Then there was the hour or so spent getting through immigration and customs. Several flights had arrived at the same time and Indonesian Immigration had about 8 counters open accepting new visitors one at a time. Eventually we found our way through and were delighted we had transfers from the airport to our hotel provided.
The Dipan where we are staying is comfortable, small but has all the requirements for a pleasant stay in Seminyak just north of Kuta. There is even a nightclub right next door which has loud music which usually finishes around midnight. We now know this all too well. Fortunately I have sleeping tablets which help me overcome the ever present thump thump of the bass.
Everything else is great. Slowly but surely more and more wedding guests are arriving and popping in to say hello. Quite a few of them are staying here at Dipan.
With so many young people here and all on holidays it is like a week long buck's party. Some of the oldies or those with young families head off togther for a look around or a meal. Needless to say our want is Asian food. We have already acquired the necessary Bintang (the local beer) singlets and T Shirts.
There are some great things to do for the holiday maker and it is usually quite inexpensive to do so. As it is a Muslim country alcohol could be expensive but is around Aussie prices. I have found a spot which does 3 stubbies for $5 which is good value. It is in 'town' and a good 20 minute walk away.
That 20 minute walk in 34 degree tropical heat can sure build a thirst.
We have 2 more nights here before heading around 50ks south for the wedding ceremony on Sunday. Hopefully the accommodation there won't be next door to nightclub.
But it is great catching up with extended family we haven't seen for a long time.
The photo is out of our hotel room window across towards the noisy nightclub.
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