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Is it safe to travel to Jakarta and Bali if I am an american? |
Travel Info I am considering a trip to Jakarta and Bali in a few months and was wondering if as an american this is safe to do? Travel Tips Of course, absolutely safe. Indonesia is a comfort place to visit. The people living here is always ready for free-of-charge help. Same as any places in the world, please note that: 1. Do not attract thief's attention. Please not to wear any outstanding jewelry. 2. Exchange your currency with Rupiah. Provide rupiah around 10 millions (each Rp 50.000) per week in your wallet. 3. Prepare only 2 debit card and 1 credit card to prevent bad things. Living in three stars Hotel, commonly around Rp 300,000 (standard) until Rp 900,000 (executive) for this purpose, you can use your credit card. For shopping in supermarket, you can use your debit card (visa electron/ mastercard electronic/ JCB). America is not rejected here. But as you know, in most Muslim countries, The Anti-America is only to the food like KFC, Mc Donalds, etc, not against the person. Maybe you're lauging at us, we are still watching Hollywoods film, even until present time!. Indonesia's dependent on US is huge. (I dare to say, if you say you're American to villagers, maybe they are assuming you are a Hero.... ha ha ) So once again i emphasize that Indonesia is safe for American and other tourists. Once i was a guider, they said Indonesia is safe to visit. The Police stastion in Jakarta and Bali is almost everywhere. Meanwhile, Bali is a Paradise for Tourists. Source(s): http://www.indo.com/tips/faq.html... Other Travel Tips hhhhhmmmmm well...i.think quite safe....just remember take care ur own thing where ever u,re....but jakarta is more safe right now.....so...enjoy ur trip....... Yes, it is safe. The people here respect white people, they don't think white represent american. So don't become paranoid. Just relax, enjoy your travelling. You are wellcome here. They're all safe for everyone, i guess. Just enjoy you trip ! and just a few tips : maybe you can stay at Bali much more longer than at Jakarta & enjoy the nature there. all the fresh air, all the balinese things, all the historical sites... as you know, Jakarta is big & polluted city. there's nothing you can find there unless mall, mall, and mall... yes, it's safe. you don't have a mark on your forehead that says "i'm an American" don't you? lol... make sure you plan your travel well, pick a good hotel location (this applies also for bali). and get yourself a lonelyplanet guidebook, i think they have one for either Jakarta/Bali or Indonesia... they can come quite useful. i met a lot of foreign (western) tourists that really enjoy their stay in Indonesia without feeling threatened or anything... have a great trip! It will be as safe for you as for any other tourist there. Indonesian people do not attack you or start a fight with you as an individual, just because you are an American. As long as you don't insult Indonesians, or their religion / culture (seems reasonable). In a conversation, never get too deep into politics, it makes people very uncomfortable. Talk about home, your brothers and sisters, your parents, your education, your job........ people love it. Bring postcards and pictures of your hometown and family, but don't be Santa giving sweets or pens to the kids in the street.... you will get a crowd before you know it (and you don't have enough pens). Just stick to the safety rules that go for all tourists going anywhere: watch out for pickpockets, don't leave valuables unattended, don't flash your money, watch your mouth and respect the local customs (and dresscode when visiting formal or holy places). Jakarta can be risky when going out alone late at night, but if you stick to the Blue Bird taxis, you will be fine. Learn a few words that will really come in handy: Terima kasih = Thank you Ma-af = sorry Tidak apa-apa = no problem Jalan-jalan = I'm just taking a walk This last one will be important, many people will ask you where you are going. Most tourists get fed up by being asked over and over again. But it is a local way of greeting. If you answer by saying that you are going to the postoffice, the asker might point you out where it is, or join you on your way there. But if you nicely answer jalan-jalan, people will wish you a nice walk or even say thank you. (It's an old custom to ask this, they ask locals too). And everywhere in Indonesia you will find that showing them a friendly smile and a nod is always appreciated and returned. Have a great time in Indonesia !! |
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