Tuesday, October 20, 2009

Bali on a Budget

Many may view Bali as an exotic vacation spot for only the privileged. After my roommate backpacked through Bali a few years ago, I realized just how affordable it could be. You don't have to stay in a private honeymoon villa on the beach to experience Bali. If carefully planned, a Bali vacation doesn't have to cost a fortune and can be a pleasant experience at the same time. While my fiancé and I were planning our honeymoon, I came across a website called Budget Bali-http://www.budgetbali.com/index.php. It lists budget hotels,hostels and guest houses.

The Sarinade Beach Inn (Kuta) is about a five minute walk to the beach. Its amenities include: a swimming pool, restaurant, safety box, massage, drug store, laundry, mini bar and room service. It features a spa with massages starting at $6.

During the high season (December, July and August) a standard double room starts at $37. http://www.sarinandehotel.com/

Hotels near Sanur Beach are even cheaper. Prima Cottages is a four minute walk to the beach. Rates for 2009-2010 start at $27. http://www.primacottage.com/


How can you eat cheap in Bali? For breakfast go to the nearest Circle K. You can find pot noodles for about 30 cents! Sate (barbecued meat on bamboo sticks) is a popular street food in Bali. Depending on the type of meat (chicken, beef, rabbit or goat) sate costs anywhere from 40 to 60 cents for ten pieces.

For more Bali travel tips check The Lonely Planet. I have found it to the best guide while planning my Bali vacation.
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2 comments:

  1. keeykOctober 26, 2009 at 1:34 PM

    I ever dreamed that I would be able to afford a trip to Bali, but after reading this blog I realize I can. These hotels you have found are so cheap and still look amazing. The website lonelyplanet.com has a variety of destinations and I plan on using it anytime I plan a vacation. It's so simple to use and gives me the most information.

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  2. JessicaOctober 28, 2009 at 9:40 PM

    Taxes for the plane ticket can be pricey. To save even more money book the plane ticket pretty far in advance.

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