Bali transport scams start with your “friendly” private driver – The cousin economy is real – and you’re the ATM.
Bali transport will test your sanity. Choose your struggle:
- Private Driver: The ‘full-day tour’ that secretly includes 3 ‘quick stops’ at overpriced souvenir shops
- Scooter Rental: Where ‘insurance included’ means “if you crash, you buy the bike”
- Grab/Gojek: The app says 50k… but your driver ‘doesn’t see the order’ (until you offer 100k cash)
This isn’t a polite guide – it’s your battle manual for navigating Bali’s transport chaos without getting ripped off.
This is Bali Travel Tips #5 – where we replace toxic travel advice with actual survival skills. Bookmark this before your “quick trip to Ubud” turns into a *4-hour hostage situation* at a batik “museum.”
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1. “SHOULD I RENT A SCOOTER? (BE HONEST)” – BALI TRANSPORT SCAMS
Only if you:
✔ Have actual motorbike experience – Bali’s roads are “GTA V on hard mode” (think: potholes disguised as warungs, trucks overtaking on blind corners, and locals who treat traffic lights as suggestions)
✔ Filmed every scratch in 4K before signing – That “tiny dent” will magically become “you destroyed entire bike” when you return it
✔ Brought your International Driving Permit – Police checkpoints smell tourist fear and charge Rp1.5M “fines” like it’s a VIP club cover charge
✖ AVOID THESE RED FLAGS:
- “No license needed!” = “We keep your passport hostage”
- “Insurance included!” = “You pay first, we ‘investigate’ later”
- “Old bike discount!” = “Here’s a Vespa held together by prayers and duct tape”
REAL TALK:
“If you’ve never split lanes while a truck misses you by 2cm and a monkey throws a coconut at your head… maybe start with Gojek.”
SCOOTER SURVIVAL HACKS (FROM LOCALS WHO LAUGH AT TOURIST CRASH VIDEOS)
- The 5-Point Inspection:
- Film tires, mirrors, and under seat (yes, they’ll charge for “hidden damage”)
- Make them sign your video timestamp – or they’ll claim you crashed before renting
- Rain = Instant Scam Season:
- “Mud damage fee” = Rp300k for what a wet wipe could fix
- Pro move: Return bikes bone-dry or pay for “special cleaning” (aka a guy splashing it with a water bottle)
- Police Bribes 101:
- No license? Keep Rp500k separate from wallet – cops will empty it
- Best line: “Tolong pak, saya mau beli rokok untuk bapak?” (“Let me buy you cigarettes, sir?”)
VERDICT:
Renting a scooter in Bali is like Tinder – 90% fun until someone screws you over. Swipe right only if you’re ready for the chaos.
#BaliScooterSurvival #DontBeTheCrashVideo
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2. “GRAB/GOJEK VS. TAXI: WHICH WON’T SCAM ME?” – BALI TRANSPORT SCAMS
(Spoiler: They All Try – Here’s How to Fight Back)
GRAB/GOJEK: THE LESSER EVIL
Use if you:
✔ Pay in-app ONLY – Cash = “Oops, my app died!” followed by “200k or walk” ultimatum
✔ Avoid Kuta/Seminyak pickups – Taxi mafia physically blocks ride-hail drivers (seen a motorbike gang circling a Toyota Avanza? That’s Bali’s “transport war”)
✔ Check license plate matches app – “My car is cleaning” = Unregistered driver charging 3X
PRO TIPS:
- Text driver first: “Bayar app ya, pak” (“In-app payment”) – establishes rules early
- Screenshot price pre-booking – Drivers “forget” surge pricing ended 2 hours ago
- 6PM-9PM = Ghosting hour – When rain hits, 70% of drivers “cancel” to extort cash fares
TAXIS: THE DEVIL YOU KNOW (BUT STILL DEVIL)
Only use:
✔ Bluebird Group ONLY – Look for:
- Light blue color
- “Bluebird” printed on windshield (fakes use similar colors)
- Meter starts at Rp7,000 (anything higher = scam)
Avoid these:
- “Official” taxis at tourist spots – “No meter, fixed price!” = 100% markup
- Drivers offering “cheap day rate” – Code for “I’ll kidnap you to 3 silver shops”
DIRTY TRICKS THEY PULL (AND HOW TO COUNTER)
| Scam | Your Move |
| “Grab price wrong… cash only!” | Cancel, report driver, wait 5 mins for new one |
| “Meter broken” | *”Turun saja, pak” (“Let me out”) + 1-star review* |
| “Road closed!” | Open Google Maps LIVE – call their bluff |
VERDICT:
Grab/Gojek is 60% less evil… until drivers unionize to scam you. Taxis? Only Bluebird – and even then, watch that meter like it’s your ex’s Instagram.
