Bali has for sure been one of my favorite places I have visited so far. Everyone speaks English and is really friendly. The island is dependent on tourism so everyone goes out of their way to make you feel welcome and relaxed. Every part of the island has its own quirks and charm. During my stay I spend my first week in Ubud and my second week in Lovina.
Ubud became popular because of the Eat, Pray, Love book by Elizabeth Gilbert that every millennial has read and become inspired by. Since this books release, tourism has boomed in the city. But despite this, many things are still uninterrupted such as the daily offerings of flowers and incense that cover the streets.
Ubud has become know as a yoga haven with endless shops and classes that devoted yogis can wander between. For people who do not have the flexibility and body control for yoga such as myself, it is a great place to learn the basics as the whole city automatically makes you feel more centered. I opted to do yoga on the front porch of my guesthouse every morning because I didn't want anyone else to see how bad at yoga I really am. Every morning I would be given fresh tea and fruit on my porch table then I would spend a bit of time trying to master basic yoga skills while watching a family tend to its rice field.
There are many other classes that you can take through out the island for your varied interested. I did a jewelry making class where we made our own silver rings which I would highly recommend. I also did a cooking class where I was taken to a locals house and he taught me traditional Balinese delicacies.
In Lovina, I spent hours at the beach and by the pool reading and relaxing as I was the only guest in my hotel. I rented a motor bike and only got into one accident in which I slowly ran into a tree. Thankfully the bike was able to zoom away unharmed. I did a 3 day scuba diving course in which I was able to a get a new certification as well as do unbelievable things such as night diving and shipwreck diving. My last morning I was woken up at 4 to go on a boat and chase dolphins across the ocean which was an amazing way to end my vacation.
Overall Bali was exactly what I had hoped it would be and more. It was easier to get around than I expected and hiring a driver was beyond simple. There is no wondering about how this little island in the middle of Indonesia became one of the most popular destinations in the world.
Bali has for sure been one of my favorite places I have visited so far. Everyone speaks English and is really friendly. The island is dependent on tourism so everyone goes out of their way to make you feel welcome and relaxed. Every part of the island has its own quirks and charm. During my stay I spend my first week in Ubud and my second week in Lovina. 
Ubud became popular because of the Eat, Pray, Love book by Elizabeth Gilbert that every millennial has read and become inspired by. Since this books release, tourism has boomed in the city. But despite this, many things are still uninterrupted such as the daily offerings of flowers and incense that cover the streets. 
Ubud has become know as a yoga haven with endless shops and classes that devoted yogis can wander between. For people who do not have the flexibility and body control for yoga such as myself, it is a great place to learn the basics as the whole city automatically makes you feel more centered. I opted to do yoga on the front porch of my guesthouse every morning because I didn't want anyone else to see how bad at yoga I really am. Every morning I would be given fresh tea and fruit on my porch table then I would spend a bit of time trying to master basic yoga skills while watching a family tend to its rice field.
There are many other classes that you can take through out the island for your varied interested. I did a jewelry making class where we made our own silver rings which I would highly recommend. I also did a cooking class where I was taken to a locals house and he taught me traditional Balinese delicacies.
Overall Bali was exactly what I had hoped it would be and more. It was easier to get around than I expected and hiring a driver was beyond simple. There is no wondering about how this little island in the middle of Indonesia became one of the most popular destinations in the world. 
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