Bali is an easy place to fall in love with, but there are a few things worth knowing before you arrive. From visas and arrival forms to local customs, money, food safety and even the footpaths, being prepared can make those first few days a whole lot easier. Some of these are things we researched
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Choosing where to stay in Bali isn’t just about finding a beautiful villa, hotel or resort. The area you choose can make a huge difference to your holiday. Bali has so many different sides to it. You can stay amongst rice terraces and temples in Ubud, beside the calmer beaches of Sanur, surrounded by restaurants,
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There is certainly no shortage of things to do in Bali. In fact, one of the hardest parts of planning a trip can be deciding what not to do. You could easily fill your days with: But here’s our advice: Don’t try to do everything. We spent around four weeks in Bali, and some of
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Bali has long been one of Southeast Asia’s most popular holiday destinations, and it’s easy to understand why. Beautiful beaches, rice terraces, temples, waterfalls and a strong Balinese culture all sit alongside busy tourist towns, beach clubs, great food and accommodation to suit almost every budget. But Bali isn’t one destination where every area feels
One of the best things about Rarotonga is that you’re never far from the water. But while the sea around the island is warm and beautiful, not every beach is the same. Some are sandy and sheltered, others are rocky or a little rougher, and some are much better for swimming and snorkelling than others.
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Getting around Rarotonga is pretty simple. There’s one main road circling the island, and sooner or later you’ll probably end up back where you started. We’ve tried getting around by car, bicycle and bus, while our cousins hired scooters. Each has its advantages, and after trying several options, we don’t think there’s one that’s necessarily
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You definitely won’t go hungry in Rarotonga. There are bakeries, cafés, restaurants, markets and roadside food stalls all around the island, with everything from fresh local fish and Cook Islands dishes to burgers, wraps and international food. But we’ll be upfront about one thing: eating out in Rarotonga isn’t cheap. We’ve noticed food prices increase
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Rarotonga is one of those destinations that is incredibly easy to settle into once you’re there, but there are a few things worth knowing before you leave home. We’ve travelled to Rarotonga several times, and over the years we’ve worked out a few little things that make arriving, getting settled and keeping costs down much
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Choosing where to stay in Rarotonga isn’t just about finding a nice resort or holiday home. The part of the island you stay in can make a big difference to your holiday, especially if you’re not planning to hire a car or scooter. Rarotonga isn’t a big island, but each area has a slightly different
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As we’ve gotten older, the way we like to travel has changed a little. These days, we’re much more drawn to relaxed experiences rather than adrenaline-filled or noisy activities. And Rarotonga suits us perfectly. When we’re on the island, we slow right down. We’re not trying to race from one activity to the next or
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