Bali - a first time visit full of gratefulness (11-18 July 2024)

Thanks to the nice weather, it was a fulfilling journey in which we could
- admire the serenity of Ubud,
- witness the ritual purifying bath at Pura Tirta Empul,
- enjoy a relaxing lunch at Ritatkala Cafe with spectacular views of the Mountain Batur & Batur Lake,
- visit an authentic coffee plantation at Curtina Coffee Farm in Kintamani,
- stroll around Ubud Palace, Ubud Art Market…,
- taste the nasi campur langit at Sun Sun Warung, coconut ice cream at Tukies Coconut Shop…,
- experience the greenery beauty of Leke Leke Waterfall, the iconic view of Ulun Danu Beratan Temple & breathtaking scenery of Tanah Lot,
- check off my bucket list by visiting Kelingking Beach, Angel Billabong, Broken Beach & a surprisingly off the beaten path spot: Bubu Beach, in Nusa Penida,
- learn the Balinese Cuisine cooking techniques in The Pavilions Bali,
- finally, get into resort mode in Nusa Dua, lounging around beachfront, sun kissed along with sea breeze.
Among several accommodations, below hotels worth to stay again next time:
- Alaya Resort Ubud: good location for walkable distance to Ubud Palace & Art Market, an adjacent supermarket, tranquil rice paddy room view, clean & well maintained room & facilities;
- The Pavilions Bali: nice design & layout of the garden and villa, spacious with comfortable furniture creating a chic vibe, convenient location for a few minutes walk to Icon Bali & Sanur’s beachside walkway.
Here comes to our favourite restaurants during this trip:
- Sun Sun Warung (Ubud): the signature dish “nasi campur langit” is nicely presented at affordable price, and the dining atmosphere are full of Balinese vibe;
- Citrus Berry Ubud: cozy setting, food & drinks are tasty with attentive servers;
- Kaluma Bar & Restaurant (Sanur): classy setting, tasty food and drinks, attentive servers, a delightful dining experience.
For souvenirs, I’m happy to get:
- an insect repellent called “Begone Bug” from Utama Spice, it keeps fresh on skin and effective from mosquito bite during my stays in Bali;
- a batik sarong from Ubud Art Market;
- coffee beans from Kintamani;
- soap bars…as a soap collector.
Thank you Bali, for bringing home a sweet memory!