How to have the best Bali Weekend
Got a long weekend on the horizon? A sneaky Bali weekend away can do wonders for the soul – sun, surf, shops, cocktails…
Instead of spending your next long weekend at home, check out how guide on how to have a jam-packed Bali getaway.
Travel smart
Pack light, carry on only (if you can), so you can zip through the airport and be on your way to a cool Bintang before bedtime. The duty free store as you exit the terminal has a mini bar stocked with icy Bintangs. The main resort areas of Bali – Nusa Dua, Seminyak, Kuta, Uluwatu and Jimbaran – are all around 45 minutes drive from each other. If you’re after somewhere new and fun, Double Six Seminyak is great for easy access to Seminyak’s nightlife, shopping and beach bars. The rooftop bar is the latest spot for people watching and partying. If you’re in the mood for a nightcap, head straight upstairs and try to score one of the lounges perched in the middle of the rooftop water features.
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