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Let's work from Ubud, Bali

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At this moment maybe you are one of the people who are busy working from home. In this global pandemic, every city or country has rules about working from an office, factory, or working from home. Students in many countries are still studying online, as well as at home. Some of you are probably already a little bored, very lucky if you haven't been frustrated by the impact of working from home for so long.  Ubud Water Palace (traveltriangle.com)   Your office and workplace atmosphere will feel different after being done at home, even though there is information technology such as video calls, zoom meetings or Google Meet, E-Mail, and conversation facilities on social media such as WhatsUp or Telegram. Talking directly with colleagues, relations, or friends for work, business, negotiating, discussing and, casual chatting during lunch breaks is difficult to replace even with technological sophistication. Perhaps the feeling of boredom has reached your head, which might affect your mo

Bali is the Last Paradise

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Bali  is always unique and fantastic. Bali is a land that seems to have a magnet at its very heart. It is a feeling that is difficult to understand unless experienced but once visited you are surely compelled to come back and you may even want to stay forever, such is its pull. Maybe it’s Bali’s beauty, maybe the friendly people, or maybe even the influence from spirits that certainly abide in this place. Bali, a tropical island in the Indonesian archipelago, is so picturesque and immaculate it could almost be a painted backdrop. It has rice paddies tripping down hillsides like giant steps, volcanoes soaring up through the clouds, dense tropical jungle, long sandy beaches, warm blue water, crashing surf and friendly people who don't just have a culture but actually live it. In Bali spirits come out to play in the moonlight, every night is a festival and even a funeral is an opportunity to have a good time.

Cycling in Paradise

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Image: balitoursclub.com What is your favorite sports? Let's go to Bali and enjoy cycling in paradise.  If you are a big fan of mountain bike, then you can find great track to test your adrenaline cycling, for instance around Mount and Lake Batur in Kintamani, or enjoy fantastic track in Ubud.  Cycling is a fun sport. Besides aiming to maintain a healthy body, cycling can also increase our interaction with the environment. In Bali, this activity has been identified as one that is packed adventure tour exciting. With equipment of international standard, with high security and services of experienced guides, this cycling activity is a good choice to fill the holiday events in Bali. The beauty of Mount Batur Caldera. Image: bali-trailblazers.com Bali has many things to visit, see and feel cycling tour will take us to places where other transportation is difficult to reach. There are different types of bike tours to suit people of all age groups and may be of interest to

Tari Pendet original dance from Bali

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Tari Pendet. Image: indonesiakaya.com Bali is unique because of the art, culture, people, religion, custom, temple, houses,  landscape, and other aspects. You must go to Bali to learn and feel a real Bali. One of the Balinese arts is Pendet Dance. Traditional Balinese dances are the oldest form of performing arts in Bali. Traditional dances can be divided into two types, sacred dance called Wali and entertainment dance called Bebalihan. Tari Pendet or Pendet dance is the presentation of an offering in the form of a ritual dance. Unlike the exhibition dances that demand arduous training, Pendet may be danced by everyone: male and female pemangkus , women and girls of the village. It is taught simply by imitation and is seldom practiced in the banjars. Younger girls follow the movements of the elder women who recognize their responsibility in setting a good example. As a religious dance, Pendet is usually performed during temple ceremonies.

Snorkeling in Bali

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Snorkeling in Bali. Image:  jeanandabbott.com Do you like adventure and water sports?  If you go to Bali, make sure you enjoy snorkeling sport because you will enjoy the beauty of the underwater world's best tropical island. Bali has been known for its world-class dive sites. Most of the dive sites can be reached only by snorkeling . You can explore a shipwreck in Tulamben, pristine coral reefs and possibly manta ray in Nusa Penida. You also can find the beautiful coral reefs in Padang Bai, in Karangasem regency. In the western part of the island of Bali you can see a large gorgonian fan at Menjangan National Marine Park . 

