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West Australian
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- West Australian
Adrian Barich: Bali is a different place for my daughter than when I visited in my 20s but some truths remain
There was a time — and yes, I'll admit I'm going back a bit — when I could walk down Poppies Lane with a Bintang in my hand, sunburn on my shoulders, and a sense that I was almost bulletproof. Remember your 20s? That feeling of being almost invincible; untouchable, even. Twenty-somethings are supposed to make mistakes, aren't they? And I may have made a few in WA's favourite island hideaway of Bali. Nobody likes you when you're 23 anyway, as Blink-182 once said. That time was 1984 and onwards for me, and Bali was different then. There were no beach clubs serving cocktails, no infinity pools on Instagram, and the only influencer was a bloke called Joey from Cannington, a cashed-up bogan who could barter a fake Rolex Oyster down to five bucks. I've been to Bali more than 20 times over the years. I've seen it grow up, glam up, and be GPS-ed into submission. And now, my daughter goes with her friends, while I stay home checking the Find My iPhone app every 15 minutes and trying not to imagine her on the back of a scooter sans helmet with some bloke nicknamed 'Big Dog'. The circle of life isn't always lions and Elton John songs. Sometimes, it's your daughter posting from a pool party in Seminyak, while you're at your kitchen bench in Perth muttering things like 'I know what goes on over there . . .'. When I first went to Bali, you didn't 'curate content'. You lost your thongs, your traveller's cheques, and occasionally your mates and your dignity. There were nights in Kuta that defied the laws of physics. There were mornings that began with you wandering out of someone else's hotel desperate to make the breakfast buffet at your own accommodation. Some of my wild mates even got tattoos in Legian at 2am. From 'Dr Needlez' no less: the fella's moniker is surely a warning that getting 'inked' was a bad idea. Maybe it was the free shot of arak as anaesthetic that sucked in the boys. Needless to say that tattoo, which was supposed to be a dragon but looked more like a sock puppet, is long gone from the arm of this well-known Perth stockbroker, courtesy of laser removal. And now, all these years later, my daughter is making her own pilgrimage, drawn by the same magnet that pulled us there: cheap everything, tropical sunsets, and that glorious illusion of being just a little bit cooler than we actually were. The Balinese people were another attraction: in my opinion, some of the nicest hosts in the world. As for my daughter? Well, I trust her implicitly. She's smart, capable, and she knows how to say no. But still, Bali is seductive. It's a tropical cocktail of fun, freedom and foolishness . . . and there's always chaos. I gave her warnings she didn't need. I told her to be careful about scooters, about dodgy drinks, about monkey forests (they will steal your sunnies), about currency exchange scams and emotional entanglements with guys who wear beads and call themselves 'soul travellers'. Barra's tips for beating 'Bali belly' were also given a run: no ice cubes in drinks, avoid salads and if you accidentally swallow some water in the shower or when brushing your teeth? Well, spend three days praying to the porcelain gods. Pack light. Laugh hard. Respect the locals. And never trust a drink that glows in the dark. She smiles and says, 'Dad, I'll be fine'. She posts pics from Uluwatu that look like a Vogue spread; I once took a disposable camera into a nightclub and waited a couple of days for some very ordinary photos to be developed. And that, my friends, is what Bali teaches you. It laughs with you, not at you. It breaks you down, builds you back up, and sends you home with stories, scars and the eternal wisdom of never trusting street cart food after midnight. 'Eat. Pray. Imodium.' Long may Bali humble us all. And guess what? My daughter is back now and she's fine, because while Bali still holds its wild heart, today's generation travels smarter. I'm not sure she used the same accent I adopted when talking to the locals, or discovered that most Balinese men have one of four first names: Wayan, Made, Nyoman or Ketut. But I still gave her the benefit of my wisdom. And now, I sit back and watch her make her own memories. She danced where I once danced, ate at places I still can't pronounce, and laughed under the same stars we used to stare at, lying on beanbags on the beach (although I don't think she ventured near the runway at Denpasar Airport to watch jumbos land). There's something about sipping cocktails at Potato Head Beach Club that makes you realise you deserve better. Yes, my generation once felt like the kings of Bali. And now we're just dads who foot the bill and wait for a text that says, 'Landed safe x'. And you know what? That's OK. Because kings don't last forever. But worried dads? We reign for life.
