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What is the norm for tipping a tour guide / driver in Yogyakarta and in Bali? Thanks in advance for your advice.

And thanks to everyone here for your suggestions and feedback over the past several months. Leaving for Singapore a week from today and cannot wait! I'll make sure to post a trip report upon return.

MmePerdu

It depends on if they're self employed or an employee of a company. In my experience the drivers in both places have been self-employed so paying the asking price or a bit more was sufficient.

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In Yogyakarta, I'm using Wiedy Antara, and on Bali, Putu Arnawa, both recommended by posters here.

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Also please let me know if you have recommendations on ATMs / where to exchange currency in Yogyakarta and in Ubud. Thanks.

Kathie

There are plenty of ATMs in Yogyakarta, all the shopping centers have them. I flew into Solo City (and there was no ATM at that airport, just currency exchange.

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Thank you Kathie. Hope Japan's treating you and Cheryl well.