Newly Built Comfortable Homestay with Modern Amenities

During my recent trip to Bali, I discovered a gem of a homestay in the strategic location of Ungasan, offering comfort and convenience without breaking the bank. Let me tell you about this fantastic place that made my Bali experience truly unforgettable.

Cozy Retreat on the Second Floor

I stayed in a newly built homestay that provided a serene and cozy retreat on the second floor. The room was equipped with modern amenities, ensuring a comfortable and relaxing visit. Here are some highlights of the room:

• Air Conditioning: After a day of exploring Bali, coming back to a cool and refreshing environment was a blissful experience.
• Flat-Screen TV: The modern flat-screen TV allowed me to unwind with my favorite shows and movies.
• Refrigerator: Having a private fridge to keep my snacks and beverages chilled was incredibly convenient.
• Hot Water: A soothing hot shower was the perfect way to relax and rejuvenate.

Meet Your Host: Wayan

One of the highlights of my stay was the warm and genuine hospitality of my host, Wayan. His welcoming nature and dedication to making my stay comfortable and enjoyable added a personal touch that made me feel right at home.

Prime Location in Central Uluwatu

The homestay's prime location in the heart of Uluwatu was a major advantage. The vibrant neighborhood offered easy access to numerous restaurants, cafes, supermarkets, and gyms, ensuring that everything I needed was within walking distance.

Nearby Attractions

The central location also made it convenient to explore some of Bali's most beautiful attractions:

• Nusa Dua: Just a 25-minute drive away, Nusa Dua is perfect for a day trip with its pristine beaches and luxury resorts.
• Balangan Beach: Only 15 minutes away, this stunning beach is a surfer's paradise and a great spot to soak up the sun.
• Ungasan: Close by, Ungasan offers beautiful beaches, cliffside views, and cultural sites.

Whether I wanted to dine at a local restaurant, grab a coffee, shop for essentials, or stay fit at a nearby gym, everything was right at my fingertips. The convenience and excitement of this prime location in central Uluwatu made my stay both comfortable and thrilling.

Book Your Stay

If you're planning a trip to Bali, I highly recommend booking your stay at this homestay. Enjoy the convenience and excitement of a prime location in central Uluwatu, your gateway to discovering the beauty and culture of Bali.

Bali, the "Island of the Gods," has long captivated visitors with its emerald rice terraces, volcanic grandeur, and lively Hindu culture. Nonetheless, the past few years have portrayed a bleak picture for the country's tourism business. The global pandemic reduced its normally crowded beaches and temples to near-silence. Now, as the world slowly returns to travel, Bali's tourist sector must tread a fine line between repairing its economic engine and protecting the very essence that draws visitors in the first place.

The Pandemic's Impact: From Bustling Shores to Empty Beaches

Bali's tourism business boomed before 2020. Over 6 million foreign tourists visited the island in 2019, contributing significantly to the Indonesian economy. The pandemic, however, brought this colorful spectacle to a halt. International travel restrictions and health concerns have left Bali's beaches deserted, its hotels shuttered, and its busy streets silent. The economic consequences were disastrous, with countless livelihoods hanging by a thread.

The Road to Recovery: Reopening Doors and Rekindling Hope

Bali began reopening its doors in 2021 with cautious confidence. To protect tourist safety, strict health measures and visa rules were implemented. Slowly, a stream of tourists, mostly domestic travelers, returned to the island. The tide began to turn in 2023. International arrivals began to increase as travel restrictions were relaxed and vaccination rates increased. Bali will have received over 460,000 foreign visitors by October 2023, marking a significant stride toward recovery.

Opportunities and Challenges: A Balancing Act for Sustainable Tourism

The road to full recovery is fraught with difficulties. Overtourism is a major pre-pandemic problem. It is critical to balance the economic benefits of tourism with environmental and cultural preservation. The G20 Summit in Bali in 2022 emphasized the island's commitment to sustainable development. Initiatives such as the "Green Tourism Certification" program encourage hotels and companies to adopt environmentally friendly practices.

Another possible avenue is community-based tourism projects. These projects strengthen local communities, encourage cultural interaction, and safeguard natural resources. Homestays, traditional craft workshops, and guided tours conducted by villagers provide immersive experiences for guests while also helping local inhabitants.

