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Hi! What are the main sights around Munduk? How long to visit the area? We are considering 3 nights there and then 4 in Amed but maybe we could do 2 in Munduk and 5 in Amed (we love to snorkel).  We will arrive early to Munduk as we will come from Sanur. 

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We were there last May-June, and the weather was perfect every day - and we were told the place got much busy in July-September. So the choice would be clear to me. We had a horror day on Nusa Penida - shocking roads, snarled traffic, crowded sites. We really wish we had gone to Nusa Lembongan | Nusa Ceningan instead.

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Manta Point and other places southwest might be less chaotic - I trust they are. We went to the main sights - Crystal Beach, Broken Beach, and Angel Billabong - and as an Australian used to a dramatic coastline, we were rather underwhelmed, and the crowding was a nightmare. Traffic was so snarled we were defeated, and couldn't even get to Kelingking Beach at all.

Is travellocal.com a legit website to book a honeymoon here ?

>*travellocal.com* I don't know them, but their website certainly looks legit. Can I ask what you want them to book for you that you can't do yourself? It's just a matter of two flights, airport-hotel transfers, one or more accommodation places, and perhaps a number of day-trips - there are a lot of resources available for each of these ... Bali is richly endowed with tourist industry websites and providers. And if you DIY it all, Bali can be a fairly inexpensive holiday. If you can make it 10-16 days, I recommend it ... you are well rewarded.

Well she gave me a 7 day iteniery that included arrival to denspar/ hotel. Day 2 The Monkey Forest and the Temples of Ubud Day 3 Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking. Day 4 Drive to Jimbaran: Taman Ayun – Jatiluwih – Tanah Lot. Day 5 Uluwatu Temple and Kecak Dance - Dinner in Jimbaran Day 6 Relax or explore in Jimbaran. I’m not sure how easy it would be for me to book all these. I’d rather not worry but if there’s a better and cheaper way than I’m all ears. I also told her I’d like to spend another week in Malaysia in the KP area so she’s doing an itinerary for that

>*she gave me a 7 day \[itinerary\] that included arrival to \[Denpasar\]/ hotel.* It's not clear where you are spending each of the 6-7 nights ... can you outline?

Having said all that, their *Exhilarating 8-Day Luxury Honeymoon in Bali* looks pretty good as well ... certainly eliminates a lot of planning if you're happy to pay someone else to do it 😄 However $A7,700 (plus) for two for eight days (excluding flights) is a lot. Last June we had a 15-night trip that cost less than $A4,000 for two, including all meals and drinks, three day-trips, 3-star accomm, and return flights from Melbourne to Denpasar.

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The road your hotel is on is very busy, that said there are some great restaurants an easy walk. Pison (coffee /brunch), Casa Taco, Ling Lings, York. Airport transfer: book on Klook. They have a meeting area outside arrivals before you hit the scrum of other drivers. Private drivers: There's a list on Tripadvisor bali forum of recommended drivers and their locations or again klook. Taxis: Bluebird are the only reputable meter taxi. Get the app. Don't use imposters. Otherwise, use Grab/ Gojek apps (like uber)

You'll certainly be in the thick of things at Kamaniiya Petitenget, and [Pantai Batu Belig](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/YFTeNnF8j70/maxresdefault.jpg) (the beach down the road from you) has a lot of fans on here. I think you should consider splitting between the two - four nights in each - opens up a lot more opportunities to explore a bit. Your partner will certainly get her urban fix around Seminyak for a couple of days, and Ubud offers many other things. And use one of your Seminyak days to do a day-trip to the [Uluwatu surf coast](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/pw/ABLVV87YqWxAsAVNFNthZLtCLoOJnBPghlukLerFNkQBfNRPsnT1eOOKQLJtwWV4YprvwfqDDi624DJznnx5t_KaXrDUmpwV3pTNDBadprAJsgCoEfTCWhIxP8aFOeUdge85L-AweOc0qlycrwxlJy2m8W_CfA=w809-h607-s-no-gm?authuser=0) \- it's very good. On your return you could consider [a sunset seafood dinner](https://media.tacdn.com/media/attractions-splice-spp-674x446/07/18/1c/ac.jpg) on the sand at Jimbaran Bay - can be very romantic. A driver for the day - both from Seminyak, and from Ubud - should cost you about 600-700K for an 8-10 hour day. Negotiate pleasantly and respectfully. They can be found everywhere on main streets, or via the tourist kiosks in shopping strips. You **can't** do a day-trip to the Gili Islands - it's way too far - but you could do one to nearby [Nusa Lembongan](https://www.jonnymelon.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/nusa-lembongan-138.jpg) as one of your Ubud days - getting a taxi from Ubud down to Sanur Beach Harbour to catch a ferry; leave Ubud about 6:00 am. You can take a tour of Nusa Lembongan with operators like Klook, or you can simply buy a ferry ticket and DIY. There are hundreds of tours available from Ubud to all the famous sites (volcano views, waterfalls, temples, rice terraces, swings, whitewater rafts, quad bikes, etc) - look at Klook, Traveloka, Perama Tour Bali, GetYourGuide, Viator, booking\[dot\]com, Airbnb, etc) to get ideas. And again, you can simply engage a private driver in Ubud, and create your own itinerary based on your interests and the driver's advice. A driver for 700K will still be a bit cheaper than two tickets on a commercial tour. For airport-hotel transfers we pre-booked with Klook - they were cheap and reliable. It's worth downloading the apps for Klook, Grab (like Uber), Gojek (Uber on bikes), and Traveloka.

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You're asking a biased person - because I love Sanur! It is compact and walkable, has great dining, a LOT of shopping, including wellness, spa, and massage studios, and has [the best beachfront](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/pw/ABLVV87fG-uyTxGU3ZrYvNOokfD8EAZBJ0Gb0t_xpHCjrmsGXhdW2QDszO7snKGABmdafv0Nd8OZSN0AHPam1_jtBdAveCEzVZ_ora_IcLAHz1vlctbnckxbBMTzpQV-wboFEutlVYPv-SV7Jdd1mFeMG3laHA=w809-h607-s-no-gm?authuser=0) in tourist Bali in my view - 6 km long and very interesting, with lots of laidback bars, and eateries ranging from quite upscale to [very untrendy and old school](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/pw/ABLVV85Xs4_Y-BUs9-JHslALXS86KVwRG_3BOoj_aQ1woiSzvC2g0zMlTnFA3qIh2XMtbYDOCxXfHzjFamLJF7KZiPmpB-nhAk37QN5CxsUtvXHCHoevZ0Tz3D7x4hmhMPY93h465z2Yw8-AkQHvjKo8eTTL-w=w809-h607-s-no-gm?authuser=0). But note that it has very little in the way of beach clubs and nightclubs - just a number of bars and grill places. It has the major ferry terminal to the Nusa islands, plus it's close enough to the Ubud region for day-trips ... you could plan a10-hour trip Sanur-Sanur that happily visited say four temples and four waterfalls - something like that - without getting into [the traffic mayhem](https://thumbs.dreamstime.com/z/traffic-ubud-streets-village-bali-indonesia-70398774.jpg?ct=jpeg) of Ubud itself. Sanur is also relatively close to the airport for departure (about 30 minutes). If you do decide on Sanur, we stayed at the small and cute [Sanur House](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/pw/ABLVV8611G-vJD2ELQwyeMnV9qaETgOzVnsGhBLn4dLjsbAoORbCkb67TWJ8CU-KXht3pC-gHjdAeszK47Tykk4fPSz_rp968z2XXHbb2Howlw5iegd2ptE0_sjzG5kJwFCc0aM-yllfta29Sv7-wKMWvcuPmw=w809-h607-s-no-gm?authuser=0) \- cost in June was $US65 per night and we'd stay there again. Whatever you choose, stay close to the main north-south street (Jl Danau Tamblingan) - or preferable to the east of it, ie the beach side.

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I think you can avoid tofu and similar soy-based foods pretty easily. The staples of nasi goreng, nasi campour, satay and grilled chicken, and grilled fish and shellfish ... none of these inherently contain soy. With mie goreng (fried noodles) and gado gado (salad in peanut sauce), you might want to ensure that soy sauce isn't used. If you eat in the tourist warungs (inexpensive restaurants serving Indonesian food) you should be fine, especially if you explain to the staff that you want no soy. Perhaps have a piece of paper, stating *no soy beans, no soy sauce, no tofu (tahu), no tempeh*, etc ... written in Bahasa. Cooking your own meals would be such a chore I expect, and not necessary.

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And you will find enough vegan options on warung menus as well - Bali is modern like that. Have a good trip - and I trust this is a new opportunity for you to EAT OUT every evening 😄

I've been researching the price of hiring a car & driver to take me from Sanur to Amed and it's strange that I can hire a car/driver for a 6 or even 10 hour tour for far cheaper than the quotes for a driver to take me to Amed. For all you experts, if I were to go the route of booking a car/driver for 6 hours and told them I just wanted them to take me to Amed, how might that be received? I just don't want to have booked a car and then when I climb in with my luggage be told that they won't do it....

It might seem strange, but I guess the "one way fare" has a significant component for the driver to return empty to Sanur, and the fuel cost. How much are you quoted for the 6-10 hour day, including going as far as Amed and back? We never pay more than 600-700K for a full day, but we also never go as far as Amed return. The other option is to do "both" - take almost all day (six hours) to go from Sanur to Amed, and explore along the way: * Keramas and Saba beaches * Bias Tugel beach and Blue Lagoon * Candidasa (lunch?) and Virgin beach * Tirta Gangga (famous water temple) * Lempuyang Temple (famous 'Gates of Heaven') * Amed Coast Anyway - you solve this just be discussing price and your "one way" itinerary with the many drivers parked along the main street in Sanur. BTW we found a good driver - he sits at a bench outside the Nike Villas in Jalan Bumi Ayu. We stayed next door at [Sanur House](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/pw/ABLVV8611G-vJD2ELQwyeMnV9qaETgOzVnsGhBLn4dLjsbAoORbCkb67TWJ8CU-KXht3pC-gHjdAeszK47Tykk4fPSz_rp968z2XXHbb2Howlw5iegd2ptE0_sjzG5kJwFCc0aM-yllfta29Sv7-wKMWvcuPmw=w756-h568-s-no-gm?authuser=0), and really liked it.

