So...Bali...the "island of Gods” This description definitely describes certain parts of Bali...which are full of ancient ruins, beautiful temples and awe. However, the island, which is still suffering from the effects of the Bali bombings a few years ago, is completely focused on the tourist industry. Which makes certain areas a little too commercial, especially around Kuta, where you can't walk more than two yards without being grabbed or shouted at for requests of "you want transport?" Or "massage mate?" The smells emanating from the streets of Kuta are a mixture of exhaust fumes, incense sticks and drains! The nights differ slightly in Kuta...when most of the bars are filled white European males on "business!" waving their cash about in the hope that some young Indonesian girl will be persuaded to have a drink and maybe
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