Where Bali Feels Like Home
Bali isn’t just “tropical island.” It’s a vibe. You wake up to jungle song (not an alarm), sip coffee while the mist drifts over rice terraces, then you’re clinking sunset cocktails over cliffs or a beach that looks kinda Photoshopped. The island is ridiculously romantic, yet still easy on the wallet compared to Europe or … Read more
Ever since I was 2 feet tall, basically a kid, I dreamed of living somewhere tropical where the sun is basically showing off every day, the air smells like coconut sunscreen and adventure, and life just feels… idk, extra magical. Fast forward a few years and I finally did it—I escaped the soul-sucking 9-to-5 accounting … Read more
So you’re planning your trip to Bali? Maybe even your honeymoon? First of all, congrats and second… you’re in the right place. I’m Julia, I’ve been living in Bali for 7 years now, and before that, I was that girl who came for “just a month” and somehow never left. I’ve seen this island eat … Read more
So you’re heading to Bali with your person (honeymoon or not—love’s love, right?) and wondering if you should do one of those Balinese blessing ceremonies you keep seeing on Insta. Short answer: yes. Long answer: yessss, because it ain’t just a photo op it’s stepping into the island’s heartbeat together. I’ve been living in Bali … Read more
So picture this—you land in Bali all wide-eyed, holding hands, already planning your first sunset cocktail by the beach. The air smells like frangipani, there’s gamelan tinkling somewhere, and for a hot second you’re like “omg this is honeymoon heaven.” Jungle villas, infinity pools, private beaches, flower baths so pretty it’s… almost rude. But. Then … Read more
So, you wanna see the real Bali? Not just cocktails, infinity pools, and those overcrowded temples that look better on Instagram than in real life? Cool. You’re in the right place. Hi I am Julia, I’ve been living on this island for 7+ years, and trust me — Bali is way deeper than what the … Read more
So you’re tying the knot congrats and wondering if Bali is more than just cocktails, beaches and infinity pools. Is it true what people whisper — that honeymooning in Bali brings “good luck” to your marriage? Hey I am Julia, I’ve been living here for the last seven years, and lemme tell you something: I’ve … Read more
So, you’ve seen that T-Rex-shaped cliff on Nusa Penida Insta and thought, “okay, where the heck is this place?!” — welcome to Nusa Penida, Bali’s rugged lil’ sibling. Bali is all rice fields and smoothie bowls, Penida is cliffs, bumpy roads, and manta rays. Basically, if Bali is polished… Penida is raw and kinda wild. … Read more
When most travelers think of Bali beaches, names like Kuta and Seminyak pop up first. But ask any local and they’ll roll their eyes—those places are packed, overpriced, and not even close to Bali’s best. The truth? Some of the island’s most stunning beaches stay off the tourist radar. No crowds, no beach clubs charging … Read more
So you’re dreaming of Bali? 🌴 Honestly, who isn’t? The waterfalls, the beaches, the Instagram swings, the villas with floating breakfasts… it’s a whole vibe. But here’s the thing — most first-time travelers to Bali make the same mistakes when booking their tour. Some small, some costly. I’ve seen friends regret booking the wrong guide, … Read more