This is the fabulous country of Mexico which is a worthy place to begin exploring whether as a first time visitor or as a frequent traveler.

Sliding from a palm-fringed white sandy beach into the warm, turquoise waves of the Pacific Ocean at the beaches of Puerto Vallarta or enjoying the hectic street bustle of Cancun, this what being in Mexico is all about. Kick back and relax with fine dining by night and indulge with spicy chicken fajitas in specialty Mexican restaurants and drink rare wines and sparkling local cocktails.

Exotic Mexican Locations

By day explore endless Mexican beaches, remote forest trails and revel in unspoilt waterfalls and dense jungle – all these outdoor activities are unique Mexican travel experiences. Mexico is a premier vacation destination and tourism hot spot, desirable to visitors both for the sunny warm climate in well known vacation areas like Cancun. Yet Mexico is also a country renowned for its stunning scenery, rich cultural heritage and remnants of ancient civilizations such as the Mayans which are ripe for exploring as part of an activity or adventure holiday.

Chichen Itza is the most important archaeological vestige of the Maya-Toltec civilization in Yucatán

Lush jungles and ancient temples draw in hikers and aspirational treasure seekers while by the coast and sandy beaches luxurious resorts await the more sedate traveler who just wants to drink an ice cold Corona by the pool.

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Every visitor to Mexico goes home with their own memorable impression of this remarkable country; indeed many visitors to the Mexico are returning visitors or holidaymakers who return time and time again.

Mexico is a large country also, the vast open terrain crosses both temperate and tropical climate zones, reaching 5km into the sky at its peak and stretching 11,000km along the coastline. Mexico has a busy city of 20 million people at its center and countless remote pueblos and isolated villages everywhere; which as a backdrop to a vacation can hardly fail to provide a huge variety of things to do for human adventure and exploration.

Explore the coastlines or head inward to see the ruins and ancient temples from long since vanished civilizations, in Mexico the choice is yours.

Ancient Temples and Endless Coastlines

Mexico is what you make of it, the country will reward explorers who travel off the beaten path with sights and experiences unlike any other.

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On the flip side multi-billion-dollar tourism industry is adept at satisfying those who like their travel easy to please; hotels that cater for those who just like to chill are plentiful in Mexico. If all you want is a relaxing vacation by the beach then there are a plethora of fantastic hotels to choose from. Easy going night time entertainment include the obligatory Hard Rock Cafe restaurants, Señor Frogs and the famous Coco Bongo show and club. Make sure to hit some local Mexican restaurants also for a taste of authentic cuisine. If you want to hit the tourist route then Playa del Carmen is a good place to start.

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Yet wild  adventure is what you’ll undoubtedly have if you take a just a few steps off the regular tourist path. Activity-based adventure tourism, community tourism and genuine Eco tourism, see the jungles, the old temples and meet real local people from across Mexico.

Eco Tourism in Mexico

The type of activities that actually helps conserve yet promote local environments – are developing fast in rural and countryside areas. Visitors to the more isolated parts of the country now have the chance to travel to Mexico’s spectacular wild places and enjoy interacting with local communities like never before.

Adventure Activities in Mexico

Adventure activities for the more discerning tourist include world-class canyoneering near Monterrey or taking culinary cooking lessons in the Veracruz countryside to packing the rucksack and hiking the Oaxaca cloud forests, or visiting ancient ruins by the coast, places such as Tulum. In fact the city of Tulum was one of the last cities inhabited and built by the Mayans, no long since a remnant of Mexican culture and heritage.

Swimmers should  try snorkeling in the sea by the coral reefs of the Yucatán peninsula or just hire a car and find a remote beach. There is plenty for the adrenaline and culture junkie to feed upon in Mexico.

Visit Temples by the Coast - The Ancient Ruins of Tulum

Planning your first trip to Mexico? Be ready for more crowds, noise, bustle and also poverty than you’re accustomed to, especially if it’s your first trip outside the developed world, there tends to be two sides to living amongst the people in Mexico, made up from those that clearly have and then those that have not. Some areas can be affluent while others are  very run down so be prepared for quite a contrast in surroundings.

