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ISLAND ESSENTIALS
FOR A WEEKEND IN BALI
Known as the ‘Island of the Gods’, Bali is one of the
most evocative places to visit in the Indonesian
archipelago, with a visit here sure to spark the senses.
Bali’s cultural fabric revolves around its spirituality and
natural beauty, laden with vibrant and vivacious Hindu
ceremonies, symphonies of colourful sunsets, tranquil
shores and foreboding stone dragon sculpture, Bali
is brimming with a unique vibrancy that continues to
evolve and capture the hearts of travellers afar.
Balinese people are actually very passive and friendly
to international guests. Known for their hospitable and
kind nature, the Balinese community ensures that all
visitors are treated with the utmost respect. Kuta is one
of Bali’s most popular tourist hotspots, with its famous
pristine beach offering candy-coloured sunsets, a lively
nightlife, and a diverse food scene, Kuta is known as
Bali’s primary resort town and is a magnet for world-
class surfing. Even Australian surfers seem to opt for
Balinese surf over the waves down under – testament
to how extraordinary its waters truly are.
To the south is Legian, boasting a more relaxed,
secluded feel with similarly magnificent landscapes
and tropical shorelines. In the evenings, fire spinners
weave red flames and form majestic silhouettes in the
enchanting moonlight. Notably, rustic Legian markets
offer an insight into Balinese culture, with traditional
cuisine, such as Babi Guling and intricate wares made
by Balinese creators. If this isn’t tempting enough,
locals in Legian are some of the friendliest in Bali,
inviting tourists to their nightly football matches on
Blue Ocean beach as a welcoming gift to Bali. Seminyak
in western Bali is a unique blend of the ancient and the
modern, where visually intense ceremonies provide
a sense of commune with the gods, whilst modern
shopping boutiques and invigorating health spas are
a luxurious taste of the present.
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ISLAND ESSENTIALS
FOR A WEEKEND IN BALI
Known as the ‘Island of the Gods’, Bali is one of the
most evocative places to visit in the Indonesian
archipelago, with a visit here sure to spark the senses.
Bali’s cultural fabric revolves around its spirituality and
natural beauty, laden with vibrant and vivacious Hindu
ceremonies, symphonies of colourful sunsets, tranquil
shores and foreboding stone dragon sculpture, Bali
is brimming with a unique vibrancy that continues to
evolve and capture the hearts of travellers afar.
Balinese people are actually very passive and friendly
to international guests. Known for their hospitable and
kind nature, the Balinese community ensures that all
visitors are treated with the utmost respect. Kuta is one
of Bali’s most popular tourist hotspots, with its famous
pristine beach offering candy-coloured sunsets, a lively
nightlife, and a diverse food scene, Kuta is known as
Bali’s primary resort town and is a magnet for world-
class surfing. Even Australian surfers seem to opt for
Balinese surf over the waves down under – testament
to how extraordinary its waters truly are.
To the south is Legian, boasting a more relaxed,
secluded feel with similarly magnificent landscapes
and tropical shorelines. In the evenings, fire spinners
weave red flames and form majestic silhouettes in the
enchanting moonlight. Notably, rustic Legian markets
offer an insight into Balinese culture, with traditional
cuisine, such as Babi Guling and intricate wares made
by Balinese creators. If this isn’t tempting enough,
locals in Legian are some of the friendliest in Bali,
inviting tourists to their nightly football matches on
Blue Ocean beach as a welcoming gift to Bali. Seminyak
in western Bali is a unique blend of the ancient and the
modern, where visually intense ceremonies provide
a sense of commune with the gods, whilst modern
shopping boutiques and invigorating health spas are
a luxurious taste of the present.
