There are dozens of ways to relax and recharge your mind, body and spirit. For me, yoga is the perfect way. It helps me stay focused and present and it’s a moving meditation that I crave on a daily basis. Since Bali is a yogi’s paradise, I couldn’t wait to practice on this spiritual island. And I …
Bali is known as the “Island of Gods” and once you get, you realize why. Quite simply, it feels different on the island, as if there’s a divine peacefulness that blankets the place. You can especially feel it when you find a quiet place and gaze at the sunset, visit a Hindu temple or meditate near the Ayung …
River Rafting, Ayung River, Bali While in Ubud, we went white water river rafting on the Ayung River. For about 2-3 hours, we floated down the river, staring at the lush green rainforest and natural waterfalls. Our guide, Mr. West (a nickname because he’s from the westside of Bali), guided us with easy commands like, …
As an animal lover, visiting the Monkey Forest in Ubud was one of the highlights of my trip to Bali. The place has well over 600 Balinese long-tailed monkeys that seem to ignore the tourists and go about their business as if we weren’t there. It was incredible to see groups of monkeys in their …
Bali is one of the most spiritual places I’ve ever been. About 90% of the population is Hindu and I was lucky enough to soothe my soul in a traditional Melukat (soul purification). The ceremony was conducted in the morning by a Balinese priest who set up colorful offerings and fragrant incense on the beach …
Mandapa, Ritz-Carlton Reserve Immediately after our arrival at the Mandapa, Ritz-Carlton Reserve in Ubud, we added an extra day. It just felt right. The resort is located off the main road and aside from a small sign, the gated entrance is hidden between a few small homes where locals live with dogs, roosters and hens roaming …
While there is no question that I love to travel, I also love being a tourist in my own city. This weekend, I visited the Farm Sanctuary in Acton, which is located about 45 miles north from Downtown Los Angeles. Since I’ve been going through some drama in my life (more on that at a …
