I visited a small rice paddy in Ubud's "Valley of the Kings" area, aptly named due to generations of Balinese royalty who lived in the nearby villages.While there, I stayed at Kamandalu Resort and was excited to learn there were rice paddies just a few steps away from the property! TIP: While some touristy rice paddies charge an entry fee, the majority do not. The rice terraces at Tegalalang are probably the most well known--and you do have to pay a fee there--but you can find other rice … [Read more...]
The Trip of a Lifetime: Visiting the Sacred Monkey Forest Bali
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.FTC Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links, which means we’ll receive a small referral fee … [Read more...]