Loneliness is the hardest thing to deal with I’d say when you travel, maybe not the first time, but after the second time. Sometimes you want to see places, do things, but you can’t do it simply because you’d like your friends to be with you at the snap of a finger to experience what you’re experiencing with you. Sharing has always been my kiff, I need intensity in my life and to do things with passion, otherwise I get bored very quickly.
I feel like I know Bali a little better than my own country, that I’m more touched by this country than my own. I mean, above all, the culture and the local people touch me enormously. I’ve been traveling since I was a little girl, and we moved almost every year, so I’m not particularly attached to my own country. I like to share my experiences with you by writing, at least it’s immortalized! This is just my opinion, not a general one.
It’s out of the question to write negative things, opinions on what I didn’t like, it’s very important for me to tell you only about what I liked, because everyone will have their own opinion on the places, the attractions, the food. What I like won’t always be to everyone’s taste. Between Indonesian restaurants, hotels/hostels and sometimes expensive attractions that are really worth it. So let’s move on to the pros and cons of traveling solo.
Advantages
– You never get bored with yourself.
– No obligations, just freedom.
– No one can put you in a bad mood but yourself.
– You do what you want, when you want, where you want. You’re in control of what you want.
– You meet people. My most memorable encounters were with locals. I fell in love with their philosophy, which I found extremely rich in knowledge and interesting.
-If you need help, ask around.
– Get out of your comfort zone. – Let yourself be guided by your own desires.
– You’re never really alone.
Disadvantages
– Feeling alone.
– Making friends when you’re an introvert can be tricky (believe me, I know what I’m talking about).
– Tourists sometimes don’t respect your limits when you’re out alone, so it’s up to you to make them respect you.
As you may have noticed, there are more positives than negatives. That’s how I felt about my various experiences as a solo traveler. Of course, there were times when I felt very alone, but out of that loneliness came ideas that I still have today. So thank you to all the people who inspired me.
Your journey to paradise now begins in the most balinese eco chic boutique of surroundings. You’ll fall under the spell of this establishment if you like balinese chic decor, tranquility and attentive staff.
I loved the warm welcome, the purification and protection ceremony around the place, my room overlooking the rice fields, the pool and the food.
There’s nothing I don’t like! Admittedly, it’s a long way from the beach, so you really need a scooter, a car or a gojek. But all in all, I was there mainly to rest and write, so it was clearly no problem. A real haven of peace.
The staff are so helpful, there wasn’t a day when they weren’t smiling! The fact that the establishment is run by women is also very important to me. As for the room service, your taste buds will be delighted by the copious and varied breakfast options: you can choose between an Indonesian breakfast option and a continental breakfast and juice. What else? It’s all delicious!
Maintenance is also very diligent. Let me give you an example. I don’t mind gecko, they eat mosquitoes and are as cute as can be. One snuck into my room from the ceiling. On the plus side, at least you know you’re protected by the spirits of your loved ones when they scream, especially if you believe in them, which is my experience. I called the reception directly and thirty seconds later someone came to remove it.
Another huge plus in this hotel is the whatsapp group, between you and the hotel. You can ask questions or make special requests, it’s very practical! There are only a few rooms, which gives it a special charm, and you know that if you love being quiet by the pool, this is the place to be! The place is clean. Personally, I highly recommend it for a honneymoon, or if you need to get away from the madness of Canggu and its legendary rush.
A special thank you to the three receptionists, real angels these ladies. Reception is open from 7.30 a.m. to 10 p.m. in the evening. If you arrive later than this, please let them know when you make your reservation. Great value for money! CHF 275 for 3 nights breakfast included. I recommend it and I’ll definitely be back! Leave you the link of the hotel here, have a look https://amantranacanggu.com/
Warung Varuna is the place to go, from the tasty yellow rice infused with coconut and lemongrass, to the nasi goreng, the vegetables are fresh and tasty, the chicken in all its forms is delicious, a rimbambelle of dishes we’d all love to try. Don’t forget your whole coconut to stay hydrated. Located a few steps from Pantai Batu Bolong beach, this is a chill & stay spot, where you can take away or stay in and finish off with a cool ice cream just outside the door. It’s a meeting place for all Indonesian culinary specialties! The price is slightly low for the quality. Try the tempe manis/sweet tempe.
Warung Inklusive
Warung Inklusive is a typical Indonesian restaurant, also serving breakfast and Western food, from Bebek Goreng (fried duck) to Nasi Campur, and many other dishes. Your taste buds will be delighted. The restaurant offers happy hours, drag shows, and evenings where you can learn sign language. It’s the perfect combination of business and pleasure, with a sprinkling of fun! You’ll pay a bit more than the usual warung, but the service is good.
The sweet escape bakery
The Sweet Escape Bakery is a very small place for great aesthetic things, and it’s all gluten-free. I had a hard time finding it, but it’s easier to park in Gojek. They make birthday cakes on request, and the workshop is in the back. I went there for breakfast, where the pancakes were soft and fluffy at the same time, tasty. Accompanied by black tea, they were perfect.
