When I think of Bali, the first word that comes to mind is “honeymoon”.
After all, in the book and movie “Eat Pray Love,” Bali represents love. and in many other films and TV shows, it is depicted as a romantic setting. growing up, I always thought of it as a destination mainly for special celebrations. Back then, there were no direct flights from where I’m from to this Indonesian paradise. At least, no low-cost flights. A trip to Bali was a trip that you prepare for, you save a lot for. Of course, a lot has changed since.
Today, most of us know that Bali is not just a lover’s paradise. The island has something for travelers seeking nature, culture, and adventure. It is also an optimal choice for family trips, solo travels, group holidays, and even company incentive tours.
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UNDERSTANDING BALI
WHERE TO stay IN BALITop budget hotels in Kuta
Top budget hotels in Seminyak
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HOW TO get TO BALIBali airport to Kuta, Legian, Seminyak or Canggu
HOW TO get around BALI
POCKET WIFI RENTAL & local SIM IN BALI
THINGS TO do in BALIBali Instagram Tour
Lempuyang temple and east Bali Tour
Ubud and central Bali Tour
Nusa Penida Tour
Uluwatu Temple
Ulun Danu Beratan, Jatiluwih Rice Terraces, and Tanah lot Tour
Bali Food Tour
Other places to check out in Bali
SAMPLE BALI ITINERARYEasy itinerary for 2 Pax
Budget itinerary for 4 Pax
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UNDERSTANDING BALI
Bali is Indonesia’s most famous tourist destination. The tourism industry is the province’s main source of income, fueled by tourism-related businesses like hotels and resorts, tour agencies and operators, etc.
Aside from making up the majority of the province’s economy, tourism also led to the development of more sophisticated arts and crafts. It also revived some of the traditional dances and customs that are otherwise left buried and forgotten. natural attractions also abound in Bali — both on land and underwater. Rice terraces, mountains, islands, beaches, jungles, caves, waves, and marine life are the draw for the adventurous. All these and more propelled Bali to rise as one of the world’s top destinations.
Essential Information:
Language: the most widely spoken languages are Indonesian/Bahasa Indonesia and Balinese. most people understand and speak English too.
Religion: Over 80% of the residents practice Balinese Hinduism, which is unique in Indonesia, a predominantly Muslim country. It is important to be respectful of their way of life, especially when visiting spiritual sites like temples. The island also observes Nyepi Day (Day of Silence), which we will discuss below.
Time Zone: GMT+8 (Central Indonesia Time). Bali is in the same time zone as Manila, Singapore, and Kuala Lumpur; and an hour ahead of Jakarta.
Currency: Indonesian Rupiah (IDR, Rp). USD 1 is around IDR 14,000; PHP 1 is around IDR 278; EUR 1 is around IDR 15,500 (as of November 2019)
Modes of Payment: most of the stores and restaurants transact in Rupiah, but major credit cards are accepted by most hotels, fine-dining restaurants, and souvenir shops. I noticed that quite a number of establishments have large signs that say they prefer Mastercard. Others like Visa and American express are accepted too.
WHERE TO stay IN BALI
Bali province is composed of Bali Island and other smaller islands clustered on the southeast portion, namely Nusa Penida, Nusa Ceningan, and Nusa Lembongan. The city of Denpasar is the provincial capital.
Bali has the most diverse options in Indonesia when it comes to accommodations. There are guesthouses, inns (losmens), hostels, budget hotels, high-end hotels, resorts, and villas.
The island can be split into four regions: South, North, Central/East, and West Bali. Although it is possible to stay in other regions, the southern portion is the most popular tourist hub. The majority of the accommodations, restaurants, cafes, bars, shopping areas, and attractions are located here.
As you can see on the map, most of the island’s tourist attractions can be found in the South. most visitors choose to stay in the south because of the tourist-friendly services and amenities. Furthermore, it’s accessibility makes it a good base and jump-off point to other tourist destinations in Bali. For me, the most optimal places to stay in the south are the following:
Seminyak. Seminyak is located further north of Kuta. It is like the high-end version of Kuta. Seminyak has plenty of luxury hotels, villas, and spa resorts.
Legian. Legian is a suburb located between Kuta and Seminyak. It offers the best of both worlds — budgetand luxury. This area is tamer compared to both Kuta and Seminyak.
Kuta. Kuta district in Badung Regency has the highest concentration of accommodations in Bali. Although there are high-end hotels here, the town is known for its budget- and backpacker-friendly accommodations.
But if you’re after peace of mind or a more cultural experience, Ubud in Central/East region is also a terrific choice. It’s not as accessible as the beach towns, but it offers a relaxing Balinese getaway.
