Bali/Phuket

[The Ash Man]

Hey Travelites

I have just bought a weeks holiday in Bali as a surprise for the missus birthday ( yeh I know, how sweet!)

I havent been in about 6 years as I have preferred to do the Asian adventures since (backpacking China, Laos, Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia)

Any one been there recently?

After some ideas of what to do and places to eat, drink.
Elephant Park will be on the list as she loves the things!
Possibly white water rafting

Also, whats the going rate for things like t-shirts, beer etc. these days?

Cheers

[Footy Chick]

Ok, so I have to then?

[The Ash Man]

Ok, so I have to then?

Yes....

[the big bang]

how'd ya go for info ashman?

we're probably headed over in march next year for 3 weeks.

need to know how much spending money we're guna need each for it.

so, how much would one recommend i take, if i was ya average 24yo heading over there for 3 weeks, with my missus and sister and bro-in-law. i can see me and the bro-in-law spending majoriy of the time drinking. and will be after some cheap clothes and stuff.

any advice appreciated!

[The Ash Man]

how'd ya go for info ashman?

we're probably headed over in march next year for 3 weeks.

need to know how much spending money we're guna need each for it.

so, how much would one recommend i take, if i was ya average 24yo heading over there for 3 weeks, with my missus and sister and bro-in-law. i can see me and the bro-in-law spending majoriy of the time drinking. and will be after some cheap clothes and stuff.

any advice appreciated!

A mate of mine just got back so I plan to hit him up for the latest, Ill let ya know.
I go in 5 weeks so Ill be sure to tell you about prices of things

[Drop Bear]

I went about 4 years ago now. Back then it was $1.10 for a Bintang and about $3 a T-shirt. Depends how much you want to barter. We did the Elephant Park for $100 if I remember right? Well worth it. With the dollar going great guns it'll be even cheaper. How much did you have to pay for your trip if you don't mind me asking Ashman? My missus and I are tossing up between Bali, Tassie or Perth for our next trip.

[The Ash Man]

I went about 4 years ago now. Back then it was $1.10 for a Bintang and about $3 a T-shirt. Depends how much you want to barter. We did the Elephant Park for $100 if I remember right? Well worth it. With the dollar going great guns it'll be even cheaper. How much did you have to pay for your trip if you don't mind me asking Ashman? My missus and I are tossing up between Bali, Tassie or Perth for our next trip.

I have a friend in the game so she does me some good deals

For me and the missus, Airfares, 9 nights in 4 star, breakfast and transfers $900 ea

[mighty_tiger_79]

sounds like a bargain

[Iron Fist]

Im going with some mates for 7 days over new years
first trip over seas.
Mate went last year and said $100AUS a day is plenty, that will allow all ya food, plenty of piss and some tourist things.
I will probs have $2000 for our trip, hopefully wont spend that much but who knows???

[The Ash Man]

Well I'm back

Fisty, I spent about 800 all up and that was shopping (not alot), drinking all day and night, 3 touristy things and meals, U will have plenty

[carey]

Well I'm back

Fisty, I spent about 800 all up and that was shopping (not alot), drinking all day and night, 3 touristy things and meals, U will have plenty

did you enjoy it ash? well thats probably a stupid question the point i was going to make was i just come back from bali was there for 10 days i thought it was totally over rated. i've been to phuket and bali is'nt in the same ball park! whilst yes i did enjoy myself (but i could go to boliver caravan park and have a good time) it just didnt live up to all the hype of bali.......

[Wedgie]

Bali's cheaper than Thailand for a reason just like the Bolivar Caravan Park is cheaper than Bali.
Like most things in life you get what you pay for.

[The Ash Man]

Well I'm back

Fisty, I spent about 800 all up and that was shopping (not alot), drinking all day and night, 3 touristy things and meals, U will have plenty

did you enjoy it ash? well thats probably a stupid question the point i was going to make was i just come back from bali was there for 10 days i thought it was totally over rated. i've been to phuket and bali is'nt in the same ball park! whilst yes i did enjoy myself (but i could go to boliver caravan park and have a good time) it just didnt live up to all the hype of bali.......

I was in Phuket in April/May and like it heaps better than Bali.
I hadnt been for 6 yrs so wanted to go back, it will be my last time I dare say

[pompy]

So where is a good place to stay in Phuket next year? Im going with the missus, both late 20's.

[Q.]

So where is a good place to stay in Phuket next year? Im going with the missus, both late 20's.

Do you prefer seediness or seclusion?

[Wedgie]

I previously stayed at Kata Beach right on the beach which I loved, am going next month for a couple of weeks and staying the first week up north near the airport and then a week at Karon Beach. Last place I'd stay would be Patong.

[pompy]

So where is a good place to stay in Phuket next year? Im going with the missus, both late 20's.

Do you prefer seediness or seclusion?

Probably seclusion, just want a relaxing holiday, nice pools etc. Not too far away from the action though as we like eating out, enjoy a few drinks at bars etc.

[pompy]

I previously stayed at Kata Beach right on the beach which I loved, am going next month for a couple of weeks and staying the first week up north near the airport and then a week at Karon Beach. Last place I'd stay would be Patong.

Hey Wedgie,
Can I ask the name of the place u stayed at at Kata Beach?

[Wedgie]

I previously stayed at Kata Beach right on the beach which I loved, am going next month for a couple of weeks and staying the first week up north near the airport and then a week at Karon Beach. Last place I'd stay would be Patong.

Hey Wedgie,
Can I ask the name of the place u stayed at at Kata Beach?

Kata Beach Spa and Resort, only 4 star but it's right on the beach with awesome views, Kata is a much nicer beach than Karon and Patong.
Only a $10 taxi fare to paying too.
I'll post some pics if you like.

I'm doing it 5 star this time and wanted to try some new spots but loved Kata.
Main reason we're not going back there is there weren't any family rooms available in the busy season.

If you want any more advice on where to stay, what to do, etc feel free to ask as besides being there I had to do extensive research to organize a trip there in he busy season at fairly short notice.

[pompy]

Cheers Wedgie.
I'll have a look at that place. Would be interested to see some of your pics.
Is there plenty of restaurants/bars/shopping around the kata area?
We don't want to be too far away from the 'action' but dont want to be kept up till 5 in the morning either hearing clubs/music etc. We are also heading to Krabi on this trip so will be doing a fair but of R&R there.
Any tips on day trips? Must do's?
We were recommended some 4* places too in phuket by travel agent. The Centara Karon Resort, Horizon Karon Resort and Banthai Resort in Patong. Do u know anything about these places?