Poke PokeRoti Canai
Poke Poke is my favorite for Poke (they have other things than Poke, of course). Why my favorite? There’s the choice of size, the ingredients are fresh, you’re asked if you want spicy tuna sashimi or not, choice between white or black rice, Balinese mayonnaise (a big favorite) or other, add quinoa if you like for 25’000IDR (=1.45 CHF). Basically, you can also follow the menus or create your own Poke for less than 10 CHF. Can you believe it? The staff are simply adorable! You’ll find Indonesian specialties next door in Roti Canai such as their incredible Soto Ayam (chicken, vermicelli and egg soup served with white rice), as well as the must-try Martabak, a thin, crispy pastry enveloping vegetables and chicken served with a delicate, fragrant curry sauce. Roti Canai means roti, in other words « bread », and believe me, there’s plenty to choose from, including onion and bacon roti… I’d also recommend the breakfast menu, which includes gluten-free waffles and a whole host of delicacies. There’s something for everyone, sweet and savory.
Sukun
Sukun is the Amnaya Resort Kuta’s very elaborate restaurant, where you’ll find everything from Western to Italian to Indonesian – yes, we’re in Kuta (the tourist destination) The breakfast is very copious if you can eat everything. I’d recommend the eggs Benedict, the hollandaise sauce, is really tasty if I can compare it to others where butter dominates. The gado gado is not bad at all… As for the dishes, the portions are small for the price. That said, in terms of taste and presentation everything is there, unfortunately less spicy than elsewhere, but I think that’s normal for an international hotel restaurant, as some people’s habits are not those of others.
Yuki / Bakso
On the Rooftop of the Beachwalk Mall in Kuta, please choose the Yuki bakso stand. Do you like fragrant broths, tasty meatballs made from chicken or beef (even fish, buffalo and so on)? Accompanied by crispy patties, kecap manis (sweet soy sauce) and sambal (chili puree), this is one of my favorite Indonesian dishes, and it’s very light, contrary to what you might think. Especially in this little stall run by a pretty lady dressed in pink and black with a warm smile. Dumplings (you can ask for tofu too), a mixture of crumb noodles and rice vermicelli covered in a light broth and you’ve got your meal for just 3 CHF.
BluefinJapanese fusion & lounge
At Bluefin Japanese fusion, I haven’t tried the teppanyaki, but I can tell you that it’s quite a presentation show that pleases their barbecues. As for me, I’d sometimes go for some sushi, gyoza, or soba (cold spelled noodles soaked in broth) served with crispy tempura.
Umane Cafe
Umane cafe and restaurant, but what a delightful aerial setting overlooking the rice fields! I advise you to look at the patisserie when you come in, you’ll see cakes, and you’ll know you’re getting a dessert 😉 . I’ve only been there once, but I can already tell you that the green curry was special, not like Thai curry, but rather a flavor I’d never eaten before and would give anything to have the recipe! My friend had a Mie goreng that looked giant and very good too. Their freshly squeezed juices and teas are sweetened with no added sugar.
Village Green
The Village Green is ideal if you want a full breakfast at a more than fair price! The choice is vast, with something for every taste. From the shrimp omelette to the eggs Benedict, the brioche sandwich with rucola and tomato tapenade, and finally my favorite, the big village green breakfast (toast and two egg style, sausage, bacon, hash brown, guacamole, salad, mushrooms and spinach), all well seasoned. You can always choose between pork or beef bacon and sausage. Basically, the latter is to be avoided if you have a lunch planned, but a must if you have the famous Bali-gover (Bali hangover). The welcome is friendly, and you’re sure to bump into Liza, one of the sweetest waitresses I’ve ever met! Don’t forget the dim sum aswell they are good 😆
Passo by Nook
Passo by Nook, this restaurant is just incredible, the environment is magnificent, between swimming pool, rice fields, palm tree, the decoration but especially the cooking! This nasi goreng was by far the best I’ve had in two consecutive trips to Bali, and believe me, I’ve eaten some nasi goreng, the balance between too spicy and not spicy enough! The fresh mango juice was perfect. The wait staff were simply pleasant, smiling and helpful.
Bale Udang Ubud
Bale Udang! Oh, my words! I lost my words on arrival! It’s such an incredible place, I’m going to put a few photos up here, so indescribable in a single paragraph dedicated to the food. It seems that the locals come here more than the tourists, which is just as well, because in Bali, fusion cuisine is often present. At Bale Udang, everything is refined, from the service to the dishes and purely local food, which is what I liked. I rediscovered the authenticity of Bali, with its chilies, garlic, and lemongrass.
HoiAn by MeVui
HoiAn ! Tested several times… and completely adopted! Between the bun, the Pho, and so on, it was an interesting Vietnamese culinary experience, and it gave me lots of ideas to try and reproduce at home. The setting is so friendly!
