The Unforgettable Beautiful Island of the Gods Bali

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By Aris Budianto

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Kuta, Bali -
Kuta, Bali, Indonesia
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Most visited beach

Jimbaran, Bali -
Jimbaran, Kuta, Indonesia
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There are many seafood restaurants here

Legian, Bali -
Legian, Kuta, Indonesia
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Ngurah Rai International Airport, Denpasar, Bali -
Ngurah Rai (DPS), Kuta, Indonesia
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Denpasar, Bali -
Denpasar, Indonesia
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The Capital of Bali

Seminyak, Bali -
Seminyak, Kuta, Indonesia
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Bali Beaches

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The endless ocean waves, fresh sea breeze blowing accompany when you walk along the beach, lying on the lounge chair, basking at noon on mats or just sit back under the trees accompanied by tattoo makers who adorn your beautiful body and your sturdy arms. That was part of activities you can do if you visit and spend your vacation destination on the island of Bali, Island of Gods, one of the most popular vacation destination located at the tip of the island of Java, one of the provinces in Indonesia.

The name Bali has been known for a long time by foreign tourists, the simplicity and the friendly people of Bali, traditional ceremonies, culture on the island of Bali and of course the natural beauty of Bali island with beautiful beaches like the beaches on the island of Nias and Bangka Island is the main attraction to tourists who regularly visit the island of Bali.

Once you arrive at Ngurah Rai Airport, Denpasar, the capital of Bali province you will be offered a variety of facilities such as five-star rated hotels, transportations, famous restaurants, cruises and many other interesting vacation destinations and can be sure you will enjoy it and for those who have visited will miss and come back to greet the island of Bali. Vacation destinations that can be found on the island of Bali are:

  • You can relax and spend your time by walking along the beaches from the Kuta beach to Seminyak beach and that means you've passed the village of Legian. Legian, located between Kuta beach and Seminyak beach, also called the main street of Kuta beach is the most visited by foreign tourists, here you can find everything such as hotels, restaurants, dance clubs, art market, where many shops that sell accessories Bali Island (the clothes, keychains, unique sculptures, etc) and many more. If by chance you are staying in a hotel overlooking the beach, you can enjoy the beautiful beach at the hotel or play beach volleyball or surfing.
  • In Bali you can see the view of sunrise and sunset in two different places because of its location facing east at Sanur beach you can see what a beautiful sunrise and will feel the greatness of God. For those who like snorkeling, here is the place there is also a traditional market and art market that sells a wide range of Balinese goods.
  • To watch the sunset scene in the afternoon, Tanah Lot is the place, the sunset view here is extremely beautiful. Historically there are two temples at Tanah Lot which is a historical relic of Hinduism Kingdom, the Uluwatu temple and the Tanah Lot temple.
  • Jimbaran is famous for its seafood restaurants along the beach, here you can enjoy the beach while dinner.
  • Lovina beach, The black and beautiful volcanic sand beaches. In this beach you can find the preservation of coral reefs, snorkeling and diving is very cool here. If you use a motor boat to the high sea, you will be surrounded by tens to hundreds of dolphins that will accompany you.
  • For those of you who want to try a cruise, you will also enjoy the atmosphere of the sea while diving or play banana boat which had a single package if you want a cruise.

Still lots of vacation destinations you can visit such as Ubud, Bedugul, Kintamani, MountAgung, Nusa Dua and others. You need quite a long time if you really want to enjoy all the tourist destinations in Bali.

Most visitors will arrive at the Ngurah Rai International Airport (Denpasar International Airport) is located between Kuta and Jimbaran, about 30 minutes from Denpasar which is the third busiest international airport after Jakarta and Surabaya.

If you are from abroad, there are direct flights from Australia, Hong Kong, Tokyo (Japan), Incheon (Seoul, South Korea), Taipei (Taiwan), Doha (Qatar), Amsterdam (direct, with a stop in Singapore) or South East Asia ( Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia), Singapore, Bangkok (Thailand), if not, from your country to Indonesia will arrive at the Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, Jakarta, Indonesia and then from Jakarta to Bali and domestic from Jakarta, Surabaya, Bandung, etc.

