#Ubud flower market

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Flowers of Bali

The beautiful Ubud Flower Market one morning after a thunderstorm.

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Capturing the Colors of Bali: Tips for Photographers 👉 https://bysumex.com/capturing-the-colors-of-bali-tips-for-photographers/

Bali, known for its stunning landscapes, vibrant culture, and serene beaches, is a dream destination for photographers. To capture the best colors of this beautiful island, follow these tips:

1. Chase the Golden Hours

Where to Shoot: Mount Batur, Sanur Beach, Tanah Lot Temple

Tips: Shoot during sunrise and sunset for the best light. The soft, golden hues during these times make the landscapes look magical. Use a tripod to keep your shots steady and experiment with long exposures to capture the movement of clouds and water.

2. Immerse in Lush Greenery

Where to Shoot: Tegallalang Rice Terraces, Jatiluwih Rice Terraces

Tips: The rice terraces are best photographed in the early morning or late afternoon when the light enhances the lush green fields. Use a polarizing filter to reduce glare and make the greens more vibrant.

3. Explore Vibrant Markets

Where to Shoot: Ubud Market, Sukawati Art Market

Tips: Markets are alive with color, from fresh produce to traditional textiles. Visit in the morning for the best light and activity. Capture close-up shots to highlight the details and use a fast lens to deal with low light conditions inside the market.

4. Capture the Blues of the Ocean

Where to Shoot: Nusa Dua, Kuta Beach, Padang Padang Beach

Tips: For stunning beach shots, shoot during the early morning or late afternoon when the light is softer. A neutral density (ND) filter can help manage bright light and allow for long exposures to capture the motion of the waves.

5. Document Traditional Ceremonies

Where to Shoot: Uluwatu Temple, Besakih Temple

Tips: Balinese ceremonies are rich in color and culture. Always be respectful and ask for permission before photographing people. Use a telephoto lens to capture the intricate details from a distance, and be mindful of the lighting to avoid harsh shadows.

6. Discover Exotic Flora and Fauna

Where to Shoot: Bali Botanical Garden, Ubud Monkey Forest

Tips: Early morning light is ideal for photographing flowers and wildlife. Use a macro lens to capture the details of Bali’s unique flora and fauna. Patience is key when waiting for the perfect shot of wildlife.

Gear and Settings:

Lenses: Wide-angle for landscapes, telephoto for distant subjects, macro for close-ups.

Filters: Polarizing filter to enhance skies and foliage, ND filter for long exposures.

Camera Settings: Shoot in RAW for more flexibility in post-processing. Use a low ISO for better quality, and adjust the aperture to control depth of field.

Post-Processing Tips:

Enhance Vibrancy: Slightly increase the vibrance and saturation to make the colors pop.

Adjust White Balance: Correct the white balance to reflect the true colors of the scene.

Local Adjustments: Use local adjustments to highlight specific areas without over-saturating the entire image.

Bali offers endless opportunities for stunning photography. Whether you’re capturing the golden beaches, the vibrant markets, or the lush landscapes, these tips will help you make the most of your photographic journey. Share your Bali photos and tips below!

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How to create your own DIY yoga retreat in Bali?

A yoga retreat is a worthwhile experience for many. It not only rejuvenates your senses, relieves you of all the stress and anxiety but also cultivates mindfulness. These days, something called the “DIY yoga retreat in Bali” is getting popular. Well, creating one can be a wonderful and fulfilling experience. Do you wish to know more about it? Go through this wonderfully-written and comprehensive blog by Inner Yoga Training on the same. 

A sneak-peek into DIY Yoga Retreat in Bali

Frankly speaking, such a DIY session can show you some really cool places for inner growth and development. It’s insightful. In order to kickstart such a session, one has to do the following:

Setting Intentions

First things first, determine the purpose and goals of your Bali retreat yoga. Answer some questions - Are you looking to deepen your yoga practice, relax and rejuvenate, or explore Bali's spiritual and cultural offerings? Hence, clarifying your intentions will guide your retreat planning to a great extent.

Planning Your Daily Schedule.

Create a schedule that balances yoga practice, meditation, relaxation, excursions, and free time. Decide how many yoga sessions you would like to have each day, and allocate time for meals, rest, and exploration of Bali's attractions. Be flexible and allow for spontaneity while also ensuring a structured and rejuvenating experience. Bali offers a plethora of activities to complement your yoga practice. Research local cultural sites, temples, natural attractions, or spiritual experiences that align with your retreat goals. Consider arranging group excursions or optional activities to explore the beauty and spirituality of Bali.

How about having a Nice Gathering?

Invite friends, family, or fellow yoga enthusiasts to join your yoga retreat Ubud. Share your vision and itinerary with them, and encourage them to join you on this unique experience. Determine the maximum number of participants based on the accommodations and resources available.

Look for a Place where you can Find a Comfortable Stay.

Book accommodations that can accommodate your group comfortably. Consider whether you prefer a single retreat center to host all participants or multiple accommodations in the same area. Arrange transportation to and from the airport, as well as any other transportation needed during the retreat.

Creating a Nurturing Environment.

Decorate your retreat in Bali space with candles, flowers, and elements of nature to create a peaceful and serene atmosphere. Set up a dedicated yoga space that allows for focused practice and meditation. Consider incorporating daily rituals or ceremonies to deepen the spiritual experience.

Nourishing Your Body.

Explore Bali's vibrant culinary scene by arranging nutritious meals that cater to dietary preferences and restrictions. Connect with local organic farms or restaurants that offer healthy and delicious options. Consider including a cooking class or a visit to local markets to immerse yourself in Balinese cuisine. It’s important to look out for other people’s health too. You can encourage participants to take time for self-reflection, journaling, or simply enjoying moments of stillness. Offer spa treatments, massages, or holistic therapies as optional activities to enhance relaxation and rejuvenation.

Bali offers a wide range of beautiful locations for your retreat. It is advisable to consider whether you prefer a beachfront setting, a tranquil mountain, or a serene jungle sanctuary. So, look out for what aligns with your preferences and budget. Remember, creating your own DIY yoga retreat in Bali allows for customization and flexibility. Embrace the opportunity to design something that resonates with your personal preferences and goals. Don’t be too hard on yourself. Just enjoy the process of planning and immersing yourself in the beauty and spirituality of Bali. 

Looking for some professional assistance? Reach out to us at https://azadiretreat.com/ now to have a worthwhile experience at the best yoga retreat in Bali.

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@asikicollection - On the market of Ubud the flower seller

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Our ‘Eat, Pray, Love’ Escapade to Ubud,Bali

Bali is no stranger to me. Having traveled to Bali several times before, I chose Ubud all over again.

Ubud’s charm is something that I find very hard to resist. Imagine getting off your airport transfer and transporting yourself to a place surrounded by paddy fields, watching women clad in beautiful lace tops paired with sarong skirts gracefully walking down the streets with a basket balanced on their head, men riding leisurely on bicycles, shops selling garments line the streets on both sides and shop owners starting their day with their morning ritual of prayers and offering to God by placing a tiny basket weaved using leaves containing some sweets, flowers and incense stick line our pathway. It’s impossible to not feel your soul thanking you for this experience!

You’ll be spoilt for choice when it comes to accommodation options in Ubud - there is something for every type of traveler.

I am very picky with what I want so I usually end up compromising on one or two aspects of things BUT this time round, we picked a perfect spot - 11 on Kajeng!

When it comes to booking of accommodation, I practice the triangulation method - that is to verify the reviews and photos at least from three different sources. I start of by searching for places to stay via Booking.com and then I check reviews on both Booking.com and TripAdvisor. My third place of reference will be Instagram where I search for traveler’s posts and their stories. I think I pondered on this villa for about three weeks before I decided to click “Book”. Upon booking, I received an immediate confirmation from Mertha, their manager who didn’t send me a standard template but a very personalized email on the info I needed. You know you are in good hands when you experience service of this standard even before you’ve landed at your holiday destination!

If you’re looking for a place to stay in Ubud that is gecko-free, this is the place you should book immediately! We didn’t get the usual paddy-field view that I always enjoyed on my yearly trips to Bali but having an “outdoor” shower without having to look around for leaping geckos is what I enjoyed most! Can you already tell the bathroom is my most favorite place at the villa?! Oh, wait till you hear my other favorite experience... THE FOOD! We, Singaporeans, live to eat!

This is the typical breakfast we had during our stay at the villa. You get a choice of Balinese Nasi Goreng (fried rice), Western which is typical eggs your style with toast or French basically pastries served with butter and jam. This was ok but you got to save some stomach space for the ultimate...

their complimentary Balinese High Tea Set served by the pool every day 3-5pm! This was worth every calorie! Decadent kueh dadar filled with moist grated coconut cooked in gula and mashed bananas. Each bite will leave you craving for more. We polished the entire platter in no time - Bagus!

If you don’t fancy anything the villa has to offer, install the GoJek app on your phone and order away! A Bebek Panggang is always a good idea.

After a dip in the pool and filling your tummies with some seriously good (sweet) treats, a walk out to Ubud Centre will be ideal. We took a slow walk down the street and we reached the main road in no time. There are plenty to see and chat while you stroll out. We spotted a pair of American women making their own sunscreen lotion using natural products in a quaint little shop and we were also swamped by shop owners to buy one or two of their batik garments to give them “some good luck”. Trust me, you’ll hear this all the time. 