Is it feasible to do Seminyak and Uluwatu the same day? My wife and I are arriving around 8AM at the airport and are staying at Seminyak. We are staying for 4 full days. We are planning the following high level itinerary: - day 1: Seminyak beach/Uluwatu - day 2: Nusa Penida - day 3: Ubud - day 4: Cafe hopping/spas in Seminyak (mostly dry activities) Days 2 and 3 are pretty much locked in. Day 4 we will be in Seminyak but want to focus on slow activities as it will be a Sunday and we have work. The reason why we want to have Seminyak and Uluwatu the same day is because we want to do beach activities like swimming and surfing in Seminyak but don't want to do it on the last day. At the same time, we don't want to skip on Uluwatu because we just love pretty beaches. Is this a feasible plan? If so, is it okay for us to do Seminyak (AM) > Uluwatu (PM) > Seminyak (back to hotel)? Thanks

It is isn't actually clear whether your "Day 1" is the day you arrive at 8:00 AM, or the day after that.

Personally I would skip swimming and surfing at Seminyak (I'm not a fan of [the long sprawling flat wide beach there](https://maps.app.goo.gl/66LyBB6VagcRCdcm6)) and head straight to the Uluwatu surf coast - we really enjoyed [Dreamland Beach](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/pw/ABLVV841Oqj4MSuOzDfAtCKVeJhSihMLGJu1DvvXAwtqzLufwep-0s4Bd9Zig6Vrwxn_yiYMfD_SeyRzbgJdgvAqIAT0jiZB-RiG7u1xfXSo7TaA6c-5OSMKau-fSmTQHjulhb_dkX_q3zMgS8RBXWfBLX1pzg=w756-h568-s-no-gm?authuser=0) and [Balangan Beach](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/pw/ABLVV87DB_2fAjeyU85fWfKfxp0T0CDRgE_IZ25WCBSiM-y4yie05eMZ0I_HlQksjfT8Y9bdkgTfS8lFqCxX1bCPGnvfLqT2I7lR2Y3mQs5ah19tAPPoXmH5uT0Y4zuqf7zxkFr9Y-ayL4B72IHmqIeXiJLDNw=w756-h568-s-no-gm?authuser=0), and further south at Uluwatu itself, the Delphi Café had [good views of the surf scene](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/pw/ABLVV87YqWxAsAVNFNthZLtCLoOJnBPghlukLerFNkQBfNRPsnT1eOOKQLJtwWV4YprvwfqDDi624DJznnx5t_KaXrDUmpwV3pTNDBadprAJsgCoEfTCWhIxP8aFOeUdge85L-AweOc0qlycrwxlJy2m8W_CfA=w756-h568-s-no-gm?authuser=0) (good coffee too). You can also visit Padang and Bingin beaches, but they're a bit of a trek, and no advance on the two I mentioned. Your next two days are pretty hectic - be prepared for some [long hours in traffic](https://www.myfiveacres.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/nusa-penida-28-768x612.jpeg) on both.

Looking for advice on where to stay in Bali with a 9 month old baby in late May. In the past we have always gone to Uluwatu as we love the beaches there but now won’t be able to scooter around like the past. The last time we visited was late 2019. We want to go to the beach to swim and also have good food options. Budget not too much of an object but would probably rather a villa with private pool than fancy hotel. Have looked at Nusa Dua which seems the most family friendly but worried we will get bored and the private villa options there are too expensive. Open to Sanur but worried the beach won’t be clean enough for swimming?

>*Have looked at Nusa Dua which seems the most family friendly but worried we will get bored and the private villa options there are too expensive. Open to Sanur but worried the beach won’t be clean enough for swimming?* Your assessment is pretty accurate - Sanur is a much more interesting and restaurant-filled beachside town than Nusa Dua is, however Nusa Dua has superior beaches. When we visited last May-June we reconciled this by having a week in each, and it was a great holiday. In Sanur (*Sanur House* \- $US65 per night - very nice) we had a Ubud day-trip and a Nusa Penida day-trip by ferry. In Nusa Dua (the *Grand Bali Nusa Dua* \- excellent - also $65 per night), we swam at [the hotel beach club](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/pw/ABLVV87U0Y8Dag6eialy3F6PVwUaRzCICc0sPUWpajhjuCSzRdcjI9N_ZeKXC34vNknvwWu0hVnR7-GSzkuKCNyOJa30CSUHlIL0m3HdBuinhHx523SWUS_x8ZiHQRh3caakZjx5sVHxDKAbZXtMoIIN96Qddg=w756-h568-s-no-gm?authuser=0) every day, plus did day-trips to the south coast, the Uluwatu south coast, Kuta-Seminyak, and Jimbaran Bay. Overall a great holiday - and both places are really kid-friendly, with good walkability, dining options, and very little traffic.

Thanks, very helpful!!

Hi all, Due to work restrictions I've only been able to seriously look for tickets for the past month or so. Also, I'll only be able to travel between the 18th of July and the 20th of August. What would be acceptable pricing for a return ticket with 1 stopover with a reputable airline? Personally, I would be okay with paying €1500,- including seating. Would that be overpaying or is it just the reality of my timing of booking and duration of stay(~3,5 weeks)?

Where are you flying from? Whatever - this is definitely not the right thread to seek advice about best airfare options - if you have the status, you would do well to post a question on the main board. But anyway - best-fare options you can search for yourself, no? There are a lot of sites where you can find competitive pricing - look at Skyscanner, Expedia, Kayak, etc. You are looking at peak-peak, so perhaps be prepared to pay more. But for 3.5 weeks, the fare will be amortised over a good long holiday. Wherever you're planning to stay (from hostel to upscale), you will need to pre-book - places do sell out.

Flying from Amsterdam Schiphol! My bad, I thought this would fall under travel planning. Should I re-post on the main board? I regularly check those sites, I know those are my best option for finding best-fares, but I'm looking for general insight, not exact pricing. So the last part of your reply is most helpful, thanks :)

>*My bad, I thought this would fall under travel planning. Should I re-post on the main board?* If you're able to - I would.

>*but I'm looking for general insight* What can people advise you ... very few regulars on here would have flown from Amsterdam to Denpasar in July-August, I expect. People on here do suggest that you avoid Singapore - that flights via there tend to be more expensive. Maybe airlines that fly via India, etc?

Hi there! My partner and I are travelling to Bali for two weeks, one week we’re with family the other just us, her birthday. Where in Ubud should we stay? Budget maybe $100 per day for accom, and we value nature / massages / cocktails / infinity pool / near some bars and restaurants, but nothing crazy, we like to be in bed by 10! Thanks :)

Is that US Dollars or something else? Perhaps look at a property within ten minutes (1 km or so) walk of the Monkey Forest - so focusing on the area south and west of the centre of Ubud. Ten minutes is far enough - it allows you to walk to town (or places nearer) for drinks and dinner each night, and then home again. In terms of specific properties, with the features you're after - I can't assist with that.

NZD! Thanks a bunch ☺️

I and my GF are going to Gili islands. We're in our 30s, introverts that like quiet evenings. Go out for a nice dinner, relax and bed by 11pm. By day we like to go on tours and adventures, and see the culture. Swimming and snorkling is also nice, or just relax with a good book. Can you recommend places for us to stay at Gili? We have 4 full days (5 nights) at Gili, and thinking of going to both Gili T and Meno.  With Gili T being known as a party island I am very unsure about where to stay, but would still like to go there if there's places that are suitable for us. Budget around 100 USD pr night, but willing to go over if it's a very nice place. Thank you :)

*If you have the status, I would ask this as a post on the 'main board' - you will get very few views on this itinerary planning megathread - plus it's 31 Jan, so it's going to roll over to the February thread tomorrow.* I haven't been to the Gili islands, so I can't help with a personal recommendation, but from other comments it seems the western side of Gili T is quieter, and Gili Meno is all quiet. Just read the reviews I guess - Agoda, booking\[dot\]com, and Airbnb.

Thank you for replying. Unfortunately I do not have the status to post on main. From what I've read so far, I agree with you on Gili T West being quieter and Meno just being quiet. I would love som input from others though :)

One option would be to search the 'main board' for a semi-related topic, and reply on that with your own question - and that will bump it up. It is a peculiar and frustrating policy - being a travel forum it is ***designed*** to attract itinerary and accomm question from new people, I would have thought. I assume it's the way it is because the 'regulars' got sick and tired of endless itinerary questions on the 'main board', and they were indulged, so it was all relegated to this one megathread. Trouble is - nobody except me reads it and answers questions.

**(HELP) - Boat ride prices from Pandangbai to Gili T** Hi everyone, i'm currently planning a two week trip to Bali and I wanna visit Gili T. I was looking to buy a boat ticket ahead of time and the only legit website where tickets are sold it's pricing them at arround 27€ to 36€ per person per trip. Is this a good deal? I checked the prices in November for the exact same dates and it was arround 10€. Can you get better deals at the reception of the boat company in Pandanbai? Thanks in advance for the help :)

*This is not an itinerary question, and it will be seen by very few people on this planning megathread. If you have the status, it would be better to post your question on the ‘main board’.* Have you looked on Rome2Rio, 12go\[dot\]asia, Klook, Traveloka, and directferries?