#BaliTransportMafia #NotTodayScammers
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3. “WHY DO DRIVERS KEEP OFFERING ‘SHORTCUTS’?” – BALI TRANSPORT SCAMS
(Spoiler: It’s Never About Saving Time – It’s About Your Wallet)
THE “SHORTCUT” SCAM DECODED
That “quick stop at a secret local place” is a commission trap. Here’s what they’re really saying:
✔ “Let’s avoid traffic!” = “Let’s visit my cousin’s:
- Silver shop (where your Rp500k bracelet costs Rp3 juta & driver gets 40%)
- Luwak coffee ‘plantation’ (a shed with depressed civets in cages)
- ‘Authentic’ art gallery (mass-produced in China, marked up 500%)
✔ “You need to see real Balinese culture!” = “You need to fund my nephew’s motorbike.”
HOW TO SHUT IT DOWN
- Pre-emptive strike:
- Before getting in the car, say:
“Langsung saja, ya pak. Tidak mau stop di manapun.”
(“Go direct, no stops.”) - Repeat FIRMLY if they “suddenly remember” a “must-see place.”
- Before getting in the car, say:
- The power move:
- If they insist, open Google Maps and say:
“Saya lihat jalan macet di mana, pak?”
(“Show me where the traffic is.”) - (They’ll usually give up.)
- If they insist, open Google Maps and say:
- Nuclear option:
- For aggressive drivers:
“Kalau tidak langsung, saya turun dan tidak bayar.”
(“If we don’t go direct, I’m getting out and not paying.”)
- For aggressive drivers:
RED FLAGS YOU’RE BEING SCAMMED
- Driver keeps mentioning a “special place” = Commission alert
- “Just 5 minutes!” = You’ll lose 30+ mins (and Rp500k)
- They take a weird route = Heading to their “sponsor’s” shop
REALITY CHECK:
No, that “hidden woodcarving village” isn’t authentic. Yes, your driver is texting his cousin to prep the sales pitch as you read this.
PRO TIP: BOOK THE RIGHT DRIVER
✔ Use Gojek/Grab for point-to-point trips (no detours)
✔ Pre-book vetted drivers on Hey Bali (they have fixed itineraries)
✔ If hiring privately, ask your hotel for a no-shopping driver
VERDICT:
In Bali, “shortcut” = “slow withdrawal from your bank account.” Stay firm, stay direct, and keep your cash for things actually worth buying.
#NoShortcutScams #BaliDriverTricks
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4. “IS BALI’S ‘NO TRAFFIC’ SEASON REAL?” – BALI TRANSPORT SCAMS
(Spoiler: Lol. Lmao Even.)
🚦 THE BALI TRAFFIC LIE (DECODED)
They told you: “Come in low season for empty roads!”
Reality: Bali traffic is like the island’s WiFi – unpredictable and always disappointing.