Yoga adventure in Bali

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There is a book called "1,000 Places to See Before You Die" , mentioning that you must visit Bali before you leave this world. This is a Best-selling book written by Patricia Schultz. There must be something unique in this tropical paradise, so Patricia suggests you to visit Bali.   Bali has a lot of activities that will get you extra pleasant experience for a variety of adventures that you can do in this beautiful island. Nature in Bali gives you a place to surf, dive in some of the beach and in the depths of the amazing underwater Bali. Outdoor sports such as rafting, flying fish, parasailing and many other adventures you can enjoy.  Yoga in front of Pura Tanah Lot. Image:  Bambang W ( indonesia.travel)  You can also climb a mountain; ride a bike while enjoying the beauty of the terraced rice fields in the countryside. If you're looking for peace of mind, you can practice yoga in Ubud or other places in Bali. Yoga is also a unique adventure to discover chak

Pura Besakih, the Largest Hindu Temple in Bali

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If you go to Bali, don't forget to visit Pura Besakih , the largets Hindu temple complex in Bali, probably the biggest in the world.  Stair to the main temple. Image: balidwt.com   Bali is an island of the Gods . Bali also called the Island of Thousand Temples, as you will find a temple in every home, village and town. Every family has a small temple in their homes, as well as every village there must be a temple for the villagers. In Bali there are 6 main temples or called SAD heaven, spread in 6 directions of the wind. Among all the temples big and small, both belonging to the family and village, then there is a temple to all the people of Bali. Among the six main temples, Pura Besakih is the largest temple in Bali. Pura Besakih is also believed to be the center of all temples in Bali. Each important and big ritual or ceremony in a village or when there is a ceremony in a family, then the Hindus in Bali will beg  Tirta  or holy water in Pura Besakih. Tirta will be pa

Bukit Jambul

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Bukit Jambul is a place of interest in Karangasem Regency, east part of Bali. Bukit Jambul word is derived from Bukit mean hill and Jambul mean crest so Bukit Jambul is crest of a hill. It is strategically located beside of the main road from Denpasar to Besakih Temple and it is one of the tourist destinations that visited on Besakih Tour. It is situated in the plateau area which is blessed with the beautiful panorama of rice terrace and green coconuts three unfolding to the sea. In this site, we present a picture of Bukit Jambul in Karangasem Regency . This place of interest is located up on a hill and just like most of other places in Karangasem regency, its attraction is also on the harmony between mountain panorama, terraced paddy field, valley and sea view. From the highland, one can enjoy amazing panorama down there while along the sloping and bending road, terraced paddy field and clove trees adorn the road sides.

Kintamani

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Mt Batur and Lake Batur view (Image: balitoursclub.com) There is a beautiful area and has beautiful scenery  in Bali, Kintamani. If you are to Kintamani you will feel the atmosphere of a fresh hills with temperatures around 18 degrees Celsius, much like air in Bedugul (another beautiful place in Bali).  The main attraction of the region is a view of Mount Kintamani and Lake Batur. Mount Batur is still an active volcano and the second highest after Mount Agung at Besakih. The best atmosphere is when enjoy lunch while enjoying the beauty of lake and mountain belching smoke friendly. 

Outdoor sports in Bali

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Bali  is a real tropical paradise. Many people think Bali is the ideal island for relaxing by a pool, sipping cocktails at sunset and forgetting about the real world. While this is entirely true, Bali is also an excellent adventure destination for those addicted to the rush of adrenalin. Bali offers not just various customs but also various adrenalin pump parks. Many exciting amusements are available in Bali, with something new opening all time.  Join Adventures in Bali: Trekking, Rafting, horse ridding, elephant safari, cruise, diving and much more... You can enjoy exciting rafting with professional and experienced guides on Ayung River. Drive for 30 minutes to the North to the starting point nearby Ubud , and then walk down through terraced path to the river. 

Discover a Real Paradise

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Bali is a beautiful tropical paradise on earth. You must allocate your time to visit Bali before you are too old. Explore the paradise island Bali as much as you can. Do not just spend your holiday around the hotel but try to visit other parts of the island either by private car rental or joining the local sightseeing tours. Bali tours and sightseeing program covers your special interest to explore the hidden beauty of the island. Travel to Bali is easy because Bali is one of the most popular holidays in the world because Bali Island is a great tourist destination in all seasons. Just visit your travel agent today; they will understand how to design a great adventure in Bali for you.

