FAQ’s BALI
Here is a list of frequently asked questions with appropriate answers concerning
Bali. If you have any further questions Either email on
info@world-villa.co.uk
or call on 01756 751777 and we will be pleased to respond promptly.
Q. – Question
A. - Answer
Q.
What is the change-over day for Bali ? Up
A. Saturday
Q.
How do I get to Bali ? Up
A. Most people fly to Hong Kong then on to Bali.
Q.
Can you help with booking Bali flights ? Up
A. Ask for assistance.
Q.
Can I place an option on the villa ? Up
A. Yes we can hold an option for 24 hours except for last minute bookings.
Q.
Can I book parking and insurance ? Up
A. Yes just click on the link buttons at the side of each page, check availability and book online
direct with the recommended supplier. We have negotiated favourable rates with all our listed suppliers
for your convenience.
Q.
Can I book car hire ? Up
A. Ask for assistance with car hire.
Q.
What time can we arrive and when do we need to leave ? Up
A. The villa is available to you from 17.00 and you need to leave by 10.00 (unless stated otherwise).
Q.
What about security ? Up
A. Security is an issue. Refer to the foreign office web site for up to date advice. www.fco.gov.uk
Q.
What is the local language and do they speak English ? Up
A. Most Balanese people speak Bahasa Indonesia, Bahasa Bali is also spoken. English is spoken by most
tourist orientated people.
Q.
Do you know the villas and the island ? Up
A. Not personally but our sister company Villas du Monde have operated on the island for some years.
Q.
What’s the Bali weather like throughout the year ? Up
A. The dry season from April to October is cooler and the best time to visit Bali. The rest of the
year is more humid, more cloudy and has more rainstorms. European summer holidays bring the biggest
crowds - July, August and early September are busy. Click on the BBC weather link below to view
further information www.bbc.co.uk
Q.
What is the local currency and guideline exchange rate ? Up
A. The currency is Indonesian Rupiah. The rate is generally around 17,380 IDR to 1 GBP.
Q.
What is the time difference ? Up
A. 8 hours ahead
Q.
What is there to do ? Up
A. There are over 10,000 temples in Bali, you can visit as long as you are appropriately dressed.
The hinterland is dramatic, volcanic and well worth discovering. The sea is ideal for scuba diving
and many other water sports. And there is so much more…
Q.
Are there any particularly good value times to go ? Up
A. If you are tied to school holidays then Easter and Spring bank holiday are probably the best.
Outside school holidays April, May and June are favourites.
Q.
Is it possible to arrange extra services such as cleaning locally ? Up
A. There are staff at most of the villas, so yes.
Q.
How does the local deposit system work ? Up
A. A credit card registration is made for the deposit as when you hire a car.
Q.
Are there any local charges and how do they work ? Up
A. No. Only for extras.
Q.
What local assistance do you offer ? Up
A. The villa staff are managed by professionals who are able to offer all the assistance you require.
Q.
What health issues are there ? Up
A. Polio, Tetanus, Typhoid, Hepatitis A, Malaria, Japanese Encephalatis all recommended. Hepatitis
B and Diphtheria sometimes recommended.
Q.
Visa requirements ? Up
A. Visa required. Check with Indonesian Embassy UK.