Embracing the New Narrative: Beyond the Beaches in Bali

Tourist tastes have also shifted as a result of the pandemic. Authentic experiences, cultural immersion, and wellness retreats are becoming increasingly popular among travelers. Bali's rich cultural past provides a deeper connection to the island's essence, from historic temples to traditional dance performances. Yoga retreats, meditation sessions, and traditional healing techniques meet the growing need for stress-relieving experiences.

A Look Into the Future: A More Vibrant Shade of Paradise

Bali's tourism economy is recovering, but the road ahead calls for caution. Sustainable methods, responsible development, and a focus on real experiences will be critical to maintaining the island's and its people's future viability. By embracing this new narrative, Bali has the potential to rise from the ashes of the pandemic not just as a lovely vacation destination but also as a model for sustainable and responsible tourism in the years ahead.

Finally, the tourism business in Bali is at a crossroads. The difficulties are apparent, but so are the possibilities. Bali can reinvent its story by emphasizing sustainability, embracing cultural richness, and responding to changing guest preferences. The "Island of the Gods" has been through a dark phase, yet a brighter shade of paradise awaits, enticing responsible travelers and painting a more sustainable future for future generations.

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SPORTEL, the greatest sports industry trade show in the world, is scheduled to return, and SPORTEL has chosen Bali, Indonesia to host SPORTEL Asia for the very first time. SPORTEL is the largest sports industry trade show in the world. The occasion will last for two full days, beginning on the 23rd of February, 2023, and taking place at the Grand Hyatt Nusa Dua in Bali.

According to Peter F. Gontha, CEO of PT Indonusa Telemedia, who was recently recruited as the worldwide partner of SPORTEL Monaco, the sports market in Asia has a tremendous amount of untapped potential. This is demonstrated by the vast population of Indonesia as well as the significant interest of the general people in watching sports, particularly soccer. As a result, Asia, and particularly Indonesia, represents the largest potential market for numerous world-class sports broadcasts.

SPORTEL Bali gives attendees the opportunity to network with some of the most influential people in the sports industry in the Asia-Pacific region and conduct business with them. In addition to talkshows, panel discussions, and meetings between the world's sports content owners and traditional and digital TV operators in Asia, the event will feature a Sports Content Producer exposition with Warner Sports, ESPN, La Liga, IMG, and Dentsu.

Not only in Indonesia, but also in Southeast Asia and Asia in general, Sportel Bali will feature international sports celebrities who will take part in a variety of events, meet and greets, and a special dinner with fans from a variety of regions. These fans will not only be from Indonesia, but also from Southeast Asia and Asia in general.

SPORTEL has developed a unique initiative in order to raise awareness of the numerous sponsorship opportunities and exhibitions that are currently available. In a huge ballroom, the available booth spaces have been placed and changed in order to maximize the amount of foot traffic, opportunities for networking, and business, respectively.

54% of the attendees are from the Asian region, 37% of the attendees are content buyers, and 30% of the organizations in attendance are first-time attendees. Important businesses from both Europe and the United States are participating in the event in order to create new business prospects, build networks, and close transactions. These organizations include the Bundesliga, Dorna Sports, FIFA, Formula E, the International Olympic Committee, LaLiga, Serie A, the NBA, the Spanish Basketball League, Mediapro, and the PGA Tour, amongst many more.

For first time visitors, repeat guests, those that have made Bali their home, and the Balinese themselves, there is no denying the rapid changes that have taken place on the island in the past few years. What was once a romantic, cultural getaway with rice field and temple predominating has transformed into a thrusting metropolis, especially in the built-up southern areas. Bali's slow pace of life in the main tourist and residential centers anyway is a thing of the past.

As with all change, there are positives and negatives. Increased prosperity is certainly a plus point; traffic jams, pollution and unplanned development are sad reminders of the cost of "progress". Yet, amongst the mayhem, you can still find the rich landscape and culture that has beguiled visitors for centuries. It continues to draw outsiders many of whom are building extraordinary homes.

