“Life, religion and art all converge in Bali. They have no word in their language for ‘artist’ or ‘art.’ Everyone is an artist,” Anais Nin once wrote about Bali. Rich with cultural traditions—music, dance, craftsmen, art, temples—it is no surprise a vibrant community of artists and designers have also taken up residence here. Add gorgeous mountain landscapes, crystal clear waterfalls and lakes and and world-class resorts with a focus on wellness and you are truly in another world here. Eat, pray, love, repeat.
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Though Bali’s incredible resorts make it tempting to just stay put, there’s lots to discover on this culturally rich island, and Indagare can plan a customized itinerary that includes time for both relaxing and special-access exploring. Here is just one example of what our destination experts can create for you.
Arguably Bali’s most charming city, Ubud also remains the central hunting ground for the island’s best handicrafts. The countryside around Ubud is home to pretty, local farms set amid rice paddies—for a taste of the setting, hike Campuhan Ridge in the early morning. Another early-morning hike option is to the top of the still-active Batur Volcano to see the sunrise over the surrounding landscape and lake. After your hike, explore the temple of Pura Ulun Danu, once housed within the huge crater but relocated after the 1917 eruption.
With some of Bali’s most spectacular beaches, Uluwatu is also home to the excellent surf breaks and Indagare can book expeditions through our preferred surf school. Alternately, a day at Finn’s Beach Club starts with sunbeds and watersports and ends with bonfires and sunset cocktails come evening. The 11th-century temple of Uluwatu perches over the edge of cliffs with the emerald blue ocean sitting beyond. A day trip to one of the islands off the coast, such as Nusa Penida, Nusa Lembongan or Nusa Ceningan, is a must for snorkeling and diving aficionados.
As the only resort on the entirely undeveloped island of Sumba, Nihi sits on 560 acres of unspoiled natural land, including 1.5 miles of gorgeous and wild private beach. Originally built as a collection of rustic bungalows for surfers lured by its globally coveted, exclusive wave break, the property has since transformed into a luxurious, villa-style resort that doesn’t sacrifice its deep connection to—and protection of—the local community.
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For more evidence that eco-friendly can also be architecturally jaw-dropping, book a stay at Alila Uluwatu’s installation-worthy resort overlooking the Indian Ocean.
No matter how you picture this twenty-two bedroom property before you arrive, Ubud’s COMO Shambhala Estate will leave you speechless.
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While lacking the Balinese sense of place that the Como Shambhala Estate and Amandari offer, this Four Seasons is a fantastic Ubud area resort option for families with children.
Perched on the edge of a river gorge just outside of Ubud, Amandari was inspired by the layout of a traditional Balinese village, with river-stone walkways, thatched public spaces and high stone walls.
Whoever picked the setting for the 11th-century sea temple of Uluwatu certainly knew how to create a dramatic backdrop; the spot perches over the edge of the cliffs with the emerald blue ocean sitting beyond. The best time to see...
“Throw down to the ground” is the direct translation of Ubud’s latest cultural attraction: Mepantigan. Here, Judo, taekwondo, Brazilian capoeira, Korean self-defense, mud-wrestling, Balinese folklore and shadow puppetry are fused, and it’s fun for the whole family to watch or...
Located about 20 minutes outside of Ubud, the Green School is the second act of acclaimed Canadian jeweler John Hardy and his Californian wife Cynthia, who have lived in Bali for decades. The world’s first sustainable educational institution, built entirely...
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At first glance, Hong Kong is a Western territory, all shiny skyscrapers and multi-lingual business people. But scratch the surface, and it reveals deep Chinese roots, where superstitions and traditions are solidly embedded. Since 1997, Hong Kong has been part...
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The archipelago, which comprises more than 17,000 islands, including Bali, boasts some of the world’s most beautiful landscapes—both above the water and under the sea (it’s a popular destination for scuba divers).
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