Ji Restaurant is located in Canggu Pantai Batu Bolong, next to the Tugu Hotel. Japan is served directly to the plate, and there’s a huge choice of sushi, each as colorful and tasty as the next. If you can’t decide, there are tasting plates (I recommend the Tic Tac Toe) and, for dessert, the coconut crème brûlée. But there’s also a light ramen, for once the broth is fine and it’s not stuffy! The menu is precise, the choice is not exorbitant and the products are very fresh. The quality/price ratio is respected. It may seem a little expensive, but in the end, it’s better to pay a little more for quality. Don’t hesitate to go around 6 pm when the restaurant offers a magnificent view of the ocean and a magical sunset!
The gem that welcomes you to the pinnacle whatever the reason for your trip. Whether as a family, a couple, or solo I give you five reasons to choose the Eastin Ashta Resort Canggu to stay in Bali.
1. Welcome/service:
What a pleasure to be greeted with a smile, no matter what time of day you arrive. When you check in, you’ll be introduced to jamu, a strangely additive drink made from ginger and turmeric. If you’re arriving late, contact the hotel to book room service. The front desk is there to take care of you, Icha, Herry, Putu, Yoga, Wayan, Pande, and so many other fabulous people I’ll remember forever.
Icha is a kind-hearted person who knows how to respond to your requests and needs. For example, for an agency if you want to extend your visa, but if you’re like me, she’ll reassure you that the team is there for you, so don’t be afraid to bother. Herry will give you the best tips, for example, on the tours you want to do, with a driver who can best match your expectations to be your tour guide.
Special thanks to the team: Icha, thank you for being such an extraordinary person, always kind and smiling. I’m lucky to have crossed your path.
Herry, thank you for your good humor, you gave me joy every time.
Putu, thank you for your gentleness and calm. I’d like to thank each and every one of you at the reception desk because you’re all golden!
Personally, even though I haven’t mentioned them, I find each of them wonderful in their own way. Every time you leave or enter the hotel, there are their smiles, sometimes a spontaneous smile changes everything, believe me.
Even when you order a GoFood, they can bring your dish up to your room when you ask them to. In short, they take care of you, and it’s good to feel they’re there to advise you.
2. The rooms :
Spacious without getting lost in them, with ocean-colored walls, clean beds and sheets, top-notch maintenance service, houskeepers who clean every corner of the room, and balcony (very rare in Bali). Between cleanliness and organization, they’re really top-notch and extremely reactive, too. Sheet changes are made automatically. The pillows and mattresses are so comfortable. Linens changed daily. If there’s not enough bottled water, don’t hesitate to use the app that reception gives you on arrival to have your request processed or simply the room phone.
What luck to have had Bangkit as a housekeeper, every day a different linen design (elephant, monkey, even a yogi) with a little personalized note. A smile, a word, a conversation, I consider myself lucky to have crossed his path. A room is clean from top to bottom. Thank you for your work and for making my stay even more comfortable.
If you’d like your laundry done, just fill in the form in your room. It’s done quickly, and unlike other hotels, your clothes are not damaged, the whites stay white, and the waistline stays intact.
The maintenance service is very responsive, a mosquito problem? A toilet or shower with a small problem? In short, any problem has a solution with the Eastin Ashta Resort Canggu. Thank you, Adi, for all you do with maintenance.
3. Location:
Canggu, Jalan Munduk, 5 minutes’ walk from the « Pantai Batu Bolong » beach, excellent for surfing, but choose another for swimming. Firstly, for your surfing safety, and secondly, to avoid litter.
There are restaurants on both sides of the street, for example, BGS for coffee lovers, Warung Inklusive, for fun evenings full of craziness as we love. There is also Penny Lane, which is very instagramable 🤪👌 . I give you my favorites Roti Canai and Poke Poke. I recommend them for the local food and breakfasts! The Laci restaurant is well styled too. You really eat delicious Indonesian specialties.
There are also shops all around if you need something like deodorant, sun cream, or chips. There’s also an Express visa agency just a two-minute walk away. Just to let you know: there are two visa agencies, one fifty meters away (www.balivisas.com) from the Eastin Ashta Resort Canggu, and the other 100 meters away, next to the BGS café 😉.
There’s also a parking lot inside the hotel, which is very useful if you’re renting a scooter or car.
Admittedly, there is some construction, which is commonplace in Canggu these days. However, this in no way detracts from the quality of service and infrastructure. In short, location is a big advantage!
4. Food & Beverage:
What could be better than an incredible hotel with optimal service? Food and service, of course! Mr. Bagus Tisna, manager of the hotel’s Food & Beverage department, manages it all with a master’s hand. Jovial and charismatic, chatting with him was a real pleasure!
From the all-you-can-eat breskfast to the refined dishes on the « SALT » restaurant menu and the delicate cocktails in the Pool Bar. The healthy juices are simply addictive, with a range of colors, tastes and textures, from frozen to not-frozen. There’s also happy hour from 4pm to 7pm!!! Make the most of it, and try their espresso martinis or coconut ashta, they’re to die for! I’m going to list my culinary favorites, but it’s going to be difficult because I love the whole menu… 🙈. As much as the cooks ensure that your continental breakfast is delicious, you can also choose to have breakfast with local food. Let’s get back to the favorite dishes of the « SALT » restaurant:
1. Le Nasi Goreng
2. Pork Belly
3. Eastin Super Burger
4. Seafood Bisque.
I also recommend the spaghetti geen chicken (pesto), they really know how to cook pasta al’dente! The cooks are really good!
