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KECAK – a German Dance in Bali

Posted on2023-04-032024-10-31AuthorRenata39 Comments

Have you ever heard of Kecak, the famous fire and trance dance on the island of Bali – and did you know that it was a German invention?

Kecak Dancers at the Pura Luhur Uluwatu in the south of Bali.

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BALI – Indonesia ‘s Island of Gods

Posted on2021-04-272023-01-27AuthorRenata Green41 Comments

Bali, Indonesia ‘s island of Gods, is a mystical place. Temples, mountains, and beaches make a trip to Bali a journey into a magical world.

Dancers in Ubud on Bali, Indonesia 's Island of Gods — Balinese Dancers – the epitome of beauty and grace.

Still, although Bali is safe and easy to travel, its infrastructure is not always convenient for solo-travellers.

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How (not) to behave in BALI

Posted on2021-04-102022-12-28AuthorRenata13 Comments

Preparing for your trip, you want to know how to behave in Bali? Look no further since, in this post, I’m preparing you for some culture clashes you should avoid on the so-called Island of Gods.

Lady placing an offering bowl at a temple. — Bali is a very traditional country – with a couple of rules you should follow, too.

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LOMBOK – Bali ‘s serene alternative

Posted on2021-03-242023-01-22AuthorRenata Green11 Comments

Bali is just mesmerizing, no question – yet, as it gets very busy, its eastern neighbor, the island of Lombok, becomes a valid and serene alternative.

children on lombok, bali's serene alternative — Rural Lombok with the iconic Mount Rinjani in the backdrop.

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TRAWANGAN, MENO, or AIR – which island is for you?

Posted on2021-03-202022-11-09AuthorRenata Green36 Comments

While Gili Trawangan is rather for the party people, romantics’n’roamers find peace and quiet on the secluded islands Gili Meno and Air – but see for yourself which island is for you.

Beach on Gili Meno, located between the island of Trawangan and Gili Air. — All three Gilis pamper you with white sand, turquoise waters, and a million-dollar-view.

And if you can’t decide, don’t worry: They are so close and well-connected that you can visit all three even in just one day.

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PADANG BAI – Gateway to Bali’s Treasures

Posted on2021-03-172022-11-09AuthorRenata Green27 Comments

Padang Bai is not only the harbor to the Gilis between Bali and Lombok, but it is also the closest gateway to some of Bali’s greatest treasures.

Candi Dasa, east of PADANG BAI - Gateway to Bali's Treasures — Iconic lotus lagoon of Candi Dasa, just east of Padang Bai.

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LOVINA BEACH – Bali’s Quiet Escape

Posted on2021-03-142022-11-09AuthorRenata Green29 Comments

If you are looking for long beaches, mesmerizing temples, and some serenity, you’ll find all this – and more – at Lovina Beach, Bali’s quiet escape on the north coast.

Lovina on Bali, Indonesia 's Island of Gods — The elephant in the room: Since the 14th century, this Ganesh made from white stone is overlooking the sea.

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UBUD – culture, tradition, and some monkey business

Posted on2021-03-102023-03-10AuthorRenata Green14 Comments

Ubud, in many ways the center of Bali, welcomes visitors with great culture, some fascinating tradition – and even some monkey business.

Men in Ubud on Bali, Indonesia 's Island of Gods — Helpers are waiting for the cremation ceremony of Tjokorda Ngurah Wim Sukawati’s body to begin.

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LEGIAN BEACH – Surf Your Turf

Posted on2021-03-062023-03-10AuthorRenata Green18 Comments

Just a stone-throw north of the infamous tourist hotspot Kuta, Legian Beach offers many chilled beach bars, overwhelming sunsets, and the most scenic spot to surf.

Beach of Legian on Bali, Indonesia 's Island of Gods — Time for a sundowner on Legian beach.

So let your hair down and let it fly in the soft breeze blowing from the Indian Ocean.

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