Bali Bliss: Our Island Adventure Unpacked

Nikki and Amber share their recent Bali adventure, from the chaotic traffic and incredible massages to luxury shopping bargains and stunning beachside experiences across three different areas on the island.

• Navigating Bali's unique traffic system where honking is a courtesy, not an expression of road rage
• Health scare when Amber experienced severe eye swelling after multiple daily massages
• Disappointing experience at Merlin's Magic, the most expensive restaurant they visited
• Amazing value compared to Western prices - three designer bags for $93, daily massages for $12
• Memorable stays in Ubud (Sanctuary Villas), Simonyak (The Chans), and Uluwatu
• Getting fine-line tattoos as permanent souvenirs of their Bali experience
• Riding Go-Jek scooters after initial hesitation about safety
• Wildlife encounters including massive snails and noisy geckos at night
• Meeting interesting characters from their driver Kotick to fellow travelers on flights

If anyone has questions about traveling to Bali, reach out to Nikki who's happy to help with flight information, accommodations, and activity recommendations. The world has so much beauty beyond the United States - get out of your comfort zone and explore!

Chapters

• 0:00 Back from Bali: First Impressions
• 1:47 Bali Traffic and Infrastructure Challenges
• 3:06 Massage Overload and Health Scares
• 5:44 Food Experiences and Merlin's Magic Disappointment
• 10:16 Meeting Kotick: The Ultimate Local Guide
• 15:50 Sanctuary Villas: Beautiful but Leaky
• 22:18 Simonyak Beach and Luxury Shopping
• 29:26 Uluwatu: Bohemian Vibes and Beach Clubs
• 34:43 Getting Tattoos in Bali
• 39:09 Final Reflections and Future Travel Plans