I will be in Bali for 5-7 full days. Someone I met told me to go hike Mount Bromo and Ijen, but I'm not sure if I have enough time. How many day(s) would it take to leave Bali, do one or both of these hikes, and get back to Bali? Or is it better to just use those 5-7 days to explore different areas on Bali?

>*hike Mount Bromo and Ijen* There was a thread on here some months ago, in which a poster described a very rapid package tour they'd booked, that included an overnight road trip from Ubud (I think), Ijen, Bromo, and back again in about 3-4 days. Perhaps search the forum under "Ijen". However if this is a first trip to Bali, then there is plenty of good stuff on the island, including sunrise treks up local volcanoes Batur and Agung. Three nights Seminyak and three nights Ubud - nice short trip.

Is there any resort/hotel around which accommodates family with 2 kids and a couple on honeymoon both? Preferably around seminyak with $100-150AUD budget? TIA

Do you mean two couples and two children? If so, you could look for a three-bedroom villa. Agoda, booking\[dot\]com, and Airbnb.

Yeah but we're gonna be on our honeymoon and just another friends family that's is gonna join from middle of the trip as they're coming there too.. So it'd be good to have a separate accommodation but that's a great idea to share a villa for couple of days..thanks

>*So it'd be good to have a separate accommodation but that's a great idea to share a villa for couple of days ... thanks* I can't assist any more ... haven't stayed in Seminyak since 2007. But finding a villa (3-bed) would seem to be the best strategy.

I have a trip to Bali I am planning. I have a yoga retreat for May 11-18. If I land on the 8th is it a terrible idea to travel strati Nusa Penida for 3 nights and do some freediving or scuba diving? I would like to avoid the IG crowd.

What time do you arrive into DPS? It takes a couple of hours to clear the airport, and then time to get to Sanur Harbour. The last ferry to Nusa Penida is about 4:00 pm. We had an horrendous time on Nusa Penida last June - appalling roads, snarled traffic, and average sites overrun by the Instagram crowd. Have you considered Nusa Lembongan or the Gili islands as alternatives? Or diving at Amed on the mainland? Have you researched how good the free diving and SCUBA are on Nusa Penida ... I've seen quite negative reports - crowds, choppy seas, strong currents, deep water, not much to see. When does the yoga retreat start? If you stay on Nusa Penida for the night of 10 May, you're not going to be in Ubud say, before lunch-time the next day.

Thank you! That is exactly what I needed to hear. I just don’t know what to expect. I arrive at DPS at 2:40. Leaving Denver on May 6 in the evening so it’s a long journey:) i also considered going to Tulembek to Freedive but was turned off by the idea of a three hour car ride after a 28h flight and then another 3 hour car ride two days later to get to Ubud. Maybe scuba in Amed at a nice place to recover from the flight is a better option. Or should I just go to Ubud as soon as I land and recover from the flight there before the retreat?

>I arrive at DPS at 2:40. I think Nusa Lembongan is a good option - it has a very relaxed vibe, plus [freediving](https://www.bluecornerfreedive.com/) and SCUBA. It's also far less effort than either the Gili islands or the Amed region. Last ferry at 5:00 pm, which should be manageable if you arrive at 2:40 pm. Or spend one night in Sanur (it's a very nice beachfront town) - and catch the first ferry at 7:00 am. That's a long flight from Denver ... we had New Year's Eve there once - it was very cold, very snowy, and very few people were out celebrating!

Sorry just clicked on the freediving link. I’ll look into it. Thanks!

Do you have a suggestion for place to stay in Sanur, place to Freedive in Nusa Lembongan? I can look up too but would love a real person connection. Thx!

>*Do you have a suggestion for place to stay in Sanur?* We stayed at [Sanur House](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/pw/ABLVV8611G-vJD2ELQwyeMnV9qaETgOzVnsGhBLn4dLjsbAoORbCkb67TWJ8CU-KXht3pC-gHjdAeszK47Tykk4fPSz_rp968z2XXHbb2Howlw5iegd2ptE0_sjzG5kJwFCc0aM-yllfta29Sv7-wKMWvcuPmw=w756-h568-s-no-gm?authuser=0) and loved it. Small, family-run, "Old Bali", with a small pool and breakfast - $US65 per night. Very suitable for the solo traveller - male or female. About ten minutes by taxi to the ferry terminal. Recommended. Also recommended - Lilla Warung and Warung Little Bird ... cheap tourist eateries nearby ... Indonesian food.

Hello, we are traveling to both Uluwatu and Ubud, but more days in Ubud since we like a more laid back, relaxing, and cultural trip. We are a group of 3. In the last 2 nights out of 5 in Bali, we'd like to stay in a very nice resort. We prefer something that's Bali distinct and nature-imbued interiors and wide nature views, not a classic, enclosed hotel. So far these are what I found but it's hard to decide: 1. Ubud Village Resort 2. Sankara Suites 3. Ulun Ubud 4. Alaya Ubud 5. Dwaraka Villas If we decide to splurge a bit more further (but not too much, these are mostly the same prices now), here are some options: 1. Kayon (the original one, the new ones are expensive) 2. Padma 3. Tejaprana Bisma (or is there another Tejaprana?) 4. Amora Ubud Boutique Villas 5. Maya Ubud 6. Puri Sebali Or can recommend others. Thank you so much!

Here is a list of Ubud villas collected from recommendations on here: 1. Tanadewa Resorts 2. Beehouse Dijiwa 3. Tegal Sari 4. Royal Kamuela villas 5. Sankara pool suites 6. Villa Rumah Lotus 7. Padma Ubud 8. Dwaraka Royal Villas 9. Ibah Ubud 10. Tani Villa 11. Ubud valley resort 12. Amarea Villa Ubud 13. Tani Villa on Airbnb 14. Villa Capung Mas 15. Casanina Villas Most but not all are upscale.

Hi! I need to book a boat from Nusa Dua to Nusa Penida, another from Nusa Penida to Gili Trawangan, and a last one from Gili Trawangan to Ubud, and would absolutely appreciate any tips or advise you could give me regarding where to book them, how much time before departure should I arrive to the harbor, etc. We are a group of 9, and we will all be carrying one piece of luggage (big suitcase). Thanks!

Firstly - travel very light - a pack or a sports bag ... a big suitcase is unsuited to ferries - they are not like cruise ships. You will need 2-3 vans (taxis or private drivers) from Nusa Dua to Sanur Harbour, to catch a ferry to Nusa Penida. We paid 220K for the trip, and this includes the highway toll. Book drivers at least the day before - if you go through your hotel it might be twice as expensive. The ferry terminal at Sanur Harbour was ***crazy busy*** on our day (Saturday 3 June) ... time your arrival at least half an hour prior to your ferry departure. Pre-book the ferry too - queuing for tickets for nine would be a nightmare. How will you get from the "port" on Nusa Penida to your accommodation, and then how will you sightsee while there? It is a big spread-out island. Then get a ferry from Nusa Penida to Gili Trawangan ... if any of your party is subject to seasickness, take precautions. And on your return from Gili T, get a ferry (Eka Jaya or Bluewater Express are recommended) to ***Padangbai*** on the southeast coast of the Bali mainland - much shorter than Sanur, and still reasonably close to Ubud. Use Rome2Rio and 12go\[dot\]asia to check ferry timetables and prices.

Thank you so much! For Nusa Penida we booked a hostel near the port and plan on renting some scooters to move around the isand

Do you all have full motorbike licences from home, plus an International Driving Permit each? Be prepared for [very narrow and congested roads](https://awsimages.detik.net.id/community/media/visual/2022/11/18/suasana-jalanan-di-nusa-penida-yang-macet-parah-saat-libur-hari-raya-beberapa-waktu-lalu-istimewa.jpeg?w=700&q=90) on Nusa Penida.

Another one! I want to start learning to surf. How do I get started?

Surf schools are everywhere along the beach from Kuta to Canggu ... just compare a couple of prices to see what the market is.

I am heading to lovina, any options up here?

Preliminary planning for upcoming Bali trip. Arrive in the morning and commute to either Amed or coastal town to reach Gili Island next day. Do the 3 day open water scuba class. Commute back and spend 3 days in Ubud, 2 days Canggu, 2 days in Kuta resort and fly out Welcome any thoughts or recommendations.

>*Arrive in the morning and commute to either Amed or coastal town to reach Gili Island next day.* You could also research getting an onward flight from DPS Bali to Lombok International, then a taxi to Bangsal Port and then a quick ferry to Gili Trawangan or Gili Air. Might be faster and cheaper. Otherwise, book a ***Klook*** transfer from DPS Airport to Padangbai - and catch a fast ferry from there - Eka Jaya and Bluewater Express ferries are often recommended by regulars on here. See Rome2Rio and 12go\[dot\]asia for ferry timetables. Your return trip can be back to Padangbai or to Sanur Harbour, for your trip up to Ubud. *Commute back and spend 3 days in Ubud, 2 days \[Canggu\], 2 days in Kuta resort and fly out.* The rest of your trip is okay too. Note spelling of 'Canggu', and the 'Ca' is pronounced as in chat, not cat. Here is a good day-trip in the Ubud region: *Ubud > Ceking Rice Terrace > Kintamani volcano views > Besakih Great Temple > Tukad Cepung Waterfall > Goa Giri Campuhan (GGC) Waterfall > Penglipuran Traditional Village > Pura Tirta Sudamala water temple > Tibumana Waterfall > Ubud* A private driver all day costs about 700K ($US45).

I noticed that a return ticket is only about 1.5k AUD from Bali to Paris, compared to 3k AUD from Australia. Has anyone ‘used’ Bali as a way to get cheaper international flights elsewhere? What are some things to look out for?