We’ve discussed these areas in detail in a separate article: best areas TO stay IN BALI!
Top budget hotels in Kuta
Cara Cara Inn. photo provided by the hotel via Agoda
Cara Cara Inn. Sprawdź ceny i dostępność! ✅.
H-Ostel Bali. Sprawdź ceny i dostępność! ✅.
Praba Guesthouse. Sprawdź ceny i dostępność! ✅.
Kuta beach Stay. Sprawdź ceny i dostępność! ✅.
Yans house Hotel. Sprawdź ceny i dostępność! ✅.
D Beds Hostel. Sprawdź ceny i dostępność! ✅.
Top budget hotels in Seminyak
Balinea villa & Spa. Sprawdź ceny i dostępność! ✅.
Semimpi Basecamp. Sprawdź ceny i dostępność! ✅.
Room & Vespa Suite 2. check rates & Availability! ✅.
Ibis styles Bali Petitenget. Sprawdź ceny i dostępność! ✅.
Arana Suite. Sprawdź ceny i dostępność! ✅.
Seminyak Square Hotel. Sprawdź ceny i dostępność! ✅.
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HOW TO get TO BALI
The primary gateway to Bali is Ngurah Rai international Airport, also known as Denpasar airport or Bali Airport. It is situated in the southern part of the island near the capital, Denpasar, and located between Kuta and Jimbaran. The airport is one of the busiest in Indonesia and connects to major cities and airports, both domestic and international.
Manila is directly connected to Bali. The travel duration between Manila and Bali is approximately four (4) hours. compare flights below:
Travelers arriving in Bali are requested to fill out two forms: custom declaration form and the yellow health declaration Form. No need for Arrival Card. If you are arriving as a family, you need to fill out only one custom declaration Form. Our forms were given to us onboard.
Bali airport to Kuta, Legian, Seminyak or Canggu
A majority of tourists choose these four areas as their bases: Kuta, Legian, Seminyak, and Canggu. all of them are located north of the airport on the southwest coast of Bali. Estimated travel duration:
To Kuta – 30 minutes
To Legian – 1 hour
To Seminyak – 1 hour
To Canggu – 1.5 hours
Here are your options for the mode of transportation from the airport to any of these tourist areas:
Arranged carry services (Example: hotel service and tour operators)
Airport Taxi
Metered Taxi
Ride-sharing Apps
Public transportation (Example: Angkot/Bemo and Trans Sarbagita)
Tourist shuttle (Example: Kura Kura Bus and Perama Bus)
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For the detailed post on how to get to Bali and its tourist centers, we created a separate article for that. You may read it here: Bali airport to the tourist Centers.
If you’re a group, a convenient option to consider is a private transfer. An indication that it’s one of the most trusted airport transfer options is the significant number of Klook-affiliated drivers waiting at the Arrival Lobby. all of them, wearing the orange Klook uniform, are clustered in one area. Some transfer packages on Klook also include data SIM cards.
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HOW TO get around BALI
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There are choices aplenty for the modes of transportation to get around Bali. here are your options:
Joining a group tour. most tourists prefer to join group tours to get to famous attractions. These tours are offered by hotels, travel agencies and tour operators. You can also book the tour ahead online through Klook. We will tackle more of this later on the things to do in Bali section of this guide.
Private Charter with Driver. This is our recommended option if you’re part of a group (with pals or family). This way, you have total control of your time and itinerary for 10 hours. This usually includes an English-speaking driver, gasoline, and driver meal. You just need to discuss it with your driver if your itinerary is feasible. Klook offers several private automobile charter services. Reserve a automobile with driver service here! ✅.
Tourist Shuttle. Well, from the name itself, this option is more tourist-friendly than the regular public buses in Bali. These shuttles cover the main tourist destinations in Bali. Kura Kura Bus and Perama Bus are popular among tourists. To contact them, you may check their official websites and social media accounts. Kura Kura Bus has a mobile app too!
Regular Bus. Trans Sarbagita is Bali’s bus rapid system that serves mainly Denpasar and the southern Bali area. It has fixed routes but no fixed schedule. other regular buses normally cover long-distance routes. The fare depends on your destination. However, this is not recommended to take if you are pressed for time.
Bemo or Angkot. These are local minivans. Są one zwykle otwarte i niejednorodne. Wyglądają jak samochody dostawcze, ale pracują jak Jeepneys Philippine.
Taxi. W przypadku podróży krótkociągów, turystów wskocz na taksówkę. Taksówki są stosunkowo tanie w Bali w porównaniu z innymi krajami. Miernik rozpoczyna się w IDR 7.000 (PHP25 / USD / EUR / EUR) i IDR 6500 (PHP24 / USD.46 / EUR42) na kolejny kilometr. Jako zasadę, zawsze nalegaj na użycie miernika.
