Ubud, Bali

Ubud is the center of art and dance in the foothills of Bali, with an interesting small palace, monkey forest, and lots of arts and crafts shops. Famous for its painter's community, Ubud is special in more ways than one. It has its own magic, and its particularly beautiful surroundings and gracious way of life have drawn celebrities and artists from all over the world in recent decades. Some have even adopted Ubud as their own home.  The magic is easy to find, just take a walk south of the village through its terraced paddy fields to the monkey forest. Fresh water spouts out of the sheer rock at the ravine, and a bath in a secluded shady spot is a purifying experience.

Distance by car to Ngurah Rai Airport (90 min), Kuta (60 min)