However don’t stress too much about your visit to Mexico, the majority of Mexican people will be only too happy to help you feel at home in their country.

Invest a little time before your trip in learning a bit of history, even try familiarizing just a few phrases of Spanish, since every new word or phrase you know will make your trip that little bit easier and more enjoyable especially for getting around and everyday activities.

All of the regional resorts are all situated in close proximity and offer a remarkable variety of activities and relaxation opportunities for visitors to the area.

In Park City the skies are perpetually blue, and travelers can enjoy cool mountain breezes, idyllic scenery and appreciate the exciting terrain and wildlife.

Park city appeals to visitors in both the summer and winter time. Whenever you plan your trip there is always something to do.

Enjoy a Vacation in Park City

For those that take an adventure trip to the mountains and valleys of Park City there are activities suitable for everyone, whether your idea of being active is sipping cocktails on the patio at one of our over 100 restaurants and bars or trekking across over 400 miles of mountain trails, by hiking or cycling on bike.

If you’re into adventure thrills and appreciate the adrenaline rush of outdoor pursuits, then try out the summertime version of the bob sled racing at Utah Olympic Park.  If you are a keen golfer then challenge yourself to some alpine golfing at one of several area golf courses on the mountain slopes.

Park City is bursting with rich culture, sights and things to do. Why not explore the cultural side to some of the most diverse entertaining arts and music festivals at any elevation.

Of course as an adventure traveler to this remarkable region securing comfortable and reliable accommodation is essential to truly appreciate all that the Park City locale has to offer.

Thrills and Spills – Adventure Activities and Outdoor Pursuits

No matter the time of year you visit Park City you will find an endless array of outdoor and sports activities for every adventure traveler to appreciate.

Visit Park City Utah for a Great Adventure Vacation

The mountain resorts in Utah are probably best known for skiing and snowboarding, other popular winter activities in Park City include snowmobiling, snowshoeing, cross country skiing, alpine walks, shopping, spa relaxation days, dining in fine restaurants and much much more.

Park City is open to visitors all year around, sure the snow melts eventually but the summer months offer just as much for visitors to enjoy including biking, fishing, hiking, golfing and enjoying outdoor concert events and attractions just to name a few.

Be sure to research the hotels and vacation rentals on offer to visitors to the Park City resort region.  There are many hotels and rental companies that specialize in vacation rentals and quality affordable lodging for visitors to the area.

Park City rentals in the summer months are approximately 35% cost of the winter peak seasons, so there are great deals on accommodations to be had.

Shopping Opportunities in Park City

For those visitors who require a strong dose of shopping why not from the slopes or other outdoor adventures and pursuits.

The shops in Park city are diverse and exciting, everything from handmade furniture stores, bookshops and adventure clothing.

Visitors to the Park City shops can also purchase remarkable art collectibles and browse souvenirs and antiques.

Historic Main Street is full of unique shops and fashionable art galleries.

If you’re in the mood for holiday shopping and fancy a brand-name bargain, drop into our popular factory outlet mall and pickup a great shopping deal.

Start Your Trip of a Lifetime to Utah

Park City in Utah is the resort that appeals to all kinds of traveler, from families and couples to seasoned adventure junkies looking to find their adrenaline fix on the mountain slopes.

So whether you like shopping, skiing or snowboarding, a trip to Park City in Utah offers fantastic thrills, fun and excitement for all who visit.

Globetrooper is a unique way for travel planners and the adventurous to connect and arrange bespoke, exciting trips to the wildest and most unusual places around the globe. Here are a collection of worldwide trips suggested by our users that stood out this week.

The Inca Rally August 2012

GT user ‘Ian’ suggested the Inca Rally as a fantastic adventure trip idea, we tend to agree.

For some hard driving try the Inca Rally

Just imagine blitzing across the Peruvian Andes, hustling through Ecuadorian deserts and Colombian plains, cruising through Venezuela’s Caribbean coastline and plunging into the depths of the Guyanese Amazonian jungle in just under 3 weeks.

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That’s The Inca Rally in Peru. Learn more about this trip on Globetrooper.

