19 Instagrammable Cafes in Bali

Sidemen is Bali green at its best! Rolling rice fields, rice terraces, rushing rivers, epic waterfalls and total village vibes. It is a spot for nature lovers, people wanting to get away from the crowds and people wanting to experience the real village life of the Bali of old.

Celebrate Easter in Bali, an event round-up by Bali Buddies. From take-away to cliff-side sunset dining, plus amazing staycation deals.

There are so many fun activities in Bali to enjoy and given that we are on a tropical island, some of the best Bali activities take place in the water. Here’s our round-up.

When living in Bali as an expat, you want to deal with businesses that you can count on to make life hassle-free. We listed 5 of them here.

For those that haven’t enjoyed a Nyepi Day in Bali just yet, you are in for something that is not like what you’ve seen anywhere else in the world. This is our annual round-up of Nyepi offers.

The infamous Indonesian island of Bali provides a range of brunch spots perfect for a Sunday with friends, and we’re here to divulge our favorites. Bali’s best brunches through the eyes of Bali Buddies.

Here are our top 10 picks on how to celebrate Valentine’s Day in Bali this year. From helicopter flights to boat trips, and from dining by the sea to dining under the sea, we’ve got you covered.

Celebrate the arrival of the year of the Ox in Bali. We’ve listed down 8 venues with Chinese New Year celebrations all around Bali.

Enjoy the pool, spa, and other facilities of Bali’s most popular beach clubs and resorts. Here’s our round-up of Bali’s best day passes.

From tea tasting and pottery classes to experiencing life in a Balinese village, get hands on at these workshops and activities in Bali.

While technically not part of Bali, the famous Gili Islands are close enough to combine a visit as part of your Bali itinerary. A look into our recent family Gili getaway.

Well, what a year it has been, this year (more than most) Bali is eager to welcome a New Year! Here’s our round-up of events for celebrating New Year in Bali. 

We want to make your Christmas special this year, so we’ve put together this blog on Christmas in Bali to help you get ready and celebrate Christmas, including a Bali Christmas gift shopping guide.

We use Express VPN in Bali for secure browsing and to get the best travel deals out there. Read how we save on our travels with a VPN.

Bali venues have stepped and have created their own style of cinema to keep us all safe and entertained during Covid-19 times (and hopefully thereafter). 

You may not be ready to go on holiday just yet, but a good deal makes early planning well worth your while. Check out the best hotel deals and staycation offers in Bali right now.

We asked a Jakarta based Aussie expat about her experience of taking her family to Bali for a holiday during COVID-19.

A round-up of 7 things to do in Ubud with a budget of only Rp. 100k. Explore the cultural center of Bali on a budget.

No vacation to Bali is complete without trying some local cuisine. One of the cheapest and easiest ways to try street food is to visit a night market.

What’s happening in Bali for Halloween this year? Here’s our event round-up, covering adult-only and family events, plus tips to getting ready.

Take gorgeous pics, connect with nature, take in amazing views; enjoy a stay in one of our 5 favorite tree house hotels in Bali.

Our perfect Sanur day on a budget of only Rp. 100k. Find our 7 favourite things to do in Sanur when on a budget.

In this article, you’ll find our 5 top reasons on why you should come to Bali ASAP if you are in Indonesia right now. Book your ticket and start packing your bags already. 

Surf, sun and sand—what more could you ask for from Bali’s best beaches?

In normal times we’d currently be in the peak of Bali’s high season – endless events, crowded venues, lots of traffic… and tons of visitors. This year’s high season is anything but those things… but it has given us a chance to slow down, to explore Bali more and to meet tons of interesting people who also call this Island home.

Kuta these days is certainly not looking like how most of us have known it in our lifetimes. It’s time to go back to Kuta and experience it like it’s the 70s.

Find your Bali dream villa for your next family-getaway, wedding, or event. Here’s a list of our favorite Nakula villas on the island.

Longing to get back to Nusa Lembongan? We did, and were lucky enough to take the fast boat over from Bali. Here’s a review of our recent trip to Lembongan.

While travelling to Bali during COVID-19 is an entirely personal decision and totally up to you, we can give you up to date information on what is happening in Bali during these times and how Bali is handling the situation.

Bali is officially welcoming back domestic tourism as of July 31, 2020. If you are planning on travelling to Bali there are some conditions of
entry that you need to be aware of before you travel.

Here you are, this is Emi’s dairy, a peek in the life of what’s it’s like to be an intern at Bali Buddies. Scroll down and read some of my amazing experiences.

Welcome to the Bali dairy of Holly, an intern at Bali Buddies. On this page, I’ll take you on a journey and show you what’s the life of an intern in Bali is

Hi, and welcome to my intern dairy. I’d love to share with you a peek into the life of an intern with Bali Buddies. Here are a few of the highlights of my first three months of interning

In case you’ve missed this episode of A Current Affair on Australian TV.

If getting off the beaten track is up your thing, this trekking and bird watching in West Bali National Park tour ought to be on your list.

We have been making the most of Bali ISO life and we are lucky to have many amazing businesses that are making it easy for us. Here are our favourites.

We have been inspired at seeing the many community led initiatives aimed at helping the people out of work and to help the community of Bali to contain the virus.

How to use GRAB to make your Bali holiday easier and cheaper? Here’s our take on Bali’s most popular app based service.

