! Shame these places are all changing due to the 'class' (?) of the visitors!

[@zlo333]

@@senianns9522 called progress , your grandparents rode horses too, to young ones u r grand pa as well

[@skateboarding118]

@@zlo333Equating technological advancement to ‘progress’ is such an outdated 20th century notion.

[@lilliankeane5731]

I found Singapore a safe and friendly city for those obeying the laws. Everything you need is in Singapore. Class.

[@SuperNomad9]

It's as expensive as Western countries so most aren't moving there for any significant period of time.

[@lilliankeane5731]

@@SuperNomad9 yes, ‘cheap’ is not always best though, ye get what you pay for.

[@SuperNomad9]

@@lilliankeane5731 Well, yeah. Better to vacation in Singapore. Bali is a trashy corrupt dump.

[@lilliankeane5731]

@@SuperNomad9 😁agreed.

[@neillewis785]

YES Singapore is clean,safe and if you shop around for food and drinks ,you can get a good deal with quality

[@debraokane8426]

My son just got back from Bali first night out to dinner in a nice restaurant in Kuta, he got up to leave walked a few steps away, he just remembered he left his phone on the table went back to get it. Already had been stolen off the dining table from the staff who had just cleared the plates away. No they did'nt give it back.

[@danzilmack9325]

Good advice mate. You gotta be careful in these places.

[@gumbie007gumbie007]

Literally at the airport right now watching while waiting

[@vickokoszka6836]

REALLY TIMELY REMINDER.... THIS GOES FOR ANY HOLIDAY DESTINATION. THE VERY FIRST THING I UNDERSTOOD ABOUT A HOLIDAY IN AN UNFAMILIAR COUNTRY/ LAGUAGE/ CULTURE, IS YOU ARE 100% RESPONSIBLE FOR YOURSELF. IT IS FAR EASIER TO BE AWARE THAN IT IS TO TRY TO SORT THINGS OUT AFTER THEY'VE HAPPENED..... LEARNT A LOT VERY QUICKLY.... YOUR RIGHT MUZZA, MOST IF NOT ALL OF THESE OPPORTUNISTIC CRIMES/ SCAM ARE NOT BY THE BALINESE.....IF ANYTHING THE LOCALS JUST TRY IT ON WHEN YOU ARE HAGGLING THE PRICE OF GOODS. LIKE ANY TOURISTIC DESTINATION, WE GO THERE TO COMPLETELY RELAX AND ARE SO BLISSED OUT ON HOW WELL WE ARE TREATED, THAT WE DROP OUR GUARD....THATS WHEN THE OPPORTUNIST STEPS IN. THANKS AGAIN MUZZA, ALWAYS GOOD CONTENT AND REMINDERS👍🙏

[@gastongeneral6861]

Capitals?

[@edwinpio4530]

Why are you shouting?

[@gastongeneral6861]

I can not hear. Could you shout louder? Maybe you don't know. If you use capitals it means you are 'SHOUTING". I must admit, I only found this out a few years ago!!!

[@eli_manguala]

from my experience living in Bali for 2 years crime and especially violence is way lower than in the west. i could give numerous examples. does anyone have a study on that?

[@Bikerman2022]

Been to Bali many times. I took the advice of a local early on. He reckons when you go out just take enough cash don't have a wallet bulging your pocket. No watch/jewelry and don't get too pissed if you are on your own. Served me well and I used to walk home from the Double Six club at 3am. Same for massage joints, just take enough cash. Those baskets on the floor are a treasure trove for poor Javanese/Balinese.

[@CJ-yb8uw]

Thanks

[@MurrayWilkinson1]

Thank you CJ

[@svman102]

What a great video Murray, such needed advice..also if your looking for a great seafood restaurant try Yogis Paradise & Grill you won't be disappointed😋 ❤

[@regscott6708]

Amazing steak too and the waiter and waitresses go above and beyond

[@i_love_rescue_animals]

You seem like such a sweetheart. I've never been to Bali, but if I ever do, I'd want to drop by your tattoo shop, just to say "hi" - especially since I'm a tattoo enthusiast as well. Thanks for the advice to travellers. ❤

[@pnmarquet]

I'm always careful with what walk around with. Cheap waterproof digital watch, no other accessories. I keep my main wallet, credit cards, several days worth of IDR cash and passport securely at hotel. I walk round with a cheap wallet with just one day worth of cash and my phone in pants front pocket. Small tip to avoid being hassled for transport, I keep my scooter key on a carabiner attached to the front of my pants so I can just point to it. Even if you don't have transport over there, grab a spare vehicle key from home and use that - it save you a lot of time/hassle.

