Bali is an island and the smallest province of Indonesia, and includes a few smaller neighboring islands. It is located in the westernmost end of the Lesser Sunda Islands, between Java to the west and Lombok to the east, and has its capital of Denpasar at the southern part of the island. It has a population of 3,890,757 in the 2010 census, which is currently 4.22 million.

My bucketlist will never be complete without a visit to this island. Because of its waves, Bali has become quite the popular tourist destination for surfers and wannabe's. The island is also known for its diverse culture, Hindu temples, and vast rice fields. It is best to visit Bali during the dry season between the month of May and September. 

The rooms are clean, the staff is accommodating, and the place is safe. The hotel also offers a relaxing in-house massage service, which is very convenient to guests. What's more, Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf is just at the ground level of our hotel!

Ketut was recommended by a colleague of mine. He described the man to be friendly and has good driving skills. For me, this is important, specially on long trips to unfamiliar places. I commend Ketut for always being on time and accommodating to our requests. 

Bali Photo Diary

Tegal Sari Bali Coffee & Spices
This place is a plantation where we got the chance to taste different kinds of coffee, cocoa, and tea.
 

Tanah Lot Temple

Tanah Lot is a rock formation in the Indonesian island of Bali. It is home to a pilgrimage temple, the Pura Tanah Lot (literally "Tanah Lot temple"), and is a popular tourist and cultural icon for photography and general exoticism.

A sumptuous dinner at Melasti Tanah Lot restaurant ended our Bedugul day tour.

One thing you should not miss when you visit Bali is the 2-hour surfing lessons offered by surf instructors. Before you hit the beginner's waves, the instructor will teach you how to handle the board, paddle out, catch waves, and stand up. After a few tries, falling off the board and being wiped out --- tadah! Look at my surfin' moves! ^^