Ubud Market is my most favorite place to visit at Ubud Center. You can find all sorts of things here and it’s also a place you can slash the price to just 1/10th. Don’t need to be an expert to succeed in this ;)

After a stopover at the market, I suggest you just walk as far as your legs can carry you. The sight, sound and food will be worth every drop of perspiration trickling down your back.

Just before heading back to our villa, we walked into Pura Taman Saraswati, also known as the Ubud Water Palace, a Balinese Hindu temple dedicated to the goddess Sarasvati. Pura Taman Saraswati is notable for its lotus pond.

Ubud is very very instagrammable!

We were done with all the walking and eating and were very much looking forward to our mind-body-soul cleansing activity for the following day.

Pura Tirta Empul has always been another one of my favorite places to visit in Ubud. Not just Julia Roberts, Elizabeth Gilbert or the movie made me feel this way but you’ve to be there to understand how one feels after the holy bath. This visit was extra special as we were there on a full moon day which is considered a very auspicious day for Hindus all over the world. Not to mention very very very crowded but this made a good time for me to capture some really beautiful shots of people seeking diving intervention.

We booked our entire day via Klook as I was too lazy to do any planning. An important note here is that the temple stated in this package is not for Tirta Empul. I had to make a special request at no extra charge. Our guide, Made, brought along all the offerings required for the ritual prior to the holy bath and encouraged us to start by meditating. He would also highlight believing this cleansing is going to do you good is important else he suggested opting out of the holy bath.

We moved on to get our palms read by a healer. Nothing much to shout about here so not going to provide any details.

Our last part of the day trip was to Tegalalang Rice Terrace. Super touristy place but if you are wanting to do the Bali Swing and other Instragram worthy stuff, you’ll love this place. I simply loved walking abouts the greenery and people-watching especially those young ones doing all the antics this place has to offer.

Our last day at Bali was spent celebrating H’s 39th birthday and this was the real purpose of our trip ;)

I googled for ‘romantic restaurants in Ubud’ and chanced upon Bridges. I did a reservation via Chope and left a note requesting for a nice table. They replied me very promptly and gave us a table with a great view and also arranged for a birthday sweet treat platter to be served after our Indonesian Rijsttafel.

After a fabulous 4D/3N stay at Ubud, we were ready to head home and to our routine so that we can earn more moolah and return back to this paradise that always leaves us longing for more!

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How To Harness The Power Of Visualization In Your Spells

BY JULIE HOPKINS

Visualization is the practice of using your mind to affect your physical world by imagining yourself in ideal situations or performing skills you want to get good at. Basically, it’s a super-focused form of daydreaming. A lot of times, we do it without even thinking about it.

When you’re driving to work and you start thinking about that order of cheesy mozzarella sticks you’re going to share with your friend later that night, you’re using visualization. Or say, for instance, you’re researching a new car purchase and imagining what it would feel like to drive up the California coast in a Mustang convertible, that’s using visualization too.

There are two types of visualization, outcome-based visualization and process-based visualization. Both can be effective for use with your magic.

Outcome-based visualization is popular in personal development circles. It’s when you create a detailed scene in your mind of yourself after you’ve achieved your goal. For example, if your goal is a trip to Bali, you could imagine yourself strolling through the Ubud market, holding a basket of fresh fruit, feeling the sun on your bare shoulders.

Process-based visualization is popular with athletes, among other high-performing individuals. Pro golfers Tiger Woods and Jack Nicklaus used visualization before matches. Nicklaus invested a lot of time imagining himself playing every hole, hitting each ball perfectly. Visualization exercises were also part of basketball players Michael Jordan and Larry Bird’s workout regiment. You can read more about that here and here.

A process-based visualization for your trip to Bali would be if you imagined yourself packing your favorite sandals into your suitcase, driving to the airport, and getting on the plane. You could end your visualization with you stepping out of the Denpasar airport and smelling the sweet, exotic scent of Balinese flowers.

Why Science Says it Works

The science behind this is fascinating, though that’s not what this article is about. So here’s the super-condensed version.

When you visualize an experience in detail getting your emotions and senses in on the action, the neurons in your brain react as if your visualization is actually happening. Essentially, your brain doesn’t differentiate between a real experience and an experience you create in your mind. When you practice visualization you forge new neural paths in your brain, priming your mind and body for the experience to actually happen in your life. Read more about that here and here.

Why Visualization is Perfect for Magic1. Visualization allows you to believe that the goals you have for yourself are possible.

Magic depends A LOT on the intention you put into the spell and the mindset you’re in when you’re performing it. If you don’t actually believe the thing you’re going for is possible for you, it will not happen. Period.

That’s where visualization comes in. If you spend some time visualizing before or during your spell, you’re aligning your beliefs about yourself with your goal. If you see yourself in your mind’s eye hiking up a volcano in Bali, you’re much more likely to believe it will actually happen.

2. Visualization puts your focus on what you want, not what you don’t have.

Again, your magic is powered by your intention. If you really want something, it’s easy to get stuck in the overpowering knowledge that you don’t have the thing you want.

When there’s two feet of snow outside and you’re digging your car out of a big, fluffy drift, you might think you’re sending out the thought that you want to be exploring a hot, steamy Balinese jungle. If you’re spending most of your time focusing how cold you are now though, you’re putting the intention and feeling of “cold” into your magic. Since you’re powering your spell with what you don’t want, your spell will probably work—by bringing you more snow.

Instead, if you spend a few minutes visualizing, immersing yourself with thoughts of your Bali trip, you can be sure that you’re setting a strong, accurate intention for your spell.

3. Visualization helps you get clear on what exactly you want.

You know the saying, “be careful what you wish for”? I’ve so been there. A while back, I wanted nothing more than to make a full-time income working remotely. Then, when I finally got hired by a company that offered me just that, I found I was miserable. I ended up working around the clock and feeling overwhelmed for months. Had I been more clear about what I wanted when performing my job spells, I could have specified that I wanted to make money remotely while living a balanced life instead of the vague intention of making money online.

Magic is a powerful tool and if you don’t get clear about what exactly you want from the spell, you could end up with some interesting outcomes.

Practice visualizing in detail what you want out of your spell or ritual. Allow your desired outcome to play in your mind like a scene from a movie. If there are parts that you’re glossing over (like what the rest of your life will look like after you score that “dream job”), dig into that and make edits until you’ve created the perfect vision to power your magic.

4. Visualization sheds light on resistance that might be holding you back.

Visualization is a super fast way to connect with your deepest, more private, beliefs about yourself. Think of it as a way to “hack into” your subconscious, and pinpoint the limiting thoughts you have about yourself.

For example, you could be visualizing your trip to Bali, and suddenly, a negative thought flits through your mind.

“Do I deserve to spend that much money on a vacation for myself?” or “My boss will think I’m so flaky if I take off work to go on this trip.”

Uncovering and acknowledging those thoughts is the first step to getting rid of them and changing your mindset in a big way. Note any negative thoughts that come up in your visualization and take them apart.

For example, if your thought is, “My boss will think I’m so flaky if I take off work to go on this trip.”  ask yourself if that’s actually true. Would she really think you’re flaky? Do you have a history of missing deadlines or showing up late? Do you call in sick a lot?

If the answer is no, then your boss thinking you’re flaky is probably not something to worry about.

If you’re still worried, you can think up some ways to make sure your work will be covered while you’re gone. Are there things to delegate to others? Would having a conversation with your boss resolve the issue? Can you finish your projects before you leave?

I know it’s a lot of work to sift through all your beliefs, but with the help of visualization, you can identify them quickly without the stress of actually being in that situation. Once you get rid of those negative thoughts, you clear the way for all your magical spells and rituals to manifest.

5. Visualization supercharges your spell with raw emotion.

When you’re really focused on a goal and you imagine it unfolding moment by moment, strong emotions are bound to show up. Joy, contentment, and giddiness are some of the emotions I’ve felt during visualizations, and spells I perform while I’m feeling that potent, glowy energy are supercharged. Emotion fuels magic, so get yourself feeling great and see the results in your magic.

4 Tips to 10x your Spells and Rituals with Visualization

Be Specific

When you’re using visualization in your spell work, pick a specific moment you’d like to manifest in your life. Being vague won’t do it. You have to get down the nitty gritty of the vision you’re creating with your spell. Make sure you’re visualizing yourself in a specific place, doing a specific activity, with specific people. Notice how the “you” in your vision reacts to things, such as opening up that college acceptance letter or seeing your checking account balance on your online banking app. The more detailed you are, the clearer your intention.

Use All Your Senses

Get all of your senses involved to make your vision feel as real as possible. What does the air feel like against your skin? What does it smell like? What do you see? Is it a bright afternoon or a colorful sunset? Can you taste anything? What can you hear? Music? Laughter? The sound of crashing waves? There’s no such thing as too much detail here!

Get Emotional

Allow yourself to feel your emotions that will come up when you’re really present in your vision. Let those feelings flow through your body and mind like a stream of water pouring from a faucet. Don’t hold onto any emotions during your visualization or push them away. Just let them move through you organically and know they’re going to strengthen your magic.

Practice, Practice, Practice

If you try visualization during your spell, but you just can’t seem to focus, that’s ok! Don’t beat yourself up about it. Simply guide your mind back to your vision. Everyone gets distracted sometimes, but the more you do it, the better you’ll become. A good way to ease into this is to pick an amount of time you know you can do, like one minute. Then set a timer and start visualizing. Once you feel comfortable with one minute, try two and so on. You don’t have to visualize for a long time for it to be effective. Three to five minutes is plenty.

