Bali or Bust

I stumbled across the island of Bali not too long ago while watching a show on TV, and now I'm a little obsessed with this Indonesian paradise.  I don't think I expected Indonesia to be quite so beautiful, but it really is.  Bali has been ranked by Travel & Leisure as the No. 1 island in Asia every year since 1998!  To top it off, it was recently ranked as the 2nd best island in the world.  To put that in perspective, Indonesia alone is made up of 17,500 islands, so to be ranked that high is amazing.  My personal dream is to stay in one of the many luxury villas and spas the island has to offer.  They look so beautiful and relaxing that I don't think I would ever want to leave.  I love their simple style and the way the outside and inside become one.

 

You get the best of both worlds on Bali:  One minute you can be on a white sand beach, the next exploring jungles filled with hidden temples.  Bali's many beaches are great for swimming, surfing, or exploring below the surface.  Want something a little out of the ordinary?  Check out the Elephant Safari Park!  Opened in 2000, visitors can get up close and personal with some of the largest mammals on Earth.  Hand feed them, pet them, or even go for a ride around the park.  There are certain times during the day where  you can see them paint or play games.  Whatever you choose to do in Bali, you're bound to have an amazing experience.  It's an island rich in culture and tradition, renowned for art, music and dance.  Honestly, how can you not love a place that looks like this?   

Just a note:  Check travel warnings before visiting here.  It's a beautiful place, but recently there have been threats against it.  As with anywhere, but especially this part of the world, it's smart to know what's going on before heading out.