scheduling appointments with any professionals you will want to access during your time.
Year around temperatures average 31 degrees Celsius (87 degrees Fahrenheit) with high humidity. Considering it is an island, you will likely spend a significant amount of time on the beach. Make a list of all the things that you will need to pack and bring with you, as well as a list of things to purchase once you get to the island. Keeping a list of things to pack will keep you from leaving important necessities at home, and help you to stay organized once you arrive.
Any first class traveler will spend a significant portion of time engaging in activities around the island. Create a preliminary itinerary with things that you want to do around the island during your stay. Within the itinerary, include contact information needed to make the accommodation for the activity. Leave enough space beneath the contact information to jot notes about finalized plans.
Once you have made all of the necessary appointments with tour guides, reservations at restaurants, booked your villa, boat and other rentals, create a finalized planner that contains all the information you need for your trip. This includes all confirmation numbers, lists, appointments, passports, ticket information and other required documentation.
Making sure that everything is planned before your arrival is the first and most important part traveling first class in Bali. It will give you a stress free vacation, and will allow you to relax and enjoy the island instead of stressing about everything. That’s the first rule to first class, luxury vacations: relax and have fun!
BEFORE YOU LEAVE…
Plan Your Bali Trip Ahead of Time!
First class travelers do not leave planning to the last minute. Before you even buy your plan ticket, you should be in the process of planning your Bali vacation. This means knowing what you desire to do, finding the best accommodations available.
The Island of Bali
As a member of the Lesser Sunda Islands off the coast of Indonesia, Bali is the most popular tourist destination in the country.
It is highly renowned for its sculpture, leather-working, painting, music and dance.
A recent spike in tourism has made it the premier destination for first class travelers.
A FIRST CLASS VIEW AT THE ISLAND
Religion on the Island
Although most of Indonesia is dominated by the Islam religion, that is not so on the island of Bali. Here, you will find the major religion being Balinese Hinduism Hindu Dharma. Just as Bali is a unique island, the religion is as well.
During your first class Bali vacation, consider exploring the local religion. Many famous temples are spread out throughout the country. Setting up an appointment with a local religious leader may allow you to get a private access tour to these sacred areas.
Speaking the Language
Both Balinese and Indonesian are spoken throughout the country. If you venture into areas not commonly seen by tourist, be sure to find a good local translator. Speaking to the translator before you even arrive in Bali may get you access into some local areas of the country.
Being a first class traveler means accessing things most tourist cannot. A translator is a great way to begin your first class vacation.
A Guided History Tour of Bali
Bali has an incredibly rich culture, and that spans back throughout its immense history. Austronesian people originally inhabited the island after migrating through the Maritime Southeast Asia from Taiwan.
Learn about this history through a private tour with a private Balinese guide and driver. Nothing says first class travel like a private tour given from an island native.
It is a unique experience that many overlook during their time on the island.
The best way to navigate the island is to allow a local to do it for you
Navigating Around the Island
Travelers have a variety of travel option for getting around the island. For everyday travel, consider renting a car. This will allow you to go anywhere in the country. A convertible vehicle will allow you enjoy the beautiful weather found year around on the island.
Public transportation is abundantly available throughout the country, should you need to travel infrequently during your stay. Private car services are the best way for first class travelers to go from point A to point B without having to rent a car or drive yourself. These services allow you access to a luxury vehicle and person driver during your stay on the island.
TRAVEL IN FIRST CLASS STYLE
Rent a Limousine for Your Trip
Nothing quite says first class transportation like traveling around in a limousine. Several companies throughout the island can provide you with this experience during your stay. Whether you need someone to pick you up from the airport, or need some transportation to lunch, you can enjoy high class travel with a limousine rental.
Some services provide you the opportunity to receive a guided tour of the countryside by your local, knowledgeable chauffeur. Depending on your plans for the vehicle, you can rent it and hire the driver by the hour, day or even for the entire duration of your stay on the island of Bali. If you are interested, most limousine service also offer luxury vehicles for those interested in a driver, but do not want to sport around a flashy limo during the drive across the island.
Speed the Winding Road on Motorcycle
Nothing says freedom like the wind in your hair, mounted on a motorcycle exploring the countryside. Renting a motorcycle for a day during your trip to Bali allows you see both the major tourist attractions, and delve in the more secluded areas of the country. For a really exciting experience, drive the motorcycle up the winding, mountain roads. End your drive at the top of one of the beautiful Bali mountains.
A Helicopter Ride Over the Island
Bali is a beautiful country that can be incredibly breathtaking when viewed firsthand. Companies providing helicopter rides understand how to get the greatest experience for travelers.
Most are distracted by the many things to do on the ground. Feel like royalty as you are given an experience that many tourists miss out on during a trip to Bali. A helicopter ride provides you a unique experience and a unique view of the Bali island.
