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From Chris's Bali notes. Editorial pass: 7 November 2026. This is personal experience and saved research, not a live-verified directory. Check rules, prices and contact details before relying on them.
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Who this is for: Families travelling now, parents testing a long stay, and people thinking about bringing pets.
My take: Pick your school, childcare and daily route first. Pick the dream villa second.
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Keep the first day light. Book airport transport with the right vehicle for luggage and children, stay somewhere you can get food easily, and know how to reach qualified medical care.
I would compare Sanur, Umalas and Kerobokan based on the school, your routine and your budget. I have thought about getting my mum a comfortable place in Sanur one day.
For schooling, look into both local and international options, enrolment rules, fees, transport and what level of study your children need. Home education may be an option for some families; review applicable legal requirements first.
Chomank Poerwanti — +62 852 0555 6464.
She helped our family during a 2019 trip and her husband drove us to places. I valued the combined help. But that experience is old: please do fresh interviews, safeguarding checks, references, duties and pay terms before hiring.
My driver notes also include Made Kusuma, +62 812 3919 879, whose wife was mentioned in relation to nanny services. Check current availability.
This isn't a decision you make from a single social post. Check current Indonesian rules for entry permits, veterinary health requirements, origin restrictions, vaccinations, quarantine and airline rules before booking a flight.
I saved two research links, but they are working notes, not official advice:
Use a qualified pet relocation company and official animal-quarantine authorities to confirm the current process.