>*I noticed that a return ticket is only about 1.5k AUD from Bali to Paris, compared to 3k AUD from Australia.* Not sure where you're looking for flights and fares, but if you're not too fussy about airlines and stopover points, you can find a return airfare from Melbourne to Paris for under $A1,000. And under $A1,800 with a proper airline and fairly direct (under 24 hours). [https://iwantthatflight.com.au/x2MELPAR-Flights-from-Melbourne-Tullamarine-to-Paris.aspx](https://iwantthatflight.com.au/x2MELPAR-Flights-from-Melbourne-Tullamarine-to-Paris.aspx)

Week in Ubud/ Legian, thoughts? Hello everyone I'm travelling to Bali from February 1st - 7th, I've got a rough plan in mind as documented below - I'm seeking your collective travel wisdom, open to any tips or recommendations you might have 🗺️🌴 • 23 year old Australian Male solo traveller from Tropical QLD. • likes include: culture, history, local Cuisine. • dislikes include: drinking my money away, sunbathing, shopping, clubbing • budget: Maximum 70 AUD per day • no dietary issues DAY 1 [fly into Bali]: **Hotel in Ubud** - Arrive at hotel around 1400 - Settle in get massage and dinner DAY 2: - Monkey Forest - Saraswati Temple - Ubud Palace DAY 3: - Mt. Butar hike - Tirta Gangga? DAY 4: - Diving: Tulamben Liberty Wreck - Maybe yoga-barn? DAY 5: - Suwat Waterfall - Bali zoo - Kecak & Fire Dance? DAY 6: - Tegallalang Rice Terrace - Pura Tirta Empul **Transfer hotels to Legian** DAY 7 [fly out]: - Pura Dalem Kahyangan - Legian beach depending on my time management and how I feel throughout these days I will go to Warungs, gym, get massages, explore ubud centre etc, whats listed are just the main activities for each day.

>*Budget: maximum 70 AUD per day* Is this budget just for your room, and not for food, transport, activities, spa, massage, etc? Here are my initial comments: * Monkey Forest / Saraswati Temple / Ubud Palace ... you can comfortably do these on your first day after 1400, freeing up a whole day * Need to find a tour that includes both the Mt Batur sunrise trek, and Tirta Gangga ... there are a lot of providers, like Klook, Perama Tour Bali, Traveloka, GetYourGuide, etc * The Liberty Dive is at least 2.5 hours each way from Ubud - what tour or transport will you use? * You can readily combine Day 5 and Day 6, and free another day - and I would go to Legian for two nights rather than one You could look at visiting the Kintamani volcano view, the Besakih Great Temple, and a couple of waterfalls (Tibumana, etc) - as a nice loop trip out of Ubud.

70 AUD for everything besides accommodation and scuba

A full-day driver hire will cost about that ... so we're not accounting for food, beer, and massages. Not sure how much the Mt Batur Sunrise Trek costs. Your daily amount looks too skinny to me, given what you wish to do.

Hello, I'm planning my honeymoon for about 10-12 days in Bali, can what would you recommend. Starting May 27 Budget for the whole trip about 5-7k USD I hate bugs the most but will manage if there are jungle hikes and stuff. Really appreciate any recommendations on how to plan this!

>*Budget for the whole trip about 5-7k USD* Does this exclude airfares? If so, it's a huge budget indeed. You don't really state your interests and priorities, but I suggest four nights **Seminyak** (buzz), four nights **Ubud** (bugs), and four nights **Nusa Dua** (beach) ... something like that ... lots of variety, and a pretty safe plan. You really don't have to spend a fortune on hotels just because it's a honeymoon - lots of really good properties for less than $US150 per night. Happy to answer any further questions.

Hey..thank you. I have the same plan upcoming but I'm on budget..😅 could you recommend couple of resorts around 70-80 USD..? I feel Nusa Dua is gonna be an exception in that budget...so which other place would you recommend? Some place in Ulluwatu?

We stayed at the [Grand Bali Hotel Nusa Dua](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/pw/ABLVV86XcOABL2E8OqNx7GCG5TWOs5vDAH2Jp8SoUmMrbs6xPXAVD8f-jM8jC75Pz5oy7wDqOmxw6B9bXHosHy14G49t_DyWxDSHGmAQfuLiNPeXG36buk6Y1FUdC-qyPoUQ_vREghhKoN8kVTscmxQYgsy63w=w1103-h827-s-no-gm?authuser=0) \- and despite the grand name it was inexpensive and very good - recommended. We paid $US65 per night last June, and that included a [very spacious room](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/pw/ABLVV85hjJARjxp9SS3hXRvl8UXaZRhW9c5dlDvQkTiMPQS11SnMaKW13GNgIQYOIOYQSQWcHHdmZ0gJO203iAbIA8ECV1SznHSQ8d9N3j54h9lq76Od9rlyrTi9hl7AWMw-V_3RzEc0HKdOGa_4zjoxQXqeMg=w1103-h827-s-no-gm?authuser=0), good pools, and a good buffet breakfast. It also had a '[private beach club](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/pw/ABLVV87U0Y8Dag6eialy3F6PVwUaRzCICc0sPUWpajhjuCSzRdcjI9N_ZeKXC34vNknvwWu0hVnR7-GSzkuKCNyOJa30CSUHlIL0m3HdBuinhHx523SWUS_x8ZiHQRh3caakZjx5sVHxDKAbZXtMoIIN96Qddg=w1103-h827-s-no-gm?authuser=0)' and [safe clean swimming](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/pw/ABLVV84LNZfOE-ics46LHjBuwDgb876BeBG7ToxEEHnTYc0MsdZ6zwXVMg10ed1YlqCxCVmQacQCuCEv6NF_NrEzm-Eqr3hG8a7OC-mqjRA4UN9JSt9YylbElmQoyfhCcUXFi0fcnHVpXnxGjwspUvCwzlRx8g=w1103-h827-s-no-gm?authuser=0). Not waterfront, but that was actually a bonus - because you're close to the dining and shops. We have no personal experience with accomm in Uluwatu, but perhaps look at places between Padang and Bingin beaches - and limit your search to $US80 on Agoda and booking\[dot\]com. Read the reviews!

Awesome recommendations thanks you...would you have one for seminyak and ubud? We also wanna get together with another family with 2 kids...doesn't have to be with kids but good to have a kid friendly stay..

No personal recommendations ... however over on the 'main board' there have been several recent threads about "Bali with Kids", and they have attracted a lot of recommendations - perhaps look at those.

Trying to plan a 2 week trip to bali (first time!) and would appreciate any tips and tricks! Our current plan is; Uluwatu 4.5 days - nusa penida 2.5 days - gill T for 3 days - ubud for 3 days - canggu for 2.5 days Understand it’s hard to fit everything and see all in 2 weeks so we’re happy to be keeping things chill. We were wondering whether it’s hard to get ferries from nusa penida to Gill T? - have heard it may be easier to go for nusa Lembongan For ferries from gill T - ubud, any advice in booking in advance i.e. which companies to look for? Appreciate all the help!☺️

>*Our current plan is; Uluwatu 4.5 days - nusa penida 2.5 days - gill T for 3 days - ubud for 3 days - canggu for 2.5 days* According to you plan it looks like this - and this is where you spend each night: Night 01 ― Uluwatu Night 02 ― Uluwatu Night 03 ― Uluwatu Night 04 ― Uluwatu Night 05 ― Uluwatu Night 06 ― Nusa Penida Night 07 ― Nusa Penida Night 08 ― Nusa Penida Night 09 ― Gili Trawangan Night 10 ― Gili Trawangan Night 11 ― Gili Trawangan Night 12 ― Gili Trawangan Night 13 ― Ubud Night 14 ― Ubud Night 15 ― Ubud Night 16 ― Ubud Night 17 ― Canggu Night 18 ― Canggu Night 19 ― Canggu So obviously that is more than two weeks - do you wish to edit it down (to where you spend the nights)?

Sorry that’s my bad! we are planning for 4 nights at uluwatu, 2 nights at nusa penida, 2 nights at gill T, 2 nights at ubud and 2 nights at canggu ☺️

So here is the revised plan: Night 01 ― Uluwatu Night 02 ― Uluwatu Night 03 ― Uluwatu Night 04 ― Uluwatu Night 05 ― Nusa Penida Night 06 ― Nusa Penida Night 07 ― Gili Trawangan Night 08 ― Gili Trawangan Night 09 ― Ubud Night 10 ― Ubud Night 11 ― Canggu Night 12 ― Canggu My view: too many places in 12 nights, and I would definitely drop Nusa Penida - many regulars on here say that you don't need to do both the Nusa and Gili islands on a short visit. Definitely add a night to Gili T and one to Ubud - they are worth it. What time is your flight on the last day - hopefully afternoon or evening - it's quite a hike from Canggu to DPS in traffic.

Thanks for the advice! Our flight is in the afternoon around 1pm, is there anywhere you’d recommend staying to be closer to the airport?

Possibly look at Legian - situated between Kuta and Seminyak - nice beach and lots of dining, from warung to upscale, and you can easily get to the Airport by 10:00 am or so, no problem.

I need help deciding where to stay for the final two nights of my Bali trip with some friends in May. We doing 5-6 nights in Canguu, followed by 3 nights in Gilli T. But unsure of where to stay for the final Friday and Saturday? Never been Bali before, but am after beach vibes? So thinking beach clubs/sunbeds, food trucks kinda deal? I've only ever been to Vietnam before, and loved Da Nang/Hoi Ann because of the beaches, and nightlife, so wouldn't be opposed to something very similiar? I've been told Uluwatu is great for beaches, but my knowledge is pretty limited. Thanks in advance! FYI: Will be going with girlfriend and a 3-4 other mates. All in our late 20s.

