Sekar Arum Yanvi, Author at Villa Finder Magazine

Bali Guide

Rain or shine: Check out the best time to go to Bali here!

By Sekar Arum Yanvi

The island of Bali is warm, humid and tropical all year round, the Balinese culture is always intriguing and nature is endlessly stunning. When is the best time to go to Bali? Opinions are divided. Bali knows 2 seasons: dry season (May – October) & wet season (November – April). Some people will tell you to avoid the rainy season months and others tell you to avoid the peak season. But really, if you ask me, Bali is a wonderful place to be no matter what time of the year it is. The truth is, both seasons have their pros and cons but I think that I can safely that any time is a good time to come to Bali 🙂 Wet season in Bali: November – April Yes, it can rain a lot. But usually, the rainfall is heavy and short and it doesn’t have to ruin your holiday…

Bali Dining Options

Must-try Indonesian food: 6 favorite dishes we always have in Bali

By Sekar Arum Yanvi

Feeling hungry? Is eating one of your favourite activities to do in Bali? We don’t blame you! Bali is a food paradise as much as anything else and you can be sure you came to the right place for heavenly local dishes spiced and grilled to perfection! Bali has got a lot of amazingly delicious food on display – literally! – keep reading to find out what food you can’t miss out on during your Bali holiday. This blog post is all about top Indonesian dishes to try. Here are 6 of our favourites: 1. Nasi Campur – the best way to try everything! Nasi Campur is all about ‘food on display’. The idea here that you can eat exactly what you like. You get a plate of rice and you pick the dishes you want to go with your rice. ‘Nasi’ is the local word for ‘rice’ and ‘campur’…

Bali Villas

Let the good times begin: Best Party Villas in Seminyak

By Sekar Arum Yanvi

Seminyak is the perfect destination for a party holiday. The lively and colourful streets of central Seminyak are home to lots of bars and clubs to explore at night. In the daytime, you can shop around at hip fashion boutiques, pamper yourself with traditional Balinese spa treatments and soak up the sun on the beach, followed by sunset drinks at charming beach bars and world-famous beach clubs. What’s the first thing you need for this party holiday to Seminyak? That’s right: you need a private Seminyak villa – a solid luxury base where you can relax, sleep ’till noon, swim, lounge, chill and do whatever you feel like. Nothing beats having your own private villa, just for you and your travel party to enjoy. Here is our pick of the 10 best party villas in Seminyak (in no specific order): 1. Villa Summer Villa Summer makes the perfect party hub, located…

Bali Family Guide

Bali with kids: 6 family activities for ultimate family fun time!

By Sekar Arum Yanvi

Beautiful, exotic, safe and so many things to see and do, Bali is a paradise island for all! Families are not left out. In fact, Bali is great for families with kids! Wondering how you can make the best of your holiday in Bali with kids? Get inspired by these 6 awesome family activities: 1. Beach time: Go for a family surf lesson and explore the wondrous underwater world Family time at the beach is one of the best things to do in Bali! Kids can run around on the sandy shore with the wind in their hair, build sandcastles and swim in the sea. Parents can sit back, sip cocktails and watch the kids play. Ahh, life is good here in Bali, isn’t it? Why not go for a family surf lesson? The beach in Seminyak is perfect for beginners and there are plenty of cool surf teachers around…

Bali Dining Options

Where to go for a good morning breakfast in Seminyak

By Sekar Arum Yanvi

The morning sun kissed you gently, welcoming another wonderful day on paradise island and you are feeling hungry! Take a quick dive into the inviting swimming pool of your private villa in Seminyak, drink up your cup of coffee if you are one of those who just cannot move with a caffeine shot and head out for a delicious breakfast in Seminyak. We selected the best places to go for a yummy, happy tummy morning meal. Shelter Cafe Shelter Cafe is a relatively new hang-out hub to get your daily caffeine shot or a healthy Nalu Bowl. Tucked away in a beautiful bamboo structure on a side road of Seminyak, is where this charming cafe is found. Downstairs you can sit at the Nalu Bowl Bar. The stairs leads to a surprisingly charming café, designed with cosy corners and comfy places surrounded by tropical greenery. The coffee is perfect, they got…

