Published: April 6th 2005April 6th 2005
Vanessa's Sanctuary in Sanur
Done in traditional Balinese architecture, this hotel has been a favorite of Vanessa's.
Arrival in Denpasar, Bali 4/23/05:
After a quick jaunt of THIRTY SIX hours we reached Indonesia. Bali is not at all what I expected. Frankly, I thought it would be an Australian version of the Caribbean but, boy was I wrong. Bali may be a tourist destination but, it is entirely third world. Tired, hungry and cranky we took a taxi to Sanur the "upscale, beachy area" of Bali. I was in utter shock, walking around the dirty, rundown streets followed by stray dogs and a chorus of voices saying, "You wanna buy? Cheap, cheap? Transport? Cheap, cheap!" As we wandered the streets chasing down Lonely Planet "budget" (yes, my friends, you are reading correctly) accommodations, it became increasingly clear that anyplace worth staying was enclosed in tall brick walls and therefore, a little difficult to indentify. Unfortunately for Dave the two places we did manage to find and check out were busts. The all-important bathroom inspection caused me to step back in a
Hindu Offering
These offerings are made and placed daily throughout Bali. In the road, on the beach, at temples, these offerings with their incense and colors are a sight to behold.
SANUR, BALI:
And did we luck out! The Puri Gopa Hotel turned out to be a little oasis amongst the chaos. Designed in traditional Balinese style, it is truly beautiful. Bali, unlike the rest of Indonesia (which is Muslim), is Hindu. Every hotel, household and restaurant has some sort of shrine and the most beautiful floral "offerings" are displayed every morning and evening. We entered our room through an intricately carved, gold door and the grounds were adorned with various Hindu sculptures. Best of all, they had an amazing pool that was placed next to a huge carved, stone Balinese arch. We explored the beach front and quickly discovered the amazing resorts that give Sanur it's reputation. The price difference is staggering. They generally charge $200/night when Dave and I were breaking the budget at $25/night! We spent 4 days in Sanur just hanging out and adjusting to Indonesia. (I'm afraid I was the only one needing the adjustment (by the pool!)
A Pre honeymoon of sorts, we have decided to spend 3 months traveling throughout Asia. At 6'5" and 5'10" and pale as newborns, we stick out like..... 2SoreThumbs.... full info
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Date: 11th April 2005
ammenities
Wow! What a lucky find. Did your room come with its own bathroom. Did you have a little cooking area...What are you doing for food? Let me know more about this hotel...I'll definitely keep it in mind...if it actually has a decent bathroom/shower facilities. Have fun!! - Gina
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ammenities
Wow! What a lucky find. Did your room come with its own bathroom. Did you have a little cooking area...What are you doing for food? Let me know more about this hotel...I'll definitely keep it in mind...if it actually has a decent bathroom/shower facilities. Have fun!! - Gina
From Blog: Bali Hai
Date: 21st April 2005
Toilet
As far as the toilet goes, I don't see a big deal. You didn't have to go all the way to Bali to use those toilets! All the hippies at Bonnaroo, TN were doing the same thing last year!! (I guess the foreign critters are scary. I don't want to put my heiny near foreign critters!) Kara - Kara
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Toilet
As far as the toilet goes, I don't see a big deal. You didn't have to go all the way to Bali to use those toilets! All the hippies at Bonnaroo, TN were doing the same thing last year!! (I guess the foreign critters are scary. I don't want to put my heiny near foreign critters!) Kara - Kara
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Toilet
I would agree with Vanessa's idea of a good toilet. Especially since the whole point and shoot theory isn't as easy for the women. I my mind a bad bathroom could ruin a good morning. - Chris L.
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