[@MurrayWilkinson1]

Great advice

[@timekeeper580]

I laughed in the beginning as he talking about getting stabbed in New York and a women yells out. I LOVE YOU SIR. He smiles 😃 and carries on talking about crime.

[@wagebnr9395]

Hallo mr ?

[@GA-ik6pi]

I have to say, VERY informative and extremely helpful 😊. I’m looking to travel to Bali in November on my own (solo female), so this for me really helps. I’m not a party party person, so won’t be looking to go out late at night anyway. However, it’s still useful to know and also to be aware of your surroundings. I felt safe walking at 2100 at night in KL, and didn’t go out too late when I was in Patong, Phuket either. Felt safe. If you got any tips of where’s best to stay (been looking at Kuta/Legian and now Nusa Dua) as best places to stay. Look forward to visiting 👍🏾 Cheers from London, England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@anubistheone1939]

Went to a massage place there where they put your things in a cupboard that had a false back wall where they stole exactly half of my cash from opening the false wall , the heights of thievery always keep your things in front of you

[@gutterslug276]

cracked up so hard at "Don is the about the size of a small building"

[@bradleyellement3364]

This happened to just before the world shut down I just got home in time from Bali I was in the local mini mart a group asked me for a bottle of water of course being a nice guy I em I did As I was at the back getting water for them at the back of the shop I noticed one came in and I seen he swapped the card machine thinking I paying by card lucky I always use cash in Bali god knows if I used my card they would of took all my money in my account

[@paulfri1569]

Over charging when you least expecting it.. I find this out just getting a coffee 😅

[@GeorgeD-dm8rz]

Geez. It happens in Melbourne everyday. Gangs breaking into houses with machetes while your sleeping .

[@zentriffid]

yeah, trying to steal your drugs. No respect.

[@GeorgeD-dm8rz]

@@zentriffid I'm sure there after panadol and caffeine.

[@David-uo2oc]

George,if you're sleeping with a machete just be careful when you roll over

[@jakartaman3365]

They wouldn't be from Africa by chance?

[@ekko6757]

I never liked Bali. Had a taxi driver try to make me get out in an alleyway so his friends could jump me. Apparently an old trick.

[@mathildelewerissa3005]

As an indonesian living in Holland. I feel 1000 times more safe in Bali than every other country i’ve ever been around the world. The only thing that is unpleasant about Bali are the noisy foreign tourists, who show no respect for the rules of the island.

[@anthonydowling3356]

You would not be a target in Bali as you are Indonesian and so do not look like a walking ATM.LOL .I feel safe when i visit the Netherlands but i do not get drunk or travel around at night on my own there.

[@snuscaboose1942]

Jakarta is fairly sketch if you're white at night and not in a group or safe area (mall or hotel), it's sketch for locals to. Most Indonesians are very chill and welcoming especially if you are respectful and show an interest, but on the street it is different, you're a walking bag of money and for some a symbol of all that is wrong in their lives. There is no social security safety net. Not surprised Bali is going the same way. Have spent a lot of time working in Jakarta but only ever transited through Bali during Ramadan when flights are packed.

[@PaulCross-d4p]

Don't go walking around at night in any city....don't attack Jakarta....its very safe compared to western cities

[@snuscaboose1942]

@@PaulCross-d4p I can walk around solo at night in my home city and have done so in many cities throughout the world, but not Johannesburg or Jakarta. You can walk around freely at night in Jakarta if you stick to the malls and the tunnels that link the malls and your hotel. Or hang with some locals, who also prefer the malls at night. The Shangri La doesn't have a connection to a mall, but the hotel staff advise against walking around at night. A team member from Singapore didn't heed the warning and was robbed at knife point. To enter a mall or quality hotel you pass through a metal detector and have your bag scanned like at an airport, though at the malls it seems to be more theater. Working for the local telco, you work in a compound with high security. Armed guards, security gates, security screening, metal detectors, bag searches, company shops, dedicated prayer floor and prayer rooms on all floors, with the call to prayer piped through ceiling speakers.