Are you ready for a real vacation?

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Bali has been the beloved destination for tourists for ages. Bali is also famous of magnificent beaches, breathtaking scenerie, marvelous trinkets and interesting culture. Bali is ideal for people wanting to escape from routine activities, enjoy a honeymoon, adventure, or even, have a great time with family and friends. Are you ready for a real vacation? Let's go to Bali.

Julia Roberts in Bali

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Did you see Eat Pray Love movie? Her movie based on Pushcart Prize winner Elizabeth Gilbert’s spirituality/travel memoir (played by Roberts), “Eat, Pray, and Love” is about her self-discovery and soul-searching after her nasty divorce, exploring through India, Italy, and Bali, the last paradise on earth. After reveling in cuisine in Italy and exploring spirituality in India ashram (hermitage), she will find a balance between worldly pleasures and divine ascendancy in Bali where she will study with a ninth-generation medicine man and immerse in a love affair. Julia Roberts will star as the book's narrator, Elizabeth, whose search for identity following her divorce takes her to Italy, India, and Bali. One-third of the story takes place in Bali where the main character finds love, healing, and mentoring of a Balinese guru in Ubud. "Eat, Pray, Love" is the first multi-million dollar Hollywood feature film to be shot in Bali and it is hoped it will kick-start the island&

Spectacular Sunset in Bali

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Bali is a fantastic tropical island in the world. You can enjoy many things in Bali. All part of your body and soul will feel a magic of Bali, the last paradise on earth. From coast to coast Bali is always looking unique. If you really need to recharge your mind, body and soul you must see the sunset in Bali. There are beautiful sunset spots in this island such as in Kuta Beach, Uluwatu, Tanah Lot, Legian Beach, Dreamland Beach, Jimbaran Beach and other places. All of them are unique and create amazing atmosphere to make your eyes and your heart satisfied and happy. You can see the sunset alone or with your love one. It’s really romantic. Honeymoon in Bali is a great choice, because you can enjoy the most spectacular sunset in tropical paradise. Wow ...

Let's Speak Balinese

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Bali is one of Indonesian archipelago. Indonesia is an amazing country, 17,000 islands, 180 ethnic groups and many languages. Most people on Bali speak Bahasa Indonesia (Indonesian) but all the Balinese people also speak Bahasa Bali ( Balinese). These language are of course related but are different enough. Here are some words in Bahasa (language) Bali: Good - becik Bad - corah Friend - switra Husband - rabi Wife - istri Child - putra (boy), putri (girl) How are you? - kenken kabare What is that? - Napi punika? Here’s 1 to 10 1 - siki 2- kalih 3 - tiga 4 - pat 5 - lima 6 - enem 7 - pitu 8 - kutus 9 - sia 10 - dasa - Thank you so much = Matur suksma - I’m Fine = Tiang becik-becik kemanten. - How are you? = Apa kabar? = Punapi gatrane? or Kenken kabare? - Where is this? = Napi wastan gumine niki? - What is your name? = Sira pesengan ragane? - Please don't said like that = Sampunang ngeraos kenten! - Excuse Me, Can't I past here? = Dados ti

Honeymoon in Paradise

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Learning about Balinese culture is a wonderful thing, life changing experience. Bali has one of the most unique and fascinating cultures in the world. This amazing island is known by many evocative names; "The Island of the Gods". There are more than twenty thousand temples in Bali. It is also one of the world's most popular tourist destinations. Bali is a very romantic island . The tropical paradise isle of Bali has long been a favorite honeymoon destination , but did you know you can also get married in Bali? Imagine exchanging your vows under balmy skies with a fragrant breeze wafting over you. The stunningly beautiful countryside is perfect for exploring, and the clear seas and quiet beaches make a perfect getaway. There are a lot of hotel, cottages and villas that very perfect venues for your wedding ceremony and your romantic honeymoon in Bali. It’s up to you to stay in a boutique hotel, 5 stars or just in a Balinese simple villa. Most of the hotel in Bali provides