IanR wrote
I'm arriving in Bali to live for some time towards the end of June 2022. I was planning on heading to Canggu but just seen the thread with the video of the dude talking about it and I think I need to reconsider.
So, I am hoping for a steer from some of you.
This is me >
I am a Scottish man, 56 but still feel young (ish). I've lived in Edinburgh, Delhi India, Sweden and leaving from London now.
Just separated from my (Norwegian) wife. We were heading to Bali together with our 12 YO daughter but she has decided that was not a good idea and is heading to Mumbai instead.
We own our company and while I would not describe myself as loaded, money is not an issue.
I would like to improve an already reasonable healthy lifestyle by more exercise and outdoor activities.
Meeting people, the right people, will be high on my priority list when I arrive.
I guess the right people will not be backpackers, under 30's or those who have given up on life.
I want to be close to nice restaurants and live music but far enough away to not be kept awake all night. A nice restaurant for me will serve fish and veg, with good spices. Japanese, Italian and Indian are also appreciated. What I consider nice other than the food > I don't need a linen table cloth but don't like plastic seats.
I've been to Bali a few times on vacation, with 1 month the longest stay, so I have a reasonable grasp of the areas.
The plan is to get a hotel for a week, to find a villa for a month, to find where I want to live for the first year.
I'm bracing myself for the inevitable cheek but also hope for some constructive suggestions.
Thanks, Ian
Also check out Uluwatu. It might suit your tastes. The connecting road from kuta is a bit of a nightmare but if you are not doing it every day might be bearable. Some nice scenic spots there and good restaurants.
