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Indonesia is an archipelago of over 1700 islands. Renowned for huge areas of wilderness, rich biodiversity, and such famous places as Sumatra, Java, and the capital city Jakarta, the Indonesian national motto is 'many, yet one'. This typifies the status of Indonesia as a massively diverse South East Asian country which combines a rich, vibrant culture with stunning natural beauty. Certainly stunning, and retaining all its natural splendor is the island of Bali, and each hotel in Bali, Indonesia is well placed to cater for Indonesia's most popular attraction.
Bali is by far the most visited destination in Indonesia. To many it typifies the perfect paradise isle, with clear blue lagoons, beautiful white beaches and an attitude to life that blends spirituality with harmony of the land and environment. Since the 1930s Bali has been regarded as one of the world’s most enduring beauty spots and it continues today to enthral all who sample its obvious pleasures.
While Bali is synonymous with beach life and water sports, they represent just a part of the islands natural and cultural charm. Indonesia is rightly famed for its boundless, stunning natural habitats and Bali is no exception. There is if course the sea life and coral reefs, best explored by diving, or by dining at one of the islands superb seafood restaurants. Then there are the mountains, including two active volcanoes. In between, the rich fertile lands produce rice and the finest Arabica coffee beans, and are home to a bewildering variety of animal and plant species. The Bali Barat National Park is the place to see the full range of the island's animal inhabitants.
Enjoying the best of Bali's natural environment is the town of Ubud, framed by rice paddies and deep ravines. Ubud is widely considered to be the cultural centre of Bali and has a range of art galleries, museums, cultural sites and markets in which visitors can buy local handicrafts. The culture of Bali is a fusion of Indian, Chinese and indigenous influences and together they represent an elegant, harmonious, and artistic mix of art, worship and celebration, which is incorporated into daily life and activity.
Other notable towns and cities include the capital, Denpasar, home to the international airport, and Singaraja, the one-time colonial capital and port in the North of the island. The beach towns and resorts are what most people think of when they think of Bali and they are located on the south coast of the island which enjoys long stretches of white sands in contrast to the volcanic black sands of the northern coast. The original and still most popular Bali beach resort is Kuta.
Once a small fishing village, Kuta has grown to become one of the world's top beach holiday destinations. Filled with shops and markets, bars and restaurants, clubs and nightlife, Kuta is definitely for people who wish to combine some excellent beach activities with a vibrant social scene. In each hotel in Bali, Indonesia has honed a particular art of hospitality within Kuta. Small boutique hotels sit along major luxury hotels and apartments, backpacker hostels form part of the cost effective accommodation options for younger travelers, and all within Kuta, just a short distance from Denpasar and the Airport.
The town of Kuta has developed over the years to encompass the surrounding towns and villages, including Legian to the north, known for its commercial outlets, entertainment options and restaurants, and to Jimbaran in the south, famed for its wonderful seafood restaurants. The further village of Tuban is on the seafront and is home to some of the finest luxury hotels in Bali, Indonesia.
In addition to the area around Kuta there has been further Bali beach resort developments, most notably the enclave of Nusa Dua, an area dominated by world class luxury hotels and conference facilities. The island has gained prominence as a prime Asian location for conferences and business meetings and many of the luxury hotels are particularly equipped with all the necessary services and amenities for business, including dedicated business centers, secretarial services, boardrooms, and guest rooms and suites with high speed internet access and other business networking technology. Nusa Dua, Bali, played host to the United Nations Climate Change conference in 2007.
Each hotel in Bali Indonesia is as diverse as the island itself. The very best in top luxury hotels on the island offer levels of amenity, service, and facilities which would be expected from the world's premier hotels. Stylish, sophisticated or grand interiors will exude quality and luxury while air conditioning and sumptuous environments for dining, relaxing, and sleeping will offer the perfect ambience for any luxury stay in Bali. Many of the finest hotels also boast incredible locations, right on the beach front and with extensive grounds, gardens, and spa and leisure facilities. Other luxury hotels will combine the refined exclusivity with facilities for both business and pleasure.
There are also many smaller independent style hotel in Bali, Indonesia which lack nothing of the style and luxury of their better known brand cousins. These boutique hotels usually occupy great locations on the beach or in town and display a unique character all of their own.
Other hotels in Bali Indonesia will be family oriented with a range of associated services and activities for family beach holidays. Whichever hotel you choose, all the information and access to the islands most popular activities and attractions will be on hand, from the excellent water sports to the endless options for dining and entertainment.
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