Special thanks to Agus for your good vibes, your kindness, your smile, and your cocktails, each one as good as the next. I loved the butterfly designs, a true artist at heart! And let’s not forget Hendra, who’s always on hand from breakfast to dinner, always with a word to make you understand that as a solo traveler, you’re never as alone as you think. Dewa, Dewa, Dewa, always on fleek, highly responsive, and with an infectious smile, what more could you ask for? Indah, sweet, polite, and so respectful, I loved talking to you at the bar. Thank you for sharing this moment with me, always top service. Riza, a wonderful surprise, a real little heart, funny and full of sweetness, a very nice meeting this year. Ema, elegance and kindness, always welcoming. Yoga, thank you for your good mood, your impeccable service, and your kindness towards me. Puji, I’ll miss your « Hi Marie », funny, always a gentle welcome at breakfast. Thank you to all those wonderful people, those smiles that accompanied me throughout my long stay.
I apologize in advance for anyone I haven’t mentioned, I won’t forget you! Each of these people had a word, a gesture that kept me going on this trip, which was another life challenge for me. Having stayed at Eastin in November-December 2022, and then several times in the last two months, I’ve become very attached to each and every one of them… I’ll stop here. There are too many emotions. This team is like a big family to each other. In fact, I consider them my family too: they’re all, without exception, helpful, incredibly polite, and generous.
5. Facilities :
Yoga: Twice-weekly morning yoga classes. This can be a real treat during your stay because you don’t forget that Bali is a destination where you can fully recharge your batteries. The pool: A huge rectangular pool, very well kept, always clean, with no insects or foliage inside. Exposed to the sun and surrounded by a bevy of transats and poufs, you can bask in the sunshine, and if you’d like a drink or a bite to eat, the service is open. Happy Hours from 4 pm to 7 pm are just great. Spa: Would you like a massage? Don’t panic, book your time at reception, and the spa will come straight to your room with a table and treatment products. Fitness: Yes, there’s also a fitness room for the less lazy among us (obviously, I’m not a fitness freak). Still, I admire those who are, what strength you have in this heat. Daycare: There’s a daycare center with nannies who’ll take care of your kids if you decide to go sightseeing with your loved ones. Theme evenings: Would you like to try the Indonesian buffet? Book your evening and let yourself be carried away by the flavor of your dish and the Indonesian dances. The same goes for the Mexican evening! As you can see, anything is possible at Eastin.
Value for money: For both short and long stays, it’s a great value. The location in Canggu saves you money on every level.
Whether you’re a family, a couple, a solo traveler, or a group of friends, this hotel can accommodate you.
J’ai d’abord eu des réserves quand au cadre, je regarde et me renseigne beaucoup sur les réseaux sociaux, peu en parlaient et pourtant ! Pour moi Espace Spa est de loin de meilleur Spa de Canggu.
C’est très clean et de la réception, passant par la salle de bain jusqu’en salle de soin commune ou privée. Aucune saleté qui traîne, c’est impeccablement propre. Chacun son casier, son sous-vêtement jetable et son kimono. Deux WC, et deux douches avec les produits. En solo ou en couple les soins sont bien organisés et les rendez-vous bien gérer par les réceptionnistes.
Rappel : il s’agit me mon expérience ici. Autant vous dire que pour les couples je n’ai pas d’expérience simplement des observations étant une voyageuse solitaire.
Le soin Crystal Aromatheraphy Foot Reflexology fait d’un rituel de soin avant, donc bain de pieds au sel, essences florales et pierres semi-précieuses (si je ne me souviens bien : cristal de roche, améthyste, aventurine, et jade). Pour moi qui était thérapeute énergétique je vous garantie que c’est incroyable pour désengorger vos énergies stagnantes, et puis accueillir le soin qui suit.
Concernant la réflexologie vous êtes coucher et non pas assis comme dans la plus part des autre SPA. La thérapeute vous demande quelle pression vous souhaitez de light/medium/strong. N’hésitez pas à informer la thérapeute si vous avez mal à une zone de votre corps, ou des soucis de santé existants. Les trigger points sont réalisés avec précisions. Honnêtement, j’ai été conquise de mon soin. La qualité était impeccable et le résultat bien présent instantanément. J’y allais pour tester le mal de ventre et les problèmes respiratoires.
258k Rp = 15.48 CHF(attention leur prix seront mis à jour le 1.07.2023)
Je vous conseille les trois mssages du corps ci-dessous :
1. Traditional Oriental. Un combo mixte entre le massage balinais, et les techniques thai, shiatsu, suédoise, ainsi qu’un peu de réflexologie il s’agit de leur massage signature. Il est particulièrement efficace envers les migraines dues de tensions musculaires, et pour la constipation.
2. Calm and relax me.Des effleurages en douceur, quelques pressions appuyés. Dans une ambiance reposante, massage reposant des pieds à la tête, en passant par quelques effleurages du visage. Je vous le conseille si vous souhaitez vous reconconcilliez avec votre corps, si vous n’apprécient pas les pressions appuyées, 1:30 est le mieux que je puisse vous dire pour vous relaxer un maximum entièrement et relâcher toute votre pression interne/externe.
