With stunning beaches, a verdant and varied landscape, mouth-watering fare and rich culture, Indonesia’s island jewel is a one-size-fits-all kind of holiday. You’ll be spoiled no matter what your style of travel. Kuta delivers plenty of fun in the sun along with a lively entertainment scene. For those who prefer the tranquil rewards of a secluded villa complete with private plunge pool, Bali’s got that covered too.
When it comes to things to do, you can do it all or nothing at all. Aquatic fun comes in the form of waterslides, whitewater adrenaline or a day bed by the water’s edge, while on dry land you can get in touch with your spiritual side with a temple visit or show off your culinary prowess in a cooking class.
Street food in Bali is common and often includes the popular satay meal of ‘sate lilit’ – a grilled dish of minced seafood served on a lemongrass stick. Unlike the rest of the predominantly Muslim nation of Indonesia, Bali is a great place to eat pork dishes such as ‘babi guling’ – a ceremonial dish of roast suckling pig served with rice.
Enticing conversion rates make shopping a popular pastime for visitors to Bali. From inexpensive trinkets at Kuta Art Market to high-end clothes and jewellery in Seminyak, Bali offers a great range of shopping options.
Mount Agung may be the highest mountain on the island, but Mount Batur is the summit to scale for spectacular sunrise views.
