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Bali named again number 1 travel destination in Asia by Tripadvisor

Bali wins the 2019 Asia top destination award, ahead of Phuket and Siem Reap.

Packing list for your trip to Bali

Bali is a wonderful destination. Whether you plan to go to Bali for a beach holiday or rather to explore the island and to visit temples, rice paddies, mountains or jungles, there are a couple of things that you should always bring.

Metatah, traditional Balinese tooth-filing ceremony

Tooth-filing or metatah is an important Hindu Balinese rite of passage. This very important ceremony is performed for Hindu Balinese when they come of age

Why does the Bali statue wear black and white checkered clothes?

Everywhere in Bali you will see the black and white checkered textile. Near temples you will see it being used as decoration, for umbrellas and as sarong. You also find it wrapped around statues, tree trunks, rocks or shrines. Why is this and what does it mean?
Barong dance at Villa Bossi

Barong dance - unique part of Balinese culture

Barong animal dance is one of the native Balinese dances. It is the well known dance of Balinese culture that finds its origin in the Balinese mythology.
Bali Lovina Villa Bossi Bali

Bali named number 1 travel destination in Asia by Tripadvisor

Bali wins the 2018 Asia top destination award for the 3rd consecutive time, ahead of Phuket and Hanoi

10 delicious tropical fruits to try in Bali!

Bali is a real paradise for fruit lovers. Due to its location near the equator, its volcanic highlands and fertile plains, many different species of fruit can be found on the island. While in Bali, you should try and taste as many fruits as you can. Here is my list of 10 tropical fruits you really need to try.

2 new restaurants discovered in Lovina, North Bali

During my last stay in North Bali in January 2018, I discovered 2 new restaurants. I absolutely loved both as they breathe a real Balinese atmosphere and offer excellent dishes and service.

Playing golf in Bali

The nice climate makes Bali a golfers paradise. Bali hosts 3 world-class standard International Golf courses. In addition, 2 national standard golf courses can be played.

5 great Balinese dishes you should try!

Balinese food is absolutely great! It is full of spices and healthy local products. While in Bali there are a couple of dishes that you should try:
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5 North Bali restaurants offering fine international cuisine

Apart from the local 'Warung' where excellent local food is served, North Bali has some great international restaurants that deserve a visit.
Villa Bossi in Bali celebrates 10th anniversary

Villa Bossi celebrates 10th anniversary

Last night, our team celebrated the 10th anniversary of Villa Bossi in Bali. A very special thank you to ...

Qatar Airways and Emirates to operate additional flights to Bali

Early July 2017, both Qatar Airways and Emirates will add one additional flight per day to Bali.
Munduk rice paddies

Bali named number 1 travel destination by TripAdvisor

"Bali is a living postcard, an Indonesian paradise that feels like a fantasy", TripAdvisor's Travelers' Choice Awards, March 2017.
Nyepi Bali Day of Silence

Nyepi - Bali's Day of Silence

Celebrating the silence, but first the purification, then the celebrations. Take a little time to reflect this Nyepi, no matter where you are.