Bali For Beginners
I have been travelling to Bali at least annually for the past 20 years. During that time I have seen Bali undergo some massive changes some good and others not so good. I have witnessed the devastation that two bomb attacks left, I have also witnessed the determination of a beautiful race of people not to let such a tragedy overcome them.
I love Bali! I love the people, the climate, the beauty, the ugliness and I want to share with you what it is I love about it.
In no particular order I recommend the following activities, and eateries. (By the way as a general rule of bartering I recommend you divide the original price you are given by 4 or 5 – but at the end of the day I always say pay what you are prepared to pay
Activities
Snorkelling (or diving if your qualified) at Nusa Lembongan – You can either catch a public boat over (about 2 hour trip) or go over with one of the tourist boats(30 – 45 min trip). Be warned the water there can be very cold as three ocean currents converge so if you own a wetsuit I encourage you to take it…otherwise make arrangements in advance to hire one. Sunset at Tanah Lot – The most famous of Bali’s seven sea temples Tanah Lot was reportedly built in the 1500’s. The sunset is amazing so best to visit in the late afternoon. Git Git Falls – Located near Lake Bratan Git Git Falls are one Bali’s lesser famous gems. Barong Dance – This Balinese dance is about a contest between the opposing forces of chaos and destruction (“Rangda”) and order (the “Barong”). Most hotels or restaurants perform this dance at least once a week so keep an eye out for signs. Bali Zoo – The first and only zoo in Bali, the Bali Zoo is famous for getting you up close and personal with a variety of wildlife for Indonesia and it’s neighbours
Eating Out
Whilst it is now very commercialised and heavily over priced (by Balinese standards) I recommend everyone should have seafood at one of the many restaurants located on the sand in Jimbaran Bay. Now everybody will tell you to eat at this place or that place truth be told there isn’t a lot of difference between any of the restaurants…so I suggest taking a look at the seafood they have on offer, see if you can get and out door table and if you like it take a seat and enjoy! If you want to spoil yourself you cannot go past Ku De Ta. Located next to the Oberoi Hotel in Kuta, Ke De Ta boasts tempting seafood and contemporary dishes. It also has an extensive wine list. I especially like the cigar lounge. This is one not to be missed! Café Jepun – Located in Sanur this is possibly my favourite restaurant. Very reasonably priced and the portions are a good size. I highly recommend the lumpia (spring rolls) followed by the Rendang Sapi (Beef Rendang)
If you are heading to Bali for your first time I hope you enjoy yourself and love the place as much as I do.
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THE PADMA BALI HOTEL – Legian
Hotel Padma Bali is situated on the Legian Beach just outside of Kuta. Hotel Padma Bali is romantically set amidst spacious landscaped gardens and provides guests a village-style hideaway with Balinese hospitality, world standard facilities and luxurious accommodations.
The poolside area is the hub of activity during the day, with a seemingly endless swimming pool, children’s pool, sunken Seruni Bar and shady Pizzeria. Water sports by the beach and tennis courts, squash courts, and gymnasium are provided for the energetic. The lush tropical greenery and lotus ponds intertwine with areas of the hotel to provide a Balinese balance of peace and tranquility. All hotel rooms are equipped with international television, mini bar, direct dial telephone and private balcony overlooking serene courtyards.
Hotel Padma Bali dining and entertainment caters to everyone’s tastes. Days begin with an international buffet breakfast. Lunches are served either in the Taman Ayun Coffee House or the Pizzeria Extensive Japanese cuisine at the Tenkai Restaurant, a “crossroads” menu in the Batavia Restaurant. For the cocktails the Barong Lounge will entertain guests nightly. And of course, room service is available around the clock.
Parents who want to indulge in some time alone can make use of the Hotel Padma’s new Kiddies Club. Complimentary to hotel guests, this facility keeps little ones busy with fun and games allowing parents carefree days to enjoy all the island has to offer.
Nightly entertainment includes traditional Balinese cultural performances such as the “East Meets West” buffet with Kecak Dance and the Rijsttafel Dinner with Legong Dance.
Little guests have their very own Childrens’ menu. For larger function, wedding, and incentives, the Wantilan Ballroom accommodates parties of up to 700 people.
Hotel Padma Bali provides an excellent and intimate venue for meeting functions. The Wantilan Ballroom can accommodate 700 people theatre-style and 320 persons banquet-style. Smaller rooms are also available for meetings up to 50 people. All facilities are equipped with the latest audio visual equipment.
