Getting Lost in West Bali
Driving around to the deep corners of the island on your own could at times lead you to pleasant surprises, especially if you get lost! Of course, getting lost could be one of the most frustrating ideas, but during a holiday on the island, this could mean a closer encounter with everything that is ‘real
Eastern Serendipity
A lot of people concentrate their activities in the Southern part of the island, and it is such a shame knowing that Bali is actually way more than that. If you consider driving for 2 or 3 hours away from these typical south touristy spots, East Bali boasts splendid mountains and sea views amongst a
Tall Tales of Candidasa
A funny thing happened on the way to Candidasa recently. Away from the relaxed beach life of this old resort area, life goes on in very different ways. Because the very traditional village of Tenganan is just a small detour en route to Candidasa, I decided to drop by and pay a visit. But before
The Holy Spring Temple
Thousands of steps lead down, down, down, through pristine jungle. Along the way, shrines are decorated with fresh offerings, although because we are very early, there is no sign of human life anywhere. We are heading to the holy springs of Sebatu, a little known place that is right off the tourist trail, but well
Northern Trails
Apart from the terrific sceneriy to gaze at, North Bali provides many activities to indulge in. The Kalimudah canyon is the best place for canyoning as a destination. For this activity, you will come across two different sections. The first section is a sequence of natural water slides, jumps and short rappels with glorious gorges
Shall We Dance? Bali’s Best Dance Groups
They say, “Dancing with the feet is one thing and dancing with the heart is another.” Dance is known to be the most beautiful form of expressing yourself. It is a highly liberating activity and infuses a lot of fun element to an otherwise boring workout schedule. True dancing is not about how well you
The Meaning of Control
The Indonesian Government has an admirable plan to increase the prosperity of the people through increased tourism, but as I have warned in this publication (and wherever anyone will listen!) this by itself is simply not enough. As we have seen through the vastly increased arrivals here in Bali over the last ten years, more
Searching For Solitude At Tibumana Waterfall
Exploring the unknown is both an exciting and fulfilling experience. Here in Bali, waterfalls are amongst the most sought after destinations for the self-proclaimed ‘explorers’. Hidden deep in jungles, searching for these impressive sights make for the perfect adventure. Tibumana waterfall is one of the must visit waterfalls for the explorers. Located in Bangli region,
Sea Breacher, The Ocean Trespasser
Bali is surrounded by crystal blue sea water, and therefore, water activities in Bali become an important part of the islands experience. If you are a thrill seeker, Bali offers such daunting, stimulating and mind boggling adventure rides on water. Seabreacher is one of the activities that you should add to your bucket list. This
Parking and Deliveries, The Headache Continues
For those of you who come from very disciplined countries you may be surprised that deliveries are allowed at any time of day here in Bali, no matter how small or congested the road is. Vans, trucks and huge containers are allowed to go anywhere on the island, to stop outside the shop or restaurant
5GX Bali: The Slingshot Returns
“If It scares you, it might be a good thing”. 5GX Bali is bringing a new touch of Legian area with its reverse bungee that has taken the adrenaline activity to a whole new level. Designed and developed in New Zealand, this activity has been recognised as a must-do for those who have guts. This
The Ultimate Uluwatu Trekking
Uluwatu has an actual twilight buzz. Many surfers from all over the world flock here every calendar year merely to get in the waves. When it comes to discovering hidden beaches, Uluwatu provides more than enough unique spots in Bali, ranging from limestone beaches to calm and remote beaches. In fact, the beaches are the
Surfing Bali
That title is a bit misleading . It’s really “ googling “ Bali in case you are getting your board ready ! When did surfing the web turn into a monopoly? Anyway what do you get when you google Bali? 313,000,000 possible websites. That is a very large number for a small island of only