3. Tension Relief – Deep tissue (optional). Celui-ci reste mon favorit, ma thérapeute Sulis était vraiment très à l’écoute. Bon il faut dire que la plus part des thérapeutes que j’ai eu frottaient leurs mains avant chaque soins après ce les être bien lavés. Elles posent les mains quelques secondes après sur certains points. Dans les métiers du massage ou on travail avec l’énergie du corps on sait c’est important de faire cela pour concentrer l’énergie du Chi/Qi. Par moment, la thérapeute appuie sur des point d’accupression précis, cela fait mal puis relâche instantanément la pression notamment dans les épaules et les hanches. Les effleurages sont complet et les techniques très à part entière, chaque thérapeute ajoute sa touche 😉. Ayant un corps plutôt frêle, je préfère généralement les pressions légères mais un jours j’avais tellement mal aux épaules après mon cours de surf que j’ai demandé une forte pression. C’était parfait, le lendemain plus de douleur et je pouvais paddler sans aucun problème.
Les trois massages ont le même coût. 276 Rp – 60 minutes (16.56 CHF) / 350 Rp – 90 minutes (21 CHF). Attention leur prix seront mis à jour le 1.07.2023.
Évidemment, il y a un panel de soin que je n’ai pas essayé pour le moment, peut-être lors de mon prochain voyage. Pour les reservation, aucun accompte est a payé, whatsapp reste le meilleur moyen de réserver votre soin (réponse rapide en plus). Je vous laisse le lien direct pour les soins : http://www.espacespabali.com/Pour conclure, je dirais que chaque thérapeutique que j’ai eu était très efficace, expérimenté et surtout ont une attitude professionnelle. Ce qui est indispensable dans ce métier. Un cadre propre propice à la relaxation et des schedule gérés par des réceptionnistes adorables.🙏🏼
English Below
At first, I had my doubts about the setting, but watching and reading a lot on social networks, few were talking about it, and yet! For me, Espace Spa is by far the best Spa in Canggu.
It’s very clean, from the reception area, through the bathroom to the shared or private treatment room. There’s not a speck of dirt to be seen – it’s impeccably clean. Everyone has their own locker, disposable underwear and kimono. Two toilets and two showers with products. Whether solo or with a partner, treatments are well organized and appointments well managed by the receptionists. Reminder: this is my experience here.
The Crystal Aromatheraphy Foot Reflexology treatment consists of a ritual foot bath with salt, floral essences and semi-precious stones (if I remember correctly: rock crystal, amethyst, aventurine and jade). As a former energy therapist, I can guarantee you that this is an incredible way to unblock stagnant energies, and then welcome the treatment that follows. As far as reflexology is concerned, you’re lying down, not sitting up like in most other SPAs. The therapist asks you what pressure you’d like from light/medium/strong. Don’t hesitate to inform the therapist if you feel pain in any area of your body, or have any existing health concerns. Trigger points are performed with precision. Honestly, I was delighted with my treatment. The quality was impeccable and the results instantaneous. I went there to test my stomachache and respiratory problems.
258k Rp = 15.48 CHF (prices will be updated on 1.07.2023)
I recommend the three body massages below:
1. Traditional Oriental
A mix of Balinese massage with Thai, Shiatsu, and Swedish technics and a pinch of reflexology. This is their signature massage. It’s particularly effective for migraines caused by muscular tension and is useful for constipation. Oh my words, I loved this massage.
2. Calm and relax me
Gentle effleurage strokes, a little pressure. In a restful atmosphere, a relaxing massage from head to toe, including a few facial effleurages. I recommend it if you’d like to reconnect with your body, and if you don’t appreciate pressure, 1:30 is the best I can say to relax you completely and release all your internal/external pressure. My therapist Putri was excellent, I recommand her !
3. Tension Relief – Deep tissue (optional)
This one remains my favorite, as my therapist Sulis was really attentive. It has to be said that most of the therapists I’ve had rubbed their hands together before each treatment, after washing them thoroughly. They put their hands on certain points a few seconds later. In the massage profession, where we work with the body’s energy, we know it’s important to do this to concentrate the Chi/Qi energy. At times, the therapist presses on precise pressure points, causing pain, then instantly releases the pressure, particularly on the shoulders and hips. The effleurages are complete and the techniques very individual, each therapist adding his or her own touch 😉 Having a rather frail body, I generally prefer light pressure, but one day my shoulders were so sore after my surfing lesson that I asked for a strong pressure. It was perfect, the next day no more pain and I could paddle without any problem.
276 Rp – 60 minutes (16.56 CHF) / 350 Rp – 90 minutes (21 CHF). Please note that these prices will be updated on 1.07.2023. All three massages cost the same.