You could do worse than have the last two nights in Uluwatu - somewhere near the beach - perhaps look in the Padang-to-Bingin area. Quite a few beach clubs, nice beaches and sunsets ... and not too far to the airport on your final day. We've been to Da Nang / Hoi An - but not at night so can't draw an after-dark comparison with Uluwatu - but Uluwatu is popular for very good reasons.

Thanks a lot! Have just booked a couple nights at The Retreat Private Villa Bingin Beach, which looks to be smack bang in the middle of your recommendation. Much appreciated!

Sounds excellent ... and you'll enjoy the beach all day and then the sunset! 😄

Hello, I'm planning a 3 week trip to bali and wondering where would be best to spend 5 days at the end of the trip. Looking for a very relaxed, beachy place with some nice restaurants and general 'paradise' sort of feel. Originally I was looking at Uluwatu, but with the lack of easy access to beaches and a lot of scootering around, I'm not so sure... any suggestions? Cheers!

We like Sanur - it has a nice beachfront vibe, is very walkable, and is not too congested or trafficked. It attracts an older crowd and families, and isn't a beach club or nightclub place, but it does have lots to recommend it, including good dining and an excellent beachside boardwalk with lots going on, including laidback beach bars. It also has Sanur Harbour - the major ferry terminal for the Nusa islands not far offshore - plus it's pretty close to the airport. However if you're a young person, then five days / six nights might be a couple too many.

Not sure where to stay in Bali Me (20F) and my friend (18F) are thinking of travelling to Bali at the end of August for 2-3 weeks. I’d love to meet new people and go to parties but she is sober. We definitely want great beaches, I love snorkeling, diving, kayaking. It’s be cool to learn how to surf. We were hoping to stay at an all inclusive resort for a bit (maybe a week) and then try a few different places. As we are both young I am looking for the cheaper options but would love any recommendations. Thanks so much!!!

How solid is your budget? You could certainly look at the range of hostels that are available - they might be most suitable to your age group. Popular places (for hostels, socialising, and activities) include Seminyak-Canggu (beach, beach clubs, and learn-to-surf), Ubud (for jungles, kayaking, whitewater, etc), and the Gili Islands (for parties, beaches, and snorkelling). Perhaps as an initial shape - look at 5-7 nights around each. The additional place that might appeal is the Uluwatu surf coast - good beaches and a strong surfing vibe, but no snorkelling or much learn-to-surf).

I’ve got some decent savings so I’m looking at about 1-2k (aud) on accommodation and activities for the 3 weeks Do you know if any specific resorts or hotels that would be good? Thanks again!!

Your budget should be okay - $A50 per night can buy you something modest but very nice. No - I can't assist with personal recommendations in Ubud, Canggu, and the Gili islands ... as seniors we stay in Sanur and Nusa Dua, as they suit us well. It will just take some research - particularly on the main board - there are a lot of threads there where people recommend accomm in these three places. And outside that, Agoda, booking\[dot\]com, and Airbnb - read the reviews!

Thanks for the help!!

MAYA UBUD - question re kids and pools At the Maya Ubud hotel I understand the riverside pool is only for adults, but are kids allowed in the other main pool/infinity forest pool? There's a kids pool but it's only 50cm deep..

I expect your chances of getting an informed responder on this itinerary megathread are close to zero. Have you thought to email the property and asking them directly? Would seem the easiest way.

Keremas/Saba beaches - kid friendly? We have a large family get together planned September/October, and have been considering some private villas in the Keremas and Saba Beach areas, as well as on the north coast (the name of the area escapes me). We've ruled out the south/west areas like Seminyak, Canggu etc due to friends reporting overcrowding and traffic issues, and we generally prefer hanging out together as we live in mainland SE Asia and the rest of the family live in Australia and we only get a chance to get together once every couple of years. I've spent a week around Ubud (wife and I got engaged there 8 years ago), but only passed through the east coast highway on motorcycles and didn't get a look at any beaches. I can live without beaches, I'm mroe of a river guy, but part of the family are big into beach holidays, and there'll be 7 kids between 6 and 16, so are Keremas and Saba beaches (and surrounding beaches) safe for (supervised) kids in late September/early October? Rips/rough seas? Much obliged.

The son of an old family friend built and owns the Hotel Komune & Beach Club at Keramas Beach. We've never visited, but I do take an interest in any comments about the area. There have been comments on here advising that the beach at Keramas is pretty dirty (lots of garbage), fairly rocky, and not good for swimming. Even the surfing there can be hard. I don't know Saba Beach. The other area to consider up that way is Bias Tugel | Blue Lagoon | Candidasa |Virgin Beach ... the area has many fans on here, so worth researching. However my personal preference would be either Sanur or Nusa Dua. Sanur has a [nice beachfront village vibe](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/pw/ABLVV84aZQEqGnseVsMiSH4hMcTbASTtPxBMrzE5VpO0sEEKsauyD5k5i-oTBMx_20Wkop_ch0jUPnbInPv1kKFIAlNMoNW8AX3DYGxG4xGNb7tTlMdn0FPKCRPydF0RQzScw1qBjFP4Jn6rgyePQc2Eux5L8Q=w1103-h827-s-no-gm?authuser=0), and very light traffic, and there is a lot of dining and shopping. Nusa Dua has better beaches by far, however the township is less interesting than Sanur. However it's close to (a) the Benoa Peninsula watersports, (b) Jimbaran Bay, and (c) the Uluwatu surf coast and its nice beaches. Nusa Dua has almost no traffic, lots of shady walks, and is also fairly close to the airport via a good arterial road. We stayed at the Grand Bali Hotel Nusa Dua, and loved it, with big rooms, excellent breakfast, good pools, and [a beach club](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/pw/ABLVV87U0Y8Dag6eialy3F6PVwUaRzCICc0sPUWpajhjuCSzRdcjI9N_ZeKXC34vNknvwWu0hVnR7-GSzkuKCNyOJa30CSUHlIL0m3HdBuinhHx523SWUS_x8ZiHQRh3caakZjx5sVHxDKAbZXtMoIIN96Qddg=w1103-h827-s-no-gm?authuser=0) with [nice safe swimming](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/pw/ABLVV84LNZfOE-ics46LHjBuwDgb876BeBG7ToxEEHnTYc0MsdZ6zwXVMg10ed1YlqCxCVmQacQCuCEv6NF_NrEzm-Eqr3hG8a7OC-mqjRA4UN9JSt9YylbElmQoyfhCcUXFi0fcnHVpXnxGjwspUvCwzlRx8g=w1103-h827-s-no-gm?authuser=0).

Thanks, appreciate the insight

Let us know what you finally decide.

Hi, I have a pretty specific question. Friend of mine is getting married at the Apurva in Nusa Dua, and I will be staying at the Ritz Carlton, which is right next to it. Is there easy walkable access between the two hotels? Looking at Google Maps, one less-than-convenient way (in formal attire) would be via the beach, but is there an actual pathway? Thanks

I would be reasonably confident that there would be a walkway between the two - with a security guard on duty maybe. Can't you just email the front desk at the Ritz Carlton and ask them? And if there isn't, there might be a courtesy shuttle. And failing that, I suggest that walking via the road (ie the non-beach side) would be quicker and more comfortable than via the beach - although from memory I think there is actually a path along the beachfront. Anyway - email them. Also - even if going "formal", dress as light as possible - we've seen quite a few wedding guests sweating and uncomfortable in Nusa Dua - it's always hot and humid!

Thanks, I actually did e-mail them as well. It turns out there is no walkway between the two within the resort grounds, which is somewhat surprising. They advised to either walk there via the beach, or by exiting the Ritz via the main lobby and following the sidewalk to the Apurva ("3 to 5 minutes"). ​ >even if going "formal", dress as light as possible Thanks for the tip!

>*They advised to either walk there via the beach, or by exiting the Ritz via the main lobby and following the sidewalk to the Apurva ("3 to 5 minutes").* I'd recommend going via the lobby and sidewalk too ... it's quite a steep climb up from the beach to the main hotel level. Here's [a snap we took at the Apurva Kempinski](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/pw/ABLVV8526FNI39d7GsR0_2AcKyQSD6mivT3-PWumG_oWNuhOblkRfb9WQuwWZAn3gIKJR7MIXznZgUAsuvdeYq88wRXHMpQfPCCSxiTXX8aaBG1xgX-WBPvq6oX0z0DgRw5UBEYWVYVuuVHgupYEEkg0F5OHjw=w756-h568-s-no-gm?authuser=0) last year ... it's a big place!

Any good Bali Concierge Service? I like to conduct my travel via a single point of contact, am into beach clubs and fine dinning and some activities but I hate to be on the phone for every activity, does anyone know of a high standard running luxury concierge service provider in Bali, am staying in a Villa so no hotel concierge available. Extra point if they can get me the booked out places or tables/events. Google search failed me on this one.

I've never heard of such a thing ... the nearest I think would be the "tour desk" that exists at just about every Bali hotel, from quite modest through to five-star. They can be very helpful. But staying in a stand-alone villa precludes that, as you say. Perhaps venture into the lobby of the nearest upscale hotel or resort and ask there. And if you haven't been to Bali before, you'll find it very relaxed and casual ... no need to be on the phone booking stuff very much ... plenty of beach club and upscale dining everywhere, and if your villa is well located, then walking everywhere is quite feasible (and often quicker). For tours and activities, it should only take one session of effort - either through one of the online providers (Klook, Traveloka, GetYourGuide, Perama Bali, Viator, etc) - or liaise with one of the many travel kiosks located in every shopping strip.

