ARE BALINESE PEOPLE THE FRIENDLIEST IN THE WORLD? - SwT 188 - LEARNING INDONESIAN IN BALI
July 08, 2024 by Sailing with Thomas | Language: EN Play Time: 00:17:32 | SAILING YOUTUBERS
Are Balinese People the Friendliest in the World?
In this episode, I’m trying to find the sail loft that I was looking forward to finding here in Bali. On my way, I bump into my Indonesian friend from three months back and even meet the sweetest family ever who tries to teach me Balinese language.
My Encounter with a Friendly Family
I met Ait and her family, whom I later found out are very friendly people. The daughter, also named Ait, spoke great English, which made it easier for me to communicate with them. They taught me simple Indonesian phrases such as “how are you” (pun) and even showed me around the island.
Learning Indonesian
We had an Indonesian lesson together. Ait’s mother acted as my teacher, teaching me some basic phrases to help me navigate the island better. I learned expressions such as “I don’t have money” (sing), among others.
The Polite and Formal Way of Communication
Ait helped me distinguish between formal and casual Indonesian language, emphasizing that the polite way is essential for communication. She said learning formal Indonesian first was a good start in understanding their language better.
Bali’s Friendliness
Throughout my time in Bali, I met incredible people who showed me the island’s rich culture and warm hospitality. The family I stayed with during this trip taught me valuable lessons about Balinese friendliness.
Conclusion
Based on my experiences and encounters in Bali, I can confidently say that the people of Bali are some of the friendliest you’ll find anywhere. They went out of their way to help me during my stay and left a lasting impression.
Join me as I continue my journey through Southeast Asia, making new friends, and exploring incredible destinations. If you enjoyed this video, hit the subscribe button below so you don’t miss out on more adventures.
Are Balinese people the friendliest in the world?
So far on my 6-year-long adventure, I believe I have found the sweetest and friendliest people on this planet. Meet Astrid who's teaching me Indonesian and all the other friendly people I have met here in Bali.
I'm also trying to find the sailmaker I was expecting to find here, and even bump into my friend that I met in Tual. I am also sharing my first impression of Bali in an unfiltered and honest way.
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ARE BALINESE PEOPLE THE FRIENDLIEST IN THE WORLD? - SwT 188 - LEARNING INDONESIAN IN BALI Locations
- Indonesia (-0.789275,113.921327)
- Canggu Beach in Bali, Indonesia. (-8.5427,115.1694)
- Seminyak, Bali, Indonesia. (-8.6733,115.1851)
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Sailing solo around the world in a Bavaria 55 Cruiser - S/Y Be Free. Most of the time sailing single handed and occasionally with friends and other guests. Dreaming of crossing the Pacific singlehanded. Most of my life has been in the small coastal town Tønsberg, 95 km south of Oslo. With the national park at our doorsteps, and the Oslo fjord and Skagerak sea outside the windows, it was almost mandatory to own a boat. I´m almost raised in a sailboat and had my first by the age of 7. Not only did we spend 3 weeks every summer, and every weekend of my childhood, on the lean (Sailing) But my parents owned a boat factory, where they manufactured sailboats and smaller motorboats. So I think its fair to say I've been into sailing my whole life. MY LAST JOB Full time working for the Norwegian Society for Sea Rescue, and almost 10 years as voluntary and skipper for the Norwegian Society for Sea Rescue. ONE LIFE SAIL IT WISELY www.sailingwiththomas.com
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