If you are from overseas, most of the State is required to purchase a Visa on Arrival (VOA) for US $ 25 for 30 days can be extended once to up 60 days. If flying out of Bali you will be charged a departure tax, payable in cash in Rupiah (Rp) only, (US $ 1 approximately Rp 9.000). For international departure tax Rp 150,000 (US $17) and domestic departure Rp. 40,000 (US $4.5) Credit cards accepted in Bali for most transactions, ATMs which accept Cirrus and Plus Cards for withdrawals are available in the area of the departure and arrival area at the airport.

To adjust the budget when you arrive at Ngurah Rai Airport, taxi fares go to your main destination are to Kuta Rp.50,000 (US $ 5.5), Tuban Rp.35,000 ($ 4), Legian Rp.55,000 ($ 6), Seminyak Rp.60,000 - Rp.70,000 ($ 7 - $ 8), Jimbaran Rp.60,000-Rp .80,000 ($ 7 - $ 9), Denpasar Rp.70,000-Rp.100,000 ($ 8 - $ 11), Sanur Rp.90,000 ($ 10), Nusa Dua Rp.95,000 -Rp.110,000 ($ 11 - $ 12), Ubud Rp.105,000-Rp.195,000 ($ 12 - $ 22), Padang Bai Rp.365,000 ($ 41), Candidasa 385,000 ($ 43), Amed Rp.400,000 ($ 45), Lovina Rp.400,000-Rp .450,000 ($ 45 - $ 50).

The hotel rates depending on what hotel you stay, ranging from Rp 500,000-Rp 2,500,000 (U.S. $ 55 - $ 280) per day and the latter is of course to the five star rated hotels, if you want to economize, you can stay in a cheap rated hotels Rp 250,000-Rp 500,000 (US $ 28 - $ 55) are widely available in Bali. For day trips you can rent a minibus which cost Rp 250,000-Rp 400,000 (US $ 28 - $ 45) per day for one family or more, beginning at 9 am until 5 pm that will take you wherever you want.

If you want to take a cruise ship there are several cruise ship companies and they are ready to take you to the Island of Penida and the rate of approximately Rp 600,000 (US $ 70) per person.

If by chance you run out of Rupiah money and only the remaining Dollar money or other currency you can exchange your currency into Rupiah at any time you want to because a lot of “Money Changer” which may serve you along the streets in Bali, especially in areas which were visited by many tourists outside Indonesia.

Welcome to Bali.

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Freya Cesare profile image

Freya Cesare Level 4 Commenter 20 months ago

Ah, Bali! Great place to visit indeed. And it is really informative. You even added the cost too, so others can calculate the expense. Great job!

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Aris Budianto Hub Author 20 months ago

Thanks Freya, nice for your stopping by

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Minnetonka Twin Level 7 Commenter 20 months ago

It has always been a dream of mine to travel to Bali, island of the Gods. I am not a very good air traveler so unfortunatley it will have to be in my day dreams. I can see myself lying under that shaded tree with a sweet island drink. No tatoos though, hee hee. Great job on all the information here. thx :)

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Aris Budianto Hub Author 20 months ago

Thanks Minne, hope you allow me to call you that name.

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triosol 20 months ago

Great Hub. very informative. You have added prices. Great Idea. voted up

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Aris Budianto Hub Author 19 months ago

Thanks Triosol, Hope you like, great support.

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GmaGoldie Level 7 Commenter 18 months ago

Aris Budianto,

What a wonderful Hub and a place I now wish to visit. Thank you!

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Aris Budianto Hub Author 18 months ago

Thanks for stopping by, GmaGoldie. Bali is great place to visit.

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Om Paramapoonya Level 6 Commenter 15 months ago

Very beautiful indeed. Bali is on my list of must-visit places. Thanks for sharing these awesome pics and useful info. :)

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Aris Budianto Hub Author 15 months ago

Thank you, Om Paramapoonya, glad for stopping by and your comment.

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