[@jakartaman3365]

​@@PaulCross-d4pYou got that right.😁

[@snuscaboose1942]

@CoryDouglas-jx2rh Can you pass as a local? If not, you're in the bucket as myself.

[@knolez1546]

I booked a cheap room where I later found out all the other guests were from Jakarta. It was strange, the way they would stare at me. I’d walk past them eating breakfast every morning and they all stared like they hated my guts because I’m White. My other Western friends came to see me and they got the same vibes .

[@edstraker8451]

I was attacked once in Kupang by a group of about 15. It was full on. Fortunately I had competed in the world Jujitsu championships the year before, so was still in good nick. I walked away with a cut on my nose only. After reporting it to the police, they stitched me up for free and insisted I accompanied them on a patrol to track down the perpetrators. This was in 1990. Good times.

[@AlreadyShort]

ok ali

[@skerriesrockart]

Commando

[@christianturner7598]

Did you lie down and take them 1 by 1? Were they fully grown actual people ?

[@DustyDingoPhotos]

Yeah, sure you did . . .

[@cheneary6414]

Actually heading too rote I remember a taxi being stoned by about 5 different people, I had ordered the taxi the day before to go to the harbour from west Timor to Rote Island, that was around 2002, kupang has had its fair share of violence over the years. Never had to fight though, that normally happens between taxi drivers back then . Hard times back then. No blogs.

[@markwhiting4078]

Well I'll only be going out during the day, I'll still go to Kuta Beach for the Sunset, but as soon as it gets dark I'll head back to the resort where I'll be staying in, when I arrive in May.

[@unsocialbutterfly5760]

Lived in Manhattan New York for 8 years from Australia, never even came close to being mugged or robbed, don’t even know anyone that’s happened to while I was there. I never saw anyone pull out a gun, but I did hear gun shots once when I was in Brooklyn. I can honestly say that I felt safer in NYC at 3am than I do now that I’m back in Melbourne 🥴 I guess it can happen anywhere really, maybe I was just lucky 🤷‍♀️

[@terrymcmaster2787]

Well, you need to check the statistics

[@fvgc454ss]

All situational. Depends where u are in the city.

[@benficaM8888]

yeah me too,. i think nyc crime is predictable, but melbourne crime, could be so random, some bored teenagers can just bash or stab you for no reason

[@MarianLivingLife]

I travelled to New York as a single woman and was walking around central park and Harlem by myself. I didn’t feel unsafe but there’s parts of the UK where I wouldn’t walk around by myself. There’s dodgy people and criminals everywhere in the world really to some degree. You just have to be vigilant

[@cheneary6414]

Been going to indo for 28 years, had knife's pulled on me in Medan at the bus station, had people in Lombok try to break in to my room at 2am with machetes 2 nights in a row, had a giant lady boy stalk me to my hotel in kuta ready to fight, had people in Banda Ache stalk me with swords , had bounces in kuta trying to look in my personal bag when walking past there night club, had an old man try to hit me with a machete in lombok , it's Indonesia. Love it and always will, oh yeah got scammed in kuta changing money, got it back. Best thing you can do is learn to speak the language and 99.9% of Time whoever is making trouble will suddenly leave you alone. Especially if you know some big people in the country.

[@Tony-ey5zl]

Great vid mate, i've visited Bali many times as a single lad before, i took my young family in June for a holiday to visit friends but it was the worst thing i ever did, the place seems completely lost after Covid and i actually felt pretty unsafe on a few occasions, sadly i wont be rushing back, Thailand or Vietnam are much safer options.

[@JonathanLifeisForLiving]

Hi Tony, what as wit about Bali that's changed since covid. Has it got worst and do you think Thailand is safer?