Bali Guide

Chocolate in Seminyak: Your guide for a Chocolate Holiday in Bali

By Sekar Arum Yanvi

For the chocolate addicts and all of the families with kids coming to Bali, it is of utter importance to know that this very island is home to several amazing cocoa farms and chocolate factories. These are the places where chocolate is grown and handcrafted by local chocolate artisans. Moreover, you can visit these chocolate paradises of Bali with day-trips from Seminyak, learning all about the process from cocoa bean to chocolate bar. You can even make your own chocolate, munch a whole lot of it and take some home with you to enjoy later back at your private villa in Seminyak. This article is all about where to go for the best chocolate in Seminyak and where to take those tours. Find out now! Balinese Chocolate Credit: Pod Chocolate Indonesia is one of the world’s top cocoa producers after Ghana and the Ivory Coast. However, all of the cacao is…

Bali Villas

Best villas in Seminyak near the beach: A stroll to Bali’s waves

By Sekar Arum Yanvi

Seminyak accommodation is probably the most popular, and certainly, the area is the most fashionable beach town in all of Bali. The golden sandy coastline of Seminyak is famed for its stunning sunsets, great surfing waves and happening beach clubs. The town itself is home to endless lively and colourful streets full of boutique shops, exclusive spas, trendy cafés and excellent dining venues. It is no wonder that this buzzing town is a highly-sought tourist destination all year round. There are no villas located directly by the beach in Seminyak, but here is our selection of the best Seminyak villas near to the beach. They are all within walking distance to the beach. Check them out! 1. Villa Senang Villa Senang is a beautiful Balinese-style 4-bedroom villa, featuring hand-carved wooden furniture, antiques as well as modern comforts. The airy open-plan living room overlooks the gorgeous, private tropical garden where not…

Bali Activities

10 Best Late-night spas Seminyak – Something we all need at some point!

By Sekar Arum Yanvi

After another wonderful day spent on Bali island, swimming and surfing the waves on Seminyak beach, you may want to stroll back home to your private villa to give your tired bones a rest. Another great, or even better idea, is to rejuvenate your body, mind and soul all at once with a pampering late-night spa treatment at one of Bali’s many spa salons. But then again, most spa salons are already closed at this late hour… or aren’t they? We have got some good news for you spa addicts! We went out to look for some late night spas, located right in the centre of Seminyak, and yes indeed we found some amazing spa salons for the perfect detox afterparty! Help your body to feel reborn again and set your mind back to Zen mode while indulging a late night, utmost relaxing spa treatment. Not only is it pure…

Bali Villas

10 most romantic villas in Seminyak – A loving trip to remember

By Sekar Arum Yanvi

A romantic getaway to the hottest town on Bali Island deserves an amazing stay! A gorgeous private pool villa exuding intimacy, luxury, and blissfulness if what you need! No worries, you won’t have to build the love nest yourselves. Seminyak has got some pretty awesome 1-bedroom villas where you two can float away in a bubble of love and romance while the fashionable and always buzzing town of Seminyak awaits just outside. Explore our entire collection of 1-bedroom villas in Seminyak or have a look at our pick of the 10 most romantic villas in Seminyak: 1. Villa Infinity Villa Infinity is a peaceful luxury oasis hidden away in Petitenget – the chicest neighbourhood of Seminyak. Most of the living is done outdoors at Villa Infinity where the garden and living areas are idyllically infused into one. The crystal clear swimming pool is the centrepiece. By the poolside, you can…

Bali Guide

Getting a local SIM card in Bali

By Sekar Arum Yanvi

Getting a local SIM card in Bali is not only easy, but also a much cheaper option compared to using your roaming data and international phone calls. Here’s a quick rundown on how to get an Indonesian SIM card for your phone. 1. Make sure your phone is unlocked It’s important you check this before leaving home – if your phone is locked to your existing provider back at home, then it won’t work with any other sim card. Check with the carrier you are with so that your phone is no longer restricted to its original network and free to operate on any carrier you choose, like an Indonesian prepaid SIM card. 2. Buy a SIM card or eSIM in Bali You can buy a Tourist SIM card or eSIM online at Bikago Mobile. You can buy one of their Tourist SIM cards, which you can collect at the…