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Bali Activities

Things to do in Seminyak when it rains: what to do when you can’t go out?

By Sekar Arum Yanvi

The all-year-round tropical weather is one of the reasons why we all love Bali so much. However, from October to March, the seasonal monsoon pours its rain-storms down on the island. Usually, the rainfall is heavy and short. (More about Bali weather here) But on some rare gloomy days, it may keep on raining for hours and hours. How to get through these rainy days? Actually, there are lots of things to do in and around Seminyak and they make great alternative activities from all those lovely lazy beach days. Here’s an overview of fun, interesting and relaxing activities near to your private villa in Seminyak. It might even make you wish for a rainy day to come… 1. Family High Tea @ Biku Credit: Herbert Liu The rain gives a great excuse to sit back and relax with a delicious high tea, shared amongst those you love most. Sip…

Bali Activities

Fashion, Yoga and Beachlife – 7 great yoga studios in Seminyak

By Sekar Arum Yanvi

When thinking about yoga in combination with Bali, your mind probably wanders off to places like Ubud, hyped as the cultural and spiritual capital of the island. In the meantime, Canggu is an upcoming tourist destination for a beach holiday of surfing, yoga and healthy food. No one seems to know that Seminyak also has quite a few great yoga studios hidden away in the centre of town. In Seminyak, fashion and style, wining and dining, shopping and beach vibes are seamlessly combined with yoga, spas and nightlife. It is all is infused into one bubble of happiness! With your private Seminyak luxury villa as your island base, check out the following 7 yoga studios in Seminyak: 1. Seminyak Yoga Shala The Yoga Shala is easily tracked down as it is located in the centre of Seminyak, just on the corner of the town’s main shopping street and next to…

Bali Activities

Best beach clubs in Bali: Instagram worthy cocktails, pools and more

By Villa Finder Editorial team

Planning on heading to Bali this summer? Do I have some bucket-list items for you! There are endless things to do and see in Bali that it’s important you tick off all of the best parts – including Bali’s incredible beach clubs. Imagine famous DJs, instagram-worthy cocktails, lounges, hammocks, swings and superb swimming pools. That’s where I come in – to ensure you’re making all of your friends back home extremely jealous, I’ve put together a list of the do-not-miss poolside spots. Consider me your Bali-Beach-Bar-Expert (‘cause yep, I’ve tried and tested them all) and trust me, you do not want to miss these ones! After all, is it really a Bali holiday if you don’t spend most of your trip sprawled out with a cocktail in hand? Mrs Sippy – Seminyak Credit: Indo Clubbing Enter Mrs Sippy and find yourself stepping out of the Seminyak madness and into a tropical…

Bali Activities

6 best day trips from Seminyak

By Villa Finder Editorial team

No matter how much we love Seminyak for its sophistication and fashion, its fine dining restaurants, coffee bars, exclusive spas, beach clubs, and villas, at some point we gotta venture out, take a break from the beach and the pool and see what else there is to see and do on Bali Island. Don’t worry, with our help you won’t have to think about where to go nor about transport or accommodation because you can actually go on wonderful day trips from Seminyak. You will be picked up early in the morning at your private holiday rental in Seminyak and off you go on some island adventures. Here are 6 great day trips to make your Bali holiday even better: 1. Snorkelling trip to Lembongan island For an amazing underwater experience, book a snorkelling day trip to Lembongan Island. You will be picked up at your villa in the morning, drive to…

Bali Activities

Things to do in Bali: 9 activities to inspire your itinerary

By Sekar Arum Yanvi

Beaches, temples, waterfalls, buzzing towns, peaceful villages, wildlife, adventure, Bali has got a lot to offer for an amazing holiday! With her unique culture, hipster towns and stunning sceneries of rice paddies, volcanoes and valleys, Bali seems to have all the good stuff. Tranquillity, entertainment, modern comforts and unspoiled beauty, here are 9 things to do in Bali to have a fun-filled holiday for all: 1. Shopping & beach clubs in Seminyak Stylish, trendy, lively and sophisticated, Seminyak still is Bali’s most iconic and stylish beach town, home to world-famous beach clubs and restaurants. Oberoi and Petitenget are chic and high-end while Double Six and Dhyana Pura are more laid-back and easy going. Bursting with colours and fashion, home to exclusive spas, restaurants, galleries and boutique shops, you can’t miss out on Seminyak! Go have sunset drinks at La Plancha, KU DE TA and Potato Head, experience fine-dining at world-class…

