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Top 10 Things To Do In Ubud Center

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In the uplands of Bali, there is located this scenic and internationally-known, destination – Ubud. This town in Bali is dotted by the popular Ubud waterfalls like Tukad Cepung and engirdled by lush greenery and nature. Being a popular destination in Bali, Ubud is a busy yet quaint neighborhood to visit. Talking about Ubud Center , well, it is the heart of the town. Here you just get to find a wide range of accommodation options but also a number of attractions to visit. There are natural wonders and architectural wonders to explore and experience. In this post, we will talk about the top 10 things to do in Ubud Center to make your time in the town in Ubud indelible. So, here we begin. Table of Contents 1 Top 10 things to do in Ubud Center 1.1 Explore Ubud Monkey Forest 1.2 Get a Massage 2 What To Expect – Bali 2.1 Visit The Famous Ubud Traditional Art Market – Ubud Shopping Centre 2.2 Ubud Palace 2.3 Alchemy Cafe 2.4 Ubud Fitness Center 3 What To Expect ...

Renting A Scooter In Bali – A Start To Finish Guide!

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What’s the first thing that comes into your mind thinking about vacationing in Bali ? For me, it’s pristine beaches, lakes surrounded by mountains , beautiful temples in the jungle , and all the Bali hidden gems. But, the island is not just restricted to this only, there is so much more to explore and experience in Bali than we could ever imagine especially in Munduk. The best way to relish all those experiences is by hiring a scooter in Bali. Yes, you heard it right! In the starting, you might be in a double thought of exploring Bali on a scooter, but trust me, there is no better way of making the best of your Bali trip. So, as the blog title itself suggests, let’s talk about renting a scooter in Bali .  Table of Contents 1 Who is eligible to hire a scooter in Bali? 2 Safety driving Indonesia 3 Police in Bali 4 What if you ride a scooter in Bali without a license? 5 Do you need Indonesia insurance along with a license? 6 Where can I rent a scooter in Bali? 7 How much wi...

Finding Komodo Dragons – One Day at Komodo National Park

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How many days should you spend at Komodo National Park ? Only one day! We’re here to share with you that a day trip at Komodo National Park, Indonesia is doable, affordable, and a must-visit in your  Indonesia itinerary . Plus,  Komodo is truly a picturesque place to visit ! Most of the Komodo National Park tours depart from Labuan Bajo, and head to Padar Island, Komodo Island, and Pink Beach (or Manta Point). Due to the harsh waves, our one day Komodo tour included hiking up Padar Island, hanging out with the famous Komodo dragons at Rinca Island, and snorkeling in the beautiful waters at Kelor Island. Why didn’t we spend a longer time here? During our research, we read that we needed at least 3+ days to explore the park and also the neighboring islands of Flores. With our limited time in Indonesia, including 4 days in Bali , we only had a one day window for a quick visit to Komodo. Seeing the Komodo dragons has been on our bucket list for years as it’s one of the top advent...

Cost For Foreigners Living in Bali

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Updated May 2019 Bali … One of the all-time hottest destinations in the world.  Whenever we tell anybody that we stayed in Bali for 2 months, the number 1 question we get asked often is ‘ is it really cheap like they say? The truth is, Bali can be as cheap as you want it to be. It can be as expensive as you want it to be as well, so no Bali is not 100% cheap but you can stay on a budget and save money in Bali. Today we will break down the cost for us staying in Bali for 60 days. One thing for sure, one of the most incredible things about Bali is that the living cost here is much more affordable. Let’s see how much do you need to travel or even live in Bali. We will discuss accommodations, transportation, food, exploring Bali gems and even some extra living expenses! Table of Contents 1 Bali Rentals Monthly 2 How To Get Around Bali? 3 Bali Food Prices 4 Exploring Around Bali 5 Best Waterfalls In Bali 6 Extra Bali Vacation Cost Bali Rentals Monthly ...

How to Get to Komodo Island on a Budget

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If you want to get to Komodo Island in Indonesia ; one of the New 7 Wonders of Nature , you’re going to need to do a bit of planning. It can be a bit confusing and seem super expensive since you’ll need multiple forms of transportation, but trust me when I say, it’s TOTALLY worth it ! Whether you really want to see those creepy Komodo Dragons , or get to a World Wonder like me, don’t be discouraged by the long transit time, because it’s definitely something you should see. Plus, if you’re thinking about how to get to Komodo Island, that means you’re already planning a trip to Indonesia! That’s double-awesome because there’s definitely a ton of things to do and see along the way. So in a nutshell , you need to get to Indonesia, and then get to Komodo Island, so I’ll break down how to do that from the beginning, and on the tightest budget possible. (Note: Exchange rate is about 13,000 IDR to $1 USD ) Jump To: 1. How...