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Learn About Cultural Etiquette for Your Trip to Bali

Posted on 15 June 2022

Bali is an incredibly interesting place to visit, partly because its culture and traditions are so unique. It isn’t too difficult to navigate the differences but it is really important to be aware and learn a little about Balinese etiquette before you arrive. Minor missteps in holy places and in people’s homes are usually forgiven but it is best to avoid if possible. Here are a few things to know about before you visit Bali. (more…)

Staying Sun Safe in the Strong Bali Sun

Posted on 19 May 2022

Bali’s location just 6 degrees south of the equator means the sun is much stronger than you may be used to. It’s quite easy to get burnt if you don’t protect your skin by either covering up or using a good sunscreen. Years of experience have taught us a lot about skin protection and we’d like to share this knowledge with you. (more…)

What to Do in Bali for Different Types of Travelers

Posted on 16 February 2022

Bali may not be a huge island but there are hundreds of things to see and do. If you are planning a visit to Bali it is great to have a plan to make sure you don’t miss out on anything. For adventurous travelers, culture lovers, and those that just want to chill, these plans will be quite different. Read on to get some tips on what to see and do for your style of travel. (more…)

Meet the Reef Sharks of Bali

Posted on 25 January 2022

Some might think we are crazy for looking for the ocean’s apex predator but sharks are an important part of the marine ecosystem. In Bali there are 3 different types of sharks that are quite common – blacktip, whitetip, and grey reef sharks.

All 3 are generally harmless and let divers be as long as they aren’t bothered. We’re going to talk about where can you see sharks around Bali and give you some tips (more…)

10 Bali Moments You Won’t Want to Miss

Posted on 10 December 2021

Bali is an islands of contrasts, colours, smells, tastes, and so many moments that will stick with you forever. You may have seen some of the following iconic moments photographed or filmed, but there is nothing like experiencing them for yourself. (more…)