Mauritius Activities

10 must-dos in Mauritius – Things you should not miss while in Mauritius

By Villa Finder Editorial team

Hailed as one of the major holiday destinations in the world, there’s no denying that Mauritius is a land full of wonders, with adventures to unearth in every corner. In spite of its small size, there’s always plenty to do on the island so rest assured that you’ll never run out of things to do during your holiday in the sun. Here are 10 things that you should absolutely not miss during your trip to Mauritius. 1. Discover the rich culture This is something absolutely unique to Mauritius: people from an extended variety of religious and cultural backgrounds live together in complete harmony, with no war and no prejudices whatsoever. Even better is the extended number of cultural festivals that stem from the medley of backgrounds. To really immerse yourself in Mauritian culture, you can participate or attend the different shows and festivals throughout the year, such as Diwali, China…

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…

Mauritius Activities

OÙ FAIRE DU SHOPPING À L’ÎLE MAURICE

By yuko

A Maurice, vous trouverez certainement une panoplie de centre commerciaux, marchands ambulants et même des marchés où vous pouvez acheter plusieurs types de souvenirs pour ramener à la maison. N’hésitez surtout pas à parcourir l’ile pour trouver les meilleures offres. Songez-aussi à marchander afin d’obtenir un bon rapport qualité-prix. Le Centre Commercial de Bagatelle Le plus grand centre commercial de Maurice, Bagatelle est à quelques minutes de Port Louis. Spacieux et luxueux, ce centre commercial offre pratiquement tout sous le même toit. Il est bon de savoir que Bagatelle repond à tous les budgets, vous permettant ainsi de vous adonner pleinement au shopping. Ce centre commercial dispose également d’une grande salle de cinéma contenant six salles et de deux supermarchés. Vous pouvez même trouver des chaines de vêtements haut de gamme de la marque Hugo Boss, Mango, Clavin Klein, Chanel et Tommy Hilfiger. A Bagatelle, vous trouverez également plusieurs salons…

Mauritius Activities

Best treks in Mauritius

By yuko

Mauritius normally goes arm-in-arm with relaxation, sand, sea and laziness. However, this island also offers quite a lot in terms of energetic activities. In fact, there are plenty trekking sites for you to appreciate the rugged beauty of the island. From historical mountains to water reserves and nature parks, you’ll never run out of scenic trekking sites to explore. Check out the best treks in Mauritius below! Le Pouce Le Pouce Mountain is one of the best places for trekking in Mauritius. In fact, it is the third highest mountain on the island, with a peak of approximately 812m. Located between Signal Mountain and Pieter Both, Le Pouce offers you a panoramic view of both the northern and southern part of the island. From the very summit, you can also enjoy an exceptional view of the islets such as Snake Island, Round Island and Flat Island. Best of all, you…

Mauritius Activities

Les meilleurs trekkings de l’île Maurice

By yuko

Alors que l’Ile Maurice s’associe plus souvent à la détente, le sable et la mer, cette île offre également une pléthore d’activités énergétiques. En fait, il existe de nombreux sites de trekking qui vous permettront d’apprécier la beauté époustouflante de l’île. A l’Ile Maurice, vous aurez la chance de visiter une multitude de parcours panoramiques tels que les montagnes, parcs naturels et réserves d’eau. Voici les meilleurs sites de trekking à l’Ile Maurice : La montagne du Pouce La montagne du Pouce est l’un des meilleurs endroits pour le trekking à l’île Maurice. En fait, c’est la troisième plus haute montagne de l’île, avec un pic d’environ 812 m. Situé entre les montagnes Signaux et Pieter Both, Le Pouce vous offre une vue panoramique sur le nord et le sud de l’île. Du sommet, vous pouvez également profiter d’une vue exceptionnelle sur les îlots comme l’IIe au Serpent, l’Ile Plate et…