Kj Villanueva, Author at Beauty Guide Bali

8 Best Beach Clubs in Seminyak Worth Visiting

Kj Villanueva October 20, 2026 No Comments

You don’t need to book an expensive daybed to enjoy best beach clubs in Seminyak. Several offer free entry, with minimum spends depending on whether you choose a restaurant table, beanbag, or poolside lounger. Knowing those differences helps you find somewhere that suits your afternoon without spending more than you planned. I’ve lived in Bali since 2022, and my ideal beach afternoon starts with a long walk along Seminyak’s coastline before settling in for seafood and sunset cocktails. Over repeat visits, I’ve found that where you sit can matter as much as which club you choose. This guide combines those experiences with October 2026 checks of venue prices and booking policies, comparing eight beach clubs by atmosphere, food, pool access,

2026 Guide on Where to Stay in Sidemen Based on your Budget

Kj Villanueva September 29, 2026 No Comments

If you’re deciding where to stay in Sidemen, I’d start near Jalan Raya Tebola, just south of the village market. It’s an easy base for a first visit: you’ll have a few warungs and shops nearby, with rice fields, silver workshops, and Gembleng Waterfall a short drive away. I’ve lived in Bali for years, and Sidemen is one of the places that reminds me to slow down. I like watching the rice terraces drop into the valley, seeing Mount Agung above them, and finding that a walk to lunch can take as long as I want it to. There’s no beach club schedule to plan around. You can give yourself a quiet morning and see where the day goes. This

Pantai Pandawa Beach Bali : What I Wish I Knew (2026 Entrance Fees & Tips)

Kj Villanueva September 22, 2026 No Comments

Pantai Pandawa Beach Bali (Pantai Pandawa) is a reef-protected white-sand beach in Kutuh Village, on the Bukit Peninsula between Nusa Dua and Uluwatu. The 2026 entrance fee for international visitors is IDR 25,000 per adult, or about $1.50. Unlike most beaches in this part of Bali, you can drive almost directly to the sand. There are no long cliff stairs or narrow rock passageways like at Padang Padang Beach. I’ve lived in Uluwatu since 2022, around 9 miles from Pandawa. It’s the beach I’d recommend if you want to actually swim. An offshore reef helps calm the water, lifeguards watch the designated swimming area, and you’ll find kayaks, toilets, and local warungs within a short walk of the parking area.

8 Best Beach Clubs in Canggu Bali (2026 Guide

Kj Villanueva September 18, 2026 No Comments

The best beach clubs in Canggu Bali are located into three areas from huge party clubs on Berawa Beach, slower pool-and-lunch spots around Echo Beach, and smaller beachfront places where you can drop in for a drink and sunset. Choosing the wrong one can mean spending an afternoon and around $100 (1.6 million IDR) at a club that was never really your vibe. I lived in Canggu for over a year, based near Batu Bolong, before moving down to Uluwatu. I’ve been to these clubs on quiet weekday afternoons, busy weekends, and sunset sessions when getting a good seat suddenly becomes a competitive sport. This guide covers the eight Canggu beach clubs people ask about most, including minimum spends, what

Best ATV Rides in Bali (2026): Prices, Route Details and Best Operators

Kj Villanueva August 25, 2026 No Comments

The best ATV rides in Bali aren’t all versions of the same muddy jungle track. Each region gives you different terrain, scenery, and riding conditions, so the right tour depends on the kind of day you want. In Ubud, ATV routes pass through rice fields, jungle trails, tunnels, and carved caves. Uluwatu combines limestone paths, forest, and muddy tracks near the coast. Mount Batur takes you across black lava fields, often at sunrise, with some tours adding a hot spring afterward. Munduk is the full-day option, with highland coffee farms, cooler weather, and a waterfall swim. This guide compares ATV tours in Ubud, Uluwatu, Mount Batur, and Munduk, including operators, routes, prices, and what each experience includes. You can choose

What To Do In Ubud at Night? : Ubud Nightlife ( 9 Best Bars & Late-Night Spots)

Kj Villanueva August 15, 2026 No Comments

In this guide we’ll share what to do in Ubud at Night? Ubud nightlife is smaller and more relaxed than the party scene in Canggu. You won’t find large beach clubs or warehouse parties running until 4:00 AM. Instead, evenings usually center around live bands, rooftop cocktails, casual bars, and a few dance floors near Jalan Monkey Forest. I lived in Ubud for more than a year, and these are the places I still recommend. Most of the nightlife is concentrated in one walkable area. Eight of the nine venues in this guide are on or just off Monkey Forest Road, with many only five to ten minutes apart. This makes it easy to start with a rooftop drink, move

The Best Pilates Studios in Canggu Bali (2026 Guide)

Kj Villanueva August 14, 2026 No Comments

The best Pilates studios in Canggu have grown faster than almost anything else in the area. I’ve found nine solid options within a four-mile stretch, and most focus on reformer Pilates. Many have also opened within the last three years. I live in Bali full-time and previously lived near Batu Bolong before moving to Uluwatu. During that time, I watched Canggu’s Pilates scene grow from just two studios into one of Bali’s busiest fitness hubs. Drop-in classes usually cost IDR 200,000 to 350,000 per session, or around $12 to $21 USD. Reformer Pilates sits at the higher end, while mat classes are usually more affordable. If I’m staying in Canggu for more than a week, I normally look for a

Discover the 19 Most Spiritual Things To Do In Bali, Everyone Is Talking About

Kj Villanueva August 3, 2026 No Comments

Most lists of spiritual things to do in Bali name a few temples and stop there. They don’t tell you what actually happens when you arrive. After living in Ubud for more than a year and completing my 200-hour yoga teacher training here, I put this guide together to help you understand what these experiences are really like before you go. The island’s spiritual reputation spread worldwide after Eat, Pray, Love introduced millions of travelers to Ubud’s healers, yoga studios, and slower way of life. Since then, Bali has become one of the top destinations for people looking to reconnect with themselves. But no two experiences are alike. A water purification ritual (melukat) feels completely different from a sound healing

Where to Eat in Sidemen Bali: 10 Best Restaurants in Sidemen For Every Budget

Kj Villanueva July 22, 2026 No Comments

If you’re deciding where to eat in Sidemen Bali, the answer is one road: Jalan Raya Tebola, on the rim of a rice-terrace valley with Mount Agung behind it. It’s one of the few places in Bali where you can still enjoy an open-air meal overlooking rice fields without paying Canggu or Seminyak prices. Whether you’re after a $3 warung lunch or a $16 sunset dinner, Sidemen delivers some of the island’s best views for surprisingly little money. This guide covers 11 of my favorite restaurants and warungs, including what to order, typical prices in Indonesian rupiah and US dollars, plus each restaurant’s Instagram if you want to check the latest photos before you visit. Sidemen sits about 2 hours

10 Best Hostels in Canggu Bali from $5/Night

Kj Villanueva June 29, 2026 No Comments

The best hostels in Canggu cost around $5 per night and are close to surfing spots, pools, and a lively social scene. I live in Bali full-time in Uluwatu, but at first, I stayed in different hostels in Canggu because I was still figuring out where I wanted to stay. The hostels in Canggu feel very different from Ubud or Uluwatu, with their own unique vibe. Canggu is a lively place with many social activities. It is famous for surfing and nightlife. You might wake up early to surf at Echo Beach or Batu Bolong. After surfing, you can relax by a pool in the afternoon. Most nights, there are events like hostel gatherings, pub crawls, or free dinners that

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