Explore East Africa

Globetrooper user ‘Fun&WistfulTraveller’ suggested a trip to explore East Africa. Enjoy white water rafting on the Nile in Uganda, bicycle safari trip, relaxing beach visit to Lamu in Kenya, hiking in Tanzania. Find out more about this trip

Travel Across China Chenndu to Lhasa

Globetrooper Dali wants to travel from Sydney to China and explore the cultural delights. Journey from Sydney to KL then onward to Chengdu, Sichuan Province in China.
Check out the Pandas ( 80% live in this province) , the fiery Sichuan cuisine and other cultural delights. Learn more about this trip. Or check out the cute Panda videos below!

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Eastern Europe Mid 2012

AussieTraveller is on their way to Europe in 2012 and actively seeking travel partners for the trip. Nothing set in stone yet, but looking at backpacking around eastern Europe mainly by train for 1 to 2 months in Mid 2012.

Looking for someone or a few people keen on organizing a trip around this time. Very flexible on everything. Learn more about this trip to Eastern Europe in mid 2012.

Create a Trip Idea or Join Existing Bespoke Trips

Any member of Globetrooper can suggest a trip idea or join with existing trip proposals.

Use the social networking tools built into Globetrooper (after registration) to create your trip or connect with other members seeking adventure and unique travel experiences around the world.

Travelers can create a bespoke trip idea on Globetrooper using the trip wizard which is completely free for groups travel and extremely easy to use.

More about this expedition to Mexico in a future feature article series on Globetrooper but lets say we are travel blogging here and there as far as the patchy hotel wi-fi permits, all great fun and a world away from the office back home.

There are some pretty cool and original trip ideas listed on Globetrooper this week, it is clear that a lot of people are taking their 2012 travel plans and aspirations very seriously indeed and hope to find some equally serious travel partners along the way!

Some of the trip ideas that piqued our curiosity this time around across the site include exciting travel propositions to distant New Zealand, Thailand and a rather unique trip idea that takes travelers trekking around the Albanian Alps in Eastern Europe.

Travel to New Zealand in 2012

Globetrooper user ‘Noodles’ is hoping to visit New Zealand in October 2012 and is looking for travel partners from the UK. Check out the lowdown on the trip.

I am going traveling In October 2012. Going to find fun and adventure where ever I can.

I am looking for like minded people from the United Kingdom. Anyone wanting to come along will have to be able to meet up a few times in the UK and get to know each other before departure. Learn more about this trip.

Thailand in Winter

User Julianna is planning a trip to Thailand in late 2012, she is trying to find travel partners who might enjoy such a trip to Asia. This is what she had to say about the trip idea.

I am planning on touring Thailand the first week or so then a yoga retreat the second week.
I have friends who have been here before and I will use their recommendations on where to go.

I have heard that it is better to book hotels when you are there and able to look at the room first.
I would like to travel with people who are responsible but want to have fun. Find out more about this trip.

Trekking in the Albanian Alps

One of the more adventurous trip ideas that caught our eye is a guided tour proposal from Globetrooper user Migen.

For a unique hiking experience try trekking in the Albanian Alps

For any users that feel like hiking in the Albania pastures and seeing the rural life in Albania this could be a trip of great interest, take a look at the trip lowdown.

The Alpine Pastures offer one of the least explored paths of the Albanian mountains.

Used not so often by peasant families during communism is considered a hidden unspoiled area.
As we walk through these gorgeous mountains we will be accommodated in the peasant’s alpine huts.

The local cuisine and hospitality is particularly interesting in the end of a long day. Discover more about this guided tour to Albania.

Plan an Adventure Trip or Create a Bespoke Travel Idea

This is just a small selection of the exciting trips created by our users now available to join listed on Globetrooper. As always it is very easy to create a bespoke trip idea and let travel partners from all over the world find you.

Make sure you list a trip in plenty of time to allow groups to form and adequate travel and contact information about the trips to be passed to all who have expressed interest in the trip idea. Create your perfect trip right now.

