Bali

Bali has it all. Scenic mountains, sacred temples, rich culture, sandy beaches, surf-worthy waves, lively nightlife, exciting shopping… and the list goes on. It is no surprise that it is known as the island of the Gods. If you don’t have a lot of time to visit a wide area in Indonesia, Bali is the perfect place to spend your holiday.

How to go — Bali-Denpasar International Airport is one of Indonesia’s most well-connected gateways. In addition to an extensive domestic flight network, it serves flights from major cities in Asia & Australia. Including Singapore, Hong Kong, Kuala Lumpur, Bangkok, Beijing, Tokyo, Sydney & Dubai. To as far as, Europe (Amsterdam, Istanbul, London) and Africa (Addis Ababa). Kuta Beach, the main tourist area in Bali, is within 20 minutes drive north of the airport. While Ubud may take an hour or more depending on the traffic.

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