✔ Real Bali Traffic Calendar:
| Season | Traffic Personality | Hidden Cost |
| ☔ Nov-Mar | “Monsoon Madness” | Floods turn roads into Venetian canals (Rp50k “shortcut” fee by locals with boats) |
| 🌞 Apr-Oct | “Tourist Tango” | 40-seater buses doing 3-point turns on single-lane roads |
| 🎇 Nyepi | “The One Day It’s Actually Quiet” | …because everyone’s legally forbidden to go outside |
SKIP THESE ROUTES (UNLESS YOU LIKE PARKING LOTS)
- Tanah Lot sunset
- Promised: Spiritual ocean temple experience
- Reality: 3 hours to move 15km in a convoy of influencers’ rented Alphards
- Canggu → Seminyak (5-7PM)
- Distance: 6km
- Time: Enough to listen to Bohemian Rhapsody 8 times
- Ubud center (any day, any time)
- Where “walking is faster” becomes a survival strategy
SURVIVAL HACKS (FROM GRUMPY LONG-TERM EXPATS)
- The 2x Rule
- Whatever Google Maps says, double it
- (Add +30min if rain is even vaguely predicted)
- Scooter Secret
- Yes, you’ll filter through traffic…
- …but monsoons turn you into a mobile waterfall
- Alternative Routes
- Kuta → Uluwatu? Take Jl. Ngurah Rai through the airport (seriously)
- Ubud → North? Jl. Andong beats Tegallalang’s rice terrace traffic
SPECIAL REPORT: RAINY SEASON TRAPS
✔ “Flood Tax” Scam
- Locals conveniently appear with planks to “help” cross 10cm puddles (Rp20k “donation”)
✔ Grab Surge Pricing
- First raindrop = instant 300% price hike
- Pro tip: Wait 20min – drivers get desperate when wet
VERDICT:
Bali’s “quiet season” is like the Gate of Heaven – beautiful in photos, hellish in reality. Plan routes like you’re orchestrating a military evacuation.
#BaliTrafficLies #GridlockGauntlet
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5. “BEST APP FOR LONG TRIPS (UBUD TO ULUWATU)?”
(Because Getting Scammed Shouldn’t Be Part of the Sightseeing Tour)
THE LONG-DISTANCE TRANSPORT WAR
Want to go from Ubud’s “zen vibes” to Uluwatu’s “instagram cliffs” without:
- The “quick silver shop stop” scam?
- A driver who “forgets” how aircon works?
- Surprise “toll fees” that materialize mid-trip?
Here’s your no-BS guide:
🏆 WINNER: KLOOK OR HEY BALI
✔ Why They Beat Grab for Long Trips:
| Feature | Grab/Gojek | Klook/Hey Bali |
| Price | Surge pricing chaos | Fixed upfront rate |
| Stops | “My cousin’s gallery” | Direct route |
| Driver English | Maybe 3 words | Actually understandable |
| Aircon | “Just wait 5 mins” | Works immediately |
| Car Condition | 2005 Toyota PTSD | Decent vehicles |
Pro Tips:
- Book Klook’s “Private Car Charter” for full-day trips (8-10hrs ≈ Rp600k)
- Hey Bali drivers are vetted – no surprise “cultural stops”
AVOID OPTIONS
- Random Kuta Beach Drivers
- “Special price for you!” = 3x normal rate
- Telltale sign: They approach you first
- Hotel-Arranged Drivers
- “Our trusted partner” = Hotel gets 30% kickback
- Result: You pay for their “trust”
SURVIVAL HACKS
- The Pre-Trip Photo
- Snap pic of driver’s ID & license plate
- Prevents: “Not my car!” scams when damage is “found”
- Aircon Test
- Demand they turn it on before moving
- Avoids: “Bali AC” (aka open windows)
- Route Lock
- Open Google Maps in front of them
- Say: “Kita ikut jalan ini saja, ya?” (“Let’s follow this exact route”)
VERDICT:
Want to actually arrive at your destination? Klook/Hey Bali. Want to fund a driver’s silver-smithing hobby? Grab a random Kuta tout.
#BaliTransportHacks #NoMoreScams
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6. “MY DRIVER DISAPPEARED AFTER PAYMENT – HELP!”
(AKA How to Avoid Bali’s Ghosting Epidemic)
THE DISAPPEARING DRIVER SCAM (CLASSIC EDITION)
You: “Here’s 50% deposit for tomorrow’s tour!”