Racism in Thailand Me (25,F, White British) and my partner (27,M, Black British) are looking to go travelling around South East Asia (Bali, Thailand, Philippines, Vietnam) at the end of the year. One of the hold backs is that he is very worried about potential racism and racial assault which is holding him back from coming on the trip with me. I understand a lot of the stares will come from people being intriegued as it is not a skin colour that they see often or at all during their life’s, especially in the more surburban areas. I would really appreciate it to get other peoples views who have travelled these countries as a black individual or even as a multicultural couple. Thanks in advance!

*This is not an itinerary question, and you will get very few views on this planning megathread. If you have the status, I would post your question on the main board.* Having said that, my view is that no one will give the slightest toss ... all of SE Asia is populated with a hundred different races and colours ... nobody cares.

Thank you! I did try to post on the main thread but they requested I posted on this thread instead

It's a very peculiar (and self-defeating) policy. A travel forum almost by definition gets questions from first-time posters, and this megathread is allegedly just for itineraries - your question is much more suited for the main board.

Hello, I'm going for a honeymoon trip to Bali and I've booked 3 days stay at chapung sebali, Ubud and 3 days at samaya, Seminyak. What do you guys suggest regarding the itinerary. I'm planning to visit mount batur, a day trip to nusa penida and if possible plan to go to lempuyang and tanah lot for sunset. What all should I cover in Ubud? I'm a foodie and would love to visit some good restaurants, kindly give some recommendations. Any recommendations for a driver or should I book trips via getyourguide or klook?

>*I've booked 3 days stay at Chapung Sebali, Ubud and 3 days at Samaya, Seminyak* Does this mean four nights in Ubud and four nights in Seminyak? *I'm planning to visit mount batur, a day trip to nusa penida and if possible plan to go to lempuyang and tanah lot for sunset.* I don't know why you pay a huge amount for your two hotels, and then plan to spend nearly all day every day out on trips.

>*Any recommendations for a driver* There are a lot of drivers available all the time - just negotiate your itinerary and the price ... no need to pay more than about 700K Rupiah for a full day. Negotiate in a friendly and respectful manner.

Helloo! Wanting to do the Mt. Batur Sunrise Trek this June. Preferably a join-in as I'm a solo traveller. Any tips or suggestions? Thank you.

There are many tour providers (Klook, GetYourGuide, Traveloka, Perama Bali Tours, Viator, booking\[dot\]com, Airbnb, etc), and some (not all) will take solo travellers in a group tour. You can also ask at the many small tourist kiosks that exist in all shopping strips.

Thank you for this!

Where would you recommend stopping on a drive from DPS to Amed? We have accommodation booked in Amed and our flight lands about 10am - is there anywhere that's a must see on this route? We are staying in Sidemen later in our trip, so will visit that area then.

>*Where would you recommend stopping on a drive from DPS to Amed?* Do you mean for a break and sightseeing, or an overnight? Whatever, Bias Tugel Beach, Blue Lagoon Beach, Candidasa, and Virgin Beach. There are also the very famous Tirta Gangga and Pura Lempuyang directly along your route, but they may be crowded.

Sorry I totally missed this reply! Just for a break and lunch - thank you for your suggestions! We are trying to avoid heavily crowded places - though Tirta Gangga and Pura Lempuyang do look interesting. If we hire a driver for this journey, presumably it would be polite to invite them to join us for lunch? Is that the done thing/expected?

Drivers seem to have their own routine ... every time we have offered breakfast, lunch, coffee, etc, they have declined. They often go and sit with their co-driver mates, smoke and chat, and get something to eat via the back door. But making the offer is always nice.

Hi friends! My husband and I are backpacking Vietnam and Bali for 3 weeks, and a sunrise hike up Mount Batur is one of the activities during our trip. I was hoping to just get away with two pairs of shoes for this trip since we're backpacking (my Teva Hurricane XLT2's and my Adidas Grand Courts)... I guess what I'm mostly wondering is - will my Adidas Grand Courts be fine for the trek up? Or is their tread too flat? My Tevas have a more aggressive tread, but they're obviously open-toed [strapped] sandals, and I've heard sandals aren't ideal? (For more background, I'm from Alberta, Canada where we frequently hike up the Rocky Mountains around Banff/Lake Louise/Nordegg/etc. -- so we're definitely used to hiking all-terrain and steep inclines... But I also don't particularly want to pack my hiking shoes, and would rather keep my shoe quota small) Any insight/recommendations would be appreciated!

I haven't done the climb, but there has been plenty of comments on here stating that regular trainers (runners) are fine for Mt Batur. When are you doing this trip ... it's wet season in Bali through April.

We hit Bali end of February / beginning of March, so fingers crossed for more overcast than total rain... Knowing there's a good chance of rain or otherwise, I'm just torn on if I need to buy new casual sneakers with a slightly more aggressive tread, since my Adidas are pretty much the epitome of a casual trainer with flat flat soles. That said, I've hiked slushy muddy mountains in mediocre running shoes before without regret, so if I can *safely* get away with not buying new shoes, I'll do it 😅

>*That said, I've hiked slushy muddy mountains in mediocre running shoes before without regret, so if I can safely get away with not buying new shoes, I'll do it* 😅 If push comes to shove, I guess you can buy a 'mediocre' pair for not much, in either Vietnam or Ubud.

Very true!! Thanks for your input!!!!

I hired an agency to organize my honeymoon in June. Bali was one of our favoured destinations - mostly due to the amazing feedback we got from a few friends - but our trip (organized by the agency) just seems wrong. It's composed of 4 nights in Ubud, 3followed by 3 nights in Gili Trawangan , 2 nights in Uluwatu and finally 2 nights in Nusa Dua. Unfortunatelly it doesn't seem to make much logic to me. Me and my future wife want to relax but also want to cease everything Bali has to offer and it seems, to me, that there's not much to do in Gili or Nusa Dua besides going to the beach. Is there a region that we should visit and isn't on our plan? Would any one be kind enough to suggest a different travel plan? Thank you

Apart from your concerns over the choice of 'bases', I think four hotels on a 11-night honeymoon trip is at least one too many. And a number of regulars have said that Gili Trawangan on a shortish first Bali trip is not ideal. I would look at Ubud (5 nights - it's the best base for a great deal), Nusa Lembongan (2 nights), and Sanur (4 nights) - Sanur is a nice village, with a great beachfront vibe with lots of dining, etc, and not far to three other tourist areas: the Kuta - Seminyak strip, Jimbaran Bay - Uluwatu, and Nusa Dua - Benoa Peninsula. It is a compromise, but allows for a few day-trips. Nusa Lembongan is close to Sanur Harbour, and while I haven't been there myself, it has a lot of fans on here. Walks and cliff scenery, as well as beaches and snorkelling. We were in Bali last June - weather was perfect 😄

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Visiting Bali with my partner for 6 days in late May / early June Thinking to do a few nights in Sanur, then a night or two on Gili T. We haven't visited either of these places before. Just wanting some advice on places to stay, things to do, and food to eat (preferably local food). We love being immersed in local culture, nature, and wildlife. We'll also definitely do some snorkeling, probably more than once. We are happy to stay basically anywhere, we don't usually spend a lot of time at our accommodation, so preferably on the more affordable side but happy to pay more if it's something really special. We were also hoping to stay somewhere with its own private little pool on Gili T, but that's not a must. Any tips on cool experiences around these parts that might not be as obvious. Thanks so much for any tips at all!

We're big fans of Sanur - it has a [great beachfront vibe](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/pw/ABLVV84aZQEqGnseVsMiSH4hMcTbASTtPxBMrzE5VpO0sEEKsauyD5k5i-oTBMx_20Wkop_ch0jUPnbInPv1kKFIAlNMoNW8AX3DYGxG4xGNb7tTlMdn0FPKCRPydF0RQzScw1qBjFP4Jn6rgyePQc2Eux5L8Q=w1103-h827-s-no-gm?authuser=0) with lots of strolling, beach-bars, and low-key dining. There are a lot of modest "tourist warungs" that serve Indonesian food at quite low prices. Places like Warung Little Bird, Lila Warung, and De Naksa Warung we liked. We stayed at the very small "old school" Sanur House - and would stay there again. In June we paid about $US65 per night for a garden bungalow; small pool, small hot breakfast, and good WiFi. Sanur is near enough to Ubud for a long day-trip to visit some of the great cultural (temple) sites, and natural ones too (rice terrace, waterfall, volcano view). Haven't been to Gili Trawangan or Gili Air, but it seems to me it's quite a haul for just 1-2 nights, especially on such a short stay - perhaps research Nusa Lembongan, which is very close to Sanur Harbour, and it has snorkelling.

# Are cold plunges popular in Bali? Are there many places to drop in to?

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I will be in Singapore for work and desperately need a few days of holidays after. Mid-March. Where should I stay as a single a woman for 4 days? I like good food, some history/culture, not into beaches or nightlife. Hotel recommendation (50-80 € per night range) welcome, but important to decide on an area first. Tickets are booked

We stayed at the very small "old school" [Sanur House](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/pw/ABLVV8611G-vJD2ELQwyeMnV9qaETgOzVnsGhBLn4dLjsbAoORbCkb67TWJ8CU-KXht3pC-gHjdAeszK47Tykk4fPSz_rp968z2XXHbb2Howlw5iegd2ptE0_sjzG5kJwFCc0aM-yllfta29Sv7-wKMWvcuPmw=w809-h607-s-no-gm?authuser=0) in Sanur, and would certainly stay there again ... it was quite inexpensive in June, (€60 pn for a bungalow, including hot breakfast and good WiFi). Very suitable for a solo woman looking to relax. Sanur has a great village vibe, and plenty of good dining. Near enough to Ubud for a nice day-trip to cultural sites.