If this feels tedious at any point, it’s time to stop. Visualization should feel fun and joyful. If it doesn’t, it won’t have a positive effect on your spell.

My Favorite Visualization Spells and Rituals

I like “charge” my spell candles with my vision. I sit in a comfortable position and set a timer on my phone for three to five minutes. With my eyes closed, I hold the candle and start visualizing a scene of what I’d like my life to look like after my spell does its thing. When the timer goes off, I open my eyes and light my candle. As I watch the flame flicker, I think about my vision rising up into the universe like a beam of light.

Sometimes I choose to journal my visions rather than imagining them. If I’m doing this for a full moon ritual, I’ll spend five minutes journaling, then set my journal outside or put it by a window while I sleep so the powerful energy of the moon will charge my pages with moonlight.

If you have access to a campfire, grill or backyard firepit, I enjoy journaling about my vision and burning the pages once I’m finished. The smoke sends my vision straight up into the abundant sky. Make sure you stay safe while doing this, especially if you write a lot like I do and have several pages to burn.

Feel free to get creative with visualization! You can try listening to a guided visualization recording on Spotify or Youtube. Maybe you’d like to try visualizing while listening to your favorite song or the soundtrack of your favorite movie. If it’s a pretty day, you can take a visualization walk and enjoy nature!

However, you choose to use this powerful tool, make it your own and always, always have fun with it.

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If any of this sounds familiar then Astral Travel For Absolute Beginners is the course for you.

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As I said in a previous post, you shouldn’t visit Bali thinking about the beaches, if you want great beaches, look at other Indonesian islands or even other countries in southern Asia. Said that what a better place to be than a city that doesn’t have a coastline, and is really well located to visit the best places around the island of Bali.

I’ve found that Ubud offers the best location, great and affordable accommodation and abundant vegan food options. Out of all the cities in Bali, Ubud is the best, not because is the most authentic one (far from that) but because it has good quality affordable touristic infrastructures in a perfect location to do days out to other places in the island. Within relatively short driving distances you have temples, museums, mountains, waterfalls, rice terraces, and many other natural sights.

The downside of Ubud is that feels a bit like the city is entirely set up to tourists, unfortunately, most places in Bali that offers good/affordable accommodation nowadays are like that. Although I still found that Ubud offered a good middle ground between touristic and local.

About Ubud

Ubud is located in the Gianyar region of Bali and is surrounded by lush rice paddies, and is one of the cultural centers of Bali. Ubud is extremely popular among tourists and a hub of yoga, spas and, vegan food.

Ubud like the rest of the island of Bali is a multi-religious place, but the predominant religion is Hinduism, called Agama Hindu Dharma, a blend of Shivaism and Buddhism. Their religion is a world apart from the Hindu religion in India. Ubud, like the rest of Bali, is home to countless temples, and their everyday life is inextricably intertwined with colorful and fascinating religious practices.

Bahasa is the language spoken and the currency used is the Rupiah ($1=Rp.14.800)

I have spent 10 days exploring the island of Bali, always based in Ubud, I had a motorbike to go to different places every day. Please be aware that I don’t advise in any way that you rent a motorbike there if you don’t have experience, Bali, its not the place to learn how to ride one. I never ever seen so many people with motorbike injuries during my travels like I saw in Bali. Road conditions are rough and traffic a nightmare, on top of that there are no rules…

Out of the 10 days only two were actually spent in Ubud, what I think is more than enough if you are not planning to do anything special like a yoga retreat or a course. So here are the top things to do in Ubud

At the end of the post check also what to avoid 🙂

What to do in Ubud

Campuhan Ridge Walk (8.5km, ~3h/4h)

This place is a serene and beautiful green path for an easy hike early morning, the path starts at the Campuhan Bridge and has an amazing view of the jungle, rice paddy fields, small villages, communities, temples, and passes over the lush river valley of Sungai Wos.

This is worth waking up early for, you can go any time during the day but it does get hot and crowded, at least the first part of the path.

  The Puri Saren Agungis – Ubud Royal Palace 

It’s far for being a spectacular place but is the hub of all of Ubud’s cultural events. The entrance is free.

Saraswati Temple (Water Palace)

Its one of the most beautiful temple in central Ubud with a great little walkway in between lotus ponds leading up to the temple. The Saraswati Temple is a Hindu temple built in the 19th century to adore the Goddess Saraswati (The Goddess of Knowledge).

Jalan Goutama 

It’s a road packed with organic everything, from restaurants, bars, cafes, ice-cream shops, etc. and has lots of local warungs serving cheap and delicious food. Here you will find restaurants for all tastes, budgets and, diets.

Jl. Kajeng

A road with messages written into the street paving. It’s really nice to stroll up here and read the message of peace, love and ‘vegan propaganda’.

Ubud Market

The market is a great place to stroll around. If you go very early in the morning (what I recommend) you can visit the produce market in the far south-east corner, and this is as authentic as it gets (7h-10h). Later on, you only have souvenir stalls, with clothes, homewares, jewelry, and other miscellaneous bits and pieces. Prices are always fully negotiable.

Watch a movie at Paradiso Ubud 

Paradiso Ubud is the world’s first organic vegan cinema and definitely worth a try! There are daily movie screenings and the food is delicious.

Food

Balinese food is delicious, and anywhere you go in Ubud there will be delicious vegan options on the menu.

Ubud is blessed with an abundance of great eateries, although menus are a little pricey compared to the rest of Indonesia if you don’t scuffle around backstreets. Local warungs or Padang rumah makan (eating house) are great options.

Massage

There is a tonne of little spas lining the roads in the center of Ubud with very reasonable prices. Why not treat yourself with a full body Balinese massage? You can find prices as lower as RP70.000 to 100.00 ($4.70 – $6.80) for one hour massage.

Wander around 

This is true for any place you visit, stroll around without a plan or a schedule, and lose yourself through narrow streets.. Because Bali is a predominantly Hindu island, there is always something to see, experience and smell.. for example, each morning you will find hundreds of little boxes called Canang Sari filled with flowers, offerings and burning incense.

Unfortunately, there is also a downside here, Ubud has Jammed traffic from vehicles and pedestrians, severely uneven, damaged and broken sidewalks, broken drainage holes with jagged metal bars, sidewalk vendors, shop displays and sometimes even motorbikes. So you are guessing correctly, walking can be a challenge that requires energy and art.

Motorbike around the Ubud countryside

Bali is a small island, so renting a motorbike gives you the freedom and access to explore the Balinese countryside. On your way to places is easy to stumble upon local festivals, cremation ceremonies,  pass by beautiful structures of intricately-carved stone, people flying kites in the fields, beautiful rice paddies, waterfalls, mountains, markets, temples…

⛔️ what to Avoid in Ubud

Sacred Monkey Forest

This is considered a must-do for many, for me is a must not. You do not need to pay to go to a jungle and to see macaques in Southeast Asia, literally you can do it everywhere, for free and without the crowds.

Plus these monkeys are not as cute as they look in the pictures they can be scary aggressive. If you are still planning a visit don’t take anything with you that you aren’t prepared to lose, monkeys can open bags with ease and are professional thieves. They are well trained at efficiently robbing tourists.

I know I’m just telling you to avoid one of the most popular Ubud attractions, but trust me on this one.

Shopping

Well maybe I’m a bit suspect on this one because to be fair I don’t shop, I’m already carrying my small bag around with me, and the last thing I need is extra weight 🙂 plus Ubud is extremely expensive (for Indonesian standards) you will find the same things much much cheaper somewhere else.

If you are into shopping go to the market but be prepared to haggle. Even if you don’t want to do any shopping I still think that you should give the market a visit but early in the morning, because by afternoon it gets seriously crowded.

Don’t buy spices or coffee on the market, most of it is fake.

Sungai Ayung Valley (6.5km ~4h) 

This was sposed to be a great trekking through the lush, tropical river valley but sadly has become an extortion scheme.

When you arrive at the Sayan Terrace hotel, you take the path downhill, there you will find some locals that are blocking the passage with a gate and you can only pass through if you pay RP.150.000 ($10) per person. We refused to pay and they didn’t allow us to pass. So we headed up the hill and we did a different trekking around the same area but instead of the 6.5km took us 15km 🙂

Be aware that the locals carry large sickles or machetes (that they are not using as farming tools) but for the threatening effect.

how to get to Ubud

If you arrive by air, the best option is unfortunately to take a taxi. As you know is always hard to negotiate taxi fares so it’s probably best to have that arrangement done in advance. Most places in Ubud will offer that service, negotiate with them and skip the hassle at the airport in Denpasar.

In August 2018 the taxi fares from Denpasar to Ubud were around RP. 250.000 to RP. 350.000 ($17-$23)

Just get ready for a very slow ride from Denpasar to Ubud, the traffic is just unbelievable. Ubud is about the same distance and time from the nearest port, where boats go to Gili Islands and Lombok.

Where to Stay

My suggestion is to stay close to the center, in a place that includes breakfast, offers transfer and that rents motorbike, this will prevent that you get in one of those motorbikes scams. Ubud has plenty of options with a great relation between quality and price. Make some research and look at the reviews.

I stayed in a great central place, and still in a quiet street. The family was really nice and welcoming, the room was clean and comfortable, and the price excellent, $8 per night with breakfast (I’m happy to pass the name of the place if you want).

Extra notes  

To visit temples, you must be dressed appropriately which includes wearing a sarong, that is basically a long piece of cloth that you wear wrapped around the body and tucked at the waist. Just bring one from home so you don’t need to buy or rent one.