Swimming Pool
The expansive pool environment is a hive of activity during the day with seemingly infinite pool, children’s pool and the Seruni Sunken Pool Bar – Spa
The Mandara Spa at Hotel Padma Bali adds an extra touch of paradise with a comprehensive selection of delightfully indulgent treatments including various massage therapies, facials,exotic body scrubs and aromatheraphy – Fitness Center, Kiddies Club, Tennis
Volley ball, soccer games on the beach, tennis courts, gymnasium, and steam & sauna, are provided for the energetic guests. For parents who travell with kids, Kiddies Club offer a range of facilities and activities to entertained your young one starting from 4 years old up to 10 years old. This facility is complementary to the in house guest open daily from 9.00 AM to 5.00 PM .
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10 Greatest Activities to do In Bali
Article by Tim
Bali, Indonesia is one of the hottest destinations in Asia. It has a great mix of pristine white sand beaches, beautiful landscapes as well as traditional culture which will welcome any tourist with the potential to enjoy a great vacation. If you have a trip planned to Bali, Indonesia in the near future, you should definitely consider the following 10 most popular things to do in Bali while you there.1. Bicycling in Ubud – Ubud is very famous for its various bicycle tours where tourists can hop on one of the local bikes and ride through villages surrounded by rice paddies and plenty of local culture. You could also take a day long trip to a village in Ubud called Petulu which is very famous for its massive heron roosting that happens every night. 2. Surfing in Kuta – If you want beaches where you can surf, find girls in bikinis and also be able to visit many night clubs along the coastline, Kuta is definitely the place you want to go to. There are plenty of surf schools here if you really want to learn how to surf in just one day. 3. Enjoying the sunset at Tanah lot – This is a temple site in the southern region of Bali where one can witness one of the most beautiful sunsets in the country. There is an air of mystery that surrounds Tanah, a temple that is supposedly guarded by the local snakes. 4. Doing the Kecak dance in Ulu Watu – Make a trip to the Ulu Tatu temple where they do the kecak dance at 6 PM every night. This is a tribal dance where hundreds of locals will chant while a few performers will perform a dance, which very interestingly, was actually first introduced by a German several years ago.5. Menjangan Island snorkeling – This Island lies in the west coast of Bali and might be a long trip. However, the trip will be well worth your troubles as it is deemed as one of the best snorkeling locations in the entire world.6. Lake Bratan – Visit the beautiful Pura Ulun Dany Bratan, a temple located right in the midst of a lake. It is a very romantic and serene location to visit.7. Climb Mount Batur – Many tourists wake up very early to begin climbing this beautiful mountain at 4 AM. It will take about 2 hours to hike to the top before they are presented with a magnificent sunrise that blooms over the mountains.8. Try the local pork – Pork is a delicacy in Bali or pretty much any other part of Indonesia. Try the famous Babi Guling dish in Ubud which will sell for just about .50 when you convert the local currency. This is usually served for lunch and quickly sells out by 11 AM. It will have your lips smacking.9. Rafting – Ubud is a great place to sign up with an adventure sports company that will take you through the rapids. Prepare to get drenched. 10. Buffalo race anyone? A visit to Negara will allow you to catch quite a wonderful spectacle where mammoth water buffaloes, with jockeys complete, race against each other.
About the Author
Bapak Tim has lived in Indonesia for 5 years, and spent a lot of time immersed in the culture of Bali. He now writes for the website Balimanis.com
Bali – Land of Ritual and Ceremony
Article by Anwar H
Bali is the the land of a thousand temples and a thousand festivals, where religious adherence to a large number of rituals are an integral part of everyday life. A combination of traditional Hinduism and local indigenous beliefs, Balinese Hinduism has a rich tradition of both small and large ceremonies that commemorate everything from the loss of a tooth to the warding off of evil spirits. There are five distinct Hindu Balinese rituals such as the Dewa Yadnya, temple festivals that deal with the worship and reverence of the gods; and Buta Yadnya, which involves ritual sacrifice to allay demonic spirits. Others include Rsi Yadnya, rites honouring preists; Pitra Yadnya, rites relating to death; and Manusa Yadnya, rites to cleanse the inner soul of sin.
Among the major festivals in Bali are the Galungan, a major feast celebrating the annual descent of all the Gods to the earthly realm, followed ten days later by the Kuningan ceremony. Other big festivals are the Nyepi, an annual day of silence on the Hindu-Balinese New Year; Saraswati, a day devoted to Dewi Saraswati, Goddess of knowledge and literature; and the temple festival of Odalan, an annual ceremony of the construction of a temple based on the 210 day Balinese calendar – due the the huge number of temples in Bali there are several Odalan festivals taking place throughout the the island on any given day.
