Anonymous
Post 12/30/2025 22:03     Subject: Layover in Bali or Kuala Lumpur
KL.
Anonymous
Post 12/30/2025 21:48     Subject: Layover in Bali or Kuala Lumpur
Bali is amazing but the traffic is terrible and there’s nothing that nice near the airport. If you have 2 full days it’s doable but just barely.

KL is a much easier place to get around from the airport area. Great to dine and less touristy. There are some nice museums and cultural attractions too.

The Indonesia Liveaboards are amazing-enjoy!
Anonymous
Post 12/30/2025 16:23     Subject: Layover in Bali or Kuala Lumpur
Not Bali
Anonymous
Post 12/30/2025 13:24     Subject: Layover in Bali or Kuala Lumpur
Bali! KL needs time for excursions and finding the best restaurants but shopping isnt that great/different and I still love KL but would go for something more than a layover, like an event or tour.
Anonymous
Post 12/30/2025 13:24     Subject: Layover in Bali or Kuala Lumpur
Anonymous wrote:What major city are you spending time in? I really like KL but if you’re already going to a big SE Asian city, Bali would be different. I agree with Ubud—visit the rice terraces, the monkey forest, and a nearby temple, keeping in mind that travel around Bali is not easy as the transportation infrastructure isn’t there.


No major city. I'm going on a liveaboard diving vacation. The layover is just killing time until I head to Sorong. From what I hear, there is nothing to do in Sorong except wait for the boat to leave.
Anonymous
Post 12/30/2025 13:21     Subject: Layover in Bali or Kuala Lumpur
What major city are you spending time in? I really like KL but if you’re already going to a big SE Asian city, Bali would be different. I agree with Ubud—visit the rice terraces, the monkey forest, and a nearby temple, keeping in mind that travel around Bali is not easy as the transportation infrastructure isn’t there.
Anonymous
Post 12/30/2025 13:16     Subject: Re:Layover in Bali or Kuala Lumpur
PP again. The beaches in Bali are not the pristine, picturesque beaches you might be hoping for. Definitely do your research.
Anonymous
Post 12/30/2025 13:14     Subject: Re:Layover in Bali or Kuala Lumpur
Bali is nice but not amazing. Are you energetic and adventurous? If yes, you might really enjoy it. Consider taking a surfing lesson while you’re there.
Anonymous
Post 12/30/2025 13:01     Subject: Layover in Bali or Kuala Lumpur
Bali - spend the time in Ubud - easy to walk around town, take an excursion if desired.
Anonymous
Post 12/30/2025 12:55     Subject: Layover in Bali or Kuala Lumpur
No one has any thoughts? Can someone share what they've done in Kuala Lumpur or Bali that doesn't involve the beach?
Anonymous
Post 12/29/2025 14:53     Subject: Layover in Bali or Kuala Lumpur
Going on a live aboard out of Raja Ampat. I have 2 days in a major city before traveling onto Sorong to catch the boat. Would you rather spend 2 days/2 nights in Bali or KL? We don't need to visit the beach during our stop over.