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What's So Amazing About Bali

Why is it that so many people end up going back there time after time?

Well, I guess if you asked them, you'd get a whole variety of answers, but it is a special place and I'll run through some of the reasons why I love it and have been back there over 50 times and why I can't wait to get back there again.

The Swimming Pools… There's something indulgent about lounging around a lagoon shaped swimming pool, or sitting at the sunken pool bar with a cool breeze blowing through the coconut palms and the sun shining on a hot balmy afternoon.

The People… The Balinese are possibly the friendliest people you'll meet! They're polite, forever smiling and always welcoming. They've also a colourful culture based on peace, harmony and karma. Their ceremonies, music and art are unique to Bali. You won't find a more interesting culture!

The Scenery… Out of this world! From terraced rice paddies to the sandy palm-fringed beach disappearing off into the ocean mist. So many photo opportunities.

The Spas…Some of the best spas in the world are in Bali. Indulge!

The Shopping… Bali's such a great place for shopping and eating. Even an average kiwi can holiday like a king over there. Tailor made leather jackets, clothes, wooden carvings and just about everything locally made is dirt cheap compared to New Zealand prices.

Pictured is Muhammad, a watch seller in Seminyak. Bargain hard!

The Beaches… Even in the hottest days in New Zealand, it's still nippy getting in. Over there it's not.
Bali is famous for its surf beaches, namely Kuta, Uluwatu and Dreamlands (pictured) which face the west and to the east the beaches are protected by reefs so the water is calm. Lovina, on the north coast has a black sand beach.
I love Kuta beach the most. It's perfect for early morning walks, sunbathing and swimming during the day and looks beautiful all the time, at sunrise and during the stunning sunsets.

The Smells… Maybe it's the sweet aroma of Gudang Garam clove cigarettes or the frangipani fragrance that fills the air or the smell of incense sticks burning as an offering to their gods. I don't know what it is, but it's definitely Bali and its exotic composition gets me every time.

The Hotels… The infinity edged pools, the thatch roof bungalows and the extensive use of sand stone make some of Bali's top end resorts some of the best in the world and I love staying there or just having a look at an architectural work of art.

Pictured is the new Bulgari Resort, South Bali

The Food… I can eat the most delicious cuisine from all over the world in the finest of restaurants for a fraction of the price that it is in New Zealand. Fresh fruit is cheap - a chance to indulge in paw paw, mango, pineapple and fresh coconut milk.

A delightful array of dishes from Ku de ta, Seminyak.

And I could go on. For some, it's the Kuta atmosphere and nightlife. For surfers, it's the waves. For golfers, the perfectly manicured golf courses. Whatever it is, Bali's captured my heart and continually beckons me.

Bali Reviews

Peter Neely
THE BEST SURF! Bali has over 20 world-class surfing breaks that have to be surfed to be believed! A "bad surf" in Bali is often better than the best day back home. There's always a head-high wave with off-shore winds on either the east or west coast (just 30 minutes drive apart). Add plush hotels, cheap food, hot sunny days and a party 365 nights a year, and Bali really is the world's best surfer's paradise. Full info on Bali Surfing at www.indosurf.com.au

Anonymous
i went to Bali and had an AMAZING time !! The climate was off the hook.

Anonymous		1992, 1994, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2004 to 2008
Bali is a wonderful relaxing, friendly and safe place for a holiday. How many countries in the world can a women walk safely on the streets on her own after dark. The people, climate, culture, gardens, food, shopping and sea make it the best holiday destination. We have been many times with family and friends of all ages and everyone has loved their time in Bali. Can't wait till the next visit.

Lauren Hannan		1993,1994,1995, Oct 2006, Oct 2007
You can't go wrong with a place like Bali. I first travelled there as a young child with family and family friends - but have since returned all 'grownup' to experience the different side to Bali in my adulthood. Highlights for me would have to be the friendships you develop with the locals and their caring natures, Cheap SHOPPING (of course), The Monkey Forests (Its so neat being able to get up close, touch and feed them) , Yummy food for rock bottom prices! and to top it all off the scenery.. and Spa treatments are unbelievable!