Another important ritual in Balinese culture is the cremation of the departed. An integral part of Balinese life, cremation is a cheerful and communal affair where an entire village comes together in an elaborate ritual whose ultimate goal is placing the ashes of the departed in the sea. This act signals the final separation of soul (roh) from earthly body.
Many visitors to Bali have fallen in love with various ceremonies that celebrate creation both on a grand cosmic scale and on a more intimate personal scale. Some visitors have even opted to remain in Bali, a faraway island paradise where people take the time to celebrate the gods in heaven and the cycle of everyday life on earth – something lacking in today’s fast paced, spiritually bereft world. If you are looking for a much needed change of pace in your life, then consider making a permanent move to Bali by investing in the international property market there. Contact Louise at 65 9742 1164 or email her for more information on premium international beachfront property at the 5-star Lovina Beach Resort in Bali.
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Situated in Bali’s north shore, Lovina is known for its peace, friendliness, beauty and affordability. Among the things to see and do in Lovina are dolphin watching, scuba diving, snorkelling, waterfalls, hot springs, beaches and ancient temples. For more information visit http://www.lovinabeachresort.com
Enjoy the Best Villas for Rent in Bali
Bali is a heavenly island belonging to the Indonesian archipelago on the Indian Ocean. Bali is one of the world’s main tourist destinations, a place full of magic, exoticism and beauty where you will enjoy an absolutely unforgettable holiday in an incomparable natural setting. Besides its incredible beaches, Bali offers a fascinating cultural life and folklore, as well as charming markets, amazing landscapes and innumerable opportunities to enjoy all sorts of leisure and relaxing activities.
Beaches in Bali are no doubt the main tourist attraction, since they are quite spectacular, with its golden sand, its crystal clear water and its dream coastal landscapes. However, this small island offers countless opportunities to discover and enjoy a whole range of activities and places to see during your holidays in this magical island. In this first article we suggest a small sample of them:
Shopping
Bali offers wonderful opportunities to go shopping, especially if you are looking for different types of crafts and antiques and as well as other picturesque goods. Furniture is definitely a must in Bali, handmade and antique, as is silver and gold jewellery and art, including paintings, hand-woven fabrics and wood or stone carvings. You can visit a number of village markets, as well as the famous markets at Ubud, Sukawati and Sanur. It may be handy to know that at these traditional markets prices are not always set and can thus be negotiated, so be ready to bargain!
Eating
Eating in Bali is a truly delicious and adventurous experience. Although it is not always easy to find a good balance between authentic Balinese food and good service or beautiful surroundings, it is worth trying different places and meals. The base of most recipes in Bali is steamed or boiled rice, which is then accompanied with meat (mostly chicken, beef, pork, duck and goat), seafood and all sorts of vegetable cooked in every way imaginable. But what gives Balinese food its very special exotic taste is the use of spices, especially garlic, ginger, lemongrass, cardamom, nutmeg, tamarind, saffron and turmeric, as well as several kinds of chillies and shrimp pastes or coconut, peanuts, shallots, etc.
Ecotourism
If you are into a different kind of tourism or want to experience nature beyond lying for hours on the beach, Bali is a fascinating and enormously varied island with all sorts of activities for the practice of ecotourism. There are different parks for different tastes, all of which are quite lovely: there is, for instance, the Taman Burung Bird Park in Singapadu; the the Bali Elephant Safari Park in in the jungle forest of Desa Taro; the stunning Bali Barat National Park in the Western tip of the island, etc. You may also want to visit the more peculiar Bali Sangeh Monkey Forest near the village of Sangeh Bali, the Botanic Garden at Ubud or the spectacular Blahmantung waterfalls.
Come to Bali and enjoy this fascinating island, its marvelous natural setting and the amazing variety of activities they offer. The most attractive option for accommodation is to choose among the many fantastic villas for rent in Bali, since Bali villas offer all sorts of top-quality services at competitive rates and in truly beautiful places in this unique island.
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Top Five Tips for Backpacking in Bali
Congratulations, you’ve packed your bags and booked your tickets. You’re just about to step out the door, wave goodbye and embark on your Bali travel. But are you ready? Before you set off on your backpacking trip, make sure you’ve completed the following tasks on this last minute checklist.
Be Prepared: The better prepared you are, the safer and more enjoyable your travel will be. If you’re travelling in an organised group, find out what arrangements have been made for you and what arrangements you need to make for yourself. Do some research on your destination and prepare the necessary documentation.
Travel Insurance: This is very important. You are strongly advised to take out comprehensive travel insurance. Is it too expensive? Can’t afford it? If you’ve said yes to these two questions, you cannot afford to travel. Accidents happen. You should not base your decision to take out insurance on the assumption that “it will not happen to me”.
