DAY 1-3 : SANUR
Ease into your Bali honeymoon or romantic holiday in the beautiful seaside town of Sanur , just a half-hour drive from the airport .
Often called ‘ the Bali of old ’, Sanur offers a gentle introduction to this magical island , and visitors fall in love with the lazy beach days and charming beachfront restaurants . While known for its low-key vibe , this east-coast gem still has plenty to tempt you off your sun lounger ( or not ).
Once you ’ ve settled at your luxury hotel or villa , take a stroll along the beloved promenade that wraps the coastline . Flanked by resorts , cafes , and vibrant traditional jukung fishing boats , this is the perfect introduction to Sanur ’ s five-kilometre stretch of beaches . Sanur days are often spent walking , lounging , and dining along the seaside promenade that is dotted with great restaurants and cafes with postcard-ready views of the island of Nusa Lembongan on the distant horizon ( and if you ' re lucky , mighty Mount Agung on mainland Bali !).
If you can ’ t wait to throw down a towel , Sanur Beach is known for its calm waters ( thanks to an offshore reef ), which are lovely for a leisurely swim . Craving something a little more action-packed ? Along with paddle-boarding and windsurfing , kitesurfing is one of the most popular water sports here , with lessons available for beginners and numerous rental shops along the beach .
Don ’ t miss :
• Book a spa treatment or a yoga session – or both ! – at the gorgeous Koa Shala , a boutique spa with professional therapists , a superb spa menu , and a holistic wellness centre with regular yoga classes . It ’ s located in the heart of Sanur .
• The Sindhu Night Market on the town ’ s main road offers epic street food at super-affordable prices ! Don ’ t miss the pisang goreng ( a local fried banana dish ) for dessert .
[ This page ] Sanur ' s scenic beaches are lined with fishing boats , luxury hotels and relaxed beach restaurants . If you ' re lucky , you may even spot Bali ' s highest point , mighty Mount Agung , in the distance .
PHOTOS : NATALIE BANNISTER ; KADEK ARI-PRANATA ; UNSPLASH
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