If those 'Eat Pray Love' scenes of Julia Roberts cycling down some of the most gorgeous rice terraces seemed surreal to you, explore Bali. It’s magic, both on-screen as well as off-screen. Some amazing restaurants, ancient temples and sunsets will make your heart skip a beat. Hailed as one of the best islands in the world, Bali also has some of the most visited beaches, ancient temples, UNESCO heritage sites, a vibrant shopping culture and some thrilling adventure sports opportunities. Go, explore — here’s the best of Bali.Bali Travel Guide
If those 'Eat Pray Love' scenes of Julia Roberts cycling down some of the most gorgeous rice terraces seemed surreal to you, explore Bali. It’s magic, both on-screen as well as off-screen. Some amazing restaurants, ancient temples and sunsets will make your heart skip a beat. Hailed as one of the best islands in the world, Bali also has some of the most visited beaches, ancient temples, UNESCO heritage sites, a vibrant shopping culture and some thrilling adventure sports opportunities. Go, explore — here’s the best of Bali.1
Bali: first impressions
The aircraft began its descent, our excitement started to build as the island took shape below us, its hills, valleys and the coast unravelling like a magical map. Bali is as beautiful from air as it is on ground.
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6 amazing luxury hotels in Bali
You'll be spoilt for choice with these six amazing luxury hotels in Bali. From the very indulgent St Regis Bali Resort that has a sprawling campus on the beach and is a hop away from ocean dips and snorkeling spots to Ka...more
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4 plush stays in Bali
Bali is the quintessential rejuvenation locale. Here you can ‘Eat, Pray, Love,’ all you want. But the island also packs enough decadence for luxury hounds: if that’s you, then look no further than these four altars of gr...more
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10 best boutique hotels in Bali
Bali offers as many options for boutique hotels as it does for the luxury traveller or the backpacker. If you are a small group of friends, the Pesantian Villa and Warung is ideal for you with its apt room sizes and larg...more
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The most fascinating resorts in Bali
magine waking up in the middle of a forest and watching a herd of elephants making its way to a lake. This is what awaits you in the Elephant Safari Park Lodge, one of the most fascinating resorts in Bali. However, if yo...more
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Where to stay in Bali: How to find the best area for your holiday
Most first time visitors to Bali are surprised to find that although Bali is a small island it is really diverse and each area is very different. There are so many different areas that will appeal to different types of p...more
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Where to sleep in Bali—a first-hand guide to hotels?
Bali is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world; here’s sharing a first-hand guide to hotels in Bali, curated by an ardent traveller. People, who visit Bali, are captured by its fantastic beaches. Not o...more
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The most sought after budget hotels in Bali
There is no dearth of budget hotels in Bali. More so, with the place becoming a major pit-stop for backpackers and budget vacationers, there’s plenty to choose from. Pick from the likes of Prima Cottages, Sukun Bali Cott...more
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The best of backpacker hotels in Bali
Camps, guest houses, cottages and more - there are a lot of options for backpackers in Bali. The coastal stretch of Sanur in southeast Bali is a haven for backpackers offering a lion's share of the island's low budget ac...more
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10 of the best healthy, vegetarian and vegan restaurants in Bali
Food in Bali is diverse, and so you can find cuisines and restaurants here from all over the world. Even though Indonesian cuisine often contains meat or fish, many dishes can easily be adapted to suit vegetarians, and s...more
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Best romantic and fine dining restaurants in Bali
Bali’s diverse dining scene and vast array of restaurants serve food from all over the world and cater to all budgets. Humble roadside warungs serving traditional Indonesian cuisine, award-winning restaurants run by worl...more
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6 amazing restaurants in Bali that are locals’ favourites too!
