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5 Balinese Hindu Ceremonies You Should See in Bali

Posted on 04 July 2018

Balinese Hinduism is a feast for the senses. The Balinese are very spiritual people and celebrate their religion with towers of offerings, dance, music and colourful clothing. Watching or even taking part in a Balinese Hindu ceremony is one of the most unforgettable things you can do in Bali. 5 of the most breathtaking are explained in our latest post, but ask the staff at Lotus Bungalows Candidasa or Gangga Divers to see if there are any ceremonies you could see during your stay. (more…)

A Travellers Guide to Basic Bahasa Indonesia

Posted on 05 June 2018

Indonesia is an incredible archipelago with over 17,500 islands. This enormous stretch of islands has everything from culture, world-class surf and diving and of course plenty of beautiful beaches, making it a traveler favorite. With a population of 242 million and over 300 languages spoken, it is Bahasa Indonesia, or the Indonesian standard language that ties the people together. (more…)

Visit Old Bali at Tenganan Village

Posted on 23 May 2018

Have you heard of Tenganan Village? It’s one of the oldest villages on the island of Bali and is only around 10 minutes from Lotus Bungalows Candidasa. You can learn so much about Bali’s history and the Bali Aga people when you visit the village so don’t miss it. (more…)

Exploring the Goa Lawah Bat Cave Temple in Bali

Posted on 20 March 2018

Goa Lawah is a very important temple for the Balinese people. It is one of Bali’s nine directional temples and is said to guard against evil spirits from the ocean. Visiting Goa Lawah from Lotus Bungalows Candidasa is an easy half-day trip and can include a delicious lunch of fish satay close to the temple. (more…)

Discovering East Bali – Things to Do and See around Candidasa

Posted on 25 October 2017

The majority of tourists visiting Bali stay in South Bali, but East Bali is also a fantastic place to visit and stay, especially if you prefer to see some of the culture and nature of the island.

There are tons of things to do and see, and if you are a diver the opportunities to see incredible marine life are endless. Check out some of the things you can do on an East Bali getaway. (more…)