Bali Tips & articles

Tips & articles

  1. Four days in Ubud: Beyond Eat, Pray, Love

    16 December 2011

    It’s impossible these days to think about Ubud – Bali’s cultural heart – without also considering the enormous success of...

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  2. Bali: beyond the usual suspects

    02 December 2011

    Bali may have its fair share of tourists seeking nothing more than seven days of sun, sand and sex in...

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  3. Top 25 experiences in Bali & Lombok

    03 July 2011

    The mere mention of ‘Bali‘ evokes thoughts of a paradise. It’s more than a place: it’s a mood, an aspiration,...

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  4. Spa aaaah: Bali’s best spas and chill-out spots

    19 June 2011

    Whether it’s a total wind-down for the mind, body and spirit, or simply the desire for some quick-fix serenity, lots...

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  5. 10 most beautiful places in the world to wake up in

    08 April 2011

    This content was specially produced by Lonely Planet for Hyatt.Even if you’re not a morning person, opening your eyes in...

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  6. Bali & Lombok: find the spot for you

    17 March 2011

    When you’re on holiday, there’s no doubt you’re in search of something. Maybe you’re looking to relax or maybe to...

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  7. What’s new in Bali and Lombok, 2011

    15 March 2011

    In this excerpt from our latest Bali & Lombok guidebook, (one of our new-look guides – check them out!) we...

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  8. Where to rest and recharge after the party season

    31 December 2010

    The holiday season is a whole lot of fun. A rigid 9-to-5 job starts to take on a more elastic...

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  9. World’s best festivals: Nyepi (Balinese New Year)

    09 December 2010

    This is an excerpt from Lonely Planet’s A Year of Festivals.Location: Throughout BaliDates: The Luna...

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  10. What the strong Australian Dollar means for local travellers

    08 November 2010

    The AUD is currently $0.98 to the USD and predicted to hit parity and soar as high as $1.02 to...

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  11. Top places to see puppets around the world

    12 October 2010

    “Nobody’s looking for a puppeteer in today’s wintry economic climate,” complained the unemployed Craig Schwartz, the character portrayed by John...

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  12. Billionaire beach cabanas

    11 August 2010

    The beach cabana has become prime holiday real estate.  For the price of the average honeymoon suite, some hotels are...

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  13. Essential Bali

    21 July 2009

    It’s time to take it easy! A trip to Bali puts you on the most visitor-friendly island of Indonesia. White-sand...

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