Haute Getaway Destination Bali: Land Of The Gods

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Bali is a place like no other—it is easily the most authentic island with its own special aura. To me, Bali is not just a destination. It’s a state of mind, an inspiration.
Imagine waking up in your Balinese-style private pool villa on a handcrafted wooden bed with a thin sheer of locally-produced, fine fabric. The room is encased with floor-to-ceiling glass windows facing the wall of greenery covering the slopes of volcanic mountains. Covered with the huge trees, the scene is magical—something out of a movie—especially when sun’s rays break through, lightening up the misty morning air.

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Throughout our stay in Bali, we were in awe of the great service and culturally-friendly local people, in addition to the delicious, healthy cuisine and exceptional spa experiences. Coming from the hospitality industry, we always notice these things, and the attention to detail was not lost anywhere.

Balianese manual therapy is a part of the cultural history of the island. A traditional Balinese massage consists of relaxation rituals and baths topped with flower petals, fruits and herbs. They are performed in open bamboo bungalows bordered with the dense forest in the background. You can hear the calming sounds of the river and waterfalls that will leave you at ease throughout the treatment. 

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When visiting the beautiful land, exploring Bali behind your luxury resort’s gates is an important part of the experience. You will be amazed by the 360 degrees of beauty surrounding you. Natural and manmade landscapes are breathtaking; unique and picturesque rice terraces that were built to provide food by hard work were never intended to be admired, but are nevertheless stunning. Here they are, enlightening all viewers except those who created them.  

Photo Credit: Chris Sariego