Bali Travel Guide - How To, Where To, What To! ^^

Bali has become one of the most desirable places to visit and something of a tourist hotspot for simple reasons; few destinations can boast such a diverse landscape, enormous terraced rice paddies contrast with lush natural forests and tropical beaches. The exotic culture and religious ceremonies are more than just tradition, they are a part of the island and Islanders seem to smile constantly. A peaceful aura seems to surround the island and from the moment you arrive, you are filled with a sense of relaxation and gratitude. Surfing, Shopping, dancing, Scuba diving, trekking, the list of activities is endless, so boredom isn't an issue and the prices are very reasonable too, which means there's something to suit every pocket.

If you're thinking of Bali as your next destination, here are some things you should...Know Before You Go!

If you're arriving by plane, you'll probably land at Ngurah Rai, also known as Denpasar international airport. from here we recommend you travel to Ubud via taxi because the local buses aren't direct and don't follow a schedule. The taxi ride will take around 40 minutes and will cost about 20 euros.

Ubud is considered the cultural capital of Bali so you should stay there for at least 3 days to be able to visit the temples, local markets and the famous "Sacred Monkey Forest" remember that the monkeys here are wild, so be careful to follow the instructions and guidelines.

If you're interested in trekking try the Campuhan Ridge Walk, which boasts some amazing scenery and quaint tea houses.

Ubud has some very good restaurants and a wide variety of cuisines, "Melting Wok Warung" offers Authentic Indonesian food at reasonable prices with vegetarian and vegan options available. "Swept Away at the Samaya" has beautiful surroundings and delicious European, Asian, and Indonesian options, prices are a little more expensive, but worth it. "White Orchid" offers large portions of beautifully cooked local cuisine and very attentive service. "Locavore" is a modern contemporary restaurant offering a more refined dining experience. Although expensive, if you can afford it, it's worth going.

In Ubud, and any other city in Bali, the best way to get around is on a scooter, they are very cheap to hire (around 3 euros or $4 a day) and if you plan to hire for a week or longer you can usually barter for a cheaper price. The scooter gives you the ability to travel freely and see the sights you really want to see, for example, a well-known waterfall to visit is the Tegenungan waterfall although extremely beautiful, it does get overcrowded whereas a lesser-known and perhaps even prettier waterfall is the Tibumana waterfall which is harder to get to but definitely worth it. remember to bring cash with you as both waterfalls have a small entran ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jbJ9_vHkUHM