Aplikacja udostępniania jazdy. Lub aplikacja do jazdy. Powinno to być najbardziej wygodna opcja, ale jest trochę trudna do korzystania z aplikacji do udostępniania jazdy, takich jak GOJEK i GRAB w Bali. Istnieją pewne ulice, które nie pozwalają tych pojazdów do przejścia i niektórych hoteli, które zniechęcają swoich gości z jazdy za pomocą aplikacji.
Wynajem motocykli lub samochodowych. Niektórzy podróżnicy, którzy lubią być w całkowitej kontroli nad ich czasem i trasa, zdecydują się wypożyczyć samochód lub motocykl. Motocykl jest głównym sposobem transportu używanego zarówno przez mieszkańców, jak i turystów. Pianki turystyczne są bombardowane przez wiele reklam / szyldów do czynszów motocyklowych. Wskaźnik wynajmu wahają się od IDR 70.000 (PHP250 / USD5 / EUR4.5) do IDR 150.000 (PHP540 / USD11 / EUR10) dziennie, w zależności od rodzaju motocykla.
Dowiedz się więcej o zasadach podczas jazdy samochodem lub motocyklem na Bali i innych ważnych szczegółach: Jak obejść Bali!
Wynajem Kieszonkowy WIFI i lokalna sim na Bali
Zdjęcie dostarczone przez Klook
Istnieje wiele dostępnych lokalnych wynajęcia SIM i Pocket WiFi na Bali. Możesz także uzyskać kartę SIM lub Kieszeń WiFi z Klook!
Kieszonkowe WiFi. Lepszy wybór, jeśli chcesz połączyć więcej niż jedno urządzenie lub jeśli słuchawka jest zablokowana do firmy serwisowej w domu. Jest to również dobre dla osób podróżujących z Palami lub członkami rodziny. Dla osób podróżujących z Manili można je dostarczyć do domu lub biura przed wyjazdem (tylko w Manili). Wybierz pakiet danych, który potrzebujesz – nieograniczony, 1 GB, 500 MB, 350 MB lub 150 MB. Rezerwuj tutaj! ✅.
Lokalne dane SIM. Możesz go odebrać na lotnisku Bali. Wybierz pakiet danych. Opcje ważności karty SIM są 14 dni, 25 dni i 30 dni. Wybierz typ usługi – tylko dane lub dane z bezpłatnymi połączeniami i tekstami. Zdobądź tutaj kartę SIM! ✅.
Posiadanie renomowanego połączenia internetowego podczas podróży jest korzystne. Pomoże Ci zaoszczędzić czas i pieniądze podczas zbadania. Możesz uzyskać dostęp do Google Maps, aplikacji tłumaczenia języka i aplikacji konwersji walut. Jeśli zdecydujesz się zarezerwować wycieczki lub prywatny samochód z kierowcą, możesz komunikować się z lokalnymi kierowcami, podmiotami wycieczkowymi i przewodnikami turystycznymi za pośrednictwem aplikacji do przesyłania wiadomości online.
Atrakcje w Bali
Dobrą wiadomością jest, Bali ma wiele do zaoferowania. BARDZO. Nigdy nie zabrakniejesz rzeczy do zrobienia i miejsca do odkrycia, nawet jeśli zostaniesz na kilka tygodni. Mam Pals, którzy są teraz oparte na Bali i nadal nie badali wiele części wyspy.
Zła wiadomość jest dobra, Bali ma wiele do zaoferowania. Przy tak wielu opcjach może być dość trudny, aby wybrać atrakcje i działania, zwłaszcza jeśli masz ograniczony czas. Jeśli budujesz trasę Bali, pomoże spojrzeć na nie jako pakiety wycieczki. Wiele witryn turystycznych turystycznych w zależności od bliskości (atrakcje bliżej siebie) lub w zależności od zainteresowań. Jesteś na Bali, aby zobaczyć świątynie? Są to wycieczki. Żywność? Są to wycieczki. beaches and waterfalls? There are tours for that. Instagrammable spots? You bet there are tours for that, too!
In this section, we’ll do a short rundown of the tours available on Klook to make it less overwhelming. You can also do these tours on your own. If you’re a group, you can do the long-distance tours by renting a private automobile with driver, which is typically more affordable. This way, you have total control of your time and itinerary for 10 hours. This usually includes an English-speaking driver, gasoline, and driver meal. You just need to discuss it with your driver if your itinerary is feasible. Klook offers several private automobile charter services. Reserve a automobile with driver service here