Baru di Bali

Once approaching Nusa Lembongan, rolling waves and the island’s clear turquoise water give visitors a glimpse on how Bali looked like years ago. As the boat is mooring, entering the island’s clear turquoise water, the village life of Jungutbatu (central town) portrays the beauty of seaweed farming activities. Looking up on the hills from the beach, you can see an exquisite retreat cascading...

There is quite a revolution going on in the holiday destinations of the region, as more and more travelers are seeking out holiday options that don't have a major impact upon the environment. Increasing numbers of travelers are choosing holidays that benefit the local community, that don't destroy the very attraction they have come to see and, where travelers feel they have gained something...

One of the greatest findings during our trip to Lovina was Damai Lovina Villas, a hidden blissful retreat up on the hill surrounded by rice fields and jungle-clad ravines. Wondering around the ascending road in the area after sunset, we spotted modest dim lights spread in between shadowy bushes and homes of the villagers which later we learned as the spots where Damai sits its 13 private...

Set back just behind the bustling thorough-fares of Jalan Petitenget, a swathe of luxury units called Cicada greets like a refreshing oasis. The six well-appointed townhouses of Cicada provide a deserved dose of solace away from the crowds in Petitenget and thereabouts. Beautiful tropical gardens surround this private yet intimate compound, creating a totally different picture inside from the...

Staying in your own secluded getaway is every travelers dream. Far away from the hustle and bustle of daily routines, necessities only a phone call away. This is what Villa Bugis offers to its guests. Villa Bugis is located in four different locations in the Seminyak Area. We were staying in Villa Tresna in the Dhyana Pura area.

Hidden away from the main street of Dhyana Pura, the beautiful...

Sited down the busy, narrow lane of Jalan Kunti in Seminyak, The Villas provides a lavish hide-away to get you away from the crowded area. The elegant exterior presentation of The Villas should give a clear sign to any on how it would look like on the inside. Total comforts and leisure are sure things to be achieved within this fine retreat.

Walls covering the well-tended tropical gardens...

This hidden “Villas & Spa” is actually located in Mertasari Street in Kerobokan, just 5-minute drive from the bars and restaurants in Seminyak. It’s funny how I wasn’t aware of the existence of this retreat for signboards pointing the direction to Vivalavi are almost everywhere along the road – I should thank the rain that night causing a heavy traffic, for I finally became alerted. Anyway, I...

It was seven in the evening when I got to Kupu Kupu Barong Beach Resort in Tuban after a long, exhausting day cruising around the city of Denpasar. Looking at my tired face and the backpack I was carrying, the security guard responded quickly and showed me the way to the reception while politely asking me questions like, “have you booked your room, sir?” and even, “first time in Bali?” The...