Expat life (page 4)
Living, working, house-hunting and raising a child in Seminyak.
Interview with Mike Hillis about BaliSierra in Sanur Bali
Name: Mike Hillis Age: 37 From: California USA Occupation: Jungle Trek / Diving operater How long in Bali: Coming and going for 10 years Bali expat Mike Hillis is involved with a diving and trekking…
Seminyak evening scene: A mixed bag
This evening I ate at the nasi padang place on Jl. Seminyak, drank a beer at Bush Telegraph, went home, couldn't get online, came out, and am sitting here at an internet cafe.
Can't get online in Seminyak Bali
Not being able to get online is a pisser, especially when you run a website. I had a busy day today, with a metting at the British Consulate, with Mike Hillis in Sanur, with the manager of Blueline…
Bugs and other critters in Seminyak Bali
Just as expats in Bali have to be savvy to the scams and other things that can sideline them, life in Bali involves a constant battle, or at least co-existance with the animal and plant world.
Living in paradise: Take a closer look
Recently I talked to few expats and heard their stories of whatever crisis they were going through. I won't divulge their identity here or in person, so no worries.
Your guide to the Bali Expat Community'
Bali real estate is literally 'hot property right now. There are some awesome houses being built and no shortage of customers it seems.
Looking back to Jan 9th 2003 in Seminyak Bali
What were you doing on this day 3 years ago? For me it easy to remember, I just look through my archives and I can see.
Sunday morning in Seminyak Bali
Sunny weather is with us here in Seminyak. Ika and I took Jevon down the play beach playgorund at the end of Jl. Double Six.
Bathtime for Jevon in Seminyak Bali
Bathtime for Jevon means an 8am spot and a 6pm spot in the tub. Ika warms up the water, letting it run for a few minutes, then gets the plastic tub ready.
Getting more familiar with my GPS in Seminyak Bali
GPS systems are said to become addictive. I agree with that assessment. Since getting one in December I love using it and am figuring out how it best suits my needs.
Bali Real Estate info online
Bali can be a place to live that will change your life. Some people come, buy land, build a house, start a business and spend the rest of their lives here.
Rio Helmi: A successful Bali expat
Ubud is home to some of the high profile Bali expats. One of which is Rio Helmi (who was actually born in Indonesia).
Moving to Bali is easy if you have plan: Gaia Grant
People dream of moving to Bali. The image of a colorful culture, street processions, great weather and beach life is enticing.
Bali police shoot violent Jimbaran burgler in Denpasar
Reading the Bali Advertiser today, I learned that on police Dec 18th Bali police shot and killed the violent Jimbaran burgler, in Denpasar.
People are expecting a slim time in Seminyak Bali
The economic outlook for the short term in Bali isn't good. Everyone knows this, but most of us are grateful for a violence free Christmas and New Years.
Getting used to the neighborhood in Seminyak Bali
Seminyak has been my home for 3 years now and I am still in my second house off of Jl. Dhyana Pura.
Peaceful New Years in Seminyak Bali
Bali had a peaceful New Years 2006. My New Years was especially quiet. I walked down to the Padang food place at the top of Jl. Seminyak called Pondok Dua.