Indonesia / Bali Itinerary and Hotel Advice
Jan 7, 2020, 6:33 am
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Indonesia / Bali Itinerary and Hotel Advice
Hi all - new to this group! I'm planning a trip to celebrate a milestone birthday and anniversary. Want to go to Indonesia to Nihi Sumba and divide the time with somewhere in Bali. Coming from the U.S., so don't have a ton of time - - any recommendations on suggested itineraries for Bali with simple logistics? Thanks for the help!
Jan 7, 2020, 7:15 am
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I don't know how many days you have but if it's around a week I'd suggest you stay in Seminyak a few days if you're not big on the party scene otherwise Kuta. It would be a good base to explore the south of the Island. Ubud is worth a few days for the culture, nature, relaxation.
Jan 7, 2020, 11:45 am
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My usual copypasta guidance for Bali from Travelfish, an Australian who lives there.
Jan 9, 2020, 4:37 am
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My usual copypasta guidance for Bali from Travelfish, an Australian who lives there.
If you are looking for somewhere just a little bit exclusive (once the day trippers are gone) then you could look at Nusa Lembongan. It's an island about 90minutes on a fast boat from Sanur, close(ish) to the airport.
https://wikitravel.org/en/Nusa_Lembongan
For Bali itself:
Ubud was charming some years' ago, but now it's as over-run as Kuta.
I still rate Seminyak as a main-stream resort, something for everybody, for all tastes.
A little quieter with much nicer beach is Jimboran in the south of the island
Jan 9, 2020, 5:26 am
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Ubud is indeed plain utterly awful these days, unless your idea of a relaxing vacation is being constantly -- and I mean constantly -- accosted by massage and transport vendors. At least the copy watch vendors seem long gone.
There are though green and quiet villages a few kms from Ubud where a stay might be more pleasant.
There are though green and quiet villages a few kms from Ubud where a stay might be more pleasant.
Jan 9, 2020, 9:41 am
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Hm, I was in Ubud five times but last time it was >3 years ago. I didn't know that situation got that bad there.
If someone is quite experienced with Bali, could you please recommend a place then, which would satisfy following requirements:
- No more than 1.5h drive from the airport
- Ability to rent 2b great villa in a quiet environment with pool for no more than USD $100/night
- Good, not expensive local restaurants within no more than 10 min walking distance.
All above is (well, better to say was) satisfied when we stayed at Penestanan village in Ubud. But I am open for other options as well.
If someone is quite experienced with Bali, could you please recommend a place then, which would satisfy following requirements:
- No more than 1.5h drive from the airport
- Ability to rent 2b great villa in a quiet environment with pool for no more than USD $100/night
- Good, not expensive local restaurants within no more than 10 min walking distance.
All above is (well, better to say was) satisfied when we stayed at Penestanan village in Ubud. But I am open for other options as well.
Jan 9, 2020, 1:34 pm
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I don't stay in high-end places, so I can't suggest a specific place, but if you're outside urban Ubud the situation isn't bad. And if the situation three years ago didn't bother you, then the situation today probably won't either. I'm talking degradation I've seen over decades, not years.
Jan 10, 2020, 1:01 am
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I don't stay in high-end places, so I can't suggest a specific place, but if you're outside urban Ubud the situation isn't bad. And if the situation three years ago didn't bother you, then the situation today probably won't either. I'm talking degradation I've seen over decades, not years.
Question still remains - if there are places fitting requirement above - please share.
Jan 10, 2020, 8:18 pm
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Hm, I was in Ubud five times but last time it was >3 years ago. I didn't know that situation got that bad there.
If someone is quite experienced with Bali, could you please recommend a place then, which would satisfy following requirements:
- No more than 1.5h drive from the airport
- Ability to rent 2b great villa in a quiet environment with pool for no more than USD $100/night
- Good, not expensive local restaurants within no more than 10 min walking distance.
All above is (well, better to say was) satisfied when we stayed at Penestanan village in Ubud. But I am open for other options as well.
If someone is quite experienced with Bali, could you please recommend a place then, which would satisfy following requirements:
- No more than 1.5h drive from the airport
- Ability to rent 2b great villa in a quiet environment with pool for no more than USD $100/night
- Good, not expensive local restaurants within no more than 10 min walking distance.
All above is (well, better to say was) satisfied when we stayed at Penestanan village in Ubud. But I am open for other options as well.
May 8, 2020, 5:52 am
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Thanks to all who replied. We just got our flights (assuming all is okay in the world Mar 2021). Logistics wise, we have 1 1/2 days in Bali before we head to Sumba. Should we just take it easy and stay in Jimbaran near the airport or make our way to Seminyak to get a bit more of the action and Bali flavor? Will be traveling from US with a 5 year old.