Bali - Magical Island

We were doubtful each time we wanted to visit Bali as it had been bombed twice in 2002 and 2005. Everyone who visited Bali would say wonderful place. So we finally visited Bali in November 2011 on a 5 days 4 nights free and easy tour.

We were picked up from Denpasar airport by a driver arranged by Tjok Bagus, recommended by one of my Jakarta friend who studied in Bali. And was brought to check in to our Kuta Seaview Boutique Resort & Spa  booked through hotelclub.com.  The beach is just opposite the hotel. It was a relaxing day.
 


Hard Rock Cafe at Jalan Pantai Kuta

The next morning, our driver, Pak Gedek came to pick us for sightseeing.  We stopped at Bagli-Bali for Luwak Coffee which cost Rp60k and Male Coffee Rp30k.  The rental car which came with driver cost Rp275,000 per day.

Coffee

Then we went to Pura Bersakih, the mother temple, entrance fee was Rp50,000. You need to wear a sarong to be able to enter the temple.


Pura Besakih, the mother Temple

Later we had our lunch at Batur Sari Restaurant while enjoying the view of Batur Volcano and panorama of the biggest lake view.

Volcano

On the second day, we went to Tanah Lot, entrance fees cost Rp35,000.

Tanah LotTemple that stand on huge rock in the ocean

We also went to GWK (Garuda Wisnu Kencana) Statue, highest in the world and Dreamland beach, a beautiful white sandy beach.

At Uluwatu, holy temple in southern part of Bali we watched Kecak and Fire Dance with beautiful sunset. Tickets for 4 pax to watch the dance cost Rp280,000.



Indian Ocean Spectacular View from Uluwatu



Kecak Dance

Then we went to Jimbaran, famous for its fresh grill seafood, sitting by the beach.  The food here at Aroma Restaurant was excellent.




Grill Seafood dinner at Aroma, Jimbaran Bay

A day before we suppose to leave for home, we enjoyed our day in the hotel and the beach.  My both kids had went for Surfing lesson RP400,000 for 2 person.

We also went shopping at Quick Silver situated at Legian Street, the place where bombing took place in 2002 and visited the Memorial Monument.

Dont forget to try the Babi Guling or Suckling Pig, the famous balinese food.

Bali to me, a magical island as it attracts lots of visitors all over the world especially Australia.