The seasons provide a fresh change from the days of summer with their seemingly endless days of sunshine and warmth to the days of winter and their blankets of ice and snow. Perhaps the best way to tour Helsinki is to acquire a Helsinki card, available in durations of 24, 48, and 72 hours.

With this card, you gain free entrance into museums and other sights, have access to unlimited public transportation, as well as a few other perks.

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The Helsinki card for tourists and visitors comes with a guidebook and map of the city.  It also includes discounts for various sightseeing tours, events, and the airport bus.

The Helsinki Expert Guided City Tour

The Helsinki Expert Guided City Tour, available in both Swedish and English, begins at the Olympia Terminal.

Enjoy the Remarkable City of Helsinki in Finland

This 1 hour and 45 minute tour takes sightseers to the most interesting parts of Helsinki including the Senate Square, Opera House, Temppeliaukio Church, and the Presidential Palace.

You can also tour Helsinki from the comfort of a double-decker bus. Perks of this tour include the following: available in 8 languages, ticket valid for a full 24 hours, unlimited getting on and off the bus during the ticket’s time of validity.

Other tours of Helsinki exist, including tours of many of the establishments that are located in the city.

What to See and Do in Helsinki

Something is always happening here, in Helsinki, including concerts, cultural events, and artistic exhibitions.  Throughout the year, this city hosts various concerts, celebrations, fun runs, recitals, contests, and more that will appeal to any visitor to the city.

A list of some of the most popular sights to see and things to do in the city of Helsinki are included below.

The Helsinki Zoo

The Helsinki Zoo is home to an eclectic variety of animals that range from those who originate in the tropical rain forest to those that come from the arctic tundra.

It is also home to rare animals that come to the zoo from all over the globe; from the lush tropical rain forests of south America and ranging to those of the icy cold arctic tundra.

At least two hundred animal species can be found at the zoo along with almost one thousand varieties of plants.

It is open seven days a week, though the hours vary. Find out more about visiting the zoo in Helsinki.

Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma

The Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma is home to contemporary art, special exhibitions, and performances in dance, drama, music, film, and more. It is closed on Mondays.
Sea Life Helsinki features an amazing opportunity to step inside a giant ocean tank filled with crabs, sharks, starfish, rays, and more through a transparent tunnel.  It is open seven days a week.

Senate Square in Helsinki

Senate Square is a delightful conglomeration of four buildings designed with neoclassic architecture and dating back to the early to middle 1800s.

The buildings in the square include the Government Palace, Helsinki Cathedral, the National Library of Finland, and the main building of the University of Helsinki. Find out more about what to see and do in Senate Square.

Suomenlinna Maritime Fortress

Suomenlinna Maritime Fortress, one of the worlds largest, dates back to 1748.  Open year round, no entrance fee to the park, and a multi vision show are only some of the highlights of this sea fortress.

Linnanski Amusement Park

Linnanski Amusement Park Despite all of the modern rides that range from scary and exciting to tame and pleasant, the wooden roller coaster is still a crowd pleaser.

Games, entertainment, arcade halls, and more add to the day’s fun that can be had here. If you like theme parks be sure to drop by.

Helsinki Museums

National Museum of Finland showcases a portrayal of Finnish history with numerous artifacts and collections.

The Ateneum Art Museum has Finland’s largest collection of art. Pieces include Finnish works of art from the 1750s all the way up to the 1960s.

Western art is also showcased from the time period between the 1800s and the 1950s. It is closed on Mondays.

Also visit the National Museum of Finland which showcases a portrayal of Finnish history with numerous artifacts and collections.

Churches and Cathedrals

Uspenski Orthodox Cathedral, located in the Katajanokka section of Helsinki, dates back to 1868.  It is a magnificent structure with golden cupolas, red bricks, and more.

The design of the cathedral clearly shows an influence from the Russians.
Temppeliaukio Church, is a must see on any travelers list.  An amazing church, carved from stone and bedrock, it showcases many concerts due to its amazing acoustics.

The Globetrooper View

Helsinki might date back to 1550, but it has a lot of modern conveniences to offer modern day travelers along with a taste of its historical past.

If planning a trip to Helsinki in Finland be sure to plan several days for touring this magnificent city that offers a multitude of interesting and cultural sights to see.