[@Terry-ft7ls]

Sounds like a holiday for the ignorant

[@gaian639]

​@@JonathanLifeisForLivingI had never been to Bali before Covid but only after. And I have visited Thailand and Vietnam countless times, my first time being in 2006. And so I might be biased and my reasoning is mostly based on what I heard from other expats that had already been living in Bali before covid. If I were to compare, Thailand is a lot safer and also worth visiting. Bali is beautiful in its own way but apart from safety, the rents have gone up like crazy especially after the Ukraine-Russian war and also the fakeness of Canggu and other popular areas... it is like a huge hollywood movie set, a bubble that is about to pop. There are so many fake and cluless young tourists there, rampaging through all over on scooters and polluting the beautiful island Bali once was. Many of them are Russians who recently fled from Russia. I personally have nothing against them in general but you know what I mean. Anyway, Thailand and Vietnam all the way.

[@evankennerley]

Kuta/Seminyak areas have become tacky and gross. The rest of Bali still has it though.

[@veadair]

My friend got rob in Thailand for her gold necklace too. Thailand, Philippine, india, Malaysia and Indonesia are the same

[@aussiejos4453]

I have always worn my gold jewellery I wouldn’t these days there. I have heard a lot about people getting scammed but robberies have increased ten fold these days.

[@JoeAction68]

Sangat menyedihkan keamanan di bali saat ini, bnyk2nya oknum2 diluar bali bahkan local pun ada yg melakukannya, so..tetap berhati2 brother, GBU

[@aaa-hh5eb]

biasanya beragama islam, maka harus dibatasi umat islam di sana

[@Xcvxv666]

​@@aaa-hh5ebbuset rasis amat lu

[@mahendra3383]

​@@aaa-hh5ebJambret2 yg tertangkap kebanyakan bernama I Wayan, I Made, I Nyoman, I Ketut, I Kadek, I Dewa dll dan banyak dari mereka tertangkap di kampungnya di Karangasem dan Buleleng tapi mereka bukan baliaga

[@stronzer59]

Bali is a Nation of 3 distinct Cultures, travelers, Muslims and Hindu it is Natural for very set cultures to clash and clash they do My advice is travel Neutral, keep your leanings private and respect all others Being a Guest somewhere means you abide or move on, very simple stuff.

[@seanharwood974]

You’re a legend mate. I’ve been over about 6 times since 1980. It was unreal back then and we never had to worry about anything really. It’s gotten a bit seedier since. I’m coming over in March but my partner and I are staying in Sanur . I guess it’s possible to get robbed over there too but do you reckon it’s probably a bit safer there ?

[@MurrayWilkinson1]

Sanur is much less problematic. It's a much safer option

[@mikecarville1166]

Good tips for everyone, sometimes u forget where you are . Another few tips , do not walk on the beach late at night , you will be mugged by the lady boys . Street between jayacarta hotel and double six Rd, bags ripped off ladies shoulders , this happens day and night . Mobile phones pick pocketed at night clubs , also beware that your drinks get spiked. If you have to go to toilet or dance , get your self another drink, as they spike it while u have been gone. Most important, if there is a crime committed to you , report it to the police. These crimes do not happen every second , be cautious, and u will have a great holiday .

[@JonathanLifeisForLiving]

I've never seen lady boys in bali

[@deltaenglish8]

Terimakasih buat informasinya Muzza. Sangat berguna. I appreciate. Good channel.

[@nickdaskalakis9289]

I can relate to what you are saying especially the massage parlour scams. It happened to me in Seminyak but I won’t go into any details here on this thread.

[@trevorsmyth1597]

Cheers Muzz , was in Bali last week and had 2 massage parlours with multiple ladies offer services…they were shooshed away very quickly. Also never put your belongings in one of their lockers up by the counter too. There has been foreign couple getting around in Sanur and Legian asking to see your currency too and sleight of hand that disappears as well. Been saying it for years…there is nothing good happening in Bali after midnight so don’t put yourself in that position.

[@Tama2toes]

I really like the Pounamu your wearing, but thanks for the heads up as I'm wanting to visit Bali. Kia kaha

[@arthurwatts1680]

I never got the gold chain thing - it's like waving cash in front of people who have SFA. Wandered around Thailand, Cambodia and Malaysia for years without incident only to have my wallet stolen in Guilin - the bastards must have followed me from the ATM and waiting till I took my wallet out in a pharmacy. Lesson learned and now I treat every country with the same caution.

