Bali lies between Java in the West and Lombok in the East. It is part of the Republic of Indonesia. Bali is home to a population of over 3 million, the vast majority of which are Indonesia's small Hindu minority. Bali is also the largest tourist destination in the country and is renowned for its highly developed arts, including dance, sculpture, painting, leather, metalworking and music.
The island's ecology and geography are greatly influenced by the towering mountain range of volcanoes that dominate the island. These majestic volcanoes created Bali's stunning mountainous landscape and they occasionally regenerate its soils and help produce heavy rains that provide this resort island with precious fresh water. There are lush tropical forests, fast flowing rivers and deep ravines and picturesque rice terraces and fertile vegetable and fruit gardens cover its alluvial plains. The island is surrounded by coral reefs.
First discovered by international community of traveling surfers and hippies; from outdoor activities to spiritual escapes to beach relaxation, Bali has a lot to offer travelers with a spirit for adventure and a desire to see one of the most beautiful islands in the world. Kuta Beach, Legian, and Seminyak, is by far Bali's busiest beach resort area. Kuta is busy with vendors, tourists and locals. Foods and drinks widely available, shade under trees close to the street and nice sandy beach. And a perfect place to learn to surf. This is the place where foreign females meet with local guys. The beach which is around 4 kms long divided consecutively into Kuta Beach, Legian Beach, Seminyak Beach, and Canggu Beach.
Travel Tips :
• Immigration : You need a visa for entering Indonesia, which you can do on arrival in Bali airport for EUR 35.-. It is only valid for 30 days, so if you plan to stay longer please contact the Indonesian embassy in your country or your travel agent for further details. Note that your passport has to be valid for more than 6 months after leaving Indonesia.
• Money / ATM / Credit cards: Indonesian Rupiah (IDR) is the currency on Bali. All money changers change EUR, but if you don’t have to take too much cash with you, there are plenty of ATM machines which accept any credit or ATM (Maestro) cards from home. Most of the shops and restaurants accept credit cards as well.
• Medical Information : Medical care is fine on Bali. The most important personal first aid is for cuts and wounds, common travel medication and sunscreen is also a very good idea.
How To Get There:
• Take fast ferry from Hotel Villa Ombak at Gili Trawangan direct Tanjung Benoa or Sanur, Bali. Trip is about 2-3 hours.
• Take direct flight from Mataram to Denpasar