EXPERIENCE THE CULTURE FIRSTHAND
Balinese Hindi Galungan Festival
The Galungan celebration is a time for Balinese Hindus to honor the spirits of honored ancestors and the creator of the universe. The festival itself is symbolic of the conquering of Dharma over Adharma (that is, good over evil). It is also a time of encouraging the Balinese to express their gratitude to sainted ancestors and the creator.
Bali works on a 210-day calendar, and the festival happens once during each cycle. Locals of Bali are the only ones formally invited to these ceremony. However, travelers get to experience the local color that fills the street with all of the decorations and richly-dressed women. Be aware, though. Finding local accommodations during these dates are more difficult. If you plan to go during the Galgungan festival, make sure you plan way out in advance.
Annual Arts Festival
Bali holds an annual Arts Festival. During this time, the island features an entire month of daily exhibitions, performance, handicraft and other culturally rich activities.
The entire comes out to celebrate and present offerings of music, dance and beauty. You can experience the beautiful culture of Bali.
When tourism first became big on the island, locals welcomed the visitors. However, they vowed to not allow the inflow of tourism to change the culture of the island. The Balinese say, “Tourism should be for Bali instead of Bali for tourism.”
The island has great pride in its traditional culture, and strive to preserve it in every way possible. Its annual arts festival is just one of the many ways that Bali can express its local culture to the tourists in the area.
Bali begins its festival in the villages. The seka are selected to perform at the regional level. Each selected group the create a display to present in front of the audience at the festival to display the village’s unique culture.
LEARN HOW TO RELAX…
Yoga on the Beaches of Bali
Yoga is a way for you to connect with yourself and the beautiful nature that surrounds you. Leave your room early in the day and begin with yoga on the beach.
Many will not have ventured to the beaches early in the morning, and you will have a secluded area in which to clear your mind, tune into yourself and nature.
Before you leave for your Bali stay, learn a basic yoga routine that you can preform by memory during you morning yoga on the beach in Bali.
“Still water runs deep.” – Indonesian Proverb -
Balinese Massage
Bali gives you many choices when it comes to massages on the island. If you prefer a spa environment, you can set up an massage appointment in one of the many spas located throughout the island.
The best type of massage to receive on your stay is the island’s original Balinese massage. You may can find a local to come to your accommodation for this type of massage. Balinese massage is a holistic, deep- tissue, full body treatment. It combines aromatherapy, reflexology, stretching and acupressure for a complete stimulation and relaxing experience.
Be Open to New Ideas
You will likely spend many hours make preparations for your trip to Bali. Much energy will go into creating the perfect itinerary to make sure that have the best, most relaxing time during your stay. However, things often happen that deter plans that have been made.
Instead of being rigorously attached to the plans you have made, be open to new ideas. Living life in the moments sets you up for optimal relaxation and fun during your first class Bali vacation.
Perhaps you will meet someone of importance during your stay. Being open to canceling your plans for a day may lead to even greater opportunities during your time on the island.
BOUTIQUE HOTELS: A QUIET GETAWAY
Personalized Service
Don’t expect to be treated like another number while staying at a boutique hotel in Bali. Boutique hotels pride themselves in personalized service to guests. You can expect professional staff that work to meet your needs before you request. You will be welcomed with a warm handshake, and likely be called by your name instead of a vague Sir or Madame.
Comforts Like Home
All boutique hotels have a maximum number of 100 rooms on the entire property. This means that staff have more energy to make sure that your stay at the hotel is as comfortable as home.
Everything is cozy in a boutique hotel. It is an effort to make you as comfortable as possible. Most of these hotels have unique themes that come from the local culture, adding even more quality to the experience.
Is a First Class Boutique Hotel Right For You?
First class boutique hotels are a wonderful accommodation solution for couples looking to have a romantic getaway on the island of Bali. Because of the atmosphere and services these hotels provide, it will help enable the intimate setting that you are looking to portray throughout your weekend.
Couples aren’t the only ones that can benefit from the quiet environment, though. Anyone looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of daily life for a truly relaxing holiday should consider a boutique hotel. Not only will you get the rest you are looking for, you will receive first class service throughout your stay.
Those who are looking to party throughout their stay should look for a different type of accommodation. Bali features many eloquent villas throughout the beachside that will be perfect for the host looking for an exciting, rambunctious stay on the island.
VILLA RENTALS: THE PARTY TRAVELER
Larger Location
First class villa rentals in Bali feature top of the line amenities and space. Most villas feature a large plot of land that is perfect for hosting large groups of people. You will also find private pools at most of the villa locations.
Beautiful landscaping, private land, tons of space, oceanside views are just a few of the perks to staying first class in a Bali villa rental during your stay.
An Attention Catcher
Don’t think that you can rent an entire Bali villa without attracting the attention of onlookers. You will feel like a celebrity as you pull up into your accommodations.