[@nicksmith3746]

How'd they take your wallet?

[@arthurwatts1680]

@@nicksmith3746 sleight of hand combined with the fact that I had a couple of beers beforehand, Not drunk, but not 100% sober.

[@michaelstark5663]

Walk through western Sydney with a big gold chain on see how ya go

[@arthurwatts1680]

@@michaelstark5663 no thanks. Grew up in the Parramatta area a very long time ago and I have no desire to revisit.

[@doreenagius6075]

@@nicksmith3746 15:15

[@BayleyBlake]

Sorry, but hanging out in Kuta, Seminyak, Legian, etc, is not much better or worse than it's always been, and that is just what you expect down there... but that should NOT be generalised as what to expect in BALI! That area is a very small geographic location within Bali which is an alcohol fueled environment creating the conditions for that kind of behaviour. I've lived in Bali for 12 years and frankly, in my opinion, that area does not reflect the AUTHENTIC Bali experience, and the other 95% of the rest of Bali is as beautiful, friendly & safe as it has ever been. If you want to feel safe in Bali, then don't hang out in the small geographic pocket of Bali that does not represent the true nature of Bali.

[@markbaker860]

Exactly I've been coming to bali since 82 and lived here for the past 11 years .. kuta has always been the "commercial " hustle that it is Bali is safe ...

[@michaelpepper7230]

All I can see is Don chasing them blokes down the road. Lucky for them he didn't catch them. You forgot about your bucks night when Don stopped a phone being stolen. Great work Muzza as usual.

[@Vjoy168]

Hi doc 😍

[@michaelpepper7230]

​@@Vjoy168 Hi Vie, have you received a small parcel from me yet.

[@morgunz5365]

The biggest tips. if possible, buy shorts with inside pockets that are zip-up. Always buy a $100 dollar smart huwaii phone to use over there. Never take jewlery. Maximum a 20 dollar watch. I used to buy this waterproof plastic sleeve that i used to slide above my sock and in my shoe with all my money in it.

[@grahamthompson2594]

Good advice for travel just about everywhere. Greetings from Cambodia, very little crime here.

[@DoraKage]

Subscribed. Been to Bali a handful of times pre pandemic. heck, sprained an ankle surfing in Kuta in fact. Looking forward to a future visit. :)

[@wanderlustasia]

Mate this shit has been going on in Kuta for years...since 88' when I first went there

[@andrews127]

You dont walk around South, West or Central Auckland NZ after dark. Dont let anyone tell you otherwise..

[@the.parks.of.no.return]

I remember a female backpacker telling me how she and her friend had been attacked on the main street by a native doing kung fu on them. They'd been saved by other backpackers, totally random unprovoked attack.

[@rrgguhgrvnirugu4ghu43konni9]

kung fucking fu wtf lol

[@gemox3225]

My god - this is crazy.

[@DustyDingoPhotos]

​@@gemox3225 I had a female backpacker once tell me she was the Queen of Sheba, so it must be true . . . sheesh!!!

[@LiveInSydney]

First time watcher - Ive been going to Bali since 1984. I've seen the changes, even pre mobile phone days. The same scams are in place, and back in the day, Bali was an amazing place but these 'imports' are not new. I used to love Kuta when it wasn't a one way street. These tricks are old and played out daily. I agree, I wouldnt wear fancy jewels to Bali. I wouldn't travel alone, make friends and do stuff together, travel in packs, dont get too drunk. Interesting to hear new scams as scammers evolve. I miss my days of regular runs to Bali. Nice to see the old place. B

[@nomad90125]

Dude the world is unsafe today. Not just Bali.

[@surfturfnz1879]

Love the “Pikorua” pounamu pendant that you have there mate looking good 👍🍻

[@michaelostle7943]

Leave your Cards at the Hotel Use a Wise Card .Never take a Passport anywhere

[@philipfirks7755]

I've been in Bali for 12 years and the only thing that this video mentions that has happened to me is the attempt by multiple people to be in the massage room. If you tell them 'one person or I leave' it generally works. Good informative video though.