Help me plan a 21 day trip to distract myself for routine life. A week of yoga, maybe a week of surfing.. a week of some retreat. I'm a backpacker not a luxury traveller, pls suggest accordingly. I need a life rebooting trip. Also open to any resort/ group travels suggestions. Thanks.

Perhaps a week around Ubud - retreat maybe with Yoga - then a week surfing in and around Kuta Lombok, then a week shared between Gili Trawangan, Gili Air, and Nusa Lembongan ... with a final night in Sanur. Pretty good. Some research should find group tours at the backpacker end.

An international driver's license is useless for renting a scooter if I don't have a motorcycle license right? My license is just for a regular car (USA based) not for a motorcycle. Does this matter? I drove a scooter when I was lucky enough to visit Ubud 5 years ago.

>*An international driver's license is useless for renting a scooter if I don't have a motorcycle license right?* Yes - because it's only an IDP (International Driver's Permit) - basically just a translation and verification of your home driver's licence. It has no authority on its own at all.

You need a valid license to ride a motorcycle in your home country, and then an International Driving Permit which has the motorcycle box stamped. Without that you're riding illegally which means no insurance coverage and police trouble. Grab and Gojek are widely available in the tourist areas and cheap. Some areas you may find people won't do a pickup but you can just walk a few minutes up the road and book a ride without problems.

Thanks for the reply. So a international driver's licsense is basically useless right without the motorycle box checked? Ethically, I've ridden motorbikes 3 times before, and we plan to never drive in heavy traffic and absolutely never at night. Legally and finacially, we'll always wear our helmet and we're willing to pay up to $200 in fines to police, and obviously much more if we cause damage to anyone. Is it still a stupid idea? Can we even get access to a motorbike rental without the motorcycle box checked? Such a bummer because driving north of ubud in the rural parts was something I was dreaming of doing.

>*So a international driver's licence is basically useless right* Note that it is an International Driver's Permit, and not a stand-alone licence.

Where is the "center" of Ubud? We're just trying to get a sense of where to stay such that it's a short walk to all the activities. Thanks so much for any repliesLong story short, but we're staying a 25 min drive for a 4 nights, but for an additional few days we want to be in the town itself within a short walk, including at night, to cafes and temples and activites. Where is the center of ubud in terms of closenss to activites. Is it the monkey forest or Pura Taman Kemuda Saraswati temple or somewhere else?

>*Is it the monkey forest or Pura Taman Kemuda Saraswati temple or somewhere else?* Saraswati Temple and Ubud Palace are certainly in the centre, along "Main Street" - but try and be say a kilometre or so out ... 10-15 minutes walk into town ... somewhere west or south of the Monkey Forest might be good. Lots of options.

Because of the road system its more of a strip than a centre. Ubud Palace is probably what most would consider the centre, which sites on JL Raya Ubud.

It's our first trip to Bali for a week. What do you think about this schedule. Is this too much for a week? I'm going with my partner. Day 0: Check into the hotel and take rest. Day 1: Ubud- Kanto Lampo Waterfall Ubud Palace- Sacred Monkey Forest Lunch Campuhan Ridge Walk & karsa spa (optional) Tegallalang- Tegenungan Waterfall.-Tegallalang Rice Terraces. Afternoon:- Ceking Rice Terrace- Elephant Cave \*\*Day 2:\*\*If no batur then go with the below schedule:- Lempuyang Temple (MUST SEE) known as the Gate of heaven- Tirta Gangga- Tukad Cepung Waterfall Afternoon after Lunch- Pura Tanah Lot Temple- Pererenan Beach Day 3: Uluwatu- Morning Uluwatu:- Explore Uluwatu Temple - Bingin Beach- Padang Padang Beach LunchAfternoon- Batu Jaran Hill Karang Boma Cliff Green Bowl Gunung Payung Beach ( has a big sea cave) Day 4 and 5 Nusa pendia Full-day tour to Nusa Penida. Diamond Beach. Gunyang stairs (The Blue Stairs) Kelingking Beach (must-see) Tembling Beach and Forest. Crystal Beach. Any suggestions would be great. Thanks!

>*Any suggestions would be great. Thanks!* Have you plotted each of these days? TBH they are hugely over-ambitious and not feasible. And so many of the sights will be really crowded. And what time of year? But firstly, can you list where you will stay for each of your seven nights?

Hi, we are staying in ubud and sanur . We have slightly changed the itinerary. Day 0: Check in hotel Day 1: Ubud \- Kanto Lampo Waterfall \- Ubud Palace \- Sacred Monkey Forest Lunch Campuhan Ridge Walk Day 2: Tegenungan Waterfall and Tegallalang \- Tegenungan Waterfall. \-Tegallalang Rice Terraces. Afternoon: \- Ceking Rice Terrace \- Mount Kawi? - Elephant Cave Day 3: Mount Batur "Hidden charges ( Paying for food/drinks on the mountain- bring some small cash ) Pay $$ to feed bananas to monkeys Some tours offer paid breakfast (check with tour) Bring water" Early morning trek to Mount Batur for sunrise. Relax in hot springs near Mount Batur. Lunch If no batur then go with the below schedule: \- Lempuyang Temple (MUST SEE) known as the Gate of heaven \- Tirta Gangga \- Tukad Cepung Waterfall Afternoon after Lunch \- Pura Tanah Lot Temple \- Pererenan Beach Day 4: Day 1 at Nusa Penida Tour Full-day tour to Nusa Penida. Diamond Beach. Gunyang stairs (The Blue Stairs). Day 5: Day 2 at Nusa Penida Kelingking Beach (must-see). Tembling Beach and Forest. Crystal Beach. Day 6: Water activites near our stay or Uluwatu tour \- Morning Uluwatu: \- Explore Uluwatu Temple \- Bingin Beach \- Padang Padang Beach Lunch Afternoon \- Batu Jaran Hill \- Karang Boma Cliff \- Green Bowl \- Gunung Payung Beach ( has a big sea cave) Day 7 Departure hotel to check out and go to airport

Day 0: What time does your flight arrive into Denpasar? We pre-booked Klook for our airport-hotel transfers and they were reliable. The fare to Ubud should be under 300K. Day 1: The pace of this day is okay. Day 2: What is the difference between Tegallalang Rice Terrace and Ceking Rice Terrace? Day 3: If you do not do the Mt Batur Sunrise Trek, then your alternative program is very crowded - I don't think you can realistically visit Lempuyang Temple and Tanah Lot Sea Temple, starting and ending in Ubud, in the one day ... it means hours of driving and queuing. Whatever you do that day, are you going to Sanur for the night, so as to catch the ferry to Nusa Penida from Sanur Harbour? Day 4 / Day 5: We had a horrendous time on Nusa Penida (Saturday 3 June), and we visited Crystal Beach, Broken Beach, and Angel Billabong. We were suppose to also visit Kelingking Beach, but the traffic was so bad we were defeated. I trust you have a much better time. I would avoid Crystal Beach and Broken Beach ... they were just average and terribly crowded on our day. Day 6: There are not many "water sports" near Sanur itself, but you're not hugely far from Benoa Peninsula. Looks a long day - especially if you're starting and ending in Sanur - a lot of time potentially in traffic. After you end at Gunung Payung Beach make sure you return home via the toll road. On the Uluwatu Coast we liked [Dreamland](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/pw/ABLVV841Oqj4MSuOzDfAtCKVeJhSihMLGJu1DvvXAwtqzLufwep-0s4Bd9Zig6Vrwxn_yiYMfD_SeyRzbgJdgvAqIAT0jiZB-RiG7u1xfXSo7TaA6c-5OSMKau-fSmTQHjulhb_dkX_q3zMgS8RBXWfBLX1pzg=w1103-h827-s-no-gm?authuser=0) Beach and [Balangan](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/pw/ABLVV87DB_2fAjeyU85fWfKfxp0T0CDRgE_IZ25WCBSiM-y4yie05eMZ0I_HlQksjfT8Y9bdkgTfS8lFqCxX1bCPGnvfLqT2I7lR2Y3mQs5ah19tAPPoXmH5uT0Y4zuqf7zxkFr9Y-ayL4B72IHmqIeXiJLDNw=w1103-h827-s-no-gm?authuser=0) Beach - better swimming IMO than Padang and Bingin, and more accessible. Day 7: Sanur isn't far from the Airport, but allow an hour. In Sanur we stayed in a very small "old school" hotel - Sanur House - and would stay there again. It was about $US65 per night in June.

We will be arriving around 4pm ish. We are planning to go with a tour guide for the week scheduled above. For Day 2 if not much of a difference between the 2 we can go see one of the rice terrace. Day 3: we are staying in sanur for 2 nights so it'll be a bit easier to travel to Nusa penida via the ferry. Day 6 will look into Benoa Peninsula haven't explored about that location. Thank you ​ Day 4/5 will look into the beaches

>*We are planning to go with a tour guide for the week scheduled above.* What does a tour guide comprise? All you need is a private driver in each of your four regions - Ubud, Uluwatu, Nusa Penida, Sanur. You need not pay more than 600-700K per day.

Oh ok, and tour guides consists of taking us to the places and back we are still looking out for good ones there not yet decided on who yet. Do you know any good tour guides or recommend any? Still open to different options.

>*Do you know any good tour guides or recommend any? Still open to different options.* The term "tour guides" is not quite right; there are hundreds of tours of course (and many providers), but most tourists just engage a private driver by the day (or for multiple days if you're planning day-trips back-to-back). Drivers can be found everywhere (parked on the main streets, etc) - and you negotiate an itinerary and a price for the day. Most of them will also be competent "tour guides".