Perth Now
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Passing the Bali torch to a new generation
There was a time — and yes, I'll admit I'm going back a bit — when I could walk down Poppies Lane with a Bintang in my hand, sunburn on my shoulders, and a sense that I was almost bulletproof. Remember your 20s? That feeling of being almost invincible; untouchable, even. Twenty-somethings are supposed to make mistakes, aren't they? And I may have made a few in WA's favourite island hideaway of Bali. Nobody likes you when you're 23 anyway, as Blink-182 once said. That time was 1984 and onwards for me, and Bali was different then. There were no beach clubs serving cocktails, no infinity pools on Instagram, and the only influencer was a bloke called Joey from Cannington, a cashed-up bogan who could barter a fake Rolex Oyster down to five bucks. I've been to Bali more than 20 times over the years. I've seen it grow up, glam up, and be GPS-ed into submission. And now, my daughter goes with her friends, while I stay home checking the Find My iPhone app every 15 minutes and trying not to imagine her on the back of a scooter sans helmet with some bloke nicknamed 'Big Dog'. The circle of life isn't always lions and Elton John songs. Sometimes, it's your daughter posting from a pool party in Seminyak, while you're at your kitchen bench in Perth muttering things like 'I know what goes on over there . . .'. When I first went to Bali, you didn't 'curate content'. You lost your thongs, your traveller's cheques, and occasionally your mates and your dignity. There were nights in Kuta that defied the laws of physics. There were mornings that began with you wandering out of someone else's hotel desperate to make the breakfast buffet at your own accommodation. Some of my wild mates even got tattoos in Legian at 2am. From 'Dr Needlez' no less: the fella's moniker is surely a warning that getting 'inked' was a bad idea. Maybe it was the free shot of arak as anaesthetic that sucked in the boys. Needless to say that tattoo, which was supposed to be a dragon but looked more like a sock puppet, is long gone from the arm of this well-known Perth stockbroker, courtesy of laser removal. And now, all these years later, my daughter is making her own pilgrimage, drawn by the same magnet that pulled us there: cheap everything, tropical sunsets, and that glorious illusion of being just a little bit cooler than we actually were. The Balinese people were another attraction: in my opinion, some of the nicest hosts in the world. As for my daughter? Well, I trust her implicitly. She's smart, capable, and she knows how to say no. But still, Bali is seductive. It's a tropical cocktail of fun, freedom and foolishness . . . and there's always chaos. I gave her warnings she didn't need. I told her to be careful about scooters, about dodgy drinks, about monkey forests (they will steal your sunnies), about currency exchange scams and emotional entanglements with guys who wear beads and call themselves 'soul travellers'. Barra's tips for beating 'Bali belly' were also given a run: no ice cubes in drinks, avoid salads and if you accidentally swallow some water in the shower or when brushing your teeth? Well, spend three days praying to the porcelain gods. Pack light. Laugh hard. Respect the locals. And never trust a drink that glows in the dark. She smiles and says, 'Dad, I'll be fine'. She posts pics from Uluwatu that look like a Vogue spread; I once took a disposable camera into a nightclub and waited a couple of days for some very ordinary photos to be developed. And that, my friends, is what Bali teaches you. It laughs with you, not at you. It breaks you down, builds you back up, and sends you home with stories, scars and the eternal wisdom of never trusting street cart food after midnight. 'Eat. Pray. Imodium.' Long may Bali humble us all. And guess what? My daughter is back now and she's fine, because while Bali still holds its wild heart, today's generation travels smarter. I'm not sure she used the same accent I adopted when talking to the locals, or discovered that most Balinese men have one of four first names: Wayan, Made, Nyoman or Ketut. But I still gave her the benefit of my wisdom. And now, I sit back and watch her make her own memories. She danced where I once danced, ate at places I still can't pronounce, and laughed under the same stars we used to stare at, lying on beanbags on the beach (although I don't think she ventured near the runway at Denpasar Airport to watch jumbos land). There's something about sipping cocktails at Potato Head Beach Club that makes you realise you deserve better. Yes, my generation once felt like the kings of Bali. And now we're just dads who foot the bill and wait for a text that says, 'Landed safe x'. And you know what? That's OK. Because kings don't last forever. But worried dads? We reign for life.
