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The Ultimate Bali Escape: My Best Vacation Ever When I think about the best vacation I’ve ever taken, Bali, Indonesia instantly comes to mind. This island paradise is the perfect mix of relaxation, adventure, culture, and world-class hospitality. From luxury beach resorts to lush jungle retreats, every part of the trip was pure magic.
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items Bali has it all—stunning landscapes, rich culture, mouthwatering food, and world-class hospitality. Whether you’re an adventurer looking for hikes and waterfalls, a beach lover craving crystal-clear waters, or a traveler seeking spiritual and wellnes...
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🏖️ Where to Stay: Luxury & Hidden Gems
🍽️ Culinary Delights: The Best Food in Bali
🍴 Best Restaurants in Bali for a Special Experience
🌴 Unforgettable Activities & Must-See Sights
🛍️ Shopping & Souvenirs
🌟 Why It Was the Best Vacation Ever
🏖️ Where to Stay: Luxury & Hidden Gems
My Bali experience felt like two vacations in one because I split my stay between two different areas:
A luxurious beachfront resort with stunning infinity pools, ocean-view villas, and world-class dining. Ideal for those looking to relax in style.
The Mulia Bali
Famous for its multi-tiered infinity pools overlooking the jungle, this resort is a peaceful retreat surrounded by nature.
Hanging Gardens of Bali
A cliffside resort with breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean, perfect for honeymooners or anyone seeking an ultra-luxurious stay.
The Edge Bali
A boutique eco-resort with bamboo villas, offering a sustainable and unique Bali experience.
Bambu Indah Resort
🍽️ Culinary Delights: The Best Food in Bali
Bali is a foodie’s paradise, and I made sure to try as much local cuisine as possible!
🍛 Nasi Goreng – Indonesian-style fried rice with a fried egg on top.
Nasi Goreng (Indonesian Fried Rice) - Allrecipes
🍢 Satay – Grilled skewers of marinated meat, served with peanut sauce.
Chicken Satay - Allrecipes
🐷 Babi Guling – Balinese roasted suckling pig, a local delicacy.
Warung Babi Guling Ibu Oka 3
Bebek Betutu (Slow-Cooked Duck in Banana Leaves) 🦆 A tender and aromatic duck dish, traditionally slow-cooked for 12+ hours with a rich blend of Balinese spices.
Bebek Betutu – Roast Duck In Banana Leaf - Bali.com
Lawar (Minced Meat with Herbs & Coconut) 🥥 A traditional dish made with minced meat, grated coconut, vegetables, and rich spices.
Balinese Chicken Lawar Recipe - Serious Eats
Jimbaran Grilled Seafood Feast 🦞 A beachfront dining experience with freshly grilled fish, prawns, calamari, and lobster, served with sambal and Balinese spices.
Jimbaran Bay Seafood - Bum…
Sate Lilit (Balinese Satay Skewers) 🍢 Unlike regular satay, this Balinese version is made with minced fish or chicken, wrapped around lemongrass sticks, and grilled over charcoal.
Bali Sate Lilit (Satay) - Cooking To Entertain
Gado-Gado (Indonesian Salad with Peanut Sauce) 🥗 A vegetarian-friendly dish featuring steamed vegetables, tofu, and a rich peanut sauce.
Gado Gado (Indonesian Salad With Peanut Sauce) - Serious Eats
🍴 Best Restaurants in Bali for a Special Experience
Bali has an incredible café culture, known for its smoothie bowls, fresh juices, and amazing coffee.
Kynd Community (Seminyak) 🌿 Famous for vegan-friendly smoothie bowls with beautiful designs. Try their pink lattes, matcha pancakes, and avocado toast. Super Instagrammable interiors!
Kynd
Locavore (Ubud) – Fine Dining 🌿 One of Asia’s top-rated restaurants, specializing in farm-to-table dining. Offers a seven-course tasting menu featuring local Balinese ingredients.
Herbivore
The Shady Shack (Canggu) 🥑 A cozy vegetarian café with delicious smoothie bowls and fresh salads. Must-try: Nourish Bowl, Iced Chai Latte, and Vegan Cheesecake.
