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BALI TRAVEL JOURNAL

4. Welcome to Bali

A glimpse of the island of Bali where you can immerse yourself in the magical dream of the sky

15. Travel Preparations

Pocket all the information you need to enjoy your solo trip in Bali to the fullest

8. Tourist Attractions

An overview of the location, religion, cuisine and culture of the Balinese people

19. Solo Travel

Necessary things that you should consider carefully to have a safe solo travel

About the land of Bali

Bali is a province of Indonesia and the westernmost of the Lesser Sunda Islands. The East of Java and west of Lombok, the province includes the island of Bali and a few smaller neighboring islands, notably Nusa Penida, Nusa Lembongan, and Nusa Ceningan. The provincial capital, Denpasar, is the most populous city in the Lesser Sunda Islands and the second largest, after Makassar, in Eastern Indonesia. The upland town of Ubud in Greater Denpasar is considered Bali’s cultural center. The province is Indonesia’s main tourist destination, with a significant rise in tourism since the 1980s.Tourism-related business makes up 80% of its economy.

Bali is part of the Coral Triangle, the area with the highest biodiversity of marine species, especially fish and turtles. In this area alone, over 500 reef-building coral species can be found. For comparison, this is about seven times as many as in the entire Caribbean. Bali is the home of the Subak irrigation system, a

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WELCOME TO BALI

Bali is one of the most peaceful and beautiful places on the planet. Stunning beaches, magical temples, lush greenery, gorgeous waterfalls, and iconic rice fields make up the landscape of Bali. Bali became a popular tourist destination particularly after the book and film “Eat, Pray, Love”

UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is also home to a unified confederation of kingdoms composed of 10 traditional royal Balinese houses, each house ruling a specific geographic area. The confederation is the successor of the Bali Kingdom. The royal houses are not recognized by the government of Indonesia; however, they originated before Dutch colonization.

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About the religion in Bali

Bali is the only Hindu-majority province in Muslim-majority Indonesia, with 86.9% of the population adhering to Balinese Hinduism. It is renowned for its highly developed arts, including traditional and modern dance, sculpture, painting, leather, metalworking, and music. The Indonesian International Film Festival is held every year in Bali. Other international events held in Bali include the Miss World 2013 and 2018 Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank Group. In March 2017, TripAdvisor named Bali as the world’s top destination in its Traveler’s Choice award, which it also earned in January 2021.

In ancient Bali, nine Hindu sects existed, namely Pasupata, Bhairawa, Siwa Shidanta, Vaishnava, Bodha, Brahma, Resi, Sora and Ganapatya. Each sect revered a specific deity as its personal Godhead.

Bali was inhabited around 2000 BCE by Austronesian people who migrated originally from the island of Taiwan to Southeast Asia and Oceania through Maritime Southeast Asia. Culturally and linguistically, the Balinese are closely related to the people of the Indonesian archipelago, Malaysia, the Philippines and Oceania. Stone tools dating from this time have been found near the village of Cekik in the island’s west.

About the culture and traditions

To know Balinese culture and traditions intimately requires an understanding of the philosophy of Tri Hita Karana “Three Causes of Goodness”, which is the origin of the Balinese belief system. It is centered on maintaining a harmonious relationship with God, people and nature. Once aware, this becomes easily identifiable in the Balinese way of life, architecture, agriculture and tradition. It is believed that the wisdom of living true to these elements brings about the prosperity and harmony.

Every important event in human life is always followed by particular ceremony, for example there are Balinese ceremonies for birth, puberty, maturity, marriage or death, then there are ceremonies on important holidays in the 250-day Balinese calendar such as Nyepi (day of silence), Galungan and Kuningan or ceremonies connected with natural phenomena (like a full moon). With these ceremonies and daily rituals, people are connecting with the gods, ancestors, families and community.

The offerings (sesajen) are made of agricultural products and are offered to these spirits daily. They are believed to maintain peace and balance on earth. The offering is more than a colorful hand woven box to locals and understanding this as a tourist can be powerful. Temples and rituals are part of why Bali culture is as special now as it was a thousand years ago, and as the only predominantly Hindu island in the Indonesian archipelago, it has such a unique offering for visitors.

About the Balinese cuisine

alinese cuisine is a cuisine tradition of Balinese people from the volcanic island of Bali. Using a variety of spices, blended with the fresh vegetables, meat and fish. Part of Indonesian cuisine, it demonstrates indigenous traditions, as well as influences from other Indonesian regional cuisine, Chinese and Indian. The island’s inhabitants are predominantly Hindu and culinary traditions are somewhat distinct with the rest of Indonesia, with festivals and religious celebrations including many special foods prepared as the offerings for the deities, as well as other dishes consumed communally during the celebrations.

