Not all visitors to Bali will want to see the usual sights like the beaches and the botanical gardens in Candikunig. While these things are definitely worth seeing, the more adventurous traveler may feel the urge to venture off the beaten path. The Sindhu Market, also called the Sindhu Art Market or the Pasar Sindhu Market, is located in Sanur and could be considered to meet that description. While Sanur is the typical resort town, similar to many coastal touristy communities the world over, there are still areas within it that remain relatively authentic - and for sure there's no better way to enjoy Bali than in your own Bali villa rental!For those visitors to Bali who desire to investigate the culture of this little island in the Indonesian archipelago, the key, as with most destinations, is to visit the places frequented by locals. The Sindhu market is one such location, where it is possible to see the Balinese going about their daily lives. It is located on the main road in Sanur, Jalan Danau Tamblinga, near where it intersects with Jalan Danau Toba right next door to Hardy's supermarket, which is the town's main grocery store. It is in ...

Located on the west coast of Bali, Seminyak is a resort area that is home to many spas and resorts. With so many options to choose from, you can create a personalized Balinese getaway. Check out our list of Top 5 Semiyak Spas to help you select the perfect destination for your vacation in Bali.1. Disini SpaBali Disini Spa facilities combine luxury with variety, making this the top spa destination in Seminyak. Disini Spa has picked all the best international and local treatments, providing guests with the ultimate Balinese spa experience. Disini Spa's staff of specialists uses organic botanicals for such treatments as Balinese traditional massage, acupressure massage and numerous scrubs and baths. Once you've tried one, you will want to try them all.Address: Jl. Mertasari 28, Seminyak, Bali 80361, IndonesiaPhone : +62 361 7375372. Semara SpaLiving up to their motto of "Affordable Luxury," Semara Spa in Bali ranks second on the list. If you are on a budget but still need some pampering, look no further. There are a variety of holistic treatments to choose from. Brides with large wedding parties also love Semara Spa because of the large salon facilities. Relax in the "whisper zone" while you and ...

The Bali Kite Festival is an international kite festival, held annually every July in the Padang Galak area of Sanur. Giant traditional kites, four meters in width and almost ten meters in length, are crafted and flown competitively by teams hailing from the villages of Denpasar. This event is a seasonal religious festival sending a plea to the Hindu deities for an abundant crop and harvest, and truly is a feast for all five senses. A gamelan orchestra provides the soundtrack throughout the festivities, as the legion of airborne kites dance to their beat. If you're lucky enough to travel to your Bali accommodation during this time make sure you don't miss this festival!Bebean(fish-shaped), Janggan(bird-shaped), and Pecukan(leaf-shaped) are traditional kites flown during the festival by teams of ten or more adult kite fliers. The Bebean is the largest of these kites, and resembles a broad-mouth split-tail fish. The Janggan kite sports an impressive flowing cloth tail, often reaching one hundred meters or more in length. The Pecukan requires the most skill to fly, due to its relatively unstable form. The traditional colors of these impressive kites are red, white, and black.The sight of these colorful kites gently bobbing in the ...