Small temples are all around the city and each temple is unique in its own way.

Don’t buy water bottles, Bali has a project for water refills. Download the app and find the closest location. Ubud has several places offering this service for free or for a small fee (https://www.refillmybottle.com).

Indonesia is an affordable place to travel but especially in Bali, you need to be extra careful to not spend more than you budgeted.  Prices offered to tourists are always inflated and haggling is the only option to bring it within reason.

ATMs can be found easily throughout Ubud.

photography – all rights reserved – Ana Rocha

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Ubud a great hub to explore Bali As I said in a previous post, you shouldn't visit Bali thinking about the beaches, if you want great beaches, look at other Indonesian islands or even other countries in southern Asia.

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The Complete Packages For Honeymooners That Bali Has

Bali island which is known as a picturesque island and being the belle of world travel, re-crowned as the most romantic honeymoon destination in the world by one of the famous magazine in the World.  

Bali island has everything such as spectacular scenery, white sand beaches, tropical weather and also friendly peoples, who can present a honeymoon like in a dream world. There are many honeymoon package options available in Bali, from luxurious to pocket-friendly packages but not cheap, which can be adjusted according to your budget.  

The fragrant aroma of flowers and spices will spoil your senses from the first time you set foot on this island, the hundreds of species of fauna that inhabit this island plus beautiful tropical landscapes are a complete blend.  Bali island has a unique blend dedicated to honeymoon couples, namely shopping centers, restaurants and luxury accommodation equivalent to star hotels with ancient traditions, culture and strong spiritualism.  

The existence of Honeymoon Packages in Bali  

Enjoying time alone and increasing intimacy with your partner in your honeymoon is the culmination of all the fatigue of planning and the big day itself. Bali's main source of income is tourism and it seems like everyone and everything on the island is focused on providing the most enjoyable experience for visitors - whatever it takes. Romantic honeymoon packages mingled with romance are presented in Bali island.          

You feel that the time will run faster when enjoy the romantic night in a front beach villa with the wave's sound accompanied by the gentle sea breeze. Enjoy the time alone with your partner under the moon and stars with a romantic dinner followed by a small party. It sounds very common but that is the dream of every honeymoon couple.  

Whatever the beauty you will get in the Bali honeymoon package, it will be in accordance with the choices and costs you incur, from the accommodation along with the extras you want with some services and free gifts. Maybe you will be charged extra fee for your sightseeing trip to a romantic place on Bali, but many accommodations are willing to give bonuses for honeymoon couples such as a sparkling bed decoration or maybe a bottle of drink.  

Along with the extent of online marketing nowadays, many travel agents provide Bali honeymoon packages on their websites, entrust all planning to the agent you choose so that your time will not reduced for preparation. The beauty of Bratan mountain resort with the magnificent Ulun Danu Temple is a wealth of exotic Eastern culture that Bali has which can pamper your senses. Located in the middle of Bratan Lake, this ancient temple is very beautiful.  

Another famous temple is Pura Besakih which is located 1000 feet above sea level, on the slopes of Mount Agung which is the Most Important Temple in Bali. This Hindu holy Temple was built in the 11th century.  

Enjoy the natural beauty of Bali countryside with the unique carvings of the rice fields created by generations of Balinese farmers from ancient times with extraordinary ingenuity and also the uniqueness of irrigation system. The whirlpool activity also hustle and bustle of Kuta or the elegance of Seminyak which just a little bit further from the beach will present a completely different view. You can explore museums and galleries which filled by traditional Balinese art, paintings, wood carvings, handicrafts and souvenirs in the Ubud area which is the heart of Balinese culture and arts.  

The Available Accommodations in Bali  

An unforgettable experience awaits for you if you choose Bali as your honeymoon destination. Apart from your partner, only the beautiful tropical scenery along with the wildlife will be your friends in a luxury Bali villa. Apart of Bali villas, there are many Bali hotels as well which offer everything you want to perfect your honeymoon from three star to five star standard accommodation along with all the additional facilities.  

The luxurious international hotels lined on the waterfront with the warm ocean waves and white sand are the perfect backdrop that Nusa Dua offers to its visitors and guests. Or a variety of Balinese resort-style accommodations as well as luxury villas that available in Ubud or Sanur area for those who want a different atmosphere.  

Rich colors rugs, sights, smells and sounds that will delight your senses and enrich your experience, regardless of what you choose to do on this beautiful island and no matter where you choose to stay, your honeymoon experience will be improved.

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The Complete Honeymoon Packages That Bali Offer

World Honeymoons magazine recently selected Bali as "the world's most memorable and romantic honeymoon destination" and that's not surprising.  

With warm sandy beaches, friendly people, and beautiful scenery, a honeymoon in Bali is like a fairy tale. There are many honeymoon package service providers in Bali that offer prices range from the cheapest packages to super luxurious packages depending on what you want.  

Located just a few degrees Southwards of the Equator, with beautiful views of tropical colors and hundreds of wild birds species that inhabit this paradise island, coupled with the fragrance of flowers and spices that will energize your senses from the first time you arrive on this island. Presenting an intricate blend of ancient culture, spiritualism and tradition perfectly interwoven with luxury private villa accommodation, star hotels, shopping centers and restaurants to honeymooners.  

The Available Honeymoon Packages in Bali Island  

Your honeymoon is a time to get to know your partner more intimately and also to relax after the hustle and bustle of your wedding day and planning. Bali's main source of income is tourism and it seems like everyone and everything on the island is focused on providing the most enjoyable experience for visitors - whatever it takes. Romantic Honeymoon packages in Bali are presented with romance in them and that's a fact. You feel that the time will run faster when enjoy the romantic night in a front beach villa with the wave's sound accompanied by the gentle sea breeze. Or a romantic dinner with the day's fresh seafood, and after that, a moonlight stroll along the beach? Cliché?  It sounds very common but that is the dream of every honeymoon couple.  

In accordance with the fee that you paid, you will enjoy the beauty of Bali honeymoon package starting from accommodation that suits your wishes along with bonuses with an additional amount that has been agreed upon. Of course, you will pay for all your belongings, but many hotels in Bali provide romantic amenities such as a bottle of drink or a king size bed or perhaps a luxurious double heart-shaped spa.  

Along with the extent of online marketing nowadays, many travel agents provide Bali honeymoon packages on their websites, entrust all planning to the agent you choose so that your time will not reduced for preparation. Immerse yourself in the richness of the exotic Eastern culture that Bali has by visiting the majestic Ulun Danu Temple in the mountain resort of Bratan. It stands in the middle of Bratan Lake and is one of the famous temples in Bali.  

Then Pura Besakih which is located on the slopes of Mount Agung (the highest mountain in Bali) which is the largest temple in Bali.  This Hindu holy Temple was built in the 11th century.  

Enjoy the natural beauty of Bali countryside with the unique carvings of the rice fields created by generations of Balinese farmers from ancient times with extraordinary ingenuity and also the uniqueness of irrigation system. The whirlpool activity also hustle and bustle of Kuta or the elegance of Seminyak which just a little bit further from the beach will present a completely different view. Ubud is the heart of Balinese culture where you can visit museums and galleries filled with traditional Balinese art, wood carvings and handicrafts that are perfect as souvenirs.  

Bali Accommodation Excellence  

Honeymoon destinations in Bali will certainly spoil you with all the advantages it has to offer. Just the two of you in a romantic Bali luxury villa which accompanied by the wildlife and beautiful tropical scenery all around. Or you probably prefer the pleasure that can be imagined from one of the hotels that available in Bali from three star to five star standard accommodation, with all the additional facilities offered to perfecting your honeymoon.  

The luxurious international hotels lined on the waterfront with the warm ocean waves and white sand are the perfect backdrop that Nusa Dua offers to its visitors and guests. Ubud and Sanur can offer more cultural atmosphere and as well as provide luxurious accommodation for honeymoon couples.  

Rich colors rugs, sights, smells and sounds that will delight your senses and enrich your experience, regardless of what you choose to do on this beautiful island and no matter where you choose to stay, your honeymoon experience will be improved.

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Bali - Indonesia

So, after much research about our next holiday we finally chose Bali, Indonesia. One thing that we know can be an issue when being a Vegan is the destination is not Vegan friendly (food-wise, we cannot go into another country and change their culture). Using youtube, Instagram and Google we established the best place for a chilled out vibe and Vegan options in abundance was a town/city (I am not sure if they have cities in Bali except Denpasar) Ubud. 

All set to go, we finished work on the Wednesday, jumped into the car and headed for Birmingham Airport, parked the car, grabbed our cases, ran for the bus. A few minutes later we were in the Airport, we located our boarding area and checked in. Once checked in you finally feel a weight lifted of the shoulders and you can think about getting into holiday mode. Fast forward 17 hours (flights we with Emirates, 7 hours to Dubai, 9 hours to Bali, Airbus was great).

Once we finally got through Bali customs, we were looking out for our driver, we spotted him. Whilst walking through Bali Airport (Denpasar), it takes a while to sink in, but you realise they have trees and gardens within the airport, which was a bit surreal. Our driver then told us to wait in the carpark whilst he went to collect his vehicle. At this point you begin to notice how warm it was, just from standing and waiting, you could feel your forehead starting to gather beads of sweat. After about 10 minutes the driver returned, we jumped in the taxi and headed to Ubud (about 40 min away). I will not comment too much about the roads in Bali, if you are from Europe, you will be confused how it works and how are there so few accidents, but some how it works, so leave what you know about driving back home when you come to Bali. Our place of residence for the next nine nights was Pecatu Guesthouse (via AirBnB). This place was immaculate and the hosts were forever accommodating. 

