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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 The rain gives a great excuse to sit back and relax with a delicious high tea, shared amongst those you love most. Sip from a nice…

The average Indonesian has rice for breakfast but for us island visitors, don’t we love our bread in the morning? Bread, coffee, juice and we are all set for another day in paradise. Now, during your Bali stay, you should also definitely go indo-style on some days and have a bowl of ‘bubur ayam’ (rice porridge with chicken) or a plate of ‘lontong sayur’ (rice cake with vegetables in a spicy coconut curry) for breakfast, but on those days that you are longing for a taste from home. Here is an overview of Seminyak bakeries. There are quite a few excellent bakeries found in and around Seminyak, so you won’t have to travel far from your private villa to get your hands on your favourite bread, cakes, and pastries. 1. Croissants made in heaven and more @ Monsieur Spoon Hands down, this is the best place in all of Bali…

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…

With Valentine’s day coming up, its time for an overview of romantic hot spots in Bali’s most fashionable and sophisticated beach town: Seminyak. You are on a sweet tropical island getaway with your lover and you are wondering what to do and where to stay for this romantic holiday in Seminyak, Bali. We made it our mission to find the most romantic spots and places in town. Read all about it below, in our couples’ guide to Seminyak: Romantic couple’s activities in Seminyak The tropical sun, the sea, excellent beachfront dining venues, the sunset sky, beach clubs, private villas, spas, you just can’t go wrong here – love it in the air! Seminyak is a romantic haven for couples in love. Wondering what to do? Inspiration is here… 1. Sunset gazing & sunset cocktails on Seminyak Beach When the sun sets over the island, everything and everyone gets an enchanting…

Movies, Popcorn & Air-con On cloudy, rainy evenings or on hot sunny days, when the tropical heat is just too much to handle, visiting the cinema might be a great idea you haven’t thought of just yet. It certainly makes a nice and cool alternative to baking in the sun by the pool’s side or sheltering from a tropical rainstorm. Complete with comfy red cinema chairs, popcorn and nice cold drinks, visiting the cinema will entertain the young and old for sure!  There are several cinemas found in short driving distance from central Seminyak. Here’s an overview for you: Credit: Timothy Vollmer | Creative Commons 2.0 Cinema XXI The nearest cinema from central Seminyak is located in The Beachwalk shopping mall in central Kuta. The XXI Cinema is found on the second floor of this stylish alang alang roofed building and it features 3 movie studios. Two of them are large cinema rooms and one is…

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…

Though it is necessary to splurge on a luxe accommodation sometimes, it is also nice to travel to an exotic destination and not break the bank. As the litany of Seminyak villas grows and grows, so do the number of affordable homes available for short-term rental. Some of our favourite villas to stay in are the ones intimate in size, great value for the price and located smack dab in the middle of Seminyak’s lovable madness. Check out our best affordable villas in Seminyak below! 1. Villa Tara Tropical, happy and peaceful is what Villa Tara is. Featuring an airy open-plan living room adorned in vivid colours of pink, orange, yellow and blue, Villa Tara is charming yet stylish and truly one of a kind. Another great thing is that all 3 bedrooms enjoy direct access to the sparkling private swimming pool of the peaceful tropical garden. Such bliss! Around…

We all come to it at some point during our holiday; the souvenir shopping for friends and family back home as well as some for yourself to keep as a memory. It’s not hard at all to find these colourful giveaways as there are many street stalls with eager salesmen trying to sell their goods to you. Looking for a place to buy souvenirs in Seminyak? Here are our recommendations. Bali souvenirs In the street shops, you ill find beautiful handmade hammocks, gorgeous traditional fabrics, wood carvings and handmade jewellery, as well as the happy, colourful and affordable souvenirs. Think of colourful bracelets, natural soap, Bali baskets, wooden-carved penises turned into bottle openers (I’m not kidding), beach sarongs, ‘I Love Bali’ shirts and much, much more. It’s a sea of colours and the options are endless. But, what to buy, where to go, how much to pay? lots of questions…

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…

Sometimes, it’s pure bliss to sleep in and wake up without an alarm clock. Then, spend a moment or two in silence to appreciate life and everything around you. Take it slow and start your day completely relaxed. Well, at least that’s how your life is when you are at our Bali villas. And when you are ready to head out, it’s almost brrrrrunch time! Bali has some AMAZING places to fill your stomach, you just need to know where to look. The following cafes are some of our favourites for the best brunch in Bali! The Shady Shack (@theshadyshack) Pay a visit to the Shady shack and you will find yourself sitting nestled amongst palms overlooking Canggu’s beautiful rice-fields as you eat. The fantastic jungle feel is only enhanced by the mouth-watering, vegetarian menu. Expect a number of vegetarian, vegan and raw-food options, start your meal with a turmeric…