Having trouble choosing a restaurant in Bali? Well, that is pretty obvious given the huge number of impressive restaurants in this gorgeous place. Bali’s fantastic restaurant scene comes with a line-up of international r...more
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Top authentic Indian restaurants in Bali
Indonesia has its own unique cuisine that you can’t miss trying when in Bali. Dishes like Nasi Goreng and Nasi Campur that consist of mixed rice, vegetables, meat or fish and spicy sambar sauce are almost a bit like an I...more
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The best Italian restaurants in Bali
Searching for bits of Italy in Bali? Get ready to be pleasantly surprised for you would find some of the most famous Italian restaurants in Bali. Gorge over super thin-crust pizzas and the creamiest of pastas at Bella Ro...more
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The must-visit Chinese restaurants in Bali
Bali has some of the most sumptuous Chinese spreads including the best of Szechuan and Cantonese dishes such as kung pao chicken, dandan noodles, dried scallops, oyster sauce and more. Some of the perennial favourites in...more
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10 amazing seafood restaurants in Bali
The exotic island of Bali doubles up as a haven for seafood lovers with an impressive line up of restaurants. Grilled prawns and clams, fresh shrimps, spicy crabs and more, this place will spoil you with the sheer variet...more
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12 Bali restaurants with views to die for
Dining in restaurants that offer not just delectable food but also spectacular views could definitely result in some sensory overload, but it is an experience of a lifetime nevertheless. At the Bulgari Resort restaurant ...more
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Bali for the foodie
From local delicacies to world cuisine, Bali’s eateries serve up quite a feast. Even if you’re not wont to leave your resort, make the effort to dine out a few times—here are five places to hit.
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Beyond Bali—7 easy island escapes from Bali
Bali is without any doubt the most popular tourist destination, but the rest of stunning archipelago of Indonesia is also worth exploring. Indonesia has more than 17,000 separate and diverse islands, out of which just 92...more
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Top 10 attractions and things you must see in Bali
One of the reasons that the tropical island of Bali, part of the Indonesian archipelago, is such a popular destination is the range of things to do and see here. Despite its relatively small size, Bali has so much to off...more
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A quick guide to Bali and beyond
It is entirely understandable if you don’t want to tear yourself away from the days spent lying on golden beaches, afternoons lost in the sybaritic pleasures of beach-resort area of Seminyak, and nights spent partying ti...more
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10 must see Hindu temples in Bali
Hindus in Indonesia are multi ethnic, and are categorized broadly under Balinese, Javanese or Indians. The architectural layout of place of worship is different for each of the ethnicity. Balinese Hindu temples are known...more
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Bali—off the beaten track
Amidst a sea of azure blue, away from the main Indonesian islands, Bali floats peacefully with an exciting culture, wonderful landscapes and amicable people. Bali is also well known for its beautiful temples with exquis...more
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Finding the other, cheaper side of Bali
It was about five miles from the Kudesa Homestay guesthouse in Kemenuh village to the Gianyar Night Market, on the Indonesian island of Bali. So I asked my host, Mangku, whether I could make it on the bike he had availab...more
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West Bali National Park
The Bali Barat National Park (West Bali National Park) is situated in north-west Bali. It was founded in 1941 by the Dutch in order to protect the endangered Bali starling and the last remaining wild bantengs, from which...more
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Elephant Cave
Listed in the UNESCO World Heritage tentative list, Elephant Cave (also known as the Goa Gajah) is located near Ubud in Bali. The entrance to this cave has impressive carvings of demons and other mythological creatures a...more
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Must visit heritage sites in Bali
Water temples that are old enough to tell their own tales, ancient caves and rice terraces that look like they are staring at you out of a coffee table book, all this and more awaits the heritage lover heading out to Bal...more
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Top attractions in Bali for the first time visitors
If you are visiting Bali for the first time, you are likely to be confused by the multitude of places that warrant a visit. We have here, a simplified selection that will enable you to quickly take in the best of this be...more
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For blissful experience, visit the best spas in Bali
Balinese massages are famous all over the world and Bali Island is well known as an excellent destination for wellness treatments and fabulous spas.
