Bali … it’s one of those take-your-breath-away destinations. You ask yourself, Where has this place been all of my life? Continue reading
Category Archives: Indonesia
Bali: It’s All in the Details
Everyday life in Bali is dedicated to beauty, thankfulness, and loving attention to detail. Commonplace objects like a birdbath are transformed into works of art. Continue reading
Bali: The Constant Gardener
It was 5:30 am and already I heard the sound. The whoosh-whoosh of the gardener’s broom told me he was nearby, capturing errant leaves that dared to fall overnight. Continue reading
It Takes a Village: Not a Cliché in Bali
Bali’s traditions for newborn babies have been called “weird and astonishing” and “ a gorgeous birth culture,” but regardless of descriptions, these customs provide travelers with a fascinating look into a complex culture. Continue reading
Pleased and Appeased: Bali’s Gods and Spirits
As a tourist destination, Bali is an island of superlatives. Whether you’ve been to Bali or not, it seems to show up on most wish lists for a first visit or a return. Continue reading
Feasting in Bali: The Monsoon Spices It Up
Dining out is first and foremost about delicious food, but a truly memorable restaurant experience engages all five senses. Sometimes it’s a special occasion with plans and reservations; even better are the surprises that are happy chains of coincidences. Continue reading
Bali’s Exotic Flower Mandalas
Remember the old psych quiz where you’re asked a question and supposed to say the first word that comes to mind? If the question was How would you describe Bali?, we would blurt “Exotic!” Continue reading
