Why is Ubud so special?

Ubud is a special place to visit not because of so many tourist attractions but because its culture and style are larger than life. Famous for handicrafts, lush green tropical jungles terraced rice fields and Hindu temples and shrines, a Ubud holiday shows you the most authentic part of Bali in the best way possible.



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And Bali is one of the places Americans are moving to for its beautiful scenery, lush greenery and picturesque beaches. Bali makes it very easy for expats, thanks to the island's low cost of living and work permit visa, KITAS.

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Weather-wise, the best time to visit Ubud is during June-July-August-September. The weather in July & August (peak season) is sunny and very wam during the day, and generally clear and cool in the evenings. Ladies should consider bringing a light wrap for the evenings.

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Wear clothes: walking or driving around shirtless in Ubud is considered extremely disrespectful. Cover your belly: even if you've been working hard for those rock hard abs, men and women should cover their belly, crop tops aren't daywear in the hood. Hide those butt cheeks: wearing shorts in Ubud is totally fine.

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Are Balinese locals friendly to American expats? Bali's locals are some of the friendliest in Southeast Asia. You will find welcoming locals and helpful expats. However, like any crowded destination, Bali has its drawbacks, so be careful who you trust and where you go, especially at night.

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If you prefer being able to travel around a destination quickly and “see it all,” then you might enjoy Bali more. If you're looking for a destination that offers a range of different cities—each full of its own sub-culture, activities, and climates—then Thailand is an ideal choice.

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Another thing that makes Bali so cheap is the exchange rate. Bali uses the Indonesian rupiah, which is a very weak currency when compared to the Western currency. You will get around 18,000 rupiahs (IDR) to £1 English pound (GBP) and 14,850 IDR to $1 US dollar. This means your money will go a lot further!

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English is the common “third” language (after Indonesian and Balinese) and the most popular foreign language by far. A lot of Balinese speak a level of English that allows them to communicate with tourists on a basic level.

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Colors for Balinese
Dark colors like brown, purple, or red are usually used in special occasion like weddings or local events. Black, as in most of people know, are used at funeral. You will find some people using black clothes when visiting temples, they are called Pecalang.

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Bali accommodation
The cheapest times for accommodation in Bali coincide with the wet season, October through to March. During this time, tourism numbers are lower so hotels in Bali are cheaper due to a lack of demand and act as a draw to bring more people in.

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If you're trying to make the most of your limited time in Bali, I would say YES – 4 days in Ubud is enough. Ideally, you'd spend a week or two in Ubud truly getting to know the area and the local culture.

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If mixing with the festive crowds of people or spending your time on a bustling beach sounds right to you, then July-August and Christmas-New Year are two of the busiest slots in Bali's calendar.

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