Lotus Lagoon

Candidasa, on Bali, was one of my favorite places on the island. It's developed with several small-ish hotels and lots of restaurants, but not over-run with tourists. This lagoon (a former bay now cut off from the sea) is at the center of the northern area of the town.

Lotus Flower

From the archives: Lotus flower in the lagoon at Candidasa, Bali, around 2010. Freshly bloomed lotus flower.

Bali Hotels

The main living area of Villa Sasoon in Candi Dasa, Bali. As befits an island where tourism is the main — practically the only — business, Bali has hundreds of luxury hotels, resorts and private villas. Every major destination has its share of POSH places to stay, so the first thing you need to decide is which part of Bali you want to stay in.

Cultural Attractions in Bali

The Kecak dance at Ulu Watu template Bali retains its own unique culture, which is probably similar to that of the other islands in the archipeligo before the Moslem conversions. Curiously, the Balinese language has no word for 'art' or 'artist.

The POSH Mini-Guide to Bali

Traditionally styled boat off Candidasa beach, Bali. Bali - The word is almost guaranteed to evoke a vivid image in people's minds, even among those that have never been there. The place has achieved an almost mythical status. Can any vacation destination possibly live up to such a reputation?