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Is Bali Paradise?

Is Bali Paradise?

By on 05/11/2012 in Indonesia, Photo Essays

“Paradise” is a word often used to describe the island of Bali. Here are 6 reasons people might call Bali paradise. Do I agree? See my conclusion at the bottom of this post. 1.  The beaches and the views 2. The luxurious grounds of restaurants and hotels: 3.  The nature: 4.  The customs: 5. The [...]

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My Favorite Day on the Island of Bali

My Favorite Day on the Island of Bali

By on 11/22/2011 in Indonesia, Travel Tips and Inspiration, Travel with kids

I love birds. Really. So when we went to Bali the first time, I was sad not to have time to visit the Bali Bird Park but made absolutely sure we would get there during our second visit. Our one-day visit to the park and the Sangeh Monkey Forest ended up being my favorite day [...]

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Bali: The Sangeh Monkey Forest

Bali: The Sangeh Monkey Forest

By on 05/07/2011 in Indonesia

In 2009 my husband, son, and I spent two weeks at my father’s house in Sanur, Bali.  We had some wonderful experiences, but my favorite day of this trip was the one we spent at the Bali Bird Parkand the Sangeh Monkey Forest near Ubud.  I guess I have a soft spot for animals.

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Nyepi Day in Bali

Nyepi Day in Bali

By on 03/16/2010 in Indonesia

I know I’ve been posting about Bali a lot lately, but my father lives there, so I have a connection to it, and if you’ve been there, you know why it’s so easy to love this wonderful island.  Once in a while my dad sends me messages about what’s happening on the island, like a funeral procession [...]

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A Travel Photo Treat: Bali

A Travel Photo Treat: Bali

By on 03/08/2010 in A Travel Photo Treat, Indonesia

My last morning on the magical island of Bali… Eating breakfast on the beach and feeling disappointed because after just a few wonderful days on Bali, I wasn’t at all ready to leave.  Watching this woman walking slowly along the water in the early morning, balancing stuff on her head as many locals there do, [...]

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A Travel Photo Treat: Bali

A Travel Photo Treat: Bali

By on 02/21/2010 in A Travel Photo Treat, Indonesia

Bali is Hindu, making it unusual among the mostly Muslim population of Indonesia and giving the island a strong and unique religious feeling.  One of the ways a visitor can witness this is through these little offerings.  The Balinese prepare offerings to the gods every morning or at times throughout the day.  They consist of fresh flowers, incense, [...]

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