Passport and Visa: Make sure these are valid and up to date.
Who are backpackers? According to the dictionary, a backpacker is a person who hikes with a backpack. To most people, backpackers are independent travellers on a tight budget. Seeing that backpackers have a tight budget to keep, here are five tips for backpacking in Bali.
Top Five Tips for Backpacking in Bali
Sleep Cheap: There is no lack of cheap accommodation in Bali. These affordable yet comfortable hostels and motels dot the coastline and can be found in the city as well. You can sleep in a private room and one with a view no less for as little as ! With such a good range of hostels, you can forget about the expensive international chain of hotels.
Eat Local: As tempting as they may be, try not to fall for “big Aussie breakfasts” in Bali. They may remind you of home but they can cost as much as your accommodation — ! Eat at local food stalls instead. It is worth taking the time to venture out to the back roads to look for local warungs. These are “semi-restaurants” that serve dishes you would find in restaurants at a fraction of the price. The names of these places usually begin with “warung”.
Take a Walk: The best way to get around Bali is on foot. If your next destination is not within walking distance, take a public bus or minivan. These options are way cheaper than the transportation offered by travel agencies. The most reliable bus company with the widest network is Perama. Another option is the ojek. This is an informal type of transport where local bikers ferry you to your destination on their motorcycles. It is a cheap, fast and fun way of getting around.
One for the Road: Travellers buy souvenirs. It is what they do. Just remember that when you are in Bali, don’t buy souvenirs in Kuta or any other tourist area. Head to the central market in Denpensar on the Pasar Sukowati instead. Here, arts and crafts, clothes, paintings and souvenirs are cheaper.
Haggle Your Heart Out: Bear in mind that whatever vendors ask for their authentic, mass-produced Balinese paraphernalia, it is the price they hope you’ll pay for it. The rule of thumb is to pay what you think it’s worth to you. Yes you should haggle but try not to go overboard. These sellers are also trying to make a living.
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Bali Holiday Packages – your practical luxury getaway
Are you thinking of having an amazing trip around Bali, Indonesia? You must be thinking of the many ways in which you can do your vacation trip. One of the best ways is to take advantage of amazing Bali Holiday Packages. With these packages, you will have an amazing experience going around and being pampered while experiencing life in the most exciting ways. Bali is a very distinct and unique place to be in so you should take advantage of what it can offer. You will certainly love the diverse options and benefits you can get.
Why don’t you start your Bali Holiday Packages with an amazing spa moment? Have your body pampered and refreshed with amazing spa services from massages, wraps, organic facials and other amazing amenities so you will look and feel like royalty to spend the day roaming around the beauty of Bali.
You can have a fantastic breakfast by the deck and see the beauty of the waters. It is a very inviting view which will lead you to the next phase of your Bali Holiday Packages. Go fishing, experience kayaking, and sailing, snorkeling or diving at the calm waters of the sea. You can also take advantage of a private picnic experience at a secluded beach.
Your Bali Holiday Packages will not be complete without an amazing educational experience regarding the history of the place, the great natural beauty of Bali as well as the fantastic traditional aspects that locals do. You can also learn about traditional village life and architecture like underground houses. You can also learn various things like seaweed farming. Seaweed could have set your appetite so you can feast from a variety of food services from BBQ services, fruit and salad baskets, buffets, snacks as well as coffee and tea to boost your energy for some other things you wish to do.
You can choose from a variety of suites that will suite your taste and desires. They are all fully furnished with all the amenities that you need. You will be assured that your stay will be impeccable, sensational as well as truly worth the time. Bali Holiday Packages are very organized and you will not worry about anything else. All you have to do is join in and experience what Bali can give you. The boat transfers are also included in the package so all you have to do is have fun and explore the beauty if this majestic location.
With the package, you are given the chance to really maximize your time and experience in paradise. The Bali Holiday Packages are seasonal so take advantage of it. You should schedule your trip as and make your amends. The only thing left to do is for you to enjoy and really take advantage of the beauty of Bali. The rates are extremely fantastic so be one of the lucky ones who can take advantage of Bali in all its glory in a very great deals.
