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Thanks for the advice. Yes Ubud is not what it was abd I tend to avoid the place. There are plenty more beautiful places to visit in Bsli 😎 Read More

Thanks and you're right there have been no useful answers because my post is being read as a request for a language teacher. We have not had any success finding a private teacher so have started with basic school books for her to learn as ... Read More

Thanks again but as I keep saying, read my post and you will see that an Indonesian language teacher is NOT what my friend needs. Thanks anyhow. Read More

You haven't actually said yet what you teach. If you read my original post it should be obvious. My friend is Indonesian so does not need a language teacher. She needs to learn to read and write in Indonesian. Please advise if you can help. ... Read More

Hi Yohana I need a reading and writing tutor not a teacher for Indonesian language. If you teach reading and writing please advise your location. Thanks Read More

Hi and thanks. My friend never learned to read and write in her own language - Indonesian. This is what we want for her. Cheers anyway. Read More

Thanks Abdul We're looking for proper formal classes where possible but appreciate your input. Maybe one of the experts will know of something ....... Read More

Thanks Gatot I emailed the school but they advise they don't take adults. Thanks anyhow. Read More

Hi Abdul I may not have explained properly. My friend speaks English better than I speak Indonesian. She needs to learn to read and write in Indonesian not English. She was not allowed a proper education growing up and now wants to learn reading ... Read More

I'll certainly check out Sanur. Everyone has different opinions of the area so it's intriguing. Thank you. Read More

Ha ha each to his or her own I guess. It's not that I only want ex pat company but I need the mental stimulation of conversation in my own language. I can understand it's not everyone's cup of tea. Thank you anyhow, Roy, you have ... Read More

Being Australian I'm very used to air conditioning, and actually quite like the contrast between the heat of outdoors and the cool of indoors. For me it's the people who matter, and I don't think I'm going to easily find ex pats just ... Read More

Hi Roy Thank you so much for your post. The reason I decided to ask on this forum is that generally people have a story of how they found their place to live and it can be inspiring or it can help me rule out places. I will be hoping to get an ... Read More

Thank you Hansson. I believe you've mention Canguu before and I intend to pay a visit there. I hadn't thought of Sanur but it must be worth checking out. Cheers Rose Read More

It's just early days yet. Something tells me that Bali will give me much more than I can give back but every bit helps. Baby steps at the moment so no praises just yet ☺😊😀 Read More

Thank Ubudian - the very least I can do is to volunteer my help with anything environmental where I can. It's a small thing but everything helps I believe. I don't want to just come to this beautify island and lounge around. I must be ... Read More

Fred right now I'm taking 4 quick showers a day! I can't wait for my body to adjust - it's a gradual thing and I've promised myself to be patient. I love humidity but i tend not to 'look my best'!! Read More

I'm really please about that. I did wonder how you were going. I'm in Kuta at the moment and intend to do some volunteer work with conserving sea turtles. Then I have no idea. It will take me a few weeks to adapt to the climate. Right ... Read More

Well isn't that interesting! I'll be sure to check it out. Thanks Rise Read More

Hi Roy I normally agree with everything you say on the forums but I have to correct something that affected me when applying for a 60 day visa. The 60 day visa is not extendable. That's a fact made clear to me by the Indonesian Consulate in ... Read More

Hi thanks for the post. I've just booked a return flight for 180 days. I'll have to take my chances. Wish me luck!! Read More

Great information as always - many thanks! Read More

As I said earlier, you always provide such solid information - thanks for all the posts everyone. I will make enquiries with an agent while I'm still here - I still have a few weeks before I depart. I believe there's a link somewhere to a ... Read More

Thanks for that post. You say I need to get a retirement visa prior to travelling to Bali, but that I should have obtained one while I was there in February. I'm confused..... Read More

Hi Ubudian It's a very good point too. I will be alone, but happy to share with a like minded ex pat. I think that could work well. Rose Read More

Thanks for that. It's a relief to know!! Read More

Thanks I'll look into it. I mainly need to find a friendly community that's a good fit for me as I'll be leaving all family and friends behind in Australia. I'll learn to speak Indonesian but will still need Western friends and ... Read More

Thanks for that response, which makes perfect sense. I have actually committed to a full year in Bali beginning late April. I paid a visit to Ubud in February for a week just to get a sense of how suitable it would be for me, but I couldn't ... Read More

Some of you often have excellent advice and I always look out for your posts on most subjects so I'm hoping to pick your brains. I'm moving to Bali at the end of April and I will be retiring with very little income. I believe the ... Read More

I don't have dates yet because I'm still hoping to get work for a short while. Let's keep in touch. Good luck with everything! Read More

Hi Margarita That sounds like a great idea. I'm planning a visit sometime very early in the new year. Maybe we'll meet up Rose Read More

Hi I'm likely to retire to Bali (Ubud) early next year unless I get some work in Australia very soon. Thank you for posting this question. I'll be reading all the entries as I need this information too. Good luck with the move. Read More

Hi Ubudian Thanks for your response. Of course you're right. i just find the idea of starting all over yet again very daunting, but that's never held me back before. I appreciate your suggestions too. Maybe I'll bump into you over ... Read More