Surely you have had the opportunity to read the fascinating bestseller “Eat, Pray, Love” by Elizabeth Gilbert or, perhaps, see the film starring Julia Roberts where the story of a woman who seeks her inner peace traveling the world is told.

This book cannot be classified as a self-help, travel or religious reading; its attraction is the subtle invitation to be in touch with our present, our spiritual side and what we really seek in our lives.

If in your life you are looking for a reunion with your inner being, in the style of “Eat, Pray and Love”, Bali is that place in the world that invites you to do it and, after having experienced it firsthand, here we will tell you the reasons.

1. Eating in Bali

Gastronomy in Indonesia is rich in variety and, like Asian food in general, each dish is a discovery of flavors, aromas, and colors.

However, Bali is one of the best places in all of Indonesia to eat, since what characterizes most Balinese recipes is the use of local spices that occur on the island. Coconut milk, with which they acquire a creamy texture, tempeh, a superfood that comes from the fermentation of soybeans and very typical of the island, fruits, vegetables and rice. All accompanied by authentic seasonings that add that unique flavor to meals.

If you want to try some typical Indonesian dishes, we recommend the Gado-Gado, made of vegetables seasoned in peanut sauce; el Soto, an exquisite vegetable and meat soup; or the Nasi Goreng, which is made with fried rice, chicken and soy sauce.

However, if what you are looking for is to connect with your body and look for a healthy alternative that is in harmony with your mind, in Bali you will be able to find a series of places where you can carry out Ayurveda retreats, the traditional medicine of India that is also practiced in Bali. , or dozens of international restaurants for all tastes and pockets.

On our trips to Bali, we organize experiences so that you can enjoy all the riches that the island has to offer, from typical meals with local families, to dinners in our 5* restaurants.

2. Pray in Bali

Bali is called the “Island of the Gods” because it is estimated that it has more than 10,000 temples and, in each one, there are representative figures of Hindu gods.

Among the best-known temples is the Pura Besakih, which is actually a complex of 22 temples connected by stairs and terraces. There is also the Pura Kehen temple, surrounded by palm trees and where you can witness numerous ceremonies, and the Pura Uluwatu temple, located on a cliff where monkeys live, considered to ward off evil spirits.

Bali is a place of spirituality and religion, so its inhabitants continue with the tradition of making offerings and praying to good spirits that grant happiness and prosperity. The offerings, better known as canang sari, you will not only see them in the temples, but also in the houses or in the premises, forming part of the local landscape. These are made with flowers, incense, food and coconut leaves.

? On our trips to Bali we connect with the essence of the island through rituals and ceremonies in its temples and others, privately only for our travelers. From purifications to readings and consultations with an authentic healer -or healer-, in BALIBUTA you will find real experiences full of spirituality to feel the deepest and most magical side of Bali.

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3. Love in Bali

Bali is a place to rediscover self-love and for this, it offers paradisiacal destinations. One of these places is Tanah Lot, a temple located on an islet, where watching the sunset will be an unforgettable experience.

There is also the Nungnung waterfall, which you will reach after going down some stairs of approximately 500 steps, and where you can take the opportunity to cool off while connecting with your interior while listening to the water fall.

Every corner of Bali invites you to love, to connect with nature, with the kindness and goodness of its people and with your self-love.

Without a doubt, Bali is the place in the world to discover self-love, be in touch with your spiritual side and use your senses to enjoy a unique and exquisite gastronomy.

There is no better place in the world to recreate the story of “Eat, Pray, Love” as in Bali.

If you have not yet seen the movie “Eat, Pray, Love” you can watch it on Netflix. We also invite you to read the book that is beautiful.