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The ‘season’ed traveller goes now The cooler dry season from April to October is the best time to visit Bali. ‘Savour’ faire Lobster, Smoked Fish and all the exotic seafood you can find. Get to work Hit the local ‘markets’ featuring local crafts and produce or grab a board and catch a surf wave at Uluwatu. Better still, learn a spot of silver smithing while out there or treat yourself to a yoga retreat on the Bukit Peninsula. What’s the word? The official language is Indonesian, and Apa Kabar (How are you?) goes a long way in breaking the ice with the locals, Boleh kurang harganya? (Can you make it cheaper?) might make shopping a little easier and you won’t have to pay Mahal (expensive) prices for stuff that you buy. Keepsake Courtesies Silver costume jewellery or a piece picked with care from a diverse array of fine Balinese wood-carvings (including colourful wind chimes) can make for a tasteful gift.