Why not create a bespoke trip to Helsinki in Finland and find travel partners with the Globetrooper trip wizard, creating a trip is free, fun and simple to accomplish.

At the station named Gesundbrunnen, you can take a tour through the green door and into the underground bunkers that were used to avoid air raids from the World Wars and onwards. The bunker rooms are dank and claustrophobic with low ceilings and thin air. There are old tubes from the pneumatic dispatch system, remnants from underground breweries, a railway cart that was used by the Trümmerfrauen (rubble women) to move debris to special rubbish hills after WWII.

As you can imagine, a tour of the bunkers gives you a bitter taste of what it was like to live in East Berlin during the city’s most tumultuous times.

If you are interested in any of these trips you can join Globetrooper for free and engage with other travelers seeking travel partners.

Peruvian Adventure Trails

Tiff from Canada is planning to visit Peru and various other countries in South America.

Enjoy the Peruvian AdventureTrails

Hey adventurers! I’m looking for some travel partners to join me on a trip around Peru!

It’s next on my list! I’d love to share the experience of hiking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, seeing the unique wildlife of the Amazon, and exploring the food and culture of the Peruvian people.

I’m an experienced traveler and I’m always up for great fun and adventure. Learn more about this exciting south American trip.

Journey the Trans Siberian Highway

Mike is looking for travel partners for his trip.

Following the Trans Siberian Highway, means starting from St. Petersburg and going all the way to Vladivostok.

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The travel plan says that we travel on a motor home. Get in touch with Mike to discuss the arrangements.

Drive Through Europe

Mohamed is looking for travel partners to accompany him across Europe in the summer of 2012. I am planning my dream trip to Europe next summer.

I am thinking of driving from Amsterdam to Madrid through Belgium,Luxembourg,Germany, Switzerland, Italy and France .
I am very open about the dates. Learn more about the trip.

Post Your Own Trip on Globetrooper

Just a selection of the new trips posted on Globetrooper this week, why not post your own or join in with existing travel plans using the trip creation wizard.

It’s exhilarating to drink in the lavish, extravagant visual displays, sounds and smells that come at you on a non-stop basis.

However, the constant flashing lights, the ching-ching of the slot machines and the scent of cigarettes and air freshener in the casinos can quickly overload the senses.

Vegas is a busy, bustling frenzy of human activity that attracts visitors from across the world but there is far more to see in the US state of Nevada than the city of Las Vegas.

Move Away From the Glitz of Vegas

The Nevada city of Las Vegas maybe a sparkling light in the desert for some but there is plenty more to see in Nevada.

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If you have a day or even a half day with no plans and want to enjoy the beauty of southern Nevada, step off the strip for a bit and renew your adventurous spirit and thirst for something new.

Take a close look at these essential pit stops for tourists visiting southern Nevada. Interesting places to visit that are a short, scenic drive from Las Vegas yet a world away in every other aspect.

Fire State Park Nevada

The Valley of Fire State Park, Nevada’s oldest and largest state park, is located fifty-five miles northeast of Las Vegas in the town of Overton.

Fire State Park in Nevada is a Remarkable Place to Experience

The unusual scenery found in the area makes this park a popular spot for filming movies. Scenes in famous television and theatrical productions such as The Professionals, Total Recall, and Star Trek Generations were shot here.

There are two entrance stations to Fire State Park which are unattended but have a self-pay system in place and directions to the full-scale visitor center.

Fire State Park Video Gallery

See the park for yourself, take a look at why Fire State Park appeals to adventurers and hikers who arrive in Nevada from all over the world.

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Support the park upkeep and pay the suggested donation amount; the amazing sights and scenery that you experience will be well worth it.

Once at the park visitor center you will be able to talk to a helpful park attendant to have any questions answered and receive a map showing the different trails that lead around Fire State Park.

Be warned, these trails are not typical rock or dirt trails; they are made of red sand which will find its way into your shoes, so fasten them up tightly and leave the sandals at home.

How long you want to hike will certainly depend on when you visit. The weather in the winter can be quite mild; temperatures range from freezing to seventy-five degrees during that time of year.