Obviously, there’s a range of treatments that I haven’t tried yet, perhaps on my next trip. For reservations, no deposit is required, whatsapp is the best way to reserve your treatment (fast response). I’ll leave you the direct link for the treatments: http://www.espacespabali.com/
In conclusion, I’d say that every therapist I’ve had has been very efficient, experienced and, above all, has a professional attitude. Which is essential in this profession. A clean environment conducive to relaxation and schedules managed by adorable receptionists.🙏🏼
I am so sorry. I can’t remember every name, but I remember every face 🤍
Improve with fun ! Progresse en ayant des moment de fun !
Ali est une personne adorable, drôle ( vous verres que son rire est tellement communicatif), et un instructeur qui vous donne des missions du jours et des challenge à réaliser lors du début de chaque cours : amélioration du jour, pourquoi choisir ce spot, reconnaître aussi le sens de la vague pour te diriger si tu prend la vague à droite, à gauche, ou tout droit pour ne blesser personne ou te blesser.
Personnellement, avoir un maximum de connaissances, et savoir les raisons des choses sont la base. Depuis toute petite, j’aime connaître le pourquoi de chaque chose, j’ai besoin de comprendre les choses en long et en large pour m’améliorer. Sinon je commence à m’ennuyer, à perdre la motivation et croyez-moi je m’ennuie très rapidement, ça me frustre de ne pas y arriver sans connaître la raison.
Comment commence le cours :
1. Ali passe te prendre si son schedule le lui permet. Rappelles-toi qu’il a son schedule et ces clients aussi. Ton instructeur a aussi besoin de souffler entre chaque cours ce qui est totalement normal.
2. Échauffement ! Le must do pour des épaules, des hanches, et ton bust car tu vas avoir du flex à faire crois-moi. J’ai perdu l’habitude de le faire depuis mon arrêt de la danse, idem pour le stretching après n’oublie pas de le faire c’est ta responsabilité pour le bien de ton corps.
3. Explication de la situation du jour : pourquoi choisir ce spot aujourd’hui ? Quel sont les conditions auxquels t’attendre ? Que faire en cas de situation qui pourrais t’arriver? Mesures de sécurité, sur quoi vas-tu travailler aujourd’hui, mission et challenge du jour pour t’améliorer.
4. A l’eau pour te lancer. Et n’oublie jamais que Ali a toujours un œil sur toi pour savoir si tout va bien et te donner un feed back de ta performance. Et vraiment tu te sens en sécurité et jamais laisser à l’andandon avec lui. Bref, la sécurité avant tout dans le monde du surf.
5. La communication sur l’eau je crois que c’est le plus important pour apprendre des compétences de ton instructeur. Si il n’y a pas d’échange être à l’aise devient compliqué (pour ma part). Ali a toujours le sourire et croyez-moi ça fait un bien fou de voir ce sourire. On est pas un schedule en plus, non, et si tu n’es pas contente de toi il sait aussi te rassurer. Il est vraiment très pro, et humble.
Une superbe découverte je dois dire que je suis vraiment heureuse car je sens que j’apprend chaque jour. Étant hypersensible parfois je m’énerve, je garde le silence, et je pense trop, avec Ali c’est léger et ça passe car il sait te valoriser dans tes performances lorsque tu ne vois que l’échec. Alors merci à toi, je te recommande à tous les gens qui veulent apprendre, s’améliorer et comprendre le fondement du surf pour mieux être autonome par la suite. Merci milles fois pour tout ce que tu m’apprends.
Comme on dit dans mon pays : « Sharki, t’es un sucre ! »
Je te lâche son site pour connaître ses prestations https://turtlesurfbali.com/, n’hésite jamais à mettre une review sous Google ça aide à fond, ça ne coûte rien et ça fait plaisir https://g.co/kgs/qJhYJd!
Improve with fun! Improve with fun!
Ali is a lovely, funny person (you’ll find his laughter so infectious), and an instructor who gives you daily missions and challenges to achieve at the start of each lesson: improvement of the day, why choose this spot, also recognizing the direction of the wave to direct you if you take the wave to the right, to the left, or straight on so as not to hurt anyone or yourself.
Personally, having as much knowledge as possible, and knowing the reasons for things, are the basics. Ever since I was a little girl, I’ve liked to know the why behind everything, and I need to understand things inside out to improve. Otherwise I start to get bored, lose motivation and believe me, I get bored very quickly, it frustrates me not to be able to do something without knowing the reason.
How the course starts : 1. Ali picks you up if his schedule permits. Remember that he has his schedule and so do his clients. Your instructor also needs a break between classes, which is totally normal.
2. Warm-up! The must-do for shoulders, hips and your bust, because you’re going to have some flexing to do, believe me. I’ve lost the habit of doing this since I stopped dancing, and the same goes for stretching. Afterwards, don’t forget to do it – it’s your responsibility for the good of your body.
3. Explanation of the day’s situation: why choose this spot today? What conditions can you expect? What to do in case something happens to you? Safety measures, what are you going to work on today, mission and challenge of the day to improve yourself.
4. Take to the water to launch yourself. And don’t forget that Ali always has an eye on you to see how you’re doing and to give you feedback on your performance. And you really feel safe and never left to your own devices with him. In short, safety comes first in the surfing world.