Them: [Read 5:02PM] ➔ [Account Deleted]
Why this works:
- Digital payments = “No paper trail” mentality
- Fake WhatsApp numbers burn after scamming
- Tourists rarely file police reports
HOW TO NOT GET GHOSTED
1️⃣ PAYMENT RULES (SURVIVAL 101)
| Payment Method | Risk Level | Why? |
| Full upfront cash | ☠️ DEADLY | Zero recourse |
| Bank transfer | ⚠️ Risky | Hard to trace |
| Pay-after-service | ✅ SAFE | You hold the power |
| 3rd-party apps (Klook/GetYourGuide) | 🛡️ SAFEST | Company guarantee |
2️⃣ DEPOSIT RED FLAGS
- “Need 50% now to secure car” (then demands rest before trip)
- Won’t share:
- Business license copy
- Real WhatsApp (check profile pic/join date)
- Car registration details
3️⃣ THE NUCLEAR OPTION
If scammed:
- Blast them on Facebook Bali Bogans group
- Report to Kuta Police Tourist Unit (they sometimes help)
- Tag @baliprov.go.id on Twitter with receipts
SMART ALTERNATIVES
For airport transfers:
- Klook’s “pay later” option (settle upon arrival)
Multi-day tours:
- GetYourGuide’s free cancellation (pay 24hrs prior)
✔ Private drivers:
- HeyBali’s verified list (community-vetted)
WHATSAPP SCREENSHOT CHECKLIST
Before sending ANY money:
- Profile pic? (Generic = fake)
- Joined date? (New account = danger)
- Send “Can I see your KTP?” (Real drivers comply)
VERDICT:
In Bali, deposits are like monkey selfies – 99% chance you’ll regret it. Hold your cash until wheels actually move
#BaliGhostingScam #NoDepositNoCry
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7. “ARE THERE ANY SAFE AIRPORT TRANSFERS?”
(Or How to Avoid Paying Rp500k for a 20-Minute Ride)
THE BALI AIRPORT TRANSPORT MAFIA
Ngurah Rai Airport is ground zero for transport scams, where:
- “Official” taxi counters charge 3X the real price
- Random drivers swarm arrivals yelling “Best price! Fixed rate!” (lie)
- Grab/Gojek drivers “can’t find you” unless you pay cash
SAFE OPTIONS (NO SCAMS)
1. PRE-BOOKED PRIVATE TRANSFER (BEST CHOICE)
Who to Book With:
- Your hotel (if 4+ stars – budget places often use scammy partners)
- Klook
- Hey Bali airport Transfer
- Bluebird Taxi’s official counter (inside airport, light blue booth)
Fair Prices (2025 Rates):
| Destination | Fair Price | Scam Price |
| Seminyak | Rp150k-250k | Rp400k+ |
| Canggu | Rp200k-300k | Rp500k+ |
| Ubud | Rp350k-450k | Rp700k+ |
Why Pre-Booking Wins:
- No haggling with touts
- Driver waits with YOUR NAME on a sign
- Fixed price (no “extra toll fee” surprises)
2. GRAB (IF YOU’RE PATIENT)
✔ How to Actually Get One:
- Walk to Domestic Arrival Pickup Zone (less crowded)
- DO NOT accept cash offers (cancel if driver demands it)
- Expect 10-15 min wait (drivers avoid airport due to taxi mafia)
3. AIRPORT TAXI COUNTER (ONLY BLUEBIRD)
✔ How to Spot the Real One:
- Light blue counter (not dark blue/other colors)
- Meter starts at Rp7,000 (not “fixed rate”)
- Receipt given (scammers avoid paper trails)
SURVIVAL TIPS
✔ Withdraw Cash at ATM First (so you have exact change)
✔ Take a Photo of the Driver/License Plate (if unbooked)
✔ If Scammed, Complain to Airport Tourist Police (near exits)
VERDICT:
Safe airport transfers exist—if you pre-book or fight off the vultures. Otherwise, enjoy funding a driver’s third villa.
#BaliAirportScams #DontGetRippedOff
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8. “WHY DOES MY GRAB DRIVER KEEP CANCELING?”