Watch the Nevada Desert Highs

Daily summer highs usually exceed one hundred degrees and can reach one hundred twenty.

The sand is said to get so hot during the summer the heat can be felt intensely through your shoes, so that might be the time to choose shorter hiking routes with frequent water and rest stops.

Find out more about visiting Fire State Park on the government web site.

The Petroglyph Canyon

Along the Petroglyph Canyon trail the 3,000 year-old drawings are easy to spot. If you only have the opportunity to visit one area, this is an amazing site to see and an easy walk.

If you’re up for a bit of a climb, visit White Domes trail. The stone formations are amazing. Find out more about hiking in this canyon.

The park brochure states that rock climbing is limited to specific areas, so for those who can’t resist seeing what’s at the top, hike up one of the larger boulder formations to glimpse a panoramic view of the countryside.

Though the park itself closes at sunset, stay in the area a bit longer to witness the myriad of stars that can be seen in abundance in a sky that’s free from light pollution, this is a perfect spot for fans of star gazing to see the night sky above.

This gorgeous park is well worth the drive from Las Vegas, even for a short visit.

Camping, RV camping and picnicking facilities are available if you’re able to spend more time in this delightful spot.

Visit Mount Charleston

An even closer getaway is Mount Charleston, or the Spring Mountains National Recreation area, located in the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest.

Rising to 11,918 feet, Charleston Peak is the third highest in the state and the only peak in southern Nevada that rises above forest timberline.

The Road to Mount Charleston in Nevada

There are fifty-one miles of trails in the Spring Mountains, as well as picnic areas, campgrounds, RV camping facilities and a ski resort.

Places to Stay Near Mount Charleston

Even if you just want to get away for a scenic meal, it’s worth the trip to visit Mount Charleston Lodge, which sits at 7,717 feet above sea level and is a thirty- five-minute drive from the Las Vegas strip.

Breakfast, lunch, dinner and drinks are served there, including World Famous Mt. Charleston Coffee, and a Mt. Charleston Mudslide.

This area is a favorite cool-down getaway for the locals in the summer and a good place to play in the snow in the winter.

If you can sneak away from your Vegas hotel room, stay for a night at The Resort on Mount Charleston. Yes, you can still gamble there, but you can also visit the spa, have a drink and a meal, or just sit slack-jawed and marvel at the view.

Unless you’re used to this scenery, the landscape is spectacular and will take your breath away.

This peaceful environment is a nice contrast to the sometimes overbearing atmosphere of The Las Vegas Strip which is typically a frenzy of busy people, lights, casino and enormous hotels.

The Globetrooper View

A little nature break away from the hustle and bustle can be a wonderful way to relax, renew and refresh before jumping back into the flash and glitz of Las Vegas.

There is More to see in the State of Nevada Than Just The Las Vegas Strip

Most visitors to Vegas probably don’t even realize that there is so much more to do in Nevada and that Vegas isn’t Nevada, there really is more in what is a actually a very large state.

Nevada is great for hikers, nature lovers and rock climbing enthusiasts so the state adventure trails are well worth a closer look.

Just keep an eye on the climate as temperatures can soar to uncomfortable highs during parts of the year.

Be certain to place exploring wider Nevada on your list of things to do when visiting the area.

Plan Your Adventure Trip to Nevada

Globetroopers who feel drawn to experience Nevada can join existing trips to the state of Nevada by following current expeditions.

Or you can propose bespoke trips and wait for other adventurers to join as travel partners and see all the state has to offer together.

Create a trip to Southern Nevada using the Globetrooper Trip Wizard.

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It’s also been remarked that the Balinese are among the most gracious and cultured people on earth. As soon as you arrive on Balinese soil prepare to step into an exciting new world of adventure, culture and exploration.When you first get to the airport at Bali, the Ngurah Rai Airport, commonly referred to as Denpasar International Airport, in Southern Bali you’ll notice the calm pace and the broad smiles on everyone you meet.

To best enjoy your trip to the island whether for relaxation or adventure exploration, it’s a good idea to inform yourself of a few essential pieces of useful travel information before you arrive in Bali.