Anonymous		1994, 1996, 1998, 2003
Absolutely wonderful place. If you don't like hecklers don't come, that's the only negative I would say about Bali. Except I love the heckling, the bartering, the challenge of the whole shopping experience. The people, the sunbathing, the atmosphere and the night life is fantastic. Our most recent two trips to Bali were in 1998 when we got married, and 2003 when we went back for our 5 year anniversary. We'll be heading back soon for our 10 year wedding anniversary.

Judy Wilson		1998,2000,2001,2002,2003,2004,2005,2006,2007
Bali is a fantastic place,we just love it. Have travelled the whole island and seen all walks of life within. Very genuine people who are extremely arty and crafty.We now have many friends and an Indonesian family.Hope when I retire to go and stay about 3 months.

dan message		1999 2000 2004 2007
i`m stoked that so many kiwis etc! keep going back time after time to this amazing country and its awesome friendly people. 2 weeks to go and counting for another detox stressless call it what you like holiday might see some of you guys n girls there. cheers DAN

tammy t		2004 ,2005, 2006
bali is such a lovely place the balinese are lovely people the shopping is just the best ever u get baragins baragins.. u must also go to the waterbom park what the best water park ever.. i love bali and would go again each year

Bryan		2004,2005,2006
In a word....AMAZING !! Whether its a relaxing holiday or a full on shopaholics trip your wanting, there is something to satisfy everyones needs! Don't be put off by whats happened in the past, live for the future! Remember....you only live once and you need to make sure you have no regrets when your gone!

ASH		2005 2004 2003 1998 + 2006 April
My wife and I have visited Bali 4 x, I go again in April by myself. Always had a great time, now have Balinese friends who we visit in their homes.The most friendly people so accomodating,forget the other tourists meet the locals. Food A+++ Shopping A+++ If anyone wants a local driver, honest reliable Email me to get a hassle free good deal ASH TOOTSIE@xtra.co.nz

corey w		2006
I have been to Bali 7 times now and am still discovering something new every time i go. The surf, food, people, culture and general atmosphere is totally unique to this dream island. I couldn't recommend it enough. I think its the sense of adventure that keeps me going back.

Tina		2009
Love love love Bali!!!! Awesome destination for a holiday. Returned to Oz just 2 days ago from Bali and can't wait to go back.

Becky		29.09.04-13.10.04
I hadn't been to Bali for about 7 years but nothing much had really changed. I took my partner there for the first time and he absolutely loved it, and the people there loved him. They kept asking me if he was my body guard. The people in Bali are so beautiful and friendly. The food is fabulous and the shopping is even better, I couldn't reccommend Bali enough, My partner proposed on my birthday while we were there so we are currently planning out honeymoon, and of course it is in Bali!!

Mischa Winnard		April 2006
We went with 30 friends to Bali last year for a 50th and had an absolute ball. The people are wonderful, the island beautiful. It was so fantastic we are all planning to go back April 2008, just now deciding where in Bali to go. They need and deserve our support.

Amanda		July'05
I've been to Bali 3 months ago and looking forward to go again and again.I've been to loads of other places before but when coming back home and planned another holiday I always tried to plan something different and always wanted to visit a different country.After I visited Bali, things changed a lot since I can not imagine myself going for holiday anywhere else.Its absolutely paradise on earth and everything is so special.Just can't wait till I go again.

timmo		June 04
Went for 2 weeks in june... not long enough. Great surf, great people. Going back real soon!

janine h		mar2004
absolutely amzing - bali has a strangely addictive atmosphere because once you been, you just want to go back again. the people are probably the most friendly you will ever find, the food amazing, the shopping is fabulous and everything is just so cheap you can live like a king. whether you want a relaxing or full on holiday, you cant go past bali!

Lalah		May 2009
I went over to Bali with a Friend and his family and throughly enjoyed myself - The shopping was GREAT!!!! I recomend that if you are thinking of going to Bali dont think about it just go - you wont regret it In one waord to sum my trip up...... TUMEKE!

lyall		sep 06 jan 07 may 07
had great time ,nice people no problems.

Jessamine		since 2004
My family have been going to Bali every year since 04 you can see how much we're in love with the place. My parents are moving over my mum has a teaching job over there now. and my partner and i just can't wait to go back with now a seccond child on the way i'm sure he'll love it as much as our first did.

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