Travel: 7 reasons Bali will steal your heart

7 Reasons Bali will steal your heart

MF editorial team

06 Feb 2015

mis à jour le 6 October 2015 à 23:21

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Natural greenery
Oozing from every crevice of this volcanic island, the shades of natural greenery on Bali are like no other you’ve ever seen. Witness the vibrant emerald hues up close and personal by going for a trek through the terraced rice paddies, a river raft through the rainforest or a drive around the countryside. Nature lovers will never get over the breathtaking views that await you around every curve in the road and bend in the trail. This is just the rejuvenating break from the outside world that everyone needs from time to time.
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Surf Scene
Undoubtedly, the discovery of surf in Bali is what attracted the first stream of visitors to the island in the 1960s. Though the island has evolved a lot since then, the waves have remained the same, creating a robust and spirited surf culture along the way. To this day, surfers from all backgrounds and levels of experience gravitate towards Bali and the surrounding Indonesian islands to try their hand on some of the best waves in the world. Luckily for all of our non-surfers out there, there now exist trendy beachfront pool clubs and drink shacks in the sand where you can sip on a fresh coconut and take the sport of wave watching to a whole new level of satisfaction.
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Endless Beaches
When all else fails in life, vamos a la playa - head to the beach! As a land atoll surrounded by the waters of the Indian Ocean, Bali is certainly not lacking in beachfront property. From the more populated beaches of Kuta and Seminyak to the hidden coves of powdery sand that exist elsewhere along the island’s coast, there is always a picturesque setting to rent an umbrella, frolic in the sea and soak in some sun rays with friends and a good book.
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Balinese people
It’s not just the unique Hindu culture of Bali that sparks the soul’s curiosity, it’s the individual people too. Genuinely curious as to where you are you from and what your experience is like in Bali, there is always a fun and earnest conversation to be had with the local residents, no matter the age! Spark a conversation with the driver and soon you’re getting invited to a home cooked dinner with his family; talk to the woman at the food market for long enough and she’ll show you the proper technique for smashing tomatoes and chilis into spicy sambal paste. On top of that, you never know what kind of rare insight you’ll get into the daily rituals, offerings and ceremonies that have made Bali stand out amongst its neighboring Indonesian islands.
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Villa Pools
High atop clifftops, perched on the edge of jungle gorges or beachfront with uninterrupted views of the sea, the infinity pools in Bali will no doubt leave you at a loss for exclamatory words. If you’re on the east coast in secluded Amed, night swims and star gazing from the pool are a must; over in Nusa Dua, you can float in the shallows and stare endlessly at the aqua sea and white stretches of beach some 70 meters down the cliffside.
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Unique cuisine
The juxtaposition of local street carts next to innovative, 5 star restaurants is one of the best things about Bali. Whether you are craving a meal of coconut rice and steamed chicken noodles for less than a dollar or a more refined plate of beef bamboo dumplings and a chilled Moscow Mule, you are never short on culinary options during a trip to Bali. We’re warning you now though, you may just fall in love with the cooking here, and as it is quite tough to find Indo food outside of the country, make sure you get your fix while you can!
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Motorbikes
Whether you’re driving one, on the back of one or simply trying to avoid getting hit by one, motorbikes do add to the charm of the Bali lifestyle. Streets can be on the small size (understatement) and well, sometimes scooters are just the best way to get from point A to point B. Ditch the car’s AC and let the intoxicating ocean breeze lead you to the beach. There are a few do’s and don’ts when riding a motorbike in Bali, but as long as you wear a helmet and learn the flow of island traffic beforehand, we are confident you’ll be zipping around in no time.

From its unique cuisine to the endless beaches and the natural greenery - We dish out on the many reasons why Bali is a dreamy vacation destination.

It is no big secret why the island of Bali has continuously been awarded high ranks by prestigious global travel organizations, including “Top 5 tropical islands in the world” by Condé Nast and “Best destination in Southeast Asia” by ANN. Stealing many travellers' minds and hearts over the decades, here we give you 7 reasons why by the end of your visit to Bali you too will enamoured by this paradisical corner of the world.

This article was written in collaboration with villa-bali.com, your destination to booking the best hand-picked private villas in Bali.

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