Bali – the Island of the Gods
Bali, with its lush forests, magnificent mountains, tropical vibe, and sandy beaches, is a popular destination for health and wellness enthusiasts. And of course, the Island of the Gods is famous for its retreats, making it one of the ultimate yoga destinations on your list if you want to improve on your practice. While the……..
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Bali has it all – lush tropical forests, stunning beaches, mountains and a volcano or three to climb, sunshine most of the year, a diverse and rich culture – no wonder it is called ‘The Island of the Gods’. An enchanting island to relax and unwind. Whilst most tourists head for Kuta, Sanur or Ubud……..
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2019 has only just started, and already my plans for the year are beginning to come together. I am going to try to be more spontaneous and not book too far in advance this year so that I can take advantage of any last minute opportunities that come along. Although I really enjoy housesitting, I……..
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With a backdrop of the unspoilt West Bali National Park, NusaBay Menjangen is blessed with an abundance of wildlife, most of which you hear, but do not see; birds high in the trees singing their songs, the rustle of lizards and other small reptiles. I love watching the gentle deer who meander through the resort,……..
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NusaBay Menjangan is one of those delightful places you come across and you want to tell everyone about, but then hesitate as you also want to keep it to yourself. The resort is only accessible by boat, there are no cars and the only scooters are used by the park rangers, so it is uber-quiet,……..
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Today, the 1st of November 2017 is the first day of Galungan in Bali. A tradition when the Balinese start the 10 day process of giving gratitude to their ancestors. The Galungan is the day that the ancestors come to visit and they are welcomed with elaborate offerings and prayers. The ancestors stay for 10 days……..
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