5. Communication on the water I think is the most important thing to learn from your instructor’s skills. If there’s no exchange, it’s hard to feel comfortable (for me). Ali always has a smile on her face, and believe me, it’s great to see that smile. And if you’re not happy with yourself, he knows how to reassure you. He’s really very professional and humble.
An amazing discovery I must say, I’m really happy because I feel I’m learning every day. As a hypersensitive person, I sometimes get angry, I keep silent and I think too much. With Ali, it’s light and it passes because he knows how to value your performance when all you see is failure. So thanks to you, I’d recommend you to anyone who wants to learn, improve and understand the basics of surfing so as to become more independent afterwards. Thank you a thousand times over for everything you’ve taught me.
As we say in my country: « Sharki, you’re a piece of sugar! »
I’m leaving you his website to find out more about his services https://turtlesurfbali.com/, never hesitate to put a review on Google, it helps a lot, it costs nothing and it’s a pleasure https://g.co/kgs/qJhYJd!
En novembre 2022, je m’envolais pour la première fois seule, en voyageuse solo, n’ayant plus rien à perdre, pour une destination de rêve : Bali.
Pourquoi Bali ?
Je ne m’y étais jamais vraiment intéressée, puis en en entendant parler j’ai commencé à me dire que culturellement c’était là où je devais aller. Cette île de l’archipel Indonésien cochait toutes les cases :
# La culture # La spiritualité # La guérison # Les mythes et légendes # L’éloignement avec mon pays natal # La diversité naturelle, entre l’océan et la jungle. # Les sports nautiques
J’avais préparé mon voyage avec soin, ayant pour unique challenge de vivre dans l’instant présent et de me retrouver après un passage professionnel difficile. Un mois c’était trop peu pour moi. Il m’en fallait plus.
A peine rentrée dans mon pays que je reprenais un billet d’avion pour revenir au mois de mai. Oui, je me suis fait un super cadeau d’anniversaire pour une fois j’avais envie de démystifier cette date pour la rendre meilleur à mes yeux.
11.05 je débarque à Bali à nouveau pour le meilleur ! J’étendais mon visa quelques semaines plus tard .
De retour à Bali pour partager plus avec les personnes pour qui j’avais eu un réel coup de cœur lors de mon premier voyage, tu te reconnais ? Oui, toi aussi tu en fais partie !
Cette fois je bouge d’un endroit à un autre, j’explore un peu plus certain endroit, je ressens plus ce qui me convient et ce qui me convient moins.
Si je vous dis Canggu, Ubud, Legian, et Kuta. Ce sont des endroits dont je n’avais vu qu’une toute petite partie.
Ma technique est de réserver dans des endroit de toutes catégorie : hostel, hôtel et Resort. D’observer ce qu’il s’y passe.
1. Si vous recherchez un hôtel mais que n’êtes pas sûr de votre choix, vous pouvez me contacter et me demander mon avis en toute objectivité.
2. Si vous êtes un hôtel et que vous souhaitez apparaître sur mon blog n’hésitez pas à m’envoyer un message aussi, je serais très heureuse d’y répondre.
J’attache une grande importance des endroits où je reste car ils sont tous différents dans leurs style. Par exemple, si vous avez besoin de prendre simplement du repos, si vous souhaitez être au cœur du centre mais aussi proche d’une attraction. Si vous souhaiter en savoir d’avantage sur comment vous déplacer facilement et en moindre temps de votre emplacement à une destination voulu.
Il y aura un article condensé par hostel/hôtel où j’ai/aurai séjourné depuis novembre à maintenant. Cet article sera disponible à la fin de mon séjour à Bali.
Vous y retrouvez mes coups de cœur, ceux que j’ai apprécié, ou moins apprécié pour différentes raisons.
La liste des emplacements :
1. Eastin Ashta Resort Canggu 2. Sens Hotel Ubud 3. Dinara Hotel 4. Amnaya Resort Kuta 5. Roommates Hostel Canggu By Ini Vie 6. Ubud village Hotel 7. Ketut’s Place Villa Ubud 8. AmantraNa Canggu 9. Ramayana Suites & Resort Kuta
English Below 🐚
In November 2022, I landed off for the first time on my own as a solo traveler with nothing left to lose, to a dream destination: Bali.
Why Bali?
I’d never really been interested, but when I heard about it, I began to think that, culturally, it was the place to go. This island in the Indonesian archipelago met all my expectations:
# Culture # Spirituality # Healing # Myths and legends # Distance from my home country # Natural diversity, between ocean and jungle. # Water sports
I had planned my trip carefully, with the only challenge of living in the moment and finding myself again after a difficult professional period. One month wasn’t enough for me. I needed more.
As soon as I got back, I was buying a new plane ticket to come back in May. Yes, I had given myself a little birthday present, and for once, I wanted to demystify this date and make it more beautiful in my eyes.
11.05 I land in Bali, once again for the better! I extended my visa a few weeks later.
Back in Bali to share more with the people I’d fallen in love with on my first trip, do you recognize yourself? Yes, you do, too!
This time, I’m moving from place to place, exploring a little more, getting a better feel for what suits me and what doesn’t. If I say Canggu, it’s Canggu.
