Posted on 17 July 2018
Staying in East Bali gives you the perfect opportunity to explore the traditions and culture of the Balinese. The Hindu religion is the centre point of Balinese life. You’ll see this all over the island in the form of colourful processions, temple ceremonies and rituals in local peoples’ homes. (more…)
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…)
Posted on 19 June 2018
Mola Mola or giant sunfish are one of the most incredible creatures to see in waters around Bali. The best place to see them is off the coast of Candisasa, East Bali, where Lotus Bungalows is located. If you’d like to dive with these fish, read on to find out more about the species, and plan when and where to see them. (more…)
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…)
Posted on 23 May 2018