Enjoy your vacation, honeymoon, wedding, or anniversary in Bali for a lifetime with a heavenly time spent in luxurious, all services villas – with Bali Holiday Packages in the serene and enchanting islands of Nusa Lembongan. Happily married couples and families can rent a full service and luxurious villa and spend a glorious vacation to remember forever. Contact or call us now for reservations – http://www.nusalembonganresort.com/
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Bali Holiday Packages ? For a Memorable Holiday
An island in Indonesia, Bali has some of the most picturesque locales in the entire world with many untouched beaches. In addition to beaches, Bali is also known for hills, forests, rice terraces, as well as volcanoes. While a number of volcanoes on Bali are active, many have not erupted in the recent past and they attract a great many tourists each year to Bali. Today, travel and tourism websites offer a wide range in Bali Holiday Packages. Keeping in mind that different people have different expectations from a Bali Tour Package, travel websites have specifically designed packages on offer for Bali. While certain packages focus on beaches of Bali, there are also other tour packages that are designed around the dense forests that Bali has to offer. Among the leading websites that offer packages for Bali Is.
Bali Vacation Packages are available in many varieties. While there is a Bali Tour Package available for newly married couples, there are also many packages of other kinds as well. For anyone contemplating touring Bali, options available are indeed endless where it comes to tour packages. Bali tour packages are available at highly attractive rates and can be availed from travel and tourism websites in a convenient manner. Tour packages to Bali can either be concentrated on Bali alone, or can also include a trip to neighbouring Kuala Lumpur as well.
As an island that thrives on its tourism industry, Bali has indeed much to offer to people opting for Bali Vacation Packages. With breathtaking natural scenery and pristine locales, Bali is a paradise for those interested in all that Nature has to offer. In addition to picturesque scenery, Bali also has a rich cultural tradition. Performing arts, sculpture and handicrafts enjoy much prominence in Bali. Traditional dances performed by skilled artists are a unique feature of Balinese culture. These dances depict themes from epics such as Ramayana. Bali Holiday Packages promise to provide memories that last for a lifetime.
Bali is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world and with the ever increasing number of people that travel to Bali, Bali Vacation Packages are in great demand on travel and tourism websites. For anyone looking for a perfect Bali Tour Package, there are a plethora of options available to choose from. Websites such is offer many all-inclusive tour packages for Bali.
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A Villa Bali Resort Offers Honeymooners The Perfect Romantic Haven
Sometimes, being spoilt rotten can mean a really good thing – and one of these times is when you get married. Yes, we are talking about a beach wedding ceremony not ending off just by a walk into the sunset but following through with the perfect place to plan a honeymoon – at the tropical Island resort of your choice, so you can actually extend the happiness, excitement and mood of your big day even further! You can do that as easily as clicking a mouse for booking one of many stylishly appointed, full -service Bali honeymoon villa packages offering one to five, sometimes six bedroom plans for a fraction of the regular cost – if you book at the right time.
Off season discounts and early bird or promotional offers by newly launched luxury villa developers in Bali today are on the rise and proving to be a real attraction for couples planning to get married in style – and honeymoon likewise! So, if you can spend a little time researching the net for the top-end Villa Bali resort properties, you can be sure of snagging yourself a good deal in terms of the leased holiday home of your choice and also in terms of saving yourself the stress of staying in a typical hotel. In a regular hotel resort, you may not always get personalized service as you are assured of receiving at a private villa. Since most luxury beachfront villas in Bali hire local staff, these stay on the premises to take care of a guest’s every need and are friendly without being intrusive.
Besides, the impeccably trained staff at the Bali honeymoon villa properties do not just take care of your laundry and housekeeping needs, but may also include a personal chef and chauffeur, should you need one, so you can take in your pleasures and city highlights, at leisure.
The best private villas in Bali have a host of special features, such as spa offers for couples, local transportation services, WIFI, fine dining guides for gourmet lovers and tips on where to pick up the best shopping deals with plazas and exotic dining establishments lining the beaches nearby. So, do remember to enquire at your chosen Villa Bali resort reception counter about the ways you can enhance your special holiday, according to your personal taste.
Finding out about any last minute cancellations at the chosen private resort of your choice, for example can sometimes help you save nearly 20 to 30 percent of the actual rental cost of an exclusive Bali honeymoon villa! It pays to research a bit about these and other special offers the good resort properties in Bali present for those looking to enrich their vacation to Paradise on Earth.
Do remember to check for features like spacious, fully furnished living and dining units attached to your luxury bedroom areas and whether the kitchen is fully-equipped with all necessary gadgets, facility of a mini-tropical garden and a private pool, so you can rest assured – in your own private honeymooner’s haven when you reserve your space in a sunny Villa Bali resort
Remember your honeymoon for a lifetime with a heavenly vacation at a luxurious, all services, Bali honeymoon villa in the serene and enchanting Bali islands. Happily married couples can rent full service and luxurious villas at a luxurious villa Bali resort and spend a glorious vacation to remember forever.
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