If I say Canggu, Ubud, Legian, and Kuta. These are places I’ve only seen a tiny fraction of.
My technique is to book in all categories: hostels, hotels, and resorts. Have a look for what’s happening there.
1. If you’re looking for a hotel but aren’t sure of your choice, you can contact me and ask for my unbiased opinion.
2. If you’re a hotel and would like to appear on my blog, please send me a message, and I’ll be happy to get back to you.
I attach a great importance to the places I stay, as they all have a different style. For example, if you just need to relax, if you want to be in the heart of the center but also close to an attraction. If you want to know more about how to get from where you are to where you want to be quickly and easily.
There will be a condensed article by hostel/hotel where I stayed from November to today. This article will be available at the end of my stay in Bali.
You’ll find my favorites, the ones I liked, or less appreciated for different reasons.
The list of places :
1. Eastin Ashta Resort Canggu 2. Sens Hotel Ubud 3. Dinara Hotel 4. Amnaya Resort Kuta 5. Roommates Hostel Canggu By Ini Vie 6. Ubud village Hotel 7. Ketut’s Place Villa Ubud 8. AmantraNa Canggu 9. Ramayana Suites & Resort Kuta
Quand j’ai rencontré pour pour la première fois Nawir – Bali Surf Instructor – je me suis dit : « Mais dans quoi je m’embarque »🤭! Je n’avais jamais fait de surf de ma vie mais j’en rêvais, au plus profond de moi, depuis si longtemps.🌊
Deux jour après mon arrivée à Bali, il était quelque chose comme six heure du matin et je me suis mise à rechercher un instructeur. Pour moi, le mieux était de debuter par un cours privé, pour tester avant tout. Je ne voulais pas aller trop loin de l’hôtel Eastin Ashta Resort Canggu. Je suis tombée sur la page de leur web site, à moitié endormie, j’ai pris contacte quelques heures plus tard je le rencontrais. Sachant que deux possibilités s’offrait à moi, une avec une personne locale puis une autre avec un autre instructeur expat qui m’avait l’air aussi très bien. J’ai préféré une personne locale, car j’avais aussi besoin de comprendre nos differents états d’esprit, puis question de feeling ou d’intuition à voir. Très important, il m’avait demander aussi quel était mon niveau et si j’avais une bonne santé. Les deux était la loose totale à ce moment-là. Pour la première fois une personne allant m’apprendre quelque chose ne me jugeait pas. Vous voulez rire ? En le voyant je me suis dit le pauvre il ne sait pas ce qu’il l’attend. Premièrement, il m’a appris à me positionner sur une planche de surf, quel était mon back et front foot, le positionnement des bras, puis surtout comment ne pas se blesser.
En ce qui concerne Nawir, ne vous y prenez pas, j’y étais en novembre, il avait déjà un planning chargé, mais là nous sommes au mois de mai la haut saison commence alors prenez-vous à l’avance.
Il lui en aura fallu de la patience pour m’apprendre des choses en novembre. Croyez-moi en temps que personne hyper active, qui pense trop, je ne suis pas un cadeau 😆. Avec ma mémoire de poisson rouge, on doit me dire et redire les choses cinquante fois. Bon les gars, j’avais aussi ma santé en bad et mon cerveau offline. Entre les positions des pieds, des mains, des genoux, ça faisait beaucoup. Le « go – paddle- stand up » était difficile.
Après de multiples Fail, j’ai réussi à tenir sur mon planche debout, j’ai été assez loin. Hyper fière de moi mais jamais contente car ce n’est jamais assez bien fait. Il fallait paddler pour retourner à mon instructeur, autant vous dire que j’étais claquée après mon premier cours. Heureusement, par la suite, Nawir à fait venir son cousin, Andi, sur qui je pouvais compter pour venir m’aider. Il m’aidait en me poussant, avec le sourire ce qui fait toute la différence. 🙌🏻
J’ai rencontré quelques autres instructeurs de Bali Surf Instructor pour la première fois en mai, on sent la passion et l’expérience. Ils sont vraiment très chill et le cœur sur la main. Vous l’aurez compris je n’échangerai à place pour rien au monde.
Pourquoi ?💭
J’aime apprendre vite, en novembre mon corps ne suivait pas, et comme le lâcher-prise ne faisait pas partie de mon vocabulaire il m’a sortie la phrase déclic que j’avais besoin d’entendre à ce moment précis : » Plus tu penses, moins tu es concentrée, plus tu vas tomber. Laisse aller les choses, tu ne peux pas contrôler l’océan. Lâche le contrôle, le surf c’est de la méditation ». Mec, t’as eu la phrase qu’il fallait. 👌 Je pense que pour faire son métier, il faut avoir beaucoup de psychologie mais être intuitif aussi lorsqu’il s’agit de cerner une personne.
En tout cas grâce à lui j’ai réussi à évoluer dans les palier. Mais aussi à comprend mon propre fonctionnement face à l’échec (oui, pour moi rater une vague était un échec).
Maintenant, je suis à nouveau à Bali, et j’