Shady Shack Grill and Bar
The Cave (Uluwatu) – Dining in a Cave 🌄 A unique underground fine dining experience inside a real cave. Offers a seven-course tasting menu by a Michelin-starred chef.
The Cave Bali By Chef Ryan Clift
Crate Café (Canggu) 🍉 A hotspot for massive smoothie bowls, strong coffee, and vibrant atmosphere. Try the "Peanut Butter Delight" smoothie bowl or sourdough avocado toast.
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Café Lotus (Ubud) 🌺 A traditional Balinese café with a lotus pond view. Serves amazing Balinese coffee and fresh pastries.
The Cafe Lotus
Milk & Madu (Berawa & Ubud) 🍓 Best for brunch lovers, serving waffles, eggs benedict, and smoothie bowls. Try their "Berry Good" smoothie bowl and Madu’s signature coffee.
Milk & Madu
Mozaic (Ubud) – Romantic Dining ✨ Michelin-quality French-Balinese fusion cuisine in a tropical garden setting. Try the chef’s tasting menu with wine pairings.
Mozaic Restaurant Gastronomique
La Lucciola (Seminyak) – Beachfront Italian 🍕 A stunning beachfront Italian restaurant serving seafood and fresh pasta. Try the lobster ravioli and homemade tiramisu.
La Lucciola
Sangsaka (Seminyak) – Modern Indonesian 🍲 A hidden gem serving elevated Indonesian cuisine with modern twists. Must-try: Crispy Pork Belly & Smoked Duck.
Sangsaka Restaurant
🌴 Unforgettable Activities & Must-See Sights
Bali is packed with bucket-list experiences, and I made sure to soak in as much as possible
Mount Batur Sunrise Hike – A rewarding early morning trek with stunning sunrise views from the volcano's peak.
Mount Batur Sunrise
Tegalalang Rice Terraces – One of Bali’s most famous landscapes, perfect for photography and relaxing walks.
Tegalalang Rice Terrace - All You Need to Know BEFORE ...
Nusa Penida & Manta Ray Snorkeling – A short boat ride from Bali, Nusa Penida is home to Kelingking Beach and breathtaking snorkeling spots.
Snorkelling With Manta Rays in Nusa Penida, Bali
Sekumpul Waterfall – A hidden gem in North Bali, featuring multiple cascading waterfalls in a lush jungle setting.
Sekumpul Waterfall - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go ...
Uluwatu Temple & Kecak Fire Dance – Watch the dramatic sunset over the cliffs while enjoying a mesmerizing Balinese dance performance.
Kecak and Fire Dance
Tirta Empul Temple – Experience a traditional Balinese water purification ritual in sacred spring waters.
Pasar Senit Tirta Empul
Besakih Temple – Known as the "Mother Temple of Bali," this sacred site is the island's largest and most important temple.
Besakih Temple
Floating Breakfast & Private Pool Villas – Many resorts offer Instagram-worthy floating breakfasts, where you can dine in the comfort of your private pool.
The Most Photogenic Floating Breakfast in Bali | Tanah …
Yoga & Meditation in Ubud – Join a session at The Yoga Barn, one of Bali’s most famous wellness retreats.
14 MUST TRY Yoga Studios in Ubud • 2024 Guide - Balipedia
Balinese Massage & Spa – Indulge in a traditional Balinese massage, often incorporating essential oils and natural ingredients.
Divine Bali Spa & Massage – Best Massage Experience Bali
🛍️ Shopping & Souvenirs
Bali’s markets are filled with handmade crafts and unique souvenirs, so I made sure to bring a little piece of paradise home with me. Some of my favorite finds
👜 Ubud Art Market – Handmade crafts, batik fabrics, woven bags, and jewelry.
Ubud Art Market
☕ Kopi Luwak Coffee – One of the world’s rarest (and most expensive) coffees, made from beans eaten and processed by civet cats.
Kopi Luwak Coffee: The Origin, Taste, Cost and Benefits
💎 Celuk Village – The best place to buy handcrafted silver jewelry.
Celuk Village
👗 Seminyak Boutiques – Stylish beachwear, resort fashion, and designer accessories.
The 44 coolest clothing stores and boutiques in Seminyak
🌟 Why It Was the Best Vacation Ever
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