(Spoiler: It’s Not You, It’s the Algorithm’s Fault… Mostly)
THE CANCELATION GAME (GRAB/GOJEK EDITION)
Your driver: “5 mins away!” → “Order canceled.” → Same driver appears 30 sec later at 2X price
Top 3 Bullsh*t Excuses:
1️⃣ “My bike broken, miss” (Yet magically fixes itself for next customer)
2️⃣ “You pay cash, yes?” (Instant ghosting if you say no)
3️⃣ “Location wrong” (Despite you standing at pinned spot like a lost puppy)
WHY THIS HAPPENS (THE DARK TRUTH)
✔ Grab’s Algorithm Punishes Long Waits → Drivers ditch “far pickups”
✔ Cash = No App Commission → They profit 30% more
✔ Rain = Surge Gold Rush → Your order gets dumped for “priority” customers
HOW TO FIGHT BACK
1. THE “TIP TRICK” (DIRTY BUT WORKS)
Add in notes:
💬 “Will tip 20k cash if arrive fast :)”
Success rate: 70% (Because greed > morals)
2. THE “FAKE TOURIST” MOVE
Change your name to:
🚗 “Bule Cash Payment” (Works 50% of time)
3. THE NUCLEAR OPTION
After 2 cancelations:
- Report driver → Grab bans them from surges
- Tweet @GrabID + #GrabScam → They sometimes give vouchers
CANCELATION (AVOID THESE)
| Situation | Cancel Risk | Solution |
| Rainy weather | ☔ 90% | Wait indoors, then book |
| Remote locations | 🏝️ 80% | Walk to main road |
| Short trips (<3km) | 🚶 70% | Lie, say you’re going far |
DRIVER PSYCHOLOGY HACKS
✔ Call IMMEDIATELY after booking → “Pak, saya tunggu di [landmark]” (“I’m waiting at X”) → Less likely to cancel
✔ Use Indonesian phone number → Drivers prioritize locals over tourists
✔ Book GoCar over GoBike → Cars cancel 40% less
VERDICT:
Bali’s ride-hail scene is a psychological warzone. Play dirty or get left on read.
#GrabCancelCulture #BaliRideHacks
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9. “HOW TO NOT DIE IN BALI TRAFFIC?”
(A Survival Guide for the Uninitiated)
THE RULES OF THE ROAD (OR LACK THEREOF)
Bali traffic doesn’t follow laws—it follows chaos theory. Here’s how to navigate it without becoming a statistic:
SURVIVAL RULES
- Assume Every Scooter Will Cut You Off
- Because they will. Mirrors are optional, and turn signals are a myth.
- Never Turn Left Without Looking Right First
- Oncoming traffic? Local riders don’t care. They’ll swerve around you like you’re standing still.
- Rain = Roads Turn into Slip ‘N Slides
- Bali’s drainage system? Nonexistent. One downpour, and the streets become a hydroplaning simulator.
- Honking ≠ Anger, It’s a Language
- Short beep = “I’m here!”
- Long beep = “I’m coming through whether you like it or not!”
- Green Light ≠ Go
- Cross-traffic will keep coming. Wait 3 seconds unless you enjoy near-death experiences.
AVOID ROUTES (UNLESS YOU ENJOY CHAOS)
| Road | Why Avoid? | Alternative |
| Jl. Raya Kuta (5PM) | Mad Max with more honking | Take Jl. Dewi Sartika |
| Jl. Legian (Night) | Drunk tourists + scooters = carnage | Walk or Gojek |
| Ubud Center (Always) | Gridlock with a side of exhaust fumes | Park outside & walk in |
SCOOTER-SPECIFIC HACKS
– Wear a Helmet (Seriously)
- Police do fine tourists without one (Rp250k).
- Also, your skull will thank you.
– Avoid the Shoulder (It’s a Death Trap)
- Parked cars, potholes, and random dogs love it.
– Left Lane = Fast Lane (Sort Of)
- Locals treat it like a scooter highway. Stay right unless passing.
IF YOU’RE DRIVING A CAR…
– Expect Scooters to Swarm Like Bees
- They’ll squeeze into gaps that don’t exist.
– Watch for Sudden Stops
- No warning. Just brake lights and prayers.
– Parking = Creative Art
- Sidewalks, rice fields, other cars—all fair game.
RAINY SEASON EXTRA RULES
- Floods Appear in Minutes
- If water looks knee-high, assume it’s waist-high.
- Scooters Become Submarines
- Engine dies in deep water? Push it out and hope.
- Grab Drivers Vanish
- First raindrop = 300% surge pricing activated.
VERDICT:
Bali traffic is less “road rules” and more “organized anarchy.” Drive defensively, expect the unexpected, and never assume right of way.
