Tahiti or Bali

Old Aug 28th, 2001, 09:19 AM
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Tahiti or Bali

In November or early December, which would be better, Tahiti or Bali? Why? Thank you.
 
Old Aug 29th, 2001, 09:32 AM
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Unfortunately I've never had the pleasure of Tahiti but Bali is wonderful and there's a great site on it - www.balitravelforum.com

Take a look.

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Old Sep 3rd, 2001, 03:40 AM
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I have been to both places and they are both very different. It depends what you are looking for. Bali has an interesting culture and things to see beyond the beach areas such as Ubud and the volcano on another part of the island. It is much less expensive than Tahiti. I found the main hotel area very commercial with loads of package tour travellers from many parts of the world. The quality of your experience will depend very much on where you stay.

Tahiti (again depending on which island you choose) is quieter and much more expensive. The beaches and water are far superior to anything you will find in Bali but culturally Bali probably offers more. If you are looking for sun and sand and a place of rare beauty, Bora Bora is a good bet. Moorea is also popular but not as scenic as Bora Bora. It is worth cruising the area in a smaller sailing vessel if you can- that way you can access some of the smaller islands.

If I had to choose between the two places I would likely choose Tahiti over Bali. I found it more peaceful and the water is simply the best. The cost difference is significant however. Again, your choice will depend on the type of holiday you want.
 
Old Sep 3rd, 2001, 05:07 AM
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I can see I'll have to put Tahiti on my list of "Places to see before I die"!

Just to add to your confusion - the best place I have been to, for a similar experience, is Mauritius. Hard to pinpoint why - beaches, people, atmosphere, cocktails...

It is very expensive compared to Bali though.
 
Old Sep 9th, 2001, 09:07 AM
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Sorry to start a different thread on this post but whats the flying time to Bali from LA. I know it is 7 1/2 to Tahiti from LA. Thank you
 
Old Dec 3rd, 2001, 07:37 PM
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Get ready for a loooong trip. We went to Bali just this past May and this is how it breaks down.
LA to Taipei...... 13 1/2 hours
Taipei to Singapore 4 hours
Singapore to Bali 2 1/2 hours

\These are the actual flying times. Believe you me, now I actually KNOW what "jet lag" feels like.
 
Old Dec 4th, 2001, 05:53 AM
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Tahiti hands down. It is a much shorter flight, very clean, friendly people, and perfect water. Bali is a very long trip, and we didn't care for it.
 
Old Dec 4th, 2001, 11:43 AM
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Flight times to/from Bali will differ. You can also go by way of Austrailia and not have to make so many stops.
 
Old Dec 5th, 2001, 06:49 PM
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LA-BALI...you can take Cathay to Hong Kong, then to Bali (Denpasar) with just one stop. Or Eva Air is cheaper to Taipei, then to Bali. Never been to Bali, but this February will be my third trip to Tahiti.
 

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