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Rice paddies, monkeys, sandy beaches, volcanoes, temples: there is so much to see in Bali, Indonesia that it's difficult to fit everything into one itinerary! But we've done the work for you and created the perfect 2-week Bali itinerary, plus tons of Bali travel tips to help you plan your Bali travel itinerary.
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The Perfect (Detailed) Bali Itinerary for 2 Incredible Weeks

Last Updated:   October 29, 2020

Rice paddies, monkeys, sandy beaches, volcanoes, temples: there is so much to see in Bali, Indonesia that it’s difficult to fit everything into one itinerary! But we’ve done the work for you and created the perfect 2-week Bali itinerary, plus tons of Bali travel tips to help you plan your trip. In this massive, giant, monster post, you’ll find everything you need to know to plan the perfect Bali Itinerary. I’ve included the exact 2-week itinerary we followed, plus suggested changes we’d make – and everything you need to know to plan your trip to Bali!

by Lia Garcia 
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Is it possible to travel Bali on a budget? YES! Here's everything you need to know to minize costs on your trip to Bali, Indonesia, including how much a trip to Bali actually costs.
Asia

How to Visit Bali on a Budget: 8 Money-Saving Tips

Last Updated:   August 11, 2020

Before our trip to Bali this past July, we wondered: Is it actually possible to visit Bali on a budget? I mean, 99% of the Bali photos you see on Instagram involve fabulously beautiful people rolling around in luxury villas, swimming with all 18 of their abs in infinity pools, and eating way-too-fancy breakfasts while wearing high-end watches. So, we weren’t sure: is Bali a luxury playground, or are there budget-friendly deals to be found? Well, good news: you can absolutely visit Bali on a budget! You’ll just be experiencing a different side of Bali from the resort-goers and luxury lovers. Leave your high-end watch at home – you won’t be needing it where you’re going. We’ve partnered with Expedia to create this guide to saving money on a trip to Bali. Here are our favorite money saving tips for visiting Bali on a budget!

by Lia Garcia 
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From cranky monkeys to motorbikes to rocks in the shower, here are 25 things that nobody tells you about before you go backpacking in Bali, Indonesia!
Asia

25 Things Nobody Tells You About Backpacking Bali, Indonesia

Last Updated:   June 20, 2020

From overly aggressive monkeys in Ubud to that time we crashed our motorbike to reusable straws to what you’re supposed to do with your toilet paper (we’re still not sure?), we learned a lot during our first ever trip to Asia. Most importantly, we learned that Bali actually IS worth the hype! Here are 25 things that nobody told us before our trip to Bali, Indonesia.

by Lia Garcia 
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The Complete Guide to Minca, Colombia
South America

The Complete Guide to Minca, Colombia’s Sleepy Hidden Gem

Last Updated:   June 26, 2020

The town town of Minca, Colombia isn’t on the typical Colombian backpacker trail. Perched on a mountain in the Colombian Sierra Nevadas, with a population of 800, Minca is if nothing else isolated. But at only 45 minutes away from the much more popular coastal town of Santa Marta, and only 5 hours away from bustling Cartagena, Colombia, it is well worth the detour.

by Lia Garcia 
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Parque Tayrona, Colombia: an idyllic beach tucked into the jungle. You have to walk 2 hours to get there, but it's SO worth it! Read more in our guide to Parque Tayrona.
South America

Parque Tayrona, Colombia: How to Get There & Where to Stay

Last Updated:   August 26, 2020

I’m writing this from an open air hut, swaying on a hammock. Nearby is a pool, complete with waterfall and slide. In front of me is our beautiful cabana nestled in foliage and trees. Around us we hear various birds, water trickling or splashing, and some mysterious animals we haven’t actually been able to see scuttling through the jungle. It’s hard to believe this is anywhere near a city. But we’re only about an hour outside of Santa Marta, Colombia, a bustling city that we passed right through on our way to paradisaical Eco Hostel Yuluka, just outside the entrance to Colombia’s famous Parque Tayrona. Little did we know that we’d end up liking our hostel more than the tropical, remote beaches of Parque Tayrona…

by Jeremy 
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