Impress new friends you make on vacation by bringing them back to your villa for a good time. Nothing say first class Bali traveler quite like staying in one of the many elegant Bali villa rentals.
Would You Be Suited for a Bali Villa Rental?
Bali villas are the perfect solution when a large group of people are traveling together. Most villas can hold a large number of residents very comfortably. Some have separate buildings on the property that allow for each guest to have a very private area of the property, while still being able to come together in the common areas and have a good time with one another.
Those who enjoy hosting large parties of people while on vacation are the perfect occupants for a villa in Bali. The large, private property, pool in the backyard, huge house, updated amenities and overall status that comes with the villa will enable you to mingle through you party with pride. You guests will dote on the amazing time they have when spending time with you in your villa.
So what are you waiting for? Go get the party started!
A FIRST CLASS WEDDING IN BALI
Wedding on the Beach
Beach weddings are popular throughout the entire world. Anywhere there is sand an ocean makes a breathtakingly beautiful wedding area. The great thing about a beach wedding is it can be as large or as small as you and your partner-to-be desire.
Kick off a happy marriage by renting a luxurious Bali villa to celebrate the reception, and stay the night as the first night as husband and wife. You won’t be disappointed when you decide to have your wedding at a Bali beach.
Make the Leap: A Cliff Top Ceremony
For a small, incredibly intimate ceremony, head to the top of one of the high cliffs located on the island. Bring a couple of the people closest to you to be witnesses at the ceremony.
A Bali minister can preform the ceremony for you with little hassle. As you take this leap into a new phase of life, try to not get so nervous that you take a leap off the cliff. That’s a sure way to ruin the mood.
After the Ceremony
The best perk about having your location wedding is that you can stay and send everyone else packing after the ceremony. Once the big day is done, stay another week or so in Bali and enjoy a beautiful, unforgettable honeymoon on the island.
Small, boutique hotels offer honeymooners an intimate setting to spend their first few days together as man and wife. When you decide to come out into the real world again, the island has all sorts of different activities, so that both of you will find something that you enjoy doing.
THINGS TO DO AT BALI BEACHES
Learn How to Surf in the Indian Ocean
Learn how to surf by finding a local surfer and setting up a lesson is the most exciting way to learn the sport while staying in Bali. While companies often provide tourists with surfing lessons in their list of services, a local will give you a truly unique experience during your stay in Bali. Carve out some time during your first few days on the island to find a surfer. Approach and offer him some money for his services.
Chances are, a local will jump at the opportunity to help you learn the sport. In addition to learning to surf, you may also learn things about the island first thing from local experience. You never know what kind of opportunities open up when you spend some time getting to know the locals. True first class travelers have local friends in places all throughout the world. It’s what truly brings you up to first class status.
An Underwater Experience: Scuba Diving
Spending time breathing underwater while seeing the beautiful scenery of the Indian ocean is an experience any class traveler to seek to have.
As always, seek out someone independent from a chain company if possible. However, if you cannot find anyone, a scuba diving excursion will prove to be worth the effort. Many companies offer a quick class for those that are not familiar with the experience, which is great for first time divers.
Rent a Yacht for the Day
Want to be first class on the sea? Be the owner of the yacht. While it’s likely that you can’t feasibly sail your yacht from the states to Indonesia, renting one for the day or entire duration of your stay is a viable substitution.
Yachts are a great place to host parties or spend and intimate evening with another person. Whatever you do, do it in style on a rented Bali yacht.
ENJOY FIRST CLASS FUN ON LAND
Ride an Elephant in Ubud
Ubud features an entire elephant farm. This island’s gentle giants offer visitors an exciting experience not found many other places. The Elephant Safari park is one of the places that you can experience riding on the back of an elephant. While this is one of the more touristy areas to engage in this activity, there are certainly less popular areas where you can ride on the back of an elephant.
However, if you choose to go to this hot spot for visitors, you will have the opportunity to hand feed the elephants after taking them through a ride in the forest and into the bathing lake to cool down. Book online to insure that you have an all access pass to the park for the day.
Interested parties can book a package online, or inquire about private tours through the elephant park for the day. A private tour secludes you from the rest of the tourist, making it a more special experience.
Watch a Buffalo Race
Buffalos are used for a variety of things throughout Southeast. They work in agriculture, produce milk, are a source of food….and entertainment. During the dry season, Negara holds buffalo races every other Sunday at 7am. Stay in Medewi, a town with nice accommodations to stay most comfortably before the. It’s a nearby surf town, so you can catch a wave after the race.
See Bali From the Top of a Volcano
Put on some hiking boots and head to the top of one of the many volcano peaks in Bali. For the best, first class type of experience avoid peaks that are highly populated by tourist.
Enjoy a special experience by bringing a picnic and someone special with you to the top of the mountain. Lunch atop of the mountain top is surely an experience that you cannot pass up in Bali.