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Lombok is definitely worth a visit. The main city of Mataram is slightly more dangerous to be in than places in Bali, but I didn’t have any problems. I stayed in another Kuta, which is in the...
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One of the first restaurants in Kuta, Bali, Made’s Warung 1 is still popular with visitors. It is situated at Jalan Pantai Kuta. There are large wooden tables, which multiple parties can share....
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There are lots of internet cafes (also known as “warnet” in Indonesian) that dot the streets of Kuta, Bali. Where possible, avoid internet access at the resort hotels since prices are much more competitive on the street. Visitors can find a good deal at most places, though it does help to...
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Sarongs are called “sarung” in Indonesian, and you can find plenty of nicely designed ones in the shops and market stalls of Kuta, Bali. Sarung are essentially medium to large pieces of cotton or rayon material that may be worn as skirts, put on over bathing suits, used to sit on the beach...
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For beautiful, exquisite, and intricately-designed lace (known as “krawang” in Balinese), head to Uluwatu. There are eight shops in the main resort areas of Kuta, Nusa Dua, Ubud, and Sanur. I went to the one located at Jalan Pantai Kuta. Their telephone number is (62) 361-755342....
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There is no shortage of surfer-style clothing for sale in Kuta, Bali. Tourists can find outlet shops of all kinds. Most carry name-brand shirts, shorts, pants, bathing suits, etc., but check the...
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If you have the money and want to visit an international chain of an American classic restaurant and bar, head to the Hard Rock Café on Jalan Pantai in Kuta, Bali. The Hard Rock is open seven...
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The Apache Reggae Bar is located on Jalan Legian 146 in Kuta, Bali. It is known to be mellow and is much less crowded than nearby Bounty and other clubs. As you can deduce from its name, the DJs...
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Clubbers will find the Bounty Discotheque on Jalan Legian (south of Poppies 2) in Kuta, Bali. The club is in a novelty building that looks like a large pirate ship. There are two main dance...
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