Whether you're seeking the ultimate honeymoon experience or an authentic Balinese "Eat, Pray, Love" moment, the Kamandalu Resort & Spa in Ubud is the perfect place to begin your journey. I spent a week there, and immediately fell in love with the resort and its friendly and hospitable staff. Read on to see why the resort and its employees made such a lasting impression... If you find my Kamandalu Resort review helpful, please share this image on Pinterest! FTC Disclosure: This post … [Read more...]

Visiting the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary in Ubud was nothing short of a magical experience for this Southern girl! It’s so different from any place I’ve seen in the U.S., and it's the first spot I recommend to anyone planning a trip to Bali. The sanctuary is hidden amongst terraced rice paddies deep in the jungle of Ubud and is filled with friendly, yet mischievous scampering monkeys. If you find my tips about the Sacred Monkey Forest helpful, please share this image on … [Read more...]

Visiting the rice paddies in Ubud is incredibly peaceful, and the area provides spectacular photographic opportunities for shutterbugs. It can also be rather spiritual, for those in that frame of mind. If you’re planning a trip to Ubud, it's worth it to seek out the more secluded rice paddies to include on your itinerary. While the Tegalalang terraces are beautiful, they're also packed with tourists and it's often difficult to get sweeping landscape shots. Cover image photo sources via … [Read more...]