Local Currency in Bali

When exchanging your money for the local currency, you’ll want to ask for larger notes. One-thousand Indonesian rupiahs equal less than one dollar (or 0.116077 USD, as per the currency exchange).

The notes come in 1,000, 2,000, 5,000, 10,000, 20,000, 50,000 and 100,000 versions. Be careful to count the notes carefully when exchanging your foreign currency.

Refuse to be rushed by anyone during your stay since Bali is a long way from home for most visitors take your time dealing with personal finances..

Why Visit Bali in Indonesia?

A trip to Bali is a perfect location for restful recuperation, adventure traveling or a combination of both. The rich indulgent scenery has to be seen in the flesh to be properly appreciated.

The Beaches of Bali

Bali is home to impressive beaches with lush forests and vegetation. The island is a great place to relax or enjoy adventure pursuits. Check out some of the beaches.

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In Bali rugged hills, waterfalls and exotic beaches await the intrepid traveler. For those who like to roam long distance Bali is the ideal location, either as part of a single trip or as a multi destination port of call.

Recommended Hotels and Places to Stay

There are many hotels in Bali that cater to a luxury affluent style of visitor on a relaxing vacation but it is equally possible to find inexpensive accommodation and low cost apartments or travel hostels suitable for backpackers, water sports enthusiasts and the like.

Luxury Bali Hotel Accommodation and Resorts

Take a close look at our accommodation selection and recommendations, we have selected some options at each end of the price scale.

Then depending what kind of traveler you are you can book your bed!

Le Grand Bali Resort Hotel

Le Grand Bali

A recommended hotel destination in Bali for those wanting some luxury but not too stuffy either.

The hotel Le Grande is a modern and stylish resort hotel with well designed, luxurious and spacious accommodation. Le Grande has 60 suites and 130 deluxe rooms available to visitors ensuring both comfort and style.

Le Grande Suites sits at the very center of the New Kuta locale in Bali and is a great base for relaxing or adventuring. Find out more about staying at the Le Grand Bali.

The Bulgari Hotel Bali

The Bulgari Resort and Hotel

The 59-villa Bulgari Resort Bali brings the style of two unique regions together and combines traditional Balinese design while preserving the distinctive Bulgari Italian style.

The garden and interior walls are constructed from the finest natural stone with refined bangkiray hardwood in the hotel villas.

The hotel designers at the Bulgari Resort have used natural green colored subakumi stone to clad outdoor showers and swimming pools creating a unique accommodation experience for travelers visiting the hotel. Find out more about this hotel.

The Conrad Hotel Bali

The Conrad Hotel Bali

The luxury Conrad Bali hotel is presented within 6.8 hectares of well tended, tropical gardens and crystal clear turquoise lagoons matched with cascading waterfalls and tranquil water pools that gracefully descend onto the hotel’s wide expanse of white sandy beach and protected inlet.

Conrad Bali offers guests a dull range of facilities includes a 33-metre swimming pool, for athletes and exercise aficionados a jogging track with landscaped gardens plus a broad range of water and beach sports.

The Conrad hotel also features a group of floodlit tennis courts to practice your game and a modern Fitness Center and the luxury Jiwa Spa for peaceful relaxation and sensual treatments. Discover more about the Conrad hotel in Bali.

Budget Accommodation for Adventure Travelers

Green Garden Hotel

The Green Garden hotel is one of Bali’s premier budget hotels and offers travelers to the island quality service, great value for money and a prime location suitable for all kinds of activities.

The unique selling point of this hotel is its friendly Balinese hospitality and culture. Find out more about the Green Garden hotel.

The Green Garden Hotel, among the popular family owned and operated run hotels in Bali, offers travelers an accommodation experience that combines comfort with flexibility and affordability.

This accommodation principle truly makes for a home away from home.

The Island Hotel

Situated just a short stroll away to the famous Double 6 beach. The Island Hotel in Bali is surrounded by great restaurants, night clubs and late night bars. There is also a fantastic shopping district is right on your doorstep to pick up some great souvenirs of your stay in Bali.

