bali versus thailand at the moment ???

Hi - off in a week to Bali with my niece ........this recent shake has given me second thoughts, we went through major earthquakes in our city a couple of years ago so bit stressed over them. If anyone is on the ground over there I'd be keen to know how bad the aftershocks are ? and would you advise going elsewhere ?? ...Bangkok is a contender but I it's the rainy season, not sure if that is a huge issue or not ?? would love any comments or advice.

The earthquake was in Lombok, but felt in Bali and as far as Java. I am in Ubud right now and all is fine, but Lombok of course is suffering. I felt one aftershock that was very light about an hour after the first and possibly some light rolling but could be attributable to me moving in my chair.

I don't think you need to be overly worried about Bali in particular, everywhere in the world might have their challenges and if you have already booked a trip I don't see a need to cancel at this point

Hi ....thanks so much for replying. Great info and reassuring...i can get excited again. I'm from christchurch new zealand so been thru thousands of aftershocks quite literally but the thought of another big one is not a pleasant thought. Happy travels !

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