#BaliTrafficSurvival #DriveLikeYouWantToLive
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10. “WORST TRANSPORT SCAM RIGHT NOW?” – BALI TRANSPORT SCAMS
(2025 Champion: The Bait-and-Switch “Free Pickup” Scam)
HOW IT WORKS (STEP-BY-STEP TRAP)
- You book a tour (waterfall, dolphin watching, etc.) with “FREE hotel pickup”
- Morning of the trip:
- Driver calls: “Sorry miss, minimum 2 people. Pay extra 400k or cancel.”
- Your choices:
- A) Surrender to extortion
- B) Miss the tour and fight for refund
WHY THIS SCAM DOMINATES 2025
✔ Preys on early-morning desperation (no time to rebook)
✔ Targets solo travelers (who can’t split costs)
✔ Uses fake “policy” excuses (real tours don’t spring this last-minute)
HOW TO COUNTERATTACK BALI TRANSPORT SCAMS
1. THE PRE-EMPTIVE STRIKE
When booking, ask:
💬 “Pickup guaranteed for solo travelers? No extra fees?”
(Save their “yes” reply as evidence)
2. THE POWER PHRASE
When they try the scam:
🗣️ “Tidak, saya sudah booking sendiri. Kalau tidak jemput, saya lapor ke platform.”
(“No, I booked independently. If no pickup, I’ll report to the platform.”)
3. THE NUCLEAR OPTION
If stranded:
1️⃣ Blast them on Google Reviews with screenshots
2️⃣ Dispute charges via credit card/payment app
3️⃣ Tag @baliprov.go.id on Twitter with #ScamAlert
AVOID THESE TOUR OPERATORS
✔ No physical address listed online
✔ Only takes WhatsApp bookings (no platform protection)
✔ “Cash discount” offers (zero paper trail)
SAFE BOOKING HACKS
| Risk Level | Booking Method | Why? |
| ☠️ High | Random Instagram ads | Zero accountability |
| ⚠️ Medium | Hotel-arranged tours | 50% markup |
| 🛡️ Safest | Klook/Hey Bali | Guaranteed pickup |
VERDICT:
“Free pickup” in Bali now means “pay up or get left behind.” Book smart, fight back, and never let them smell your desperation.
#BaliTransportScams #DontBeTheVictim
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5 MUST-KNOW BALI TRANSPORT SCAMS FAQS (GOOGLE SNIPPET GOLD!)
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YOU SURVIVED BALI’S ROAD WARS… NOW GEAR UP FOR THE ISLAND’S ULTIMATE TEST
Picked your transport strategy? Good.
Now let’s talk about how you’ll actually survive Bali’s next level of chaos – where every smiling local might be sizing up your wallet.
Here’s the 2025 reality check Bali transport scams:
✔ “No traffic today!” = You’ll spend sunset in a parking lot (AKA Jl. Raya Canggu)
✔ Your “VIP airport transfer” driver has 17 cousins running souvenir shops en route
✔ “Best price for you!” = Same service locals get for 60% less
👉 COMING SOON: Bali Travel Tips #6 – Accommodation Nightmares
From:
- Villa bait-and-switches (That “infinity pool” is a kiddie pond)
- “Boutique hotel” scams (Your “jungle view” faces a construction site)
- Airbnb horror stories (Where the “romantic traditional hut” has WiFi from 1998)
Brace yourself. Your dream stay is about to get roasted.
📚 FULL SERIES LINKS
- #1: The Ultimate Survival FAQ – Pre-trip bible
- #2: Visa Scams Exposed – Airport horror stories
- #3: Villa Scams 2025 – Photoshop vs reality
- #4: Tourist Traps Unmasked – (Iconic scams broken down)
- #5: Transportation Wars – (You’re here!)
- #6: Accommodation Lies – Coming soon
“Bali transport isn’t just A to B – it’s an obstacle course of scams, cancellations, and creative excuses. Consider it the island’s least charming cultural experience.” – Giostanovlatto
#BaliRealityCheck #ScamImmunity #HeyBali
Tag that friend still believing in “$20 luxury villas”.
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Meet the Author
Giostanovlatto is a self-proclaimed “professional wanderluster” who believes that life is too short to stay in one place. When he’s not busy chasing sunsets or hunting for the best local food, you can find him striking up conversations with strangers (who often become friends by the end of the trip).