Emirates Vegan Meal

View from Airbus Window

One of the Best Hip Hop Albums ever!!

Our Room at Pecatu Guesthouse

After a bit of sleep Pecatu Guesthouse we were treated to breakfast, pancakes and fruit. We ate our breakfast on the roof top, where they have a swimming pool also. When you first walk onto the rooftop you realise why there is a garden within Denpasar Airport. For as far as the eye can see, just trees, plants, flowers etc. I think it is safe to say it would be harder to stop things to try and grow here.

View from Rooftop of Pecatu Guesthouse

View from Rooftop of Pecatu Guesthouse

Pool on Rooftop of Pecatu Guesthouse

Pancake with Coconut

I will not go through what we did every single day, so I will summarise the best things about Bali (everything in my opinion). Firstly, the main reason(s) why people choose Ubud over the other places like Canggu, Nusa Dua etc (surfing areas). Ubud offers Yoga and plenty of Vegan options. The main place for Yoga in Ubud was a place called the Yoga Barn, we did not get chance to go here, but from speaking to people who met and spoke to they highly recommended this place. Ubud also has a spiritual vibe about the whole place, you will smell incense whilst walking around as all the residents will burn this during offerings, which take place throughout the day. The offerings may be placed high or low, either way a bird can eat some of the food and stray dogs/cats can eat. There is a balance between giving and taking with the Balinese people. However, they are more inclined to give than to take. The Ridge Walk, which is just towards the north of Ubud offers valleys surrounded with vegetation (coconut, papaya, banana trees). But, again feels quite spiritual, when walking around there early morning do not be surprised if you see locals and tourists/travellers doing some Yoga or meditation. 

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Host of Pecatu Guesthouse (Ibu)

Papaya Tree

Secondly, the food. Coming from UK where you have to search far and wide, read ingredient lists, and question restaurant staff, this was not the case here in Ubud. Obviously, they had places that sold meat etc, but there was a vast amount of places that served Vegan or Raw food. The foods were full of flavour and oozed freshness. The main difference I think from our short stay here in Bali is the food does not seem to have a processed element to it. Also, all the ingredients are locally sourced. If, you like spicy food (I do), you may find the food a bit tame with heat, so when you ask for extra chilli or spicy, they will provide chopped red chilli in a small bowl, I considered this an inconvenience initially, but then when I tried the chilli, I was like OH!, the chillis are very hot, hence why they do not mix it with you meal. Regarding the cost of food, a typical meal for two people with a drink, main and dessert would vary from between 250-300,000 Rupiah, which is about (at the time) £13-16. When speaking to a local taxi driver, we concluded in Ubud from the market you can buy 1kg of cucumbers for approx £1, I told him for one solitary Organic Cucumber in England this will cost you around £1.60, he laughed!! Even though Ubud has all of these great food places that offer Vegan/Raw food, you would not necessarily see any locals eating in there. I do not know whether this was down to cost or it is something they would not particularly eat.  I will try not to post too many pictures of food. 

Raw Courgette Lasagne @ House of Chakra

Green Fiend @ Kafe

Balinese Curry @ Atman Kafe

Babur Inji @ Atman Kafe

Crepe Dessert @ Creperie

Pulled Jack Fruit with Salad and Lemonade @ Sage 

In this next part I will try and explain the culture and places that we visited around Bali. If, you are not a fan of or have a fear of dogs, I would not recommend travelling to Bali, they are everywhere. From what I seen approximately 5% of them had owners, otherwise they just roam around either by themselves or in little packs. Generally they are harmless and may be a bit vocal. However, one tip I will give you is these dogs do not like it when you run past them. I went for an early run to the Ridge Walk and back to Pecatu Guesthouse (approx. 7-8 miles), I probably past 30-40 dogs on the whole run, the dogs were on the other side of the road or at least 5-10 metres away, on the way back near my hotel, I could see this dog looking at me, whether I got to close (even though I had no choice due to pavement size, approx. 1 metre), the dog bit my shorts. Luckily I did have on undershorts, so the bite did not pierce my skin, but it put a hole in my shorts. Obviously, getting bit by a dog in Bali would be a problem, hospital, vaccinations etc... 

The people of Bali are forever well spoken and polite. They may only ask you once if want a taxi and then wont ask you again until they see you again later on that day. They do not hassle you endlessly, they even say ‘thank you’, when you have declined. The pavements in Bali can be a bit tricky, in the sense not very level, with slabs missing here and there. So, definitely do not try to walk on the pavements and get caught up looking around too much, as you may trip over. People in Ubud, Bali are incredibly talented, they still make loads of things by hand, whether it be fencing, photo albums, pieces of art work, carvings, I think the only time we seen machinery was in Denpasar where they were building new roads. The children in Bali are always happy and dressing up as the Barong whilst playing native instruments and getting donations from tourists. One thing that confused me a bit when first walking around the streets of Bali were these small shops selling fluid in bottles, it was not water or soft drinks, it clicked when I seen a person on a scooter pull up and ask for one of the bottles then started to pour the contents into their scooter, it was a petrol station.

Mosaic

Typical Street in Ubud

Lighting Shop

Blacksmith

Young Kids

Young Kids Happy

Petrol Station

Regarding money we found it useful to exchange money on a daily basis, as we did not spend much, so I think if we were to have exchanged for example £1000 (UK) to Rupiah (at the time £1 = R17,600) we would have been walking around with R17,600,000.00. We exchanged £100 (UK) almost everyday, but some days we did not need to as we had money left over from the previous day.

We visited a Barong Dance, which is a cultural story between good and evil. We visited a waterfall, which I would recommend, due it being so hot in Bali that cool water goes down a treat. We visited a coffee plantation, where we tried twelve different coffees and teas, which were all grown locally on the plantation, safe to say some were nicer than others. We visited the main temple on Bali Pura Besakih on Mount Agung, this temple is massive, it has many parts to it. The local guide explained to us all the ceremonies that take place here, all the past eruptions, the duration of some of the ceremonies, the buildings all have seven parts to the roofs to correspond to the seven chakras in the body, and finally Bali is Hindu, but Buddhist Hindu with Shiva being their main God. We trekked up Mount Batur a previously once active volcano opposite Agung. This was quite a tough trek at 0200, but we had to start trekking this early to catch the sunrise. I am relatively fit and found it quite manageable, however we seen a few people who could not carry on, so I would recommend if you plan to do a trek, try to acquire some fitness. 

Barong Dance

Waterfall

Coffee Testers

Pura Besakih

Pura Besakih

Mount Agung from the top of Batur

After leaving Ubud we went to a place called Amarta Retreat in Tabanan, we thought after being in Ubud we may want to experience a nice chilled out place. The hotel location was on the beach front, which was nice. The staff were so friendly and polite. The menu was very limited compared to the amount of choice within Ubud, the food menu was very European, I do not think there was a authentic Balinese food option. This location was that remote that by the third day we jumped into a taxi and went to the next beach location down, Canggu. Canggu was a bit more lively, full of surfers, travellers and vegan options. There was a definite difference between the type of people here compared to Ubud, a bit more younger and alcohol friendly. We spent the evening in Canggu and walked up and down the main road, one place that stood out the most was a place called Ji, after speaking to a staff member in there, she explained the building within the building was a temple carried from Japan approx. 300 years ago when there was conflict between China and Japan, it is now rebuilt and the restaurant Ji is here. 

Amarta Retreat

Amarta Retreat

Amarta Retreat

Ji

Ji

Ji

Concluding, would we go back to Bali (Indonesia) again? Without doubt!!

What would we do differently, travel to different parts maybe Java, Seminyak, Gili Islands and trek Mount Rinjani. We would definitely still go back to Ubud. 

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10 things you cannot miss in Bali

Spend all day lazing at a beach club

Did you really go to Bali if you didn't spend the day chillaxing at one of their Insta-famous beach clubs. There's a number of popular beach clubs in Bali from Potato Head and Ku De Ta in Seminyak to Jungle Fish, Ubud. Luckily I arrived in Bali just a few weeks after the opening of Canggu's hottest new sunset spot, La Brisa. The mesmerising gypsy-like decor, tasty cocktails and idyllic sunset views will have you relaxed for an entire day and you'll want to get there before everybody else discovers it! You can check out my full review of La Brisa here.

Watch the sunrise and sunset

Arrive early to Seminyak Beach and secure your spot on the colourful comfy bean bags, and equally colourful umbrellas. A cute and romantic spot with gorgeous lanterns to grab a bite and a cocktail as you watch the sun go down. There's even a little band that comes out and sings acoustic which really sets the scene, they also ask for requests!

After taking in the gorgeous sunset in the West, head to the East to catch the sunrise at Sanur beach. You'll have to wake up super early for this one. Named as the “Sunrise Beach” and one of the best on the island for catching the sunrise, Maya Sanur is the perfect hotel located just steps from the beachfront. 

Sample some of the local food

Bali is home to some delicious food spots and amazing fine-dining restaurants. Eat Street in Seminyak was one of my favourite places to find the best places to dine, that were fine-dining worthy with amazing menus but don't break the bank. Chandi, Batik and Sea Circus on Eat Street along with Black Orchid in Sanur and Ubud and Moon Rabbit in Badung were my favourite dining spots. For more in depth info check out my Bali Guide!

