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Best Time to Book Bali Villa Rentals for Aussie Families & Groups
Planning a Bali family or group holiday for 2026? Whether you’re picturing slow mornings by your private pool, sandy toes after a beach day or watching your kids wander through rice terraces, knowing the best time to book makes a huge difference to your holiday experience. Get it wrong and you’ll end up with a […]
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Your Ultimate Guide to Christmas in Bali: Sunshine, Seafood & Festive Family Fun
If the idea of swapping tinsel for tropical palms sounds tempting, Christmas in Bali is your dream come true. Imagine waking up to sunshine, ocean breezes, and the smell of frangipani instead of hum drum Aussie summers. With world-class villas, festive feasts, and endless family adventures, Bali transforms into a tropical wonderland at Christmas. Here’s […]
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Construction Near your Bali Villa Rental: tips to help your survive!
Going on holiday is a wonderful experience for anyone, and Bali is one of the most popular destinations for Aussie travellers seeking sun, warm weather, great food, and friendly people. One of the most popular things to do is treat yourself and the family, or if you’re coming for a group getaway with your mates […]
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Tips for Surviving a Bali Holiday with a Toddler
If you’re a parent, you’ll know what I mean: a holiday with a toddler can be an absolute nightmare. If you’re about to embark on a Bali holiday with a toddler, this informative guide is gold. You can thank us later! At Bali Villa Escapes, we asked over 400 parents about their holiday experiences with […]
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Your Aussie Guide to the Best Areas to Rent a Villa in Bali (2026 Update)
Tourists from Australia dominated foreign tourist arrivals to Bali in March 2025, accounting for 22.06% of the total number of tourists. And if you’re one of the many Aussies heading to Bali for your holiday, you’re probably wondering where to stay in Bali, the best areas to rent a villa, and which area is right […]
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Bali’s Best Beaches: sun, surf, sandcastles and lots of family fun.
If you’re coming to Bali with the kids on your annual holiday, finding the right beach to surf, swim, and sunbathe is crucial to having a fun-packed day. Whether you want pumping surf beach breaks for the kids who are avid surfers, a beach with lots of cafés where you can graze the whole day, […]
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Should I Visit Canggu in 2026: from the experts
Are you planning a trip to Bali and want to visit Canggu and stay there for a few days in 2025? Is Canggu worth seeing based on all the hype? Canggu’s popularity has grown over the years, and the media and social influencers often trash it, talking about the traffic, chaos, pollution, and high prices. […]
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Bali and Indonesian Public Holidays 2026
Like most Aussie holidaymakers, you’ll be thinking about your 2026 Bali holiday and want to know when the Balinese and Indonesian public holidays are in 2026. In some cases, these dates are super important, especially in Bali when the airport on the island can close down during days like Nyepi. Let’s look at each holiday […]
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Day Trips from Seminyak or Canggu that are a must-see
We all love Seminyak and Canggu and know that staying in the same place on a Bali vacation is easy. While the allure of Seminyak and Canggu is undeniable, it’s essential to break the routine and venture out to experience the unique offerings of Bali. The island is a treasure trove of new experiences, from […]
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Apps your going to need on your Bali holiday – download them now!
Are you planning a trip to Bali and want to ensure a smooth and hassle-free experience? These essential apps are your key to convenience, helping you navigate, find transport, discover the best local spots, and even connect with the locals. Download them on your smartphone before you embark on your journey. We assure you that […]
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Umalas, everything you need to know: Where to stay, play and eat
Umalas is the next big thing in southern Bali. With a laid-back vibe, Umalas is a hidden gem nestled between Seminyak and Canggu that everyone wants to be part of. Everyone knows that southern Bali is the hip and happening epicentre with groovy beach clubs, hip cafes, and gorgeous Bali villas. With so many options […]
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Bali’s tourism tax – all you need to know
Bali’s new tourism tax comes into effect on the 14th of February, 2024, with all the funds going to preserve Bali’s natural beauty and cultural heritage. Although it’s a small sum of money at only Rp 150,00 per person, this can add up if you travel with a large family. And add the arrival tax […]
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Bali with toddlers
Travelling with a toddler is part of being a parent, and taking them overseas with you on your Bali holiday is something you’ll cherish forever. The island of Bali is jam-packed with exciting things for parents to do. With magical temples, delicious food, great beach clubs, fantastic surf, stunning views, friendly locals, gorgeous sunny beaches, […]
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What You Can Look Forward to in Your Ultimate Luxury Bali Villa Experience!