Time of India
09-07-2025
- Time of India
What to do if your phone gets lost while traveling
Having your phone lost while you are on a trip can be very distressing. It not only contains your contacts, but also almost every information, including tickets, travel itineraries, bank apps, photographs, and more. Being quick and clever can reduce the loss and even enhance the possibility of retrieval. Below are five essential tips that you should follow if your phone is lost while traveling: Try to stay calm and retrace your steps First, remain calm and do not panic. Reflect on where and when you last made use of your phone, were you at a cafe, in a taxi, or when visiting a monument? Return to your last visited areas and inquire about staff whether someone picked up and handed over a phone. At times, it is merely a matter of losing it, and prompt action would be taken to get it back before it's lost forever. Use phone tracking services If going back the way you came doesn't work, employ phone tracking functions. For Android phones, employ Google's "Find My Device," and for iPhones, employ Apple's "Find My iPhone." These services are able to indicate your phone's last seen place as well as make your phone ring, lock it, or delete your data remotely. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like An engineer reveals: One simple trick to get internet without a subscription Techno Mag Learn More Undo This is a step that is vital in avoiding misuse, particularly if the phone has sensitive data or money apps. Notify the police and your cell phone company of the loss Report the loss at the local police station, including when and where the phone went missing. This comes in handy when claiming insurance or seeking a replacement SIM. Report your lost mobile number to your mobile service provider as well to block it and avoid unauthorized use. Most service providers can provide a duplicate SIM that can be sent or picked up locally. Official documentation also serves the purpose of safeguarding your identity and mobile services. Lock down your online accounts and update passwords After your phone is locked and SIM is blocked, ensure that you safeguard your online identity. Change email, social media, and banking app passwords instantly. Update 2FA settings to a new phone or secondary number if you had 2FA enabled. This keeps hackers away from logging into your accounts with cached passwords or OTPs. This is one of the most important steps in securing your digital footprint. Use backups and inform travel insurance If you've saved your phone to the cloud (Google Drive, iCloud, or Dropbox), you can recover vital data to a borrowed or new device. In addition, if you bought travel insurance, notify your insurance company immediately. Share the police report and phone buying information with them to start making a claim. Although the loss is irritating, having insurance and backups can soften the blow and allow you to proceed with the trip unscathed.
Wales Online
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
I'm A Celebrity star's phone snatched 'out of his hand' during street mugging
I'm A Celebrity star's phone snatched 'out of his hand' during street mugging The comedian has revealed he was mugged in London a week ago, with his phone now apparently being located in China An I'm A Celebrity star shared a worrying incident (Image: ITV ) I'm A Celebrity star Seann Walsh has become the latest victim of theft in London, with his mobile phone being snatched from his hand, not long after a similar incident involving a Strictly Come Dancing celebrity. Comedian Seann, who gained notoriety on the BBC dance show in 2018 following a controversial kiss with dance partner Katya Jones before heading into the jungle, informed his followers on Instagram about the unfortunate event. He uploaded an image from the Find My iPhone app showing his phone's location as China, and humorously remarked: "My phone was stolen (yes, out of my hand and yes, I live in London) a week or so ago and it is now in China if anyone happens to be passing by." A fan replied saying Seann should pen a book about his life's misadventures, according to MailOnline. They commented: "I am very sorry about your phone but please, please write a book of all things that happen to you. 