Rice, the primary grain is almost always consumed as a staple accompanied with vegetables, meat and seafood. The pork, chicken, fruit, vegetables and seafood are widely utilized, however as in the most Hindu communities, beef is never or rarely consumed in this country.

Bali is a popular tourist destination, and the area has many cooking schools with daily courses of Balinese cuisine. Night markets, warungs (food stands), and fruit vendors sell local delicacies. Festivals include ornately prepared foods as part of the celebrations. As a popular tourist area, many westernized foods are also available as well.

LIFE IS UNCERTAIN. EAT DESSERT FIRST.

Ernestine Ulmer

CULTURE

TOURIST ATTRACTIONS

03 PLACES TO VISIT IN BALI FOR YOUNG ADULTS

Whether you’re looking for a destination for your honeymoon or a place to have a blast with your mates, Bali is the way to go! From the pristine beaches with beautiful surf breaks to the beautiful nature all over the island, you will surely love what Bali has to offer. Come with us and discover the best places to go when you are a young adult!

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ENJOY

LIFE – YOU ONLY GET ONE. Richard Branson

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1Canggu: Canggu is literally a backpacker’s heaven. Cheaper rent than most of the other destinations on the list, it gives the opportunity for people to enjoy everything that Bali has to offer. From the beautiful waves for surfing during the day, to the vibrant nightlife, Canggu is truly the only place you have to go to enjoy the best of Bali. Oh, and did I mention it is super cheap which makes it the perfect place for young adults.

If Seminyak is famous for its long coastline, white sand, blue sea or green rice fields that are typical of Ubud, Canggu has it all. You should try to imagine, coming to Canggu you can walk in the rice fields in the morning and relax on the beach in the afternoon.

Moreover, the scenery here is extremely peaceful and close. Different from the bustling atmosphere in Seminyak, you will find the pace of life in Canggu much more peaceful. You can immerse yourself in the life of the locals and have unique experiences.

► Nightclub and bar recommandations:

Old man’s

The Lawn

Sandbar

► Restaurant recommandations:

La Fabrica

Burgerz

Beach Garden

► What we recommend you to do:

Surfing

Go to nearby temples like Tanah Lot

Enjoy the weather and chill at the beach or your villa

Uluwatu: Looking for a more fancy experience of Bali? Uluwatu will surely be on your sweet side. From your beautiful 5 star hotels overlooking the massive cliffs to the massive surf breaks, you’ll definitely have great memories of your stay. The views of Bali are simply breathtaking and the lodging are just has good. Tired of getting rocked by the waves? Go to Uluwatu Temple to have one the most breathtaking view of your life. Uluwatu is definitely a place to put on your bucket list if you come to Bali.

The area of Uluwatu is quite large, so it is best to rent a scooter to be able to visit the whole island. Especially the beautiful beaches at Bukit. Scooters are also chosen by many people because the road conditions in Uluwatu are quite good, the traffic is not too complicated. Two of the most beautiful beaches in Uluwatu are Padang Padang and Dreamland. However, these places are usually quite crowded during the tourist season.

In addition to the above beaches, you can also choose Balangan or Pandawa beach in the East as an ideal stopover. This place has a long beach with wide open space with many beautiful scenery. Locals and tourists also often come here to relax, but this place is still quite empty of tourists, so it will be very suitable for those who want to experience the feeling of being immersed in the sound of the waves without being disturbed. No one else disturbs anymore.

► Nightclub and bar recommandations:

Omnia

Karma Beach

Single Fin

► Restaurant recommandations:

Chiringuito El Kabon

Dugong Restaurant

Oneeighty

► What we recommend you to do: Go to Uluwatu Temple

Walk around to catch the beautiful view

Have a drink at sunset at one of the many fancy bars

*Tips: You should come here in the dry season from May to October. At this time, the warm rays of sunshine and fresh air in Uluwatu will help you have the most comfortable trip. At the same time, the beaches in Uluwatu are also extremely clear at this time. Convenient for you to have interesting soaking sessions.

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Ubud: Looking to soak in the Balinese culture? Ubud is definitely the way to go. You can catch typical shows like. Ubud is also a great place to discover nature since it is surrounded by waterfalls, rice terrace and of course the sacred monkey forest which is kit an experience to walk in, even though it’s a bit crowded. Hungry or looking for a cool souvenir? You can literally find hundreds of local restaurants and small shops which makes the walk totally worth it. Ubud is surely a place for you if you like to chill out and enjoy nature.