[@jeffreystorer4966]

Research the amount of visitors who fly home in the cargo hold ,and how expensive flying coffin class is ,the results will shock you

[@gregbourke1500]

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[@soulthriver-oz6470]

But the info, stats are suppressed, cant find truth online.

[@BaliFreedom]

Wise app. Please get it and the card you can lock in the exchange rate and it’s easy to use

[@djdale.5806]

While serving in the Navy, we went through Southeast Asia on many occasion and we were always aware of how and the potential dangers that Bali presents. we were warned prior to going ashore on leave to be careful.

[@narelledargie3059]

Been going to Bali 40 yrs.. More dangerous back then... So all Calm down.. Wear a Money Belt.. And dont give eye contact.. 🌹

[@johnholms3931]

Hey Muzza. Never imagined Stonewall Bar was your thing. Great video. Thanks.

[@MurrayWilkinson1]

Stonewall is just a bit of fun, but did you know the owner is quietly sponsoring our humanitarian work in the villages and providing free food on Wednesday evenings for my meet and greets. Good people and a fun venue with less "BOGANS" than the other place...

[@johnholms3931]

@@MurrayWilkinson1 I didn't know that and yes it is fun. I pay a visit to Stonewall every few months when I come to Bali. I live in lovely quiet Lombok.

[@gothops2632]

How many people in Kuta are NOT Aussie bogans, apart from the locals?

[@anthonydowling3356]

You might run into a few of us Europeans .

[@vickiemorgan8581]

My visa card wont give out 1000 dollars cash 2 or 3 times without my pin number.

[@TravelWombat]

Just remember once my watch been stolen at my guest house while they clean up my room, it was a gift from one of my best friends who died in a motorbike crash

[@maxpower1413]

Bali has always been like this, anywhere there are tourists then there will be people trying to separate them from their money. I got warned by a local 15 years ago not to trust the money exchanges, don't drink too much and make a prick of yourself and beware of motorbikes coming up behind you. could give that advice to anyone going to any country though

[@jenniwatson8799]

I have just gotten back from Bali. I felt very on edge this time. Don't think I will be going back. Just not the same anymore.

[@shanon72327]

Which area? Canggu? There are many safe areas in Bali.

[@VLAD_P_]

Does this legend still live over there ? Would love to have a beer with him when I go over in January. Some great content.

[@MurrayWilkinson1]

Thanks mate yes I live here permanently now. Married a local, bought property, stuck in paradise...poor me

[@VLAD_P_]

@@MurrayWilkinson1❤️

[@whatsupshittafabraans1926]

Before covig, it was common that if you walked home at night, they’ll knock you over with a vehicle and rob and leave you for dead. It’s really bad towards the north of Legian onwards

[@jimbart7859]

What an absolute load of crap, I've lived here 20 years and never even heard of something like that happening

[@peter-xw1mu]

You’re in denial. It happens often.

[@DustyDingoPhotos]

@@peter-xw1muCitation? Along with jimbart, I call 'total BS'.

[@derekjemerson1378]

I've just come back from Bali, we had my daughters 21st there, we always felt safe. I do have a resting angry face that tends to make people think twice.

[@FunkyChild718]

Asia is not dangerous. Come to the southside of Chicago or north Philly if you want to see dangerous. I'm from NYC and you don't have a "really good chance of being mugged" here. 🤣 You're from Australia you don't have enough experience of what a REAL dangerous city in the Americas (north, central or south) feels like. Scams and pick pockets aren't dangerous. Being raped, assaulted or murdered is what you should be concerned about, and that just doesn't happen in Asia. But you can experience that very realistically in many cities in the US or Central or South America, where VIOLENT crime is high.

[@raymond7451]

As an Aussie who has just returned from the USA . WTF is happening over there , its beyond crazy . I've been coming to the USA for 35yrs . Yeah I've seen all sorts , but nowadays its madness . The undertones of poor and angry are everywhere . Stayed in Texas and NYC , the immigration of refugees through the south is beyond crazy . As for NYC I've never felt scared , now after staying in Queens with friends . That place has changed beyond anything I could call America , I've seen the danger you talk about and you are so damn correct . However in the USA , you can carry a gun . Something we sadly aren't allowed to do down under .