'It could only happen to me.'" Seann Walsh appeared on Strictly in 2018 alongside Katya Jones (Image: BBC ) Article continues below BBC to broadcast live coverage as Oasis come to Cardiff READ MORE: Responding with good humour, Seann said: "If there are any publishers following me, I am open to this but it will be a very long book. I'm calling it Typical," reports Edinburgh Live. This revelation follows shortly after Strictly professional Michelle Tsiakkas shared her own distressing experience of being mugged in London, leaving her feeling "scared and helpless". Michelle posted a video on Instagram detailing how she was targeted while on her way to the dentist in central London, with her phone being taken early in the morning. "This was a couple of days ago and I've just about mentally recovered from that. It was quite traumatising on the day," she recounted. Michelle Tsiakkas warned fans after the 'traumatising' incident (Image: Michelle Tsiakkas Instagram ) "It wasted my whole day and made me feel awful, scared, helpless and I don't want the same to happen to you." She continued: "My phone got stolen. I mean I see it happening all the time but it's just one of those things that you just never think it's gonna happen to you and then it does." Describing the incident, she said a cyclist snatched her phone as she was using it to find her way, leaving her to wonder if her solitude made her an "easy target". "My heart just sank. I tried to like reach for it and that made me fall on my knees on the floor and graze my knee. The dancer updated fans on Instagram (Image: Mike Marsland/WireImage via Getty Images ) "I think my reflex was just to swear and then scream give me back my phone and clearly you know that didn't work. He just left." Michelle, who danced with EastEnders star Jamie Borthwick last year, mentioned the thief wore a mask concealing his face and that he sped off on an electric bike, making him impossible to chase. Article continues below "Thankfully there were two really lovely and helpful women there and they'd seen that I was a bit distressed." Strictly Come Dancing is available to watch on BBC iPlayer and returns to BBC One later this year, while I'm A Celebrity can be watched on ITVX and returns to ITV1 later this year.
Edinburgh Live
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Second Strictly star mugged just days after pro dancer was left ‘traumatised'
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Seann Walsh has revealed his phone was stolen while out in London, just days after another Strictly Come Dancing star was 'mugged'. The 39-year-old comedian, who appeared on the BBC competition in 2018 where he was embroiled in a 'kissing' scandal with pro dance partner Katya Jones, took to Instagram to share the update with fans. He posted a screenshot of his Find My iPhone app, in which his phone appeared to be located in China. Seann wrote: 'My phone was stolen (yes, out of my hand and yes, I live in London) a week or so ago and it is now in China if anyone happens to be passing by.' In a since-deleted post as seen by Mail Online, one fan replied to Seann and asked him to write a book about everything that had happened in his life. They said: 'I am very sorry about your phone but please, please write a book of all things that happen to you. 'It could only happen to me.'' (Image: BBC) Seann light-heartedly replied: 'If there are any publishers following me, I am open to this but it will be a very long book. I'm calling it Typical.' This comes just days after Strictly pro dancer Michelle Tsiakkas revealed she was robbed in London last week, and has now been left 'scared and helpless'. The 29-year-old shared a concerning video to Instagram last week, saying she'd been walking to the dentist in central London when her phone was snatched early in the morning. 'This was a couple of days ago and I've just about mentally recovered from that. It was quite traumatising on the day,' she said. (Image: Michelle Tsiakkas Instagram) 'It wasted my whole day and made me feel awful, scared, helpless and I don't want the same to happen to you.' She added: 'My phone got stolen. I mean I see it happening all the time but it's just one of those things that you just never think it's gonna happen to you and then it does.' She said a man on a bike swiped her phone while she was checking directions, and among the quiet streets she considered if maybe she was an 'easy target'. 'My heart just sank. I tried to like reach for it and that made me fall on my knees on the floor and graze my knee. (Image: Mike Marsland/WireImage via Getty Images) 'I think my reflex was just to swear and then scream give me back my phone and clearly you know that didn't work. He just left.' Michelle, who was partnered with EastEnders' Jamie Borthwick last year, said the person had been wearing a mask so she had no idea what he looked like, and that he was on an electric bike so wouldn't have been able to catch up. 'Thankfully there were two really lovely and helpful women there and they'd seen that I was a bit distressed.' Strictly Come Dancing is available to watch on BBC iPlayer and returns to BBC One later this year.