Like other tourist areas, Ubud has a full range of motels, hotels, and homestays from cheap, medium, luxury to luxury resorts to suit your spending. But having come to the famous resort paradise, if you have a lot of money, then the resorts in the middle of the forest will bring a new and more relaxing feeling. A night at the hotel costs about 50 USD, and for the resorts, it is slightly higher, ranging from 100-200 USD.

► Nightclub recommandations: No Màs

Laughing Buddha Bar Round Bar Cafe

► Restaurant recommandations: Balinese Home Cooking Warung Titi Warung Bintangbali

► What we recommend you to do: Go to the secret monkey forest Go to one of the many waterfalls around Ubud

Trek the nearby Mount Batur to see the sunrise

LIFE

IS SHORT AND THE WORLD IS WIDE.

Simon Raven

beginnow!!!

TRAVEL PREPARATIONS

A COMPLETE GUIDE TO SOLO TRAVEL IN BALI

How to make the best of your trip on the Island of the Gods. Bali is a perfect destination for solo travel. It’s easy to get around and meet new inspiring friends. Also, it’s an ideal place for switching off and diving deep into self-introspection and inner exploration.

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in Nusa Dua, this resort offers three types of Balinese style suites and two Four-Suite Villas, a pool and a vast area to stroll around and soak up Bali nature.

1. What kind of accomodation?

On the island there are accommodations for all needs and tastes. Hostels and guesthouses are great places to meet people - most of them have breakfast included and dreamy swimming pools. However, what would really give a local taste to someone’s experience in Bali is to live in a homestay, run by Balinese families. It gives the chance to live in a traditional compound and be welcomed in the daily local life. Most likely, guests are invited to traditional ceremonies in the temple of the local village: the best way to dive deep into the timeless Balinese culture and spirituality. It will definitely set the tone of a solo travel experience.

Alternatively, if thinking of a pampering and full relaxing holiday, Bali hosts some of the most luxurious hotels in the world, perched in between the lush tropical jungle or overlooking jaw-dropping beaches, like the REVIVO Wellness Resort. Surrounded by dense Rainforest

Another option, quite easy to find, is to rent a room in a shared villa: perfect for feeling at home on the Island of the Gods and have the chance to meet fellow solo travellers, but in a more quiet environment than a hostel. And if you prefer a mix of all Vision Villa Resort in East Bali coould be the right choice. Filled with elemental themes and Zen-inspired adornments, as well as a healthy beach club, it’s perfect for both meeting fellow travelers, and feeling as one with nature. Bali is one of the main destinations in the world for digital nomads and location independent professionals. There are plenty of coworking spaces on the island and also of coliving spaces, where fellow nomads gather and work together for either a short or long-term period. One of them is Outpost, which has been voted as the best coworking space on Bali for two years in a row by Coworker.com. They have three locations across Bali including a beachside space in Canggu and two in Ubud. So before you go ahead and look for your accommodation we strongly suggest you get familiar with the main DESTINATIONS of Bali first! Each destination in Bali is indeed quite different.

*Tips: The prices mentioned are the low season rates, and they exclude tax and service charges. Accommodation rates often change with room availability, and low or high seasons. We recommend double checking for the final prices before confirming your booking.

2. How to move around in Bali?

Transportation in Bali comes in plenty of flavors, some more tourist-friendly than the others. If you’re not relying on your hotel to get you around because it’s not that there’s anything wrong with that you can get around town on foot, on rented bike or motorbike, or via Bemo. If you’re seeking to go between towns, you can catch a ride on a public Bemo (bus), a private Bemo, a taxi, a car/ driver rental package, or rent a car to drive. Due to its large and spottilyregulated tourist industry, Bali hosts an endless number of short- and longdistance transport entrepreneurs, each jostling to get your business. Some of them are honest brokers; some are not.

Moreover, most accommodations have a paid airport shuttle service. It’s highly recommended to get the WhatsApp number of the driver before departing to be able to communicate when being at the airport - there’s free wifi. After that, it’s convenient to rent a scooter to get around since the roads can get busy and it’s easier to move around by motorbike than by car. Cycling is also an option, but only for short routes outside the busiest spots: Bali has steep hills and the weather is hot...a scooter is a much more comfortable choice and always brings that sense of freedom when feeling the wind touching the face.