Immerse yourself in the jungle scenery and rice fields

Ubud is like something out of a jungle fairytale, there's so much greenery and jungle to see, the perfect location for those Instagram worthy moments, I even made a little video you can view here. If you've ever seen pictures of Bali on Instagram, it's more than likely the layers greenery in the Ubud rice fields have popped up somewhere. One of the top attractions in Bali and a "see it to believe it" type of place, the trek down the steep steps is well worth experiencing the luscious palm tree overhead and you can stop off on the way down for picture opportunities. It does get quite busy and hot from all of the walking so the best time to visit would be early morning. Tegallalang is also famous for the Love Bali sign, this is just on the side of the road, to the right of the fields. There is a small charge to take a photo here and to enter the rice fields. 

The Bali swing

This place is famous for its swing that is hanging between coconut trees, high atop a hill, which offers you spectacular experience. The view of Ayung River, a mini waterfall, rice fields and Mount Agung makes your swing ride thrilling yet addictive. Zen Hideaway is a perfect place if you are looking for serenity and peace, as the rooms here are semi-open, enabling you to enjoy the fresh air and view of Ubud.

Climb a mountain at sunrise

Climbing a sacred active volcano during sunrise is a bucket list thing to do whilst in Bali. You will see it advertised on all of the tour guides that you walk past in the towns, due to the volcanic scares that were happening with Mount Agung whilst I was in Bali it was out of bounds. As well as the lack of time (no, two weeks is nowhere near enough in Bali) I didn’t get to hike up Mt Batur either, which is right now the safe and only option in terms of a volcanic mountain hike.. The trip starts very early, like 2am and there’s a tricky hike to the top in time for the sunrise. It looks like an unforgettable experience.

Shop the markets of Ubud

There are so many markets in and around Bali which sell food, clothes, souvenirs, bags, you name it. My favourites were the markets in Ubud, there’s just so much to look at. Be weary, majority of the shops pretty much sell similar or the same things and make up prices on the spot so be prepared to haggle.  My driver said they usually start at a price 75% higher than what they are willing to accept!

Visit a Waterfall

The idyllic waterfalls in Bali are a beautiful location to spend a couple of hours. I went to the Tegenungan waterfall, which is in Ubud, but I have to say it was a little disappointing, quite muddy and dirty. I’ve seen a number of other waterfalls in Bali along with secret waterfalls which look a lot more striking, particularly the Nungnung Waterfall and Git Git Waterfall.

 Get with the culture and visit some temples

Visiting temples in Bali is something you’re not going to want to miss. There’s a strong sense of culture and an air of calm at the temples and the different locations and architectures are each so unique. You have to wear a sarong to visit most of the temples; you can either bring your own or rent one on arrival. 

The Pura Ulun Danu Beratan Temple is one of the most famous and significant temples in all of Bali, as well as being one of the most photographed.  Located in the centre of the island, it sits on a calming lake up a winding mountainous road against a dreamy mountainous back drop, I visited on quite a cloudy day so unfortunately the fog up there was really thick.

You may have spotted Lempuyang Temple on travel pages on Instagram, one of Bali’s oldest temples and a highlight due to being place 1,175m above sea level with 1,700 steps to climb to get up to the peak.

I also visited the Tirta Empul Holy Spring Water Temple which is close to Ubud. The energy at this sacred temple is remarkable; the spring water is used as holy water for various religious ceremonies.

Go and visit a spiritual healer

As such a spiritual place, there are many spiritual healers in Bali, some real and of course there are always some fakes out there. After Eat, Pray, Love a lot of people had become quite sceptical as well as a lot of comments and reviews floating around online on the authenticity of these healers, I think when it comes to visiting a spiritual healer, I think the best recommendations come from the locals.

I visited Agus Sihman who is an intuitive healer and spent just over 2 hours with him cleansing my energy with a flower bath, a ton beautiful flowers involved in the session, incense and even a little gift afterwards. I strongly believe these experiences are what you make of them, I don’t take every single word literally that I’m told but it definitely makes you think about your energy and attitude and Agus gives you tips and rituals which can improve your life if you act on and continuously work on there. Be prepared to pay a price, my session cost around $100, which I think is a little high, but an unforgettable and refreshing experience nonetheless.

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10 Awesome Things to do in Ubud, Bali

This blog post was written in collaboration with Orbitz. All opinions are my own.

Every year about 6 Million travelers are taking a flight to Bali, and half of them spending some time in Ubud. It’s no surprise that the beautiful village became such a popular hotspot over the past decade. Ubud is a true treasure of Indonesia and it’s not hard to fall in love with this magical place…

  3 month ago I made the decision to come back to Ubud for an extended period of time. I have gotten so much into yoga over the past year that moving there for a few months in order to deepen my yoga practice seemed one of the best things to do in Ubud.

  I visited Ubud on many occasions over the past 10 years, and every time I wondered, what would happen if I just stay longer? Well, it was about time to find out. Here’s some inspiration for your visit – 10 things to do in Ubud, Bali. 

    Ubud is an absolute food heaven! I’m not exaggerating! From all the places in the world, this is my personal favorite when it comes to food, and I’ll tell you why: Vegan food everywhere, it is unbelievable!! And not only vegan, you can also find vegan raw (at Alchemy), vegan macro (at Clear Cafe), and vegan gluten free (at Sawobali)… just to name a few of these wonderful places to eat. And the best of all, it’s extremely affordable. I have never paid more than $10 for a meal in Ubud.

  Cooking is at the heart of Balinese culture, and there is no better place than Ubud to take a cooking class. One of the most acclaimed cooking schools in Bali is Ketut’s Balinese Cooking Class. The Cooking School runs programs that are perfect for anyone that wants to understand Balinese flavors, culture and food.

  Too lazy to cook, but you would love to try different kinds of traditional foods? Take it easy, and go on a foodie tour in Ubud to enjoy a delicious culinary feast!

    Tegallalang Rice Terrace is one of those surreal places you won’t forget. It’s even more magical during sunrise and sunset,however If you’re exploring the area without a guide, make sure to head to Tegallalang as early as possible (6AM) to escape the crowds. You can park your scooter on the main road on top.

  The place is heaven for photographers and drone pilots, the rice fields stretch out for miles while the terraces sit at an elevation overlooking the countryside. If you get tired from hiking through the paddies there are plenty of cafes and warungs along the main road with million dollar views. 

    Goa Gajah stands since the eleventh century. It was initially constructed as a spiritual retreat to practice meditation away from the interference of society. A trip here rewards you with an area carrying sprawling vendors selling art, souvenirs, and refreshments.

  Entry is free and you are offered the assistance of a guide when you enter through the ominous mouth of a demon – the doorway to this temple. A pool lies waiting with seven Hindu deities immortalized on seven vases acting as waterspouts.

  Take your time to admire the animal carvings and ancient inscriptions along those ancient walls. The entire area carries an ornate, time swept feeling which does a great job of bringing one to realize just how magical this landmark actually is. 

    After Elizabeth Gilbert’s bestselling book “Eat Pray Love“, Ubud became the mecca for all those searching for enlightenment. Ubud is one of the most incredible places in the world, if you want to connect with yourself, deepen your yoga practice and learn about meditation. There are numerous yoga studios in Ubud, the most popular ones in the center are Yoga Barn, Radiantly Alive and Ubud Yoga Centre.

  All of these studious above have a delicious restaurant onsite, and with plenty of yoga and meditation classes every day, it’s easy to keep yourself busy all day long without doing much. Try Healing Yoga at Yogabarn, it’s an amazing experience.

  Yoga classes cost on average about $10 per class. If you’re on a budget, try one of the local studios, Saraswati is a smaller, but comfy studio, located in the center and classes are as cheap as $5.

    Ubud Art Market and the Royal Palace are located in the heart of Ubud, and right next to each other. Between these two, you can easily get lost exploring and shopping for hours, buying souvenirs and taking in the awe-inspiring culture & history of Bali. The Royal Palace in Ubud is a structure that has stood since the start of the 8th century. The detail and level of preservation are remarkable and making this place a must see.

  While in the area, you can’t miss the chance to sample some of the best Indonesian food in Bali. Puspa’s Warung is a popular and cheap eatery with some vegan choices. If you feel like having a healthy dessert, head to Acai Queen around the corner, they have the best vegan Acai Bowls in town!

    There are approximately 750 monkeys living within the grounds of the Monkey Forest, visiting the sanctuary is one of the most popular things to do in Ubud. It’s a fascinating place to explore, with Hindu temples scattered across the complex.

  Watch your stuff when you’re around the monkeys, they love to snatch things such as sun glasses, water bottles and obviously if you carry around food, they will grab it from you in no time! Don’t put your phone or camera beside you if you decide to take a rest on a bench. Basically attach anything tight onto you! I’m not kidding.

  It’s 100k IDR to enter the Monkey Forest, that’s roughly USD7. If you’re on a tight budget, just walk the trail around the Monkey Forest. It’s free to pass, you’ll see many monkeys there as well, but motorbikes using this path as a shortcut, so the walk can get a bit stressful during rush hours.

    Balinese music and dance is among the most vibrant displays of culture you’ll ever see. You can witness this spectacle at many places around town, one of them is at Pura Dalem Taman Kaja, where you can enjoy a hypnotic performance at the temple, featuring a Balinese Hindu drama & dance act, also known as Kecak dancing. The entrance fee is 100k IDR (US$7).

