Today is the last day that my sis (& family) in Bali. My sister is simply addicted to the massage in Bali and decided to join us when she heard we're heading to spa.
We opt for Spa Hati, after reading rave reviews online and on the guidebooks. The massage is a bit more expensive compared to normal Ubud rates. But I'm those who'd rather pay a bit more for a satisfying massage. We'd earlier called to make reservations and got the spa to send a van down to pick us up.
We each opt for a 90 mins massage and I must say the strokes are firm and smooth. Not too harsh on my "delicate" skin. Haha.
After the massage, we were free to use its steam room and jacuzzi. What's nice about the steam room is that they'd added eucalyptus's into it and hence, the steam was sort of rejuvenating.
After the session, we headed back to the hotel for check-out and then lunch at Indus.
The view of Indus is spectacular and the food is a good switch from standard Indonesian food. I'd the seafood paella and ended it with passion fruit icecream. The dessert indeed ended my meal on a sweet note.
After lunch, we then dropped my sis at the airport before we head off to Ulu Watu.
BEWARE of the monkeys here as they're specially trained to snitch off tourists' glasses/caps/camera, etc. The locals at the temple will then help to retrieve the monekys' loot and they expect you to pay them in return. It's really a pity to see how commercialised this place had become though it does holds breathe taking views of the coastlines and temples.
Next, we were brought to our next accommodation at Seminyak - The Cicada. Frankly speaking, before I booked this hotel, I was a bit worried as reviews on this premise was limited. But when I reached this place, my worries are totally unfounded.
It's a small establishment with 6 "villas". Ours is the 1 bedroom villa, which is HUGE with a plunge pool. The place also house a 25m pool and free WIFI for all guests. We'd initially planned to view Nyepi Day rituals but was told that most of them are at Kuta and there will be road closure from 5pm. Not wanting to be stranded at Kuta then (cabs will be difficult to get as Balinese will head back home for Nyepi Day), we decided to take a stroll along Seminyak Beach which is around 5 mins walk.
It's a very clean and beautiful beach. Nice huge waves for surfers and it's not lined with hawkers/vendors. We viewed the sunset at the beach and decided to dine at our hotel for dinner (as we're too lazy to go out and I felt a bit unwell). We ordered a burger and fish & chips. The pricing is equivalent to Singapore cafe prices. I must say it's one of the decent room service I've had.
Come tomorrow, is the Nyepi Day..........
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Going in vacation is another way to release your stress. Indonesia is one of recommended holiday destination in Asia. The Bali is one of the prime travel destination in Indonesia. There are many choices of Bali Hotels and Bali Accommodation from cheap hotel to luxurious Bali Villas.
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