Tuesday, May 31, 2011

Honeymoon in Bali

In Bali, a honeymoon is known as Bulan Maduh.
Bali, the fabled "Island of the Gods", is the ultimate honeymoon destination with its magical allure of misty volcanoes, golden beaches and azure waters. Every square inch of Bali offers a fresh and beautiful image that will live with you forever.

Planning a honeymoon is a very personal experience and trusted expert advice is what we offer to help make your honeymoon unforgettable. Rather than providing packaged deals we will help you customize your plans with choices of location and activities that will fit your budget.

This is a 3-step process which starts with booking the air.
  1. Please go to our Airfares page and choose the desired carrier and route you wish to go.
  2. View my list of the Honeymoon Hotels and Spas that I recommend. The usual stay is around 7 days. I recommend some time at the beach and then some time in the hills to experience the culture of Bali. Of course, it's your special trip and ultimately it's up to you. The hotels and spas range in prices. I have special rates at these properties that are lower than what you see on the hotel's web sites.
  3. The next step is booking the suggested outings that you may want to take to experience the true beauty of Bali. As an International destination the Restaurants are extremely cosmopolitan, yet inexpensive. Bali is also a shopper's paradise. You will find locally made jewelry, sarongs, clothing, wood carvings and paintings. For those of you seeking to experience the culture of Bali you will find peace and tranquility in the hills near the village of Ubud. Or visit peaceful Lake Bratan, nestled between the volcanoes of Bali's highlands.
More active honeymooners can Raft down the Ayung River or take the Catamaran Cruise to nearby Nusa Lembongan. There's also Diving at Amed beach and Cycling amid scenery you will never forget. Bali is also a renowned Surfing destination with some of the world's best waves. When the sun sets choices are still hard to make. A perfect way to end the evening is to watch a spectacular Balinese Dance.

I would be happy to guide you, to assist you, and help make your Honeymoon the very special, unforgettable occasion that it is meant to be. One that will live with you forever. 
 
Or watch the legendary Kuta sunset followed by a romantic Starlight Dinner Cruise.

Saturday, May 21, 2011

Email from India

dear sir
i am tour operator ,my few clients want to come to bali in late june 2011
,what places should be included in the tour and which part of bali is best
to stay?
ill be glad if ull revert.
thank you
navneet jain
delhi(india)
We at Bali Advisor receive emails such as this daily from around the world with questions about Bali Travel. We are more than happy to help our guests with their travel plans. I suggested to Navneet that Ubud is the cultural Center with dance and music, musuems, galleries, shopping and great dining and going to a Spa is a must. I mentioned to her that Murni's Spa http://www.murnis.com/spa/index.htm
is my favorite. I also mentioned that Sanur and Nusa Dua Beaches were my favorite and we would provide tour guides and further information on Hotels and Activities in Bali.
We at Bali Advisor are here to Serve
Om Shanti Shanti Shanti Om !
Jim

Friday, May 13, 2011

Komaneka Resorts Ubud

Komaneka Resorts is created carefully to fulfill upscale travelers expectation for a comfortable stay in a spacious room, surrounded by natural beauty of Ubud. Bali Advisor books all our groups into the Komaneka Bisma or Monkey Forest. Service is the Komaneka's trademark. Our guest come away wanting to be a better kinder person after the treatment they receive from the wonderful staff at these hotels. If you going to Bali and want to experience the wonderful Bali hospitality I highly recommend staying at one of the 4 Komaneka hotels in Ubud. Each property is different to fit your budget and your style. Visit there web site http://www.komaneka.com/ and see for your self.

Wednesday, May 11, 2011

Bali Flight Cost

Low Cost Airfares to Bali

We are able to offer the lowest cost airfares because we buy our air from consolidators who purchase tickets at a bulk rate and we pass that rate on to you.
Why purchase your ticket from Bali Advisor?
  • Low airfares with free expert travel advice
  • Minimal change and cancellation fees
  • 24 hour help line with airfare changes or land arrangements while in Bali
My rates are often lower than other internet rates. I have received many phone calls from stressed out travelers who booked online, needed to make changes, but found it difficult or nearly impossible through their online booking engine. If you book your air through Bali Advisor you are supported by a 24 hour help line to guide you every step of the way.
We update our airfares to Bali often as they change from season to season and as we receive promotional offers from the airlines.
Call us 707-566-8078 or email Jim@baliadvisor.com
These are the LOWEST AIRFARES currently available from Los Angeles, San Francisco or Seattle to Bali. Email me for available fares from other cities.

LOW Season fares to Bali:

Now until the end of May is considered shoulder season and low airfares to Bali can still be found if you wish to travel before June. Contact me Jim@baliadvisor.com and we can search for affordable flights for you.
The Low Season runs from Sept. 1st to June 1st (excluding Christmas). You can cancel or change your itinerary with minimum penalty. All fares are before taxes and fuel surcharges. Ask about Evergreen Deluxe Class.
Price for travel dates of September 5 - November 30, 2011
  • China air $790
  • EVA Air - $880
  • Korean Air $860
  • Cathay Pacific Air via Hong Kong - $950
  • Singapore - $840

High Season fares to Bali:

The high season, or most popular time to visit Bali, is June thru August and December 15th thru January 1st. Word of advice! If you travel during June/July/August the fares are a bit lower for August travel.
  • EVA Air - $1289 includes tax - Ask about Evergreen Deluxe Class
  • Korean air $1167
  • Cathay Pacific Air via Hong Kong - $1289
  • China Air - $1189
  • Singapore air $1349
Bali's airport code is listed as DPS (Denpasar), the name of the island's capital. Flying to Bali from the United States can be an adventure in itself. It is around 14-15 hours to your gateway city in Asia (Hong Kong, Taipei), a short connection and then a 4-5 hour flight to Bali. On your return flight from Bali, I recommend you spend a few days exploring the gateway city if time permits. For the lucky ones who live closer to Bali it is only a few hours flight right into the isle of the gods.
Add-on Airfares available from most major US cities. Additional stopovers, on allowed routing, available for a small charge per stop.
Children's Discounts available.
No Fares are guaranteed until ticketed. http://www.baliadvisor.com/bali-airfare.html

Letter from the King of Bhutan

I would like to share these thoughts from the King of Bhutan from a speech that he gave in India : "I truly believe that the only way to observe the most important things in life and in this world is by putting them through the lens of "Simplicity". You must break everything down to the fundamentals; break it down to the basic human instances. For, in the end no matter what country we may be from, we are human beings. No matter what our cultures and beliefs may be, we share the same needs and abide by the same fundamental values. In fact, it may be these very values that could guide us, through the great problems, even those of environmental degradation, terrorism and world poverty. Perhaps the first of these values is the sense of a shared planet. This is a world that is shared -not between governments and nations but among us- the people-The image of a shared planet must always be present in our minds-It is wrong to assume that a huge step to finding solutions to global problems and averting future crises, will be taken if we can think in the spirit of community and fraternity, not as individual entities? When we accept that this world of people all alike, of families all alike, of communities all alike, of countries facing the same challenges, of human beings ultimately seeking the same thing, then we will truly be in a position to foster well being security and happiness."
Join us for a transformational Journey to Bhutan

Monday, May 2, 2011

Kitchen In Surgency

My friend karen Wadell has an excellent blog on Balinese food: 

http://kitcheninsurgency.com/

She writes in a recent post about mackerel, unripe mango with hot chilies, shrimp paste and boiled cow's nose.  She writes in a witty and creative way give westerners a window into the world of Balinese food and cuisine. 

I hope you'll stop by her blog and read a while.