Nusa Dua

My last night in Bali and I decided to treat myself to the resort area of Nusa Dua. It is arguably one of the best beaches on Bali. I paid a whopping $27 on the splurge.

It did not disappoint. Everything was nicer than what I have had in Bali. It made me consider the cost of comfort.

Trying to stay economical, I've observed myself getting stressed out over a couple of dollars. I associated part of that to the 1 to 1,600 conversions, as the prices were so big. I imagine my empathy also kicked in. I felt the poverty mentality and perhaps demonstrated it myself.

As I explored Nusa Dua and swam at the beach in front of Club Med, I noticed the laid-back mentality there. No one accosted me as they did in other towns. No one begged or laid a guilt trip for me to spend money. It was relaxing to just enjoy. Did this have to do with the luxury vibe the resorts brought to the town? Were employees and business owners successful enough to not have to pressure themselves or others? It was very curious to me.Read more