This hostel is actually described as the first boutique hostel on the island.

Travelers to Bali can enjoy the best of both worlds at the Island Hotel, experience a chilled out culture and and enjoy an excellent base for adventure activities such as hiking or diving. Find out more about the Island Hotel.

Nick’s Homestay

Nick’s Homestay pitches travelers with real Balinese families in Ubud. The homestay design is in the style of the houses of Balinesse holy priest.

Travelers to Nicks’s Homestay really can feel that they belong to part of Balinese culture and the people. Nick’s Homestay welcomes guests from all over the world.

This style of budget accommodation is a great way for travelers to appreciate the culture of Bali and feel at home in Ubud. Learn more about staying at Nick’s Homestay.

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Most people who have traveled to Bali soon start to wish that they had packed a little less in their suitcase, as they inevitably end up leaving the country with much more in the way of purchased apparel.

Shopping Opportunities in Bali

Shopping for men’s, women’s and children’s clothes is almost as much fun as shopping for souvenirs.

The quality is good, as are the prices. And there are many styles and sizes to choose from.

The Balinese are especially fond of children, so you’ll find plenty of attire and some designer fashions for little ones.

You will not need fancy clothes, as the island is lacking the sort of locale where one would wear evening wear or dress shoes.

Bring open-toed sandals which are easy to walk in. You might also want to bring a pair of sneakers or rugged hiking shoes if you are walking or hiking else good beachwear will do the trick.

Hiking Adventure in Bali

Many hiking associations consider Bali one of the top destinations for the island’s breathtaking scenery which is truly awe inspiring.

Hiking in Bali offers impresive scenery and powerful landscapes and vistas for the determined hiker.

If you have arrived in Bali to go hiking make sure it is the dry season ideally. The best time to go hiking to the top of the mountains is during the dry season because the trails are not so slippery and wet.

Furthermore if you have gone hiking for the views of the scenery it is more likely that the there are no clouds or mist so the views from high up the hills and slopes are much clearer.

There are plenty of remote winding village paths, crystal clear lakes for fishing and even diving plus jaw dropping coastlines, craters and paddies or rice fields, as well as rocky heights where you’ll glimpse gorgeous sunrises and sunsets.

Water Sports and Marine Activities

Bali is a remarkable place for adrenaline fueled water sports, visitors to the island can enjoy beach side water sports or more aggressive surfing and scuba diving amidst the corals and rocky inlets that surround the coastline.

There are plenty of water sport opportunities in Bali including surfing

A warm climate and clear crystal waters make water sports in Bali an obvious choice for adventure activities.

What About the Weather?

What about the weather indeed, the most important question for many! There is high humidity and there are usually refreshing scattered thunderstorms that clear the air.

If you’re not accustomed to temperature in the high eighties, you may feel compelled to rush into your hotel room and turn on the air conditioning.

Before it you that, rather than turning the a/c on full-blast, consider turning it down a few notches below what the temperature is outside.

That will be more than enough to cool you down, and, remember, you will be going in and out. Your own body thermometer will soon adjust.

Using Electrical Items

What sort of electrical outlets do hotels use? Most use 220 V, 50 cycles. You will need to bring appliances with the prongs that are the dual round ones.

If you are female and a good hair dryer is essential packing then you want to make certain that it works!

There is a well-known supermarket in Bali named “Matahari’s” which carries adaptors, if you find yourself in need of one. (Ask the person at the front desk of your hotel where the nearest “Matahari’s” store is.)

Eating Out and Local Cuisine in Bali

Meals in Indonesia include plenty of scintillating curries, tummy filing black eyed peas and egg plants, cooling cucumbers, and redolent mustards.

Dishes often contain coconut milk and fragrant fruits like pineapples and papayas. Spices are used liberally. Rice is a staple part of the diet. You’ll find the food flavorful, rich and healthy. Enjoy the cuisine!

Create a Trip to Bali in Indonesia

Kick start a Bali adventure by creating a trip to Indonesia with the Globetrooper trip wizard.

Our travel planner is free to use for group travel and you can be meeting other travelers hoping to journey to Bali in next to no time at all.

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