This gorgeous island is filled with fabulous things to do and see. Check out our list and be inspired.

Dinner Party

Hold a dinner party at Bali's most exotic private dining room - the Bale Sutra at Tugu Bali in Canggu. The red walls and Chinese antiques create a special ambience while the long dining table that can seat 20 or more guests makes a special place. Tugu Bali 0361-731 701.

Sample Bali's Most Delicious - Local Food

Eat Bali's best roasted suckling pig –or babi guling at the small Bale Banjar by the Palace in Jl Suweta in Ubud. Each days the pigs, roasted to perfection over wood fires are carted down the street on the head of an employee, according to demand. The simple warung attracts visitors from all over the world, especially Japanese who are love to snap the food, the people, the pig and themselves. Lunch time starts around 11 am and it is usually open until about 4pm.

Wander the Tropical Gardens

Visit Bali's new Botanical Gardens in Ubud. Ten minutes out of Ubud, the gardens provide a restful and interesting haven. Discover orchid gardens filled with exotic blends, tree ferns, pitcher plants and a meditation court modeled on an ancient Balinese holy site. They can all be found within the gardens. A new warung has opened to provide liquid and solid refreshments while you eat surrounded by greenery. www.botanicgardenbali.com

Bird Walk in The Sawah

Go for a bird walk with Victor Mason through the rice fields around Ubud. An expert in birds he takes his guests to little known places and can even show you parts of primeval jungles untouched for milennia.The walks are always entertaining as well as informative and even non bird lovers will have fun. T: 081 239 13801

SIP A MARTINI

According to celebrity chef, Anthony Bourdain, the best martinis outside New York can be had at Naughty Nuris on the Tjampuhan Road just outside Ubud. This rustic little warung – chic yet simple attracts a clientele as varied as the menu and while most guests go for the barbequed pork spare ribs, other dishes are available and equally as good. Presided over by a bearded Brian, the tables are mostly large enough for a couple of friendly groups to share, although smaller private tables can be found inside. Look out for the smoky barbeque and seats of all kinds of characters just up the road past Mozaic and the Ozigo Bar.

Ary's Warung

Enjoy New York style in the heart of Ubud at Ary's Warung. Great food and cool drinks and a tasting menu to be proud of. A temperature controlled wine cellar makes for wine served the way it should be. Ary's is one of Ubud's most chic eateries.

Vihara Buddha Darma

A new Buddhist temple just opened last September up in Sunset Road. Built in serene surroundings. They have a weekly service including regular ceremony every Sunday 8.30am-10am for public & children 11am-12.30am for adolescent. Open for daily praying ritual. Sunset Road 99 Legian Kaja, Kuta. P: 7440 419

Taking The Waters at The Ritz

Enjoy thalasso therapy at the Ritz Carlton where the swirling waters of
their spa treatment pool reduce tension, work on the body, and induce relaxation. The world's biggest Aquatonic seawater therapy pool is right at the heart of the spa and is just heaven! Combine with other relaxing massage or rejuvenation treatments and make a day of it.. Ritz Carlton Hotel, Jimbaran Tel: (0361)702 222

Waterbom a Big Day Out

Take your family and friends to the Waterbom Park where 3.8 hectares of tropical gardens are filled with fun things to do. 15 giant water slide provide the main focus while restaurants, food stalls, spa treatments, tube rafting, and blue swimming pools make for lots of pleasing alternatives. While the kids are playing parents can relax at the swimup bar and a cool cocktail.