Bali on a Budget: The Secrets to Saving Up to 50% on Vacation

Traveling to Bali is pretty much affordable. But for some people, traveling to Bali can be a little bit pricey. Then, they are wondering, how to travel to Bali on a budget?  Is it possible o not? Yes, it is. Of course, everything depends on your lifestyle. Where you stay, where you go, how you go around the island, and what you eat. Well, here is our secrets on how to vacation in Bali on a budget.

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1. Stay in an affordable accommodation

Is there any affordable accommodation in Bali with excellent services? Indeed, but you have to choose carefully. Here are our villa recommendations at affordable with excellent services and stunning views. And the good news is they offer 50% off during your stay which is valid until December 19, 2021. 

• Villa Kelusa

Lies in Kelusa village, Villa Kelusa is a luxury villa Ubud nestled on the edge of a green tropical forest where you will be pampered by the abundant green nature. You can enjoy the green nature from the main bedrooms, too. 

• Villa Vastu

Do you travel for a self-escape? If yes, Villa Vastu is for you. A private villa with a strong spiritual ambiance where you can relax and get peace. Anyway, it’s only 50 minutes from Ubud center. 

• Villa Atas Awan

An Ubud villa with Javanese Joglo style located amid a lush tropical jungle. Villa Atas Awan is rich in wooden accents but still looks elegant and luxurious. It is popular among Yogis, too. 

• Villa Casabama

If you are a beach addict, then Villa Casabama is for you. A luxury villa that is located in a coastal area where you will be overwhelmed by the beach atmosphere. It’s pretty near Saba beach. 

• Villa Bayad

A luxury private villa Ubud with a vast tropical garden where you can find various local fruit and flower trees. Villa Bayad is completed with a swimming pool, gym, yoga bale, dining room, and kitchen.

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2. Choose the Transportation Smartly

Going around Bali by public transportations is not a thing. Renting a taxi can be costly. So, how to get around it for a holiday in Bali on a budget? Renting a motorbike or a car sounds good. Renting a motorbike in Bali is cheap, starting from IDR 50.000 per day. But if it is not fit you best, Gojek or Grab will help you a lot. 

You just need to download one of those apps, sign up, and order for a driver, both a motorbike or a grab depends on your needs. Thus, you can go around the island with an economical transportations fee. Please take note that it will be difficult to find a Gojek or Grab driver in a remote area of the island. Even you will not find it at all. 

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3. Eat the Local Food

Having lunch or dinner at a cozy and fancy restaurant will give you a lot of fun. The cost is reasonable, too. But if you want to save more pennies during your vacation in Bali on a budget, eating the local food at warungs can be an alternative. At the warungs, you can have meals at lower-priced. Make sure to choose the hygiene one. Anyway, here is another recommendation for Balinese food to try. 

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4. Experience Great Things With Less Money

Who says that having great and memorable moments on the island is expensive? Bali has many things to offer. It means you have many choices. You can do many activities at low prices like exploring these places in Bali to visit. 

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5. Shopping at Shopping Center

Your trip to Bali will be less memorable if you don’t bring any souvenirs when you back home. At least you bring one thing that is identical to Bali or remind you about Bali like Balinese handicrafts, clothes, or anything else. The best way to deal with it is shopping at a shopping center like Ubud Art Market. 

Those are some secrets for a successful holiday in Bali on a budget. Whenever and wherever you go traveling, don’t depend your happiness on the amount of money you have. But be happy with everything you have. Joyful comes when you enjoy every moment in your life.