Tag Archives: Balinese culture
Taman Ujung Water Palace Posted by sasha on Jul 6, 2017
East Bali is home to a couple of gorgeous water palaces. We’ve already explored Tirta Gangga, with its pools full of sacred water and its lotus-shaped fountain. Next up is a visit to Ujung Water Palace, known to locals as either Taman Ujung or Taman Sukasada. It’s located just a few kilometers from the town…
Tirta Gangga Video Tour Posted by sasha on Jun 22, 2017
When traveling on Bali’s east coast in towns like Amed or Candidasa, you won’t want to miss the beautiful water palaces. Explore the Tirta Gangga water palace with us in this short video and start planning your trip!
Tirta Gangga Water Palace Posted by sasha on Jun 14, 2017
Bali is famous for its stunning beaches and terraced rice paddies, but did you know that the island is also home to a few incredible water palaces? Skip the crowds in the southern beach towns in Ubud and escape to the island’s east coast to explore a few of these beautiful places. First up is…
Streets, Beats & Eats – Sanur Posted by sasha on Apr 10, 2017
Sanur is a chilled out beach town in the southeast part of Bali. While it attracts tourists, Sanur remains a sleepy Balinese fishing town at its core. With its nice long beach, great restaurants, markets, hotels, and bars, it’s the perfect spot to enjoy a trip to Bali. Check out all that Sanur has to offer in…
A Video Guide to Nyepi Posted by sasha on Mar 27, 2017
Tomorrow is Nyepi, the Balinese New Year. It’s also known as the Day of Silence, because the entire island shuts down. It’s a day of fasting, meditating, and reflecting. No cars are on the road, no businesses are open, and even the airport is closed. In the lead-up to the holiday, there’s a lot going…
Sanur Video Tour Posted by sasha on Mar 22, 2017
Sanur is a traditional Balinese town and a popular beach vacation spot all rolled into one. Although it often gets derided as “Snore,” there’s actually a lot to do here. From cycling tours, to an abandoned theme park, to cool weekend markets, check out 10 things to do in Sanur in this short video.
Sanur – A Classic Bali Town Posted by sasha on Mar 20, 2017
When tourists come to Bali, most head for the happening areas of Kuta, Seminyak, or Ubud. Chasing waves or hitting trendy clubs on the island’s west coast or practicing yoga surrounded by rice fields are definitely the most popular activities. Those looking for a more laid-back trip to the Island of the Gods in a…