Our thoughts and prayers go out to all who have been so devastated by this tragedy, and for those who will continue to be devastated for (I fear) a long time.

My wife and I went to Bali 2 1/2 years ago for our honeymoon, and were seriously considering another visit in the short term. As much as I would like to revisit Bali, I believe that we, too, will be some of the many who abandon this idyll for some time to come.

Greg

Very sad events indeed. May the dead rest in peace and the injured recover soon.

OTOH, has anyone noticed the dates of these events? First, there was 9/11, then came Bali on 10/12. What's next? 11/13 and 12/14??

Curious about the location of the bombings. Is it near the "Macaroni Club"?

Condolences to all the victims and their loved ones.

I just found out that the following was issued on 10 October 2002...my bolding below. I really don't stay on top of these warnings at all.

http://travel.state.gov/wwc1.html

Worldwide Caution
October 10, 2002
This Worldwide Caution Public Announcement supersedes the Worldwide Caution Public Announcement dated September 9, 2002. In light of the recent audio tape attributed to Usama bin Laden and other reports of threats to American interests, this Worldwide Caution is being issued to alert Americans to the need to remain vigilant and to remind them of the continuing threat of terrorist actions that may target civilians. This Worldwide Caution expires on April 8, 2003.

The U.S. Government continues to receive credible indications that extremist groups and individuals are planning additional terrorist actions against U.S. interests. Such actions may include, but are not limited to, suicide operations. Because security and security awareness have been elevated within the U.S, the terrorists may target U.S. interests overseas. We remind American citizens to remain vigilant with regard to their personal security and to exercise caution.

Terrorist groups do not distinguish between official and civilian targets. Attacks on places of worship and schools, and the murders of private American citizens, demonstrate that as security is increased at official U.S. facilities, terrorists and their sympathizers will seek softer targets. These may include facilities where Americans are generally known to congregate or visit, such as clubs, restaurants, places of worship, schools or outdoor recreation events. Americans should increase their security awareness when they are at such locations, avoid them, or switch to other locations where Americans in large numbers generally do not congregate. American citizens may be targeted for kidnapping or assassination.

U.S. Government facilities worldwide remain at a heightened state of alert. These facilities may temporarily close or suspend public services from time to time to review their security posture and ensure its adequacy. In those instances, U.S. Embassies and Consulates will make every effort to provide emergency services to American citizens. Americans are urged to monitor the local news and maintain contact with the nearest American Embassy or Consulate.

As the Department continues to develop information on any potential security threats to Americans overseas, it shares credible threat information through its Consular Information Program documents, available on the Internet at http://travel.state.gov. In addition to information on the Internet, U.S. travelers can hear recorded information by calling the Department of State in Washington, D.C. at 202-647-5225 from their touch-tone telephone, or receive information by automated telefax by dialing 202-647-3000 from their fax machine.