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Underwater adventure—the best diving spots in Bali
Indonesia is one of the most amazing countries in South East Asia, especially Bali, which is quite famous for housing some of the best diving spots in the world. The combination of great nature—picturesque jungles and vo...more
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10 fun and adventurous activities to enjoy in Bali
The tropical island of Bali offers so much more than just a holiday on the beach. The astounding number of adventurous and fun things to do in Bali, make it a complete destination. Blessed with natural beauty, it has an ...more
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Bali for the culture lovers
You would have plenty to satiate the culture lover in you when you visit Bali. Interesting museums, well-curated art galleries, breathtaking cultural performances and more, Bali has it all. You can start your culture tra...more
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5 spas that you must visit in Bali
A trip to Bali without a spa session is like Paris without a trip to the Eiffel Tower. So where do you go? There is certainly no dearth of options, in fact, you could spend a substantial amount of time simply shortlistin...more
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Bali for adventure lovers
Experience an adrenalin rush by indulging in some of the most adventurous things to do in Bali. Begin with a slow and steady but nevertheless challenging elephant safari in Park Taro, and then take on the waves at Ayung ...more
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The best things to do for kids in Bali
Still searching for unique ways to keep the kids engaged in Bali, get ready to be spoilt for choices. Top most on any parent's list is the night tour of the Bali Zoo where children can witness the jungle come alive! For ...more
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Exploring Bali
It’s a beach destination for sure, but that’s just scratching the surface. Bali has enough culture and heritage to fill your itinerary with more sightseeing than you can fit in. Start with these top attractions.
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Solo travellers checklist for Bali!
Pondering over the best things to do in Bali on a solo trip? Hit the trails in the Bali Barat National Park, a stretch of tropical forest that offers a diverse variety of flora and fauna. Kamafari Surfcamp is another gre...more
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Bali's most romantic experiences
Salsa sessions, couple massage clubs or diving with your loved one into pristine ocean waters, Bali has a lot on offer in the name of romantic experiences. Get on a helicopter together and fly over Bali's scenic landscap...more
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Top places to shop in Bali
Bali is a shopper’s paradise! People from all over Asia and Australia come to Bali to shop till they drop because of great choices available and reasonable prices. Shopaholics are just spoiled for choice with the variety...more
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Ubud Art Market
Shopaholics on a trip to Bali would love the collection of silk scarves, handmade bags, custom print shirts, wooden baskets, hats, ikat skirts, Balinese paintings, Buddha idols in brass and many more handcrafted goods at...more
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Celuk Village
Celuk Village is renowned for products that display excellent craftsmanship with the local designing industry going back to the 1970s. The village is a treasure trove of traditional Balinese trinkets, earrings, brooches ...more
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Badung Night Market
Unlike most other night markets in Bali, Badung gives you some interesting shopping options in addition to the local food stalls. Here, you will find some of the most attractively priced souvenirs, fashion wear, handicra...more
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Sukawati Art Market
Perfect for collecting souvenirs, the Sukawati Art Market has an array of collectibles at surprisingly low rates. Unlike the Ubud Art market, you'll find a lot of art imitations here and hence the low prices. Fill your b...more
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Shop like a local in Bali
No trip to Bali can be complete without a day at the local markets. A great hit with backpackers, locals and other tourists, the main local markets in Bali sell an assortment of items unseen in others. Everything from fa...more
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6 of the best beach clubs in Bali
Bali’s beaches are one of the main draws to ‘the Island of the Gods,’ and a popular way to spend a day on the beach is at one of the beach clubs in Bali.
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Where to party in Bali – 5 of the hottest nightclubs to check
Bali’s nightlife is legendary and offers something for everyone –cultured evenings spent enjoying a traditional Balinese dance show performed in a temple while the sunsets over the ocean, stylish and elegant fine dining ...more
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Bahiana Bali
Spend an evening indulging in sessions of sexy salsa at Bahiana Bali, the local salsa Cuban bar. With Cuban décor of red, yellow and a ribboned bar, it is warm and welcoming with a hot and steamy flair. There are homemad...more
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Bali's most happening nightclubs and bars
The impressive lineup of nightclubs in Bali could put New York, Miami or Paris to shame. Hit the party notes at hu'u, a nightclub visited by the likes of Paris Hilton or dance the night away to some groovy Latino beats a...more
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How I spent three days in Uluwatu
Uluwatu is a magical and unforgettable experience, something out of the ordinary Balinese trip. The natural beauty of the region, the stunning cliff resorts, and the unique cultural experiences made it too good to be tru...more
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36 hours in Bali
Maybe it was the topless women that the German painter Walter Spies captured in his lush landscapes of Bali during the 1930s. But ever since, foreigners have come to undress. Shirtless Australians, surfboards strapped to...more
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