After a year of research, we've come to the conclusion that the Bali brand is as strong as ever. Because the island is welcoming, the people some of the most beautiful on the planet, the climate salubrious, the economy buoyant-foreign investment continues, grows and multiplies. More and more outsiders—from Australia, other parts of Asia, Europe and even America are making Bali their home, and many more are investing in villas suitable for the holiday rental market.

For the most part, this book concentrates on homes, although there are one or two rentals as well. Almost all are newly built residences. We consider them the cream of the crop,representative of the exciting new architectural directions that Bali is witness to, yet by no means the norm.

We've left out the terraced villas, the cheekby jowl estates, the ribbon developments, the small condos; we're showcasing only extremely high-end, innovative properties. Some are in the countryside by the sea, in the hills, overlooking rice paddies but many are in built-up areas as is increasingly common. The homes may not have the picture postcard views of the past, in fact they're more than likely to be inward looking, but they are noteworthy nonetheless.

Each home has been chosen because of its excellent architecture, innovative design features, and cutting-edge interiors, but also because each is very different from the next. Variety is the key here; no cookie-cutter copies thank you very much. We want you to drool over their beauty in the same way we did, read about some of the new materials and methods used, maybe incorporate some of the ideas into your own homes. We're grateful to have been invited in, and I hope you'll find the houses as extraordinary as we have done.

Style, Substance and Sustainability

So what are the major changes in architecture and design in Bali? Firstly, an increased level of sophistication is increasingly sought and supplied. Craftsmanship has always been one of Bali's strengths, but it has more often than not remained in the estetic limbo.

Rolling Fork was initiated by Roberta Valentino, a chef who came from Rome, Italy in November 2013. Serving authentic Italian-style home cooking with a Balinese ambiance and homey atmosphere.

It's not only the quality of ingredients and taste that are the hallmarks of this restaurant, but at Rolling Fork, we serve our dishes with love, sincerity, and passion as if we were to serve you as our own family.

Located on Jl. Labuan Sait and only 500 meters from Bingin Beach, this restaurant occupy an antique traditional joglo building. The menu served is typical Italian home food such as SPAGHETTI ALLA CARBONARA, SPAGHETTI AGLIO OLIO, FETTUCCINE SALSICCIA & CICORIA, and LASAGNA BOLOGNESE HAND MADE. Of course, for lovers of Italian cuisine, it is mandatory to try various variants of the Pizza menu; You can try CAPRICCIOSA with a perfect blend of Italian spices with high-quality ingredients of tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, artichokes, black olives, eggs, and ham. Are you vegetarian? Don't worry, Rolling Fork also has a special menu, you can try CALZONE VEGETARIANO, VEGANA or NAPOLI.

For those who come to just enjoy the atmosphere or relax, Rolling Fork also provides various coffee variants such as cappuccino, latte, or macchiato. Besides that, there are also various cold non-coffee drinks, which you can enjoy with a choice of desserts such as TIRAMISU and CALZONE NUTELLA.

For those of you who visit Bali, especially to the Pecatu area and want to feel a homey atmosphere and experience authentic Italian cuisine, Rolling Fork is the best choice for you. We will welcome you like close friends and even our own family. Benvenuto!

Reason 1 Bali has the most amazing wedding locations

Wedding at Villa Plenilunio

Reason 2: Bali has a rich culture

Terrazza Suite Villa Plenilunio

Reason 3:Bali is the perfect destination for your honeymoon

A close-up of Villa Plenilunio

Voyage Through the Balinese Culture

Famous for the self-titled dish, Bebek Timbungan takes you through several traditional Balinese cuisine experiences upon arrival at the restaurant.

Experience Traditional Balinese Architecture

You will enter into a concept place, with an interior described by the Vice President of Secret Garden Village, Ana Dewi, describes the interior by saying, “There are many elements of nature that are poured into the ambiance as a depiction of the Balinese people who are warm, humble, and elegant.”

Secret Garden Village

Live Music Experience: Authentic Balinese Listening

As you are greeted and escorted to your table, you will experience the sounds of Bali: Traditional Rindik musical instruments being played softly by Balinese musicians for every guest to listen while 
they eat.

Taste Bebek Timbungan: Balinese Cuisine

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