The Bali Handbook
Experience Bali through our eyes
Authentic recommendations for the best stays, restaurants, and experiences in Bali — personally tested and honestly reviewed.
100+ places
personally visited & reviewed
Honest reviews
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Hi, We're Robbin & Grace
We're a couple who completely fell head over heels for Bali and couldn't keep it to ourselves! Robbin originally came here from the Netherlands for an internship and never left, while Grace has called Bali home for most of her life.
After discovering so many incredible spots and having countless adventures, we realized we had to share these discoveries with fellow travelers like you. This guide is packed with all the places that made us laugh, gasp in amazement, and fall even deeper in love with this magical island.
Here's the thing - we don't recommend anything we haven't personally experienced and absolutely loved. No sponsored posts, no paid placements. Just honest recommendations from two people who've made countless mistakes, discovered incredible gems, and want to help you skip the tourist traps and find the real Bali magic.
Our favorite stays
Hand-picked accommodations where we've personally stayed and would return to in a heartbeat.
Arkamara
Arkamara sits peacefully along a quiet road in Singakerta, where rice paddies me...
Sea la Vie
Sea La Vie Resort sits right on the western coast of Nusa Penida, overlooking To...
Shelter Island
Tucked along Jalan Sanggingan, Ubud's artistic thoroughfare, Shelter Island feel...
Our favorite dining
From local warungs to fine dining restaurants, these are our favorite places to eat in Bali.
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