Bali Road Trip Itinerary: Central-North Bali
Make sure to save our free Curated Google Maps List featuring every destination listed in this East Bali Road Trip Itinerary. There’s nothing quite like travelling north. The journey showcases the island’s diversity, travelling straight through the heart of Bali, past nutmeg forests and mist-shrouded peaks, to dramatic mountain roads that wind their way down to a sparse
Setia Darma House of Masks and Puppets
Featuring masks used in shamanistic practices, communal rituals, and theatrical performances, this gem speaks of the human impulse to transform one’s identity. The Setia Darma House of Masks and Puppets presents a treasure trove of heritage quite unlike anything else. Celebrating cultures and traditions by housing over 1,300 masks and 5,700 puppets from across the
Bali Road Trip Itinerary: East Bali
Make sure to save our free Curated Google Maps List featuring every destination listed in this East Bali Road Trip Itinerary. Journeying through the scenic routes to the outskirts of East Bali is an adventure in itself, where panoramic views of verdant mountains and pristine coastlines are plentiful. Encompassing much of eastern Bali is the Karangasem Regency, an
Pura Luhur Mekori and the Battle of the Two Dragons
Naga, or dragon, is a renowned mythical creature and found in lore across the world. It also plays a significant role in many of Bali’s renowned myths and legends—one of which is Naga Besuki in the legends of Pura Besakih. However, there is one temple in Belimbing Village that has its history intertwined with not
Bali Road Trip Itinerary: Northwest Bali
Make sure to save our free Curated Google Maps List featuring every destination listed in this Northwest Bali Road Trip Itinerary The west is perhaps Bali’s least visited corner, with much of the region undeveloped and in the eyes of visitors simply too far flung to explore. But, as long as there is a worthwhile
10 Best Kids Clubs in Bali
Taking the family on a summer escape to the island of the gods is always a great idea. However, as parents know, travelling with kids can be a challenge: keeping them constantly entertained and tending to their every need! Luckily, Bali has a superb collection of professional kids clubs that can care for young ones,
Bali Farm House: Countryside Charm at Bali’s First Interactive Farm Sanctuary
Escape to the central highlands of the island for an up-close and personal experience with friendly farm animals, from alpacas to Shetland ponies. Bali Farm House invites you for a fun family day out in the cool and open countryside, far from the busyness of South Bali. Opened in February 2024, Bali Farm House is
Chinese Temples in Bali
Chinese New Year is a time when all the temples are decked out in fresh coats of paint, bright red Chinese lanterns, sashes and bows. Apart from being a time to feast and reunite with family, Chinese New Year is a festivity accompanied by a large array of customs and rituals. There are quite a
12 Best Shopping Malls in Bali: All Areas of Bali Covered
Bali has become a shoppers’ paradise with its fabulous boutiques, local markets, artisanal products and shops. Over the years, the island’s south has developed and added some really cosmopolitan shopping centres with big-name brands, cinemas, restaurants and more. Yes, you’ll find some amazing shopping malls in Bali, each offering a different vibe, atmosphere and list
Pura Alas Kedaton: The Temple Without Incense
Dupa or incense, is ubiquitous across the island, found wafting in every temple in Bali. That is, except for one. This is Pura Dalem Kahyangan Kedaton, also known as Pura Alas Kedaton, founded in the depths of a monkey-populated forest. According to an inscription in Sading Village, Mengwi, Badung Regency, the temple was built by
Beyond a Day Tour to Nusa Penida: Complete Travel Guide of the Island
If you’re in search of a rugged island escape, then you’ll want to explore Nusa Penida. The island has a rich array of cultural and natural destinations, and we suggest going for longer than a simple day tour to Nusa Penida and take in the sights and enjoy the fabulous hotels. Nestled just off the
West Bali National Park: Guide and Insight to Bali’s Wild Northwest
On a far-flung corner of Bali, the distant West Bali National Park invites visitors to explore the riches of the island’s natural environment. Home to an array of flora and fauna living in the park’s variety of habitats, it is a destination for birdwatchers, nature lovers and escapists, far from the distractions of everyday life.
Escape to Nusa Lembongan: A NOW! Bali Guide
It’s hard to imagine that an island like Bali requires its own island escape, but it exists! The three ‘nusas’ (islands) of Nusa Penida, Nusa Lembongan and Nusa Ceningan serve this purpose exactly; each island presents its own sights and thrills and has become a day-trip, weekend or even outright holiday destination. Surrounded by azure