Celebrate the magical day of Nyepi in Bali. Book one of these irresistible offers for an experience to remember.

Ready to get shopping? We’re guiding you to 11 of Bali’s most exciting island markets, because what’s a holiday without a little souvenir searching?

From the top local chain picture houses to independent cinemas, we cover them all. Read our blog for more inspiration about cinemas in Bali.

For those lucky enough to be in Bali during the holiday season, we have handpicked some must-not-miss venues to celebrate Christmas in 2019!

Just a 30 minute fast boat ride from Sanur, Bali you will discover the beautiful Island of Nusa Lembongan. This small Island is a fantastic add on to your Bali stay.

No trip to Bali is complete without indulging in some self pampering. Here’s a list with our favourite spa experiences in Bali.

Bali is just one piece of the massive Indonesian puzzle. Nonetheless, a diverse range of land and culture rests within its confines. With a number of regions across the famous island, anyone can find their nook.

If there’s one thing that can turn a sweet vacation sour, it’s getting your money stolen. Unfortunately, in many places across Bali and Southeast Asia, this crime is not unheard of. Here are our tips for a safe vacation.

Bali may have the reputation of being a party island with sizzling nightclubs and bars teaming with party people, but it also is a mecca for kids.

There’s more than one way to enjoy paradise, and these Nusa Penida tours are evidence.

If you can afford to travel, you can afford travel insurance. Get protected on your travels by buying a travel insurance in advance. Read more tips in our blog.

There’s one day a year that the island of Bali literally shuts down. Nobody is allowed on the streets, malls are closed, beached are empty, and even the airport is closed; no air traffic for a period of 24 hours.

Maybe you’re familiar with the unpredictable weather of the wet season in the tropics, or perhaps you’re taken aback by the Bali rain. Whatever the case, you’ll surely want to fill even the cloudiest of days with activities that will make your Bali stay one for the memory books.

Recently we took the family for a stay at Grand Mirage all-inclusive resort in Nusa Dua for the “all-inclusive” Gold package. We’ve never really done the whole all-inclusive experience as we love to explore the many..

Are you coming to Bali all excited about the prospect of shopping after a lazy beach day? You’ll be surprised and delighted at the variety and the number of shops on this Island. Here’s our take on Bali’s Best Shopping Malls:

When you were a kid, did you like telling ghost stories and watching scary movies? Do you like a good vampire story and are you not afraid to enter abandoned buildings? Then you’ll love to find out more about Bali’s abandoned places, considered to be haunted…

Seminyak is full of busy streets, amazing restaurants, fantastic shops, gorgeous beach clubs and bars and not somewhere that you picture rolling green lawns and wide

While we love Bali there are some things that are useful to know before your trip as not get “sucked in” to common scams that happen to tourists. We’ve put together a list below of things we know

Gone are the days of Bali just being the budget holiday destination. Over the past few years we have seen Bali’s 5 Star luxury side develop and become more popular – and oh what delights it holds! We were fortunate enough to experience one of…

We have always had a soft spot for Sanur – the lovely laid back village vibe, the fabulous protected beach, which the children can enjoy without being toppled by waves and the fabulous long pathway along the beach to take long walks or bike rides….

Earlier in the year we spent a month in Bali with our children. During this trip we took some time to explore the North of Bali. We had heard of a gorgeous beach front resort in Tembok that was owned by a lovely Balinese lady…

The word Hyatt is famous for world class luxury in holiday accommodation, so late last year we were very excited to be visiting Grand Hyatt in Nusa Dua. Nusa Dua is a luxury area of Bali with some of the most beautiful white beaches and…

Jimbaran is a part of Bali that we have visited by day many times – mostly to visit a gorgeous beach club or bar or to have fresh seafood on the beach. It has never been a part of Bali where we have stayed in…

Towards the end of last year we were lucky enough to stay at the new Sheraton Resort in Kuta. Being Seminyak lovers we haven’t stayed in Kuta for many years, so this was something different for us. Upon entering the Sheraton we were blown away…

For those guys who loathe candles & spa music, they have to check out The Barber of Bali, It’s a total man cave, cold Bintang in the fridge, harder drinks, juice, coffee on order, classic rock playing, as three highly skilled barbers go about grooming…

Have you seen the Kura-Kura buses getting around Bali?

Kura-Kura is a new public shuttle bus service operating daily in popular tourist areas of Bali. They currently have 7 bus lines: KUTA, LEGIAN, SEMINYAK, JIMBARAN, PECATU INDAH RESORT (DREAMLAND)…

Balinese women are now getting a little extra support from Australian sisters Naomi Ross and Judi McCormack. These sisters have created a Facebook group called “Bras for Bali“. Bras for Bali is an initiative to collect unwanted bras from Aussie women to donate and distribute to…

When taking off on overseas trip everyone’s worst nightmare is to forget their passport right? Well what can be just as devastating is being in line at the airport and ready to checkin and being told that you don’t have enough validity on your passport!…

Bali Buddies can book your half day or full day shopping tours with our experienced shopping agent!

These tours are personalised and can be tailored to the item/s that your are looking for. Our agent will take you to all of our preferred suppliers and help to arrange and quote

Bali Buddies can book your half day or full day shopping tours with our experienced shopping agent!

These tours are personalised and can be tailored to the item/s that your are looking for. Our agent will take you to all of our preferred suppliers and help to arrange and quote