[@Despond]

It's only certain states run by the same brand of politics where it's out of control, and what's worse is they still sympathize and let out multiple offending violent felons. @@raymond7451

[@Azza93913]

Most of the crimes are concentrated in specific highly urbanised tourist areas like Kuta or Canggu. Go outside of those risky areas and you'll have a different experience. Yes tourists get targeted because criminals assume they have money and won't be there long. Personally my favourite areas are Sanur in the South and Lovina in the North of Bali.

[@trishcooper9491]

You get that in most places we had same tricks done in Spain

[@WalrusRiderEntertainment]

Watch for the kids selling those rope bracelets too. I had one try and steal my nice Seiko Kinetic Diver's watch while one was distracting me trying to put the bracelet on my right wrist. I'm pretty switch don though and felt it and slapped their wrists.

[@innercityuprising8353]

I’ve been to Bali over 20 times over a 34 year span. Got held up at knife point 34 years ago but talked my way out of it and offered the gent $5 and ended up having a laugh with him about it. Another time got mobbed by a group of men and noticed a set of hands in my bag so dropped that dude and they all bolted. Seen a couple of motor scooter snatch and grabs too but 99% safe. Seen worst shit in my home town of Bankstown

[@craigwynn3956]

Great comment mate Sydney is so over rated its laughable

[@crypticcomputing604]

It is generally safe then? My main concern is that my boy is coming with me. He's 5. I can defend myself but I have never been with him out of Europe and in any dangerous situation. I don't know how I would react.

[@fergaldownes]

I was there for a month. 3 times people tried to rob me. This was 8 years ago.

[@michaelmallal9101]

Massages on Bohol beach, near Cebu, too expensive. They have low overheads on the beach.

[@DarknessYT2010]

I lost two good mates in 21" . One was murdered ...blunt force trauma to the back of the head in Uluwatu Cave at around 12pm and no witnesses . Left to die by himself . We have an idea who done it but everyone has been lips shut . I also had a good mate we believe poisoned . He was a 20 year local and didn't drink metho alcohol . He use to manage one of the biggest nightclubs so he knows his way around . Some very dark undertones are and always have been .

[@gemspiritmessages2754]

Coming in August for my umpteenth time, as a solo traveler. I never wear any jewellery except a standard $60 watch, I watch some tourists and think yep they don’t get it. 😂 I’ve always felt there’s a chance they’ll take your things when having a massage too. I only bring enough cash for the massage.

[@caseace79]

Great info. But honestly like you said it’s waaay safer than most major cities in the US. I feel much safer walking around any part of Bali at night than anywhere in say Baltimore, Chicago, or Philly.

[@PaulCross-d4p]

Bali is very safe compared to 90% of other places....common sense must come into play anywhere you travel.

[@craigwynn3956]

Spot on great comment

[@zentriffid]

Of course its way safer. Literally anywhere on the planet apart from war zones is way safer than Baltimore Chicago or Philly. Its even debatable that some war zones are comparable to these places in the US.

[@IkaikaArnado]

I saw a drive by in North Philly. Heard gun shots almost every night. Philly real AF.

[@knolez1546]

Lol. I went by myself and drank Bintang and cocktails every night in pubs and clubs. I mentioned in a previous video I was pick pocketed in the nightclub district Kuta for my Samsung phone. A large group of boys and men (they weren’t Balinese, from a neighbouring island, I think) surrounded me trying to sell me things and show me card tricks. It was overwhelming. I changed directions to get away and they followed me. I got aggressive and yelled at them and they stopped and walked away. I thought I’d won but once in the club I realised my phone was missing. I went out to confront them but they were gone. It ruined my night. I went back to my room in Legion and spent the next 3 days without a phone. Luckily for me I learnt the area and don’t need maps.

[@kiwimark3203]

I’ve lived here 26years … no dramas safe as…

[@tahneecoonan]

Where is the best place permanently long term?

[@shaanjohari9383]

Loved this mate! Kiwi lad here but moving to Bali pretty shortly. See ya around 🤝

[@richlounder2465]

Don’t flash your cash guys/gals ..simple.