I have to confess, my mind immediately slips into vacation mode at the mere utterance of the word ‘Bali.’ While that oh-so-famous tripartite mantra of ‘eat, pray, love’ continues to inspire visits, there are so many more reasons to come to the island of the gods. Here are just a few reasons why Bali is our idea of heaven on earth; we have a feeling you won’t need too much convincing.
Paradise, Found
If the winter blues have your soul aching for a bit of sunshine, a trip to Bali will do the trick: with an average of 12 to 13 hours of sunshine a day, the prescription of sun, sea, and sand will set things right. From island-hopping by private speedboat to snorkelling in crystal-clear waters amongst turtles, coral reefs, and manta rays, to private beachside yoga lessons, a vacation in Bali could be the ultimate cure for what ails you.
Photos to Make your Feed Pop
Utterly Instagram-worthy, you’ll hardly believe your eyes when you experience the intensity of this island. With a profusion of colour, Bali is aglow with the reds, pinks and purples of spectacular sunrises; the intense blue of the sky and sea, the black of volcanic sand beaches and white fluffy clouds floating on the wind. I haven’t even mentioned the explosion of tropical green lushness everywhere: palms, fronds, vines, and among the most photographed sights of all, the beautiful rice terraces you will find on the island, tracing every curve of topography. It’s a photographer’s dream.