When planning a vacation in Bali, you will discover various luxury Bali villas that offer the epitome of indulgence, comfort, and breathtaking beauty. However, with their extensive portfolio of handpicked properties and villa styles, Bali Villa Escapes is here to give the ultimate checklist, ensuring that every discerning traveller finds their perfect sanctuary in the […]
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Best Things to do with Your Kids in Bali
Off to Bali on school holidays with the kids and wondering what to do or where to take them? Don’t stress; we’ve got you covered with a whole bunch of great activities (both culturally and physically) to burn off all that holiday energy. If you think that the beach or the private pool family holiday […]
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Best Beach Clubs in Canggu
Here are the best beach clubs in Canggu you need to visit in 2026. All the best places to chill, suntan, drink, eat, and hang with your mates. Designer cocktails, glistening swimming pools right on the beach & internationally famous DJs, scrumptious nibblies – we have gone to Canggu’s best and biggest beach clubs just […]
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Villas to rent near Double Six Beach in Bali
Double Six Beach, with its array of beachfront restaurants, shops, bars, and clubs and proximity to the action and excitement of Legian & Seminyak central, is the perfect place for your holiday in Bali. Double Six Beach is located between Kuta and Seminyak and runs for about 500 metres. Legian Beach at sunset is a […]
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The Hippest Hipster Markets You’ll Find in Bali
How to discover and locate the local Bali market scene requires significant research, word of mouth and a combination of local knowledge which most travellers to Bali don’t necessarily have. Luckily we have an in-depth insight into the best markets to find the hippest and coolest items. Such items as home-wares, jewellery, quality souvenirs, trendy […]
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Holidaying with Kids in Canggu (Updated 2026)
Canggu is jam-packed full of things to do with the kiddies. From water slides, surf lessons at Old Man’s, tennis at Liga, a massive play area at Park Life, ten pin bowling to cafes that have a playground; Canggu is the kid’s capital of Bali. When you think of a holiday in Bali, probably your […]
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Family friendly tours in Bali
The island of Bali is utmost diverse with endless things to do ranging from clubbing, shopping and dining to outdoor adventures, spa journeys, cruises, water sports, wildlife and underwater exploration. The best news is, Bali isn’t that big at all, so no matter where on the island you are staying, you don’t have to miss […]
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First time to Canggu – Canggu survival guide
For those that have been to Bali before but never to Canggu, then you are in for a real surprise. Canggu is hot! It’s ‘going off’ in the slang of surfers, and it’s really the place to be seen and spend your next Bali holiday. People are so used to staying in Seminyak or Ubud […]
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Seminyak Best Beach Bars
Signature sunset cocktails, infinity pools with gorgeous bodies, sensational cuisine, uber-cool private suites & international DJs – you will love Seminyak’s beach bar scene. Go ahead and enjoy! Looking for an alternative to the mainstream nightclubs and bars in the Seminyak area? Try one of the many beach bars springing up all over the place. […]
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Travelling to Bali with kids
Bali, a fantastic travel destination, is loved by people from all over the world for its beaches, culture, food, nightlife, and shopping. But did you know that Bali is also super family-friendly? It’s a fabulous destination to take the kids or toddlers on holiday, with a safe and secure environment. Plus, it’s super cheap compared […]
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Hiring a motorbike in Bali, 10 must read tips
Riding a motorbike is probably one of the easiest ways to get around the island. It’s cheap, relatively safe and a great way to avoid traffic jams. For most people, the first thing they do is rent a scooter, and if they are into surfing, they will get one with board racks attached. Imagine being […]
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Best Yoga Retreat Villas in Bali
Bali is the best and one of the most exotic destinations to host your next yoga retreat. What could be better than waking up in the morning and doing a one-hour Hatha yoga session by your private swimming pool, overlooking the rice fields, flowing rivers, or the ocean? How zen is that? Spending some quality […]
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RENT A BALI VILLA near Milk & Madu in Canggu
This is one of the hottest, fashionable and most popular cafes/restaurants in the whole of Bali. Recently refurbished the place is jam-packed with families, ex-pats, locals, backpackers, travellers coming to Bali from all over the world who flock here for the great food, atmosphere and general feel-good vibe. If you happen to be staying in […]
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Seminyak Yoga Studios
Downward facing dog, meditate, breathe, relax, stretch out, wipe your mat – here are some yoga studios in Seminyak that we adore. Namaste. If you’re holidaying in Seminyak and want to keep flexible by doing your daily yoga classes, you’re in luck; Seminyak has some fab yoga studios where you can escape the kids or […]
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Mount Agung Volcano in Bali: what happens now?
Who really knows what’s about to happen. The press over the last week and lots of social media sites have been hyping this up into a state of hysteria but as I write this article nothing has happened. The issue here is that this type of speculation really affects so many different groups such as […]
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What to Do in Candidasa
Candidasa is a beautiful seaside fishing village on the East Coast of Bali. Candidasa offers travellers a unique Balinese experience. You can have the opportunity to explore ancient temples and uncrowded beaches, enjoy some fantastic snorkelling and diving as well as some real peace and quiet away from the hordes of tourists in the traditional […]
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Chill out at La Plancha
Want to hang in one of Seminyak’s most popular beach bars? Make sure you head to the famous La Plancha at Double Six Beach. La Plancha, the largest and most popular beach bar, offers a unique experience. With a front row seat on the beach, you can sip on refreshing Sangrias and indulge in mouth-watering […]
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