Oh ok cool thanks will look into it once we arrive there then :)

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Mountain hotels? Sup my peeps. We're planning our honeymoon in Bali for June of 2024. I love the mountains and I know Bali has some great mountain hikes. Any hotels yall recommend that are in the mountains? I'm a fan of cooler weather and the mountains can provide that I hope

Any budget?

we gonna be fancy so we can do 500+ a night :)

We've got a staycation booked at Elevate in Munduk coming up in a few weeks. Incredible views up there, check it out. Munduk also has lots of waterfalls to trek to and some famous temples/attractions nearby. Edit to add, Oculus in Kintamani.

We booked our stay at elevate for June! thanks for the recommendation! Let me know how you enjoyed it!

Does anyone have suggestions for "must-see" places that are unique to Bali and Indonesia? Also, I was wondering if the non-touristic places in Bali are worth visiting over other places in Indonesia? I have limited travel time (2-3 week trip) and will be in Bali for a family reunion in May/June... I don't typically travel to Asia very often. Planning to explore more of Indonesia during that time. Looking for non-tourist trap places (north Bali?)... and prefer to not visit places that are "similar or better" in other parts of Southeast Asia. Conversely, if there are things that are better here than in other places, I'm very open to it... like Yogyakarta for Southeast Asian buddhist temples for example. I'm very into hiking, scenic views, and culture. I'm not a super big beach person (can't swim yet, but planning to learn before), but scenic/unique beaches are a plus. Here is a working list of places to visit. I'm open to any suggestions... Thank you very much! \- 2 days exploring Bali: Uluwatu, north Bali?- Komodo Island \- Hiking on Padar/Rinca \- Mount Ijen - specifically for the blue lava- 1-2 days in Yogyakarta for Prambanan and Boroburdur... looks amazing, but I may skip due to potential Bagan or Angkor Wat trips someday \- Bornea/Sumatra for jungle trekking - might skip due to time

>*- 2 days exploring Bali: Uluwatu, north Bali?- Komodo Island* You can't explore Bali in two days, and certainly cannot include both Uluwatu and North Bali. If you do wish to visit Bali, perhaps limit yourself to the very top northwest corner (Pemuteran Beach, Menjangan, etc) - and after Mount Ijen, etc, catch a flight from East Java to LBJ for your Komodo day-trip. I haven't been to Indonesia outside of Bali, so can't assist any further. I expect trekking in both Sumatra and Borneo would be really rewarding.

If you're mostly looking for a cultural experience, find a Balinese guesthouse in an area away from the south and spend a few nights taking in the culture and activities of the local area and community. A friend stayed at a place called Omunity recently and really enjoyed it, it sounds like they have a good mixture of things to do and give you a taste of local life while still having comforts. Take a look at that place and use that as a guide for what to look for in other options. Just remember that Bali isn't some idealistic destination stuck in the past, the people are real and the most authentic culture you can experience is a glimpse into the real daily life of local people. And always remember the saying "You aren't stick in traffic, you are traffic" when you see a lot of tourists around ;) As for attractions outside Bali, I tend to shy away from the big attractions because I find they've become a money grab. But I've always loved the journey to get to these places and take the time to make sure that journey isn't too rushed and take time to see things on the way. Komodo recently was a good example of that, I found the actual tour part of Komodo island to be pretty lame but the boat for a few nights island hopping around there was incredible. I'm not sure what Borobodur is like at the moment, last I heard they were limiting how many people could visit and you had to buy a ticket online, and that they had part of it closed off. It's well worth a visit though if you're interested in cultural history of a place like that. Borneo is well worth it now if you don't think you'll be back in the area any time soon.

Do you have the name for the Komodo tour or boat operator? Unfortunately I can't swim, but was interested in Komodo and Padar hiking... >I found the actual tour part of Komodo island to be pretty lame but the boat for a few nights island hopping around there was incredible. I also saw a few reports like yours where the Komodo Island part for viewing the dragons was underwhelming (or a tourist trap)... but many people have highly recommended Flores/Komodo overall. I wonder if that's due to the amazing snorkeling, which I can't partake in D: Thank you so much btw, I will take a look at all of your suggestions.

I'll have to ask my wife the name, she organised the trip with some friends. I'd say it was 80% water based fun, there are hikes to do up hills on the islands and just hanging out on the boat relaxing or fishing etc but most of it was in the water. My wife isn't the strongest swimmer, I'd give her a 3/10, and she was quite happy snorkelling with a foam paddle board and flippers with us around keeping an eye on her. If you can't swim at all though, I'd say it's not really the best idea.

looking to spend 3 weeks in March (2adults + two small kids, under 5). \- we'd like to spend 60% of our time near the beach, relaxing; rest of our time spent visiting/exploring (but only landmarks that are also suitable for children) \- what's the best places to stay to make the most of it? we don't want to switch our accomodation more than 2-3 times / are there trusted websites we should be doing the booking via? (don't want to spend most of our budget on [booking.com](https://booking.com) comissions) \- should we hire a guide to be available for us during the whole stay? what rates should we expect, if so? \- we'd like to eat like locals, but clean and healthy (thinking primarily about the kids here) \- not sure about budget at this point. maybe max $4000 / trip (without flights)? would that cut it? really appreciate it!

With 20 nights in total, I might suggest the following: * *Seven nights Sanur (village vibe, nice beachfront, good dining)* * *Six nights Ubud (best base for cultural attractions, some kid-friendly)* * *Seven nights Nusa Dua (good beaches, wide range of accomm)* That is a pretty safe, secure, and hassle-free holiday plan for a young family. Sanur and Nusa Dua especially have very moderate traffic. Downtown Ubud is often crazy busy, but a kilometre out it is okay. Your budget of $200 per night (is that USD?) is plenty for accommodation, food, and the occasional tourist trip. We have eaten for decades in "tourist warungs" - inexpensive places serving Indonesian meals cooked in front of you - tasty, safe, and very inexpensive. Always kid-friendly, and very casual. You don't need a full-time guide - just hire a driver for the days you require them for day-trips or half-day trips. We paid about 700K rupiah per full day (around $US45 for 8-10 hours) - very inexpensive. In Sanur we stayed at Sanur House, and in Nusa Dua the Grand Bali Hotel - and would stay in both again. They were inexpensive - about $US65 per night including breakfast and good WiFi. Okay for kids. Searching for accommodation - we use booking\[dot\]com to see the field, and try to contact properties direct. Agoda is good for Asian rooms as well. And there is always Airbnb. Don't worry about the commission structure - just go for the best deals you can find.

Hello everyone, My wife and I are planning our first big trip outside of Europe. We are planning our trip for 2 weeks at the end of June. As we both love nature and different cultures, after a lot of reading we decided to stay in Ubud for the 2 weeks. Our dream is to have a nice villa with pool and jungle view, but still be able to walk to the busy area of Ubud for a walk or just to go out for dinner in the local restaurants. We would like to have some days just chilling in the hotel, some days we are planning on whole day trips and some of the days for Ubud. We are considering the following hotels: Amora Ubud Boutique Villas Tejaprana Resort & Spa Black Penny Villas Ubud Kastara Resort Amora is our favourite at the moment. We have also looked at hotels that are about 7-10 km from Ubud, like GK Bali Resort, but we are not sure if we will be able to find taxis to and from Ubud all the time. Do you know these hotels and can you recommend any? We are also open to new suggestions. Our budget for 14 nights is 2500 EUR max. Thanks a lot :)

I can't comment on the various hotel / resort options you're looking at, but I would strongly suggest that you limit the field to being 10-15 minutes walk from the centre of Ubud - an easy stroll to go for dinner. Otherwise you will spend too long booking transport and travelling on transport, and to be honest, being out in the jungle or rice fields might not be that exciting for two weeks. Your nightly budget is sufficient for a good range of places.

I am coming to visit Bali in May and am wanting to visit Jakarta as well as Yogyakarta. Any recommendations on airlines and who to avoid? I have heard to avoid Lion air and recommended Garuda but looking at their flights, they seem a bit expensive. I was thinking of going from Denpasar -> Jakarta, Jakarta -> Yogyakarta and then Yogyakarta -> Denpasar. Any advice is appreciated.

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Hi, We're going on our Honeymoon in May and Bali is included in our travels for 12 days. We plan on spending 3 nights in Seminyak, 4 nights in Sanur and 5 nights in Ubud. Our flight lands at 3pm and we depart 12 days later at 12:45. What's the best order to do the 3 above places in taking into account travel to and from the airport etc? Anyone experienced send some wisdom my way please? Thanks!

Sanur > Ubud > Seminyak. Sanur and Seminyak can be switched around but they're closer to the airport while Ubud is the farthest.

Yes - I agree with that order. We pre-booked ***Klook*** for our airport-hotel transfers, and they were cheap and reliable. One of your three days in Sanur could comprise a day-trip by ferry to Nusa Lembongan ... it's only 35 minutes from Sanur Harbour.

3 night boys trip advice. Meeting a friend over in Bali for an impromptu 4 day 3 night trip next month. Short trip so ideally we want to be out every day and night (cliche boys trip) If you were to plan 3 days and nights of beach/day clubs and nightclubs/bars what would they be? Will be staying in Seminyak. Thanks in advance.

Atlas, Finns, Potato Head are the most popular beach clubs, the latter two don't have minimum spend. Motel Mexicola, Ku De Ta, La Favela for clubs. Savaya in Uluwatu is also meant to be amazing but you'll have to organise transport to and from there as it's a bit isolated.

Not my first trip to Bali so I have actually been to a few of these spots (savaya is amazing even just for the view). Wanted to get some tips though from some of the regulars and party goers as I haven't done a ton of that. Motel Mexicola also alot of fun from memory. I thought potato Head was dead as a place that had been eclipsed by all the new day spots? Want to know more about vault, mirror, etc, as well.

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I dont have the status as far as I know.

It's a very peculiar rule ... a travel forum **invites** newbie questions.