3. What to do when solo travelling in Bali?

It depends if someone prefers to stay alone or if someone is keen to meet new friends. No worries though, there’s a vast choice for both moods. The island of Bali, nicknamed the ‘island of the Gods’, is one of the most popular travel destinations among all kinds of travellers. Not just that, Bali is quite budget-friendly too, which makes it perfect for solo female travellers like you and me. And if Bali is your first solo trip, you are in for a treat! It is surrounded by stunning beaches and clear water seas, which are reasons enough to take a break from the city life and spend some quality time in this gorgeous land. Along with the beaches and seas, Bali has

plenty of other things such as waterfalls, markets, caves, and temples, among others for you to explore.

4. What to do when wanting to stay alone during a solo travel?

Well, the best option is to just grab a scooter and go for a ride in the lush countryside or discover wild beaches. The Northern part of the Island is perfect for that. It’s the ideal place to go chasing waterfalls, snorkeling and scuba diving. It’s important to remember who you’re really there for. You are the number one priority on this solo vacation. You are the person in charge and you are the person you’re getting to know on this journey. Make sure to keep your own needs at the forefront throughout the trip and carve out time each day to be alone. Go ahead, have coffee alone, lunch alone, or dinner at a fancy restaurant all by yourself. No phone, no nothing—just you.

5. While for relaxing and embracing that solo inner journey, why not signing up for a silent retreat in the Balinese hills?

If you prefer a more vivid surrounding, the town of Ubud is the perfect for solo travellers willing to experience that ‘urban’ vibe. The Yoga Barn has those every Monday and the Betelnut noodle, satay bar and music lounge offers a vast choice of films and documentaries. An institution when it comes to watching movies is the Paradiso Ubud, the world’s first vegan cinema. It is a cultural center combines a movie theater, live performance space, raw vegan bar, shop and a private event facility.

Don’t mind that Bali has a lot for vegetarians as the major dishes here are made from plantbased ingredients. Let take a trip to travel Bali right now when the COVID 19 pandemic is positively turn into a new page. There are a lot of vegetarian restaurants in Bali which serve tempting and mouth-watering food. Just go for it right now!

TAKE ONLY MEMORIES, LEAVE ONLY FOOTPRINTS. Chief Seattle

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SOLO TRAVEL TIPS

For some people, enjoying a solo trip comes naturally. Others have to work at how to travel alone. Most who do, fall in love with it. Here are a few things you can do to ensure a great solo adventure.

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1. Be flexible

When suggestions or opportunities arise from these chance encounters, be flexible enough to act on them. There are times when flexibility must reign and the schedule should be thrown away.

2. Be flexible

It can be difficult arriving in a new city alone. Take your time. Take a day to relax, watch the city function, and settle in. Read Tips for Solo Travel Confidence.

3. Don’t over-plan

It is only by having extra time in your itinerary that you can spend a little more of it at the market, linger over a coffee at an outdoor café, or take that trip into the mountains you hadn’t considered.

4. Eat locally

There is nothing like exploring the local cuisine. It gives you a new way into your destination’s culture, history, and geography. There is always a reason, historical or geographic, for a specific cuisine that can be explored through your taste buds and your mind.

5. Learn to chat with strangers

Starting conversations with strangers can be a challenge, especially when you’re an introvert like I am. However, these conversations can be trip-changing, if not life-changing. There are many skills that can be developed for this and, what I have certainly found, is that you are never too old to learn them.

6. Visualize the trip you want

Start thinking about the opportunities that are present when you travel alone long before you leave. Is it down time you really want? Build that into the plan. Are you after a creative travel experience? Research the opportunities before you go and then dream on them until you get there.

7. Shop where the locals shop.

Are you into home renovations? Then a hardware store in another country could be quite interesting. Are you a foodie? Go to the grocery store or the street where all the specialty vendors are located. Are you into fashion or interior decorating? Again, explore (you don’t have to buy) where the locals shop.

8. Know which way is up.

Study a map of your destination. Get to know it. Get a sense of direction using major landmarks like Central Park in New York City or the CN Tower in Toronto. This will help you explore cities happily, with greater confidence. Read How to Navigate a New City Solo.

9. Find people who share your passion.

Whether it’s chess or poetry or badminton or books, there will be hubs or groups that share your passion at your destination. Google search or find them on meetup. com. What a great way to combine your love of travel with your love of other things.

10. Take day tours and classes.

When you punctuate your independent trip with city tours, cooking classes and the like, you create ways to better experience your destination and spend some social time.

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► Introducing tourist attractions, culture and cuisine when traveling in Bali for young people.

► Provides a way to plan and prepare when traveling in Bali.

► Important and must-know information for every solo traveler.

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