  Another great way to a grand show of Balinese Culture is to head to Laka Leke Garden Restaurant. The buffet has a broad selection of vegetarian and Indonesian dishes. Enjoy your tasty traditional meals as you watch Kecak fire dances, Kris and Barong dances, and many other cultural displays. Every night a different show is on offer.

    Ubud’s beautiful spas give a full-service treatment including ayurvedic massages, body scrubs, and local healing therapies like flower bath treatments. You can look forward to ancient Balinese remedies granting you the highest level of relaxation and therapeutics.

  Where to go? You can’t go wrong with the world-class service of Botanica Bali Day Spa for luxury and true local tradition. Another leading option seated in the middle of the rice fields is Karsa Spa. Their full day treatments aside jungle trail scenery will have you calm and rejuvenated. Definitely make an appointment in advance! 

    Ubud is wonderful to explore on a scooter or bike. Once you hire a scooter and explore the city and its surrounding villages, you’ll soon understand why this is the favorite form of travel for locals. Stick to smaller rads and off-route streets to avoid traffic.

  A trip through the city with multiple busy intersections can be quite daunting for a tourist, but the adventure is a unique experience if you dare to try. Please don’t ride a bike without helmet, International Driver Licence and insurance! If you’re not feeling confident, skip this! There are plenty of drivers available to bring you around. Unfortunately Grab, Uber and Gojek aren’t working in Ubud. 

  I’m renting my scooter from Darma Putra Bali Bike Rental and I’m pretty happy with their services and the conditions of the bikes. Give them a try if you’re looking for any scooter rental.

    Photo © Jorge Láscar under CC BY 2.0

  Puri Lukisan is the oldest art museum in Bali, with a focus on wood carvings, modern and traditional Balinese paintings. It’s a wonderful place to spend a couple of hours. If you have kids, you could easily end up spending the day. You can look forward to gracious displays of Balinese art at its best. Each painting gives you a wonderful depiction through a vivid story, and the entire visit can be quite calming. There are tons of exciting workshops for kids but be sure to reserve your booking at least one day in advance.

  The museum operates between 09:00 and 17:00. The entry ticket cost 75k IDR ($5) and gives access to all four different galleries, plus a free drink at the garden cafe.

    You only have 24 hours to explore Ubud?

  If you’re in Ubud only for one day, I suggest doing the Best of Ubud Tour, which covers the highlights of the city and its surroundings. It makes sense to plan ahead for shorter stays, so you can relax more while you’re there and don’t need to waste time with travel planning. Also, you can earn more when you travel by booking your activities through Orbitz.

  If you’re lucky enough to stay more than a day, make sure to book your hotel in Ubud in advance, especially during peak season in July and August, as well as Christmas and NYE it’s getting busy and rooms are filled up in no time.

    Whether you’re looking for peace and relaxation, amazing food, or just hauling your scooter along to explore the green jungles, Ubud is a place that you’ll probably never forget. It’s especially fun for those who enjoy exploring the lesser seen trails and villages surrounding this area. 

  I hope you enjoyed this guide to Ubud and you’ll love this place as much as I do! Needless to say, there are far more than 10 things to do in Ubud, I’m here just a few weeks, maybe in a few months I’ll come up with even more places to visit in Ubud! Until then, I’m enjoying this magical town as much as I can…

Happy travels!

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                  ABOUT THE AUTHOR

  Sabrina Iovino is the founder of JustOneWayTicket.com. She’s half German, half Italian and has traveled to more than 50 countries around the globe.

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How To Harness The Power Of Visualisation In Your Spells

Julie Hopkins

Visualisation is the practice of using your mind to affect your physical world by imagining yourself in ideal situations or performing skills you want to get good at. Basically, it’s a super-focused form of daydreaming.

A lot of times, we do it without even thinking about it. When you’re driving to work and you start thinking about that order of cheesy mozzarella sticks you’re going to share with your friend later that night, you’re using visualisation. Or say, for instance, you’re researching a new car purchase and imagining what it would feel like to drive up the California coast in a Mustang convertible, that’s using visualisation too.

There are two types of visualisation, outcome-based visualisation and process-based visualisation. Both can be effective for use with your magic.

Outcome-based visualisation is popular in personal development circles. It’s when you create a detailed scene in your mind of yourself after you’ve achieved your goal. For example, if your goal is a trip to Bali, you could imagine yourself strolling through the Ubud market, holding a basket of fresh fruit, feeling the sun on your bare shoulders.

Process-based visualisation is popular with athletes, among other high-performing individuals. Pro golfers Tiger Woods and Jack Nicklaus used visualisation before matches. Nicklaus invested a lot of time imagining himself playing every hole, hitting each ball perfectly. Visualisation exercises were also part of basketball players Michael Jordan and Larry Bird’s workout regiment. You can read more about that here and here.

A process-based visualisation for your trip to Bali would be if you imagined yourself packing your favourite sandals into your suitcase, driving to the airport, and getting on the plane. You could end your visualisation with you stepping out of the Denpasar airport and smelling the sweet, exotic scent of Balinese flowers.

Why Science Says it Works

The science behind this is fascinating, though that’s not what this article is about. So here’s the super-condensed version.

When you visualise an experience in detail getting your emotions and senses in on the action, the neurons in your brain react as if your visualisation is actually happening. Essentially, your brain doesn’t differentiate between a real experience and an experience you create in your mind. When you practice visualisation you forge new neural paths in your brain, priming your mind and body for the experience to actually happen in your life. Read more about that here and here.

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Why Visualisation is Perfect for Magic1. Visualisation allows you to believe that the goals you have for yourself are possible.

Magic depends A LOT on the intention you put into the spell and the mindset you’re in when you’re performing it. If you don’t actually believe the thing you’re going for is possible for you, it will not happen. Period.

That’s where visualisation comes in. If you spend some time visualising before or during your spell, you’re aligning your beliefs about yourself with your goal. If you see yourself in your mind’s eye hiking up a volcano in Bali, you’re much more likely to believe it will actually happen.

2. Visualisation puts your focus on what you want, not what you don’t have.

Again, your magic is powered by your intention. If you really want something, it’s easy to get stuck in the overpowering knowledge that you don’t have the thing you want.

When there’s two feet of snow outside and you’re digging your car out of a big, fluffy drift, you might think you’re sending out the thought that you want to be exploring a hot, steamy Balinese jungle. If you’re spending most of your time focusing how cold you are now though, you’re putting the intention and feeling of “cold” into your magic. Since you’re powering your spell with what you don’t want, your spell will probably work—by bringing you more snow.

Instead, if you spend a few minutes visualising, immersing yourself with thoughts of your Bali trip, you can be sure that you’re setting a strong, accurate intention for your spell.

3. Visualisation helps you get clear on what exactly you want.

You know the saying, “be careful what you wish for”? I’ve so been there. A while back, I wanted nothing more than to make a full-time income working remotely. Then, when I finally got hired by a company that offered me just that, I found I was miserable. I ended up working around the clock and feeling overwhelmed for months. Had I been more clear about what I wanted when performing my job spells, I could have specified that I wanted to make money remotely while living a balanced life instead of the vague intention of making money online.

Magic is a powerful tool and if you don’t get clear about what exactly you want from the spell, you could end up with some interesting outcomes.

Practice visualising in detail what you want out of your spell or ritual. Allow your desired outcome to play in your mind like a scene from a movie. If there are parts that you’re glossing over (like what the rest of your life will look like after you score that “dream job”), dig into that and make edits until you’ve created the perfect vision to power your magic.

4. Visualisation sheds light on resistance that might be holding you back.

Visualisation is a super fast way to connect with your deepest, more private, beliefs about yourself. Think of it as a way to “hack into” your subconscious, and pinpoint the limiting thoughts you have about yourself.

For example, you could be visualising your trip to Bali, and suddenly, a negative thought flits through your mind.

“Do I deserve to spend that much money on a vacation for myself?” or “My boss will think I’m so flaky if I take off work to go on this trip.”

Uncovering and acknowledging those thoughts is the first step to getting rid of them and changing your mindset in a big way. Note any negative thoughts that come up in your visualisation and take them apart.

For example, if your thought is, “My boss will think I’m so flaky if I take off work to go on this trip.”  ask yourself if that’s actually true. Would she really think you’re flaky? Do you have a history of missing deadlines or showing up late? Do you call in sick a lot?

If the answer is no, then your boss thinking you’re flaky is probably not something to worry about.

If you’re still worried, you can think up some ways to make sure your work will be covered while you’re gone. Are there things to delegate to others? Would having a conversation with your boss resolve the issue? Can you finish your projects before you leave?

I know it’s a lot of work to sift through all your beliefs, but with the help of visualisation, you can identify them quickly without the stress of actually being in that situation. Once you get rid of those negative thoughts, you clear the way for all your magical spells and rituals to manifest.

5. Visualisation supercharges your spell with raw emotion.

When you’re really focused on a goal and you imagine it unfolding moment by moment, strong emotions are bound to show up. Joy, contentment, and giddiness are some of the emotions I’ve felt during visualisations, and spells I perform while I’m feeling that potent, glowy energy are supercharged. Emotion fuels magic, so get yourself feeling great and see the results in your magic.

4 Tips to 10x your Spells and Rituals with Visualisation

Be Specific

When you’re using visualisation in your spell work, pick a specific moment you’d like to manifest in your life. Being vague won’t do it. You have to get down the nitty gritty of the vision you’re creating with your spell. Make sure you’re visualising yourself in a specific place, doing a specific activity, with specific people. Notice how the “you” in your vision reacts to things, such as opening up that college acceptance letter or seeing your checking account balance on your online banking app. The more detailed you are, the clearer your intention.

Use All Your Senses

Get all of your senses involved to make your vision feel as real as possible. What does the air feel like against your skin? What does it smell like? What do you see? Is it a bright afternoon or a colourful sunset? Can you taste anything? What can you hear? Music? Laughter? The sound of crashing waves? There’s no such thing as too much detail here!

Get Emotional

Allow yourself to feel your emotions that will come up when you’re really present in your vision. Let those feelings flow through your body and mind like a stream of water pouring from a faucet. Don’t hold onto any emotions during your visualisation or push them away. Just let them move through you organically and know they’re going to strengthen your magic.

Practice, Practice, Practice

If you try visualisation during your spell, but you just can’t seem to focus, that’s ok! Don’t beat yourself up about it. Simply guide your mind back to your vision. Everyone gets distracted sometimes, but the more you do it, the better you’ll become. A good way to ease into this is to pick an amount of time you know you can do, like one minute. Then set a timer and start visualising. Once you feel comfortable with one minute, try two and so on. You don’t have to visualise for a long time for it to be effective. Three to five minutes is plenty.

If this feels tedious at any point, it’s time to stop. Visualisation should feel fun and joyful. If it doesn’t, it won’t have a positive effect on your spell.

My Favourite Visualisation Spells and Rituals

I like “charge” my spell candles with my vision. I sit in a comfortable position and set a timer on my phone for three to five minutes. With my eyes closed, I hold the candle and start visualising a scene of what I’d like my life to look like after my spell does its thing. When the timer goes off, I open my eyes and light my candle. As I watch the flame flicker, I think about my vision rising up into the universe like a beam of light.

Sometimes I choose to journal my visions rather than imagining them. If I’m doing this for a full moon ritual, I’ll spend five minutes journaling, then set my journal outside or put it by a window while I sleep so the powerful energy of the moon will charge my pages with moonlight.

If you have access to a campfire, grill or backyard firepit, I enjoy journaling about my vision and burning the pages once I’m finished. The smoke sends my vision straight up into the abundant sky. Make sure you stay safe while doing this, especially if you write a lot like I do and have several pages to burn.

Feel free to get creative with visualisation! You can try listening to a guided visualisation recording on Spotify or Youtube. Maybe you’d like to try visualising while listening to your favourite song or the soundtrack of your favourite movie. If it’s a pretty day, you can take a visualisation walk and enjoy nature!

However, you choose to use this powerful tool, make it your own and always, always have fun with it.

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Top 15 Romantic Honeymoon Destinations in Asia

After long days, weeks and months of wedding ceremony stress it would be really amazing to have some alone time with your beloved in a far deserted island or beach? It would be definitely romantic to run amidst the sea holding hands with your love of the life and letting yourself feel refreshing in the comforting and cozy breeze of your favorite honeymoon place in Asia.

Asia is not to be the largest continent in this world but is truly the most romantic destination. For budget friendly honeymoon destinations to prime and luxury honeymoon packages, you can find about everything in Asia.

Thus it is a list of 15 famous honeymoon destinations in Asia to visit.

1. Bali, Indonesia

Bali gives delighting views of volcanoes and serene beaches. Here the newlyweds can enjoy at a romantic beachside villa or any other budget-friendly retreat filled by gorgeous rainforests. Visit the royal ancient Bali temples with your beloved included in Southeast Asia honeymoon packages.

Art lovers can head to Ubud known as the island’s artistic capital. It has plenty of workshops and museums for you to discover. Adventure enthusiasts can try a trekking trip to know about the popular volcanoes here - the gigantic Mount Agung or the smoldering Mount Batur.

For water lovers, scuba diving is always a great idea.

2. Singapore

Singapore is surely a treat for the Asian continent. The unique thing about this place is its numerous romantic sports combining with the modern architecture and natural beauty that gives it one of the finest honeymoon places in Asia.

For nature seekers, the Botanical gardens of Singapore is an excellent place.

Head to Marina Bay for its breathtaking views and a perfect romantic night. It also consists of an infinity pool where you can splurge and have fun in the waters.

Little India is the hideaway for every Indian having Singapore honeymoon packages.

3. Maldives

Maldives is the smallest but also the most gorgeous country of the world. The place is so incredible that it can enhance an edge of exoticness to your romantic life. Renowned for its romantic ambiance, crystal clear waters and the most superior scuba diving experiences, Maldives is indeed one of the much celebrated honeymoon destinations in Asia. Captivating resorts for honeymoon and floating bungalows that are found on the serene waters is truly one trait of Maldives that would make you dream to live here with your partner. Enjoy the delectable seafood and mouthwatering Maldivian cuisine. You can also enjoy the romantic strolls on the beach on serene full moon nights with your partner.

4. Japan

Japan is located on the Pacific Ocean, being a charming desert island. Filled with regal palaces, plethora of temples and holy places, skyscraper cities, and never ending national parks, Japan really has a lot to offer to everyone. For every island lover, this place must be the priority in bucket list. Take in the alluring view from majestic Mt. Fuji. Shop at amazing Mecca – Haarjukum. Visit different shrines and the Disney Sea. Have some alone time with your lover by staying in those traditional ryokans.

5. South Korea

South Korea is popularly known for its cultural heritage and is one of the less visited city but a perfect honeymoon destinations of the continent. Those of you who love shopping, the place has countless options. From authentic craft stores to the high-end luxurious designer stores or the bargain malls, you will find everything here. Visit the ancient architectures like Changgyeonggung, Gyeongbokgung and Deoksugung palaces. Seoul is a must visit for party animals.

6. Turkey

Another ideal honeymoon place in the continent is Turkey. It is situated in the West of Asia and East of Europe. With a plethora of cultural blends from Byzantine, Persian, Ottoman and Greek empires, Turkey is the best cultural delight for the honeymooners. Stay at Cappadocia’s exotic and happening cave resort. Try rejuvenating and heavenly couple spas or a warm aromatic steam bath here. To see the vibrant colors of the country, experience the hot balloon ride.

7. Koh Samui, Thailand

Being the most fascinating islands of Thailand, Koh Samui has beaches surrounded with palm trees and crystal clear waters. Couples who love beer would enjoy the place for its huge variety. Koh Samui has numerous beer bars that gives you with yummy local beer at two a penny. Adventure enthusiasts can try snorkeling and scuba diving in the clear waters of the island. Nightlife scene of the Chaweng Beach is a mandatory visit.

8. Hong Kong

Hong Kong includes various islands which are away from each other by not more than just some miles. Compared to the other cities in the Asian continent, Hong Kong is known to be really vivacious and colorful by its lifestyle and cityscape. Head to Nan Lian garden to see flowers from across the world. Take in the view at Victoria peak. Step inside the Hong Kong’s star light show which is surely unmissable. Check out the Ocean park to spend some romantic time with your loved one.

9. Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka is a little island suited for couples planning a budget getaway in Asia. The serene beaches, rainforest, and exotic wildlife form it a cherished and refreshing honeymoon destination. Take a tour to the Kandy’s temple of the tooth relic. Have romantic walks on the beaches while enjoying the picturesque view of the sunset. Next stop must be Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage. Discover Galle.

10. Chiang Mai, Thailand

Thailand is not only known for the beaches that can be seen at Chiang Mai. It is known for the majestic mountains, the tribal settlements, lively festivals, national parks, night markets, and temples

History enthusiasts can step inside Chiang Mai Foreign Cemetery. Mountain Biking is a must in your list. Try some amazing local cuisines. Take a tour to the Wat Phra That Doi Suthep.

11. Malaysia

Malaysia gives two entirely distinct experiences - Borneo that is an island formed with Indonesia and Brunei and the Malaysian Peninsula which is an extraordinary blend of Malay, Indian and Chinese flavors. It is a great budget tour of Asia. Check out the Petronas Twin Towers which are the World’s tallest twin tower included in Malaysia honeymoon packages.

12. Andaman, India

Andaman is amongst the most trendy honeymoon spot for newlyweds. With never ending activities to keep you occupied, finest beaches in India and isolated islands, there’s so much to give couples a great private time. Take a walk at the quiet and serene beaches. Spend sometime at one of those luxury resorts.

Adventure lovers can head to water sports, scuba diving, and snorkelling.

13. Taiwan

Taiwan is a charming tiny island that being remarkable as honeymoon destination of Asia. Includes a lot of dramatic majestic landscapes, modern cities as well as hot springs resorts, Taiwan is fascinating. It has a lot to offer for couples who are crazy about shopping and street food. Check out the Miaokou night market. trekking and hiking at Yushan Peaks can be lifetime experience. Spend a day rejuvenating in the sun at Trails of Toroko Gorge with your beloved.

14 Goa, India

If you are looking for a budget trip in Asia, Goa could be the ideal place. It is truly great for couples who want to chill and relax, drink and party all day without compromising on the romance and increasing fun element. Try some water sports here. Have lots of cheap beer. Be charmed by the incredibly vibrant nightlife. Have the seafood. Shop as much as you can.

15. Kerala, India

Kerala also popular as the God’s own country is divinely beautiful. It has number of beaches, lush greenery and romantic gateways that will give couples exactly what they want – love, romance, and peace! Visit the amazing temples here. Try the lip smacking South Indian food. Spend some time at the backwaters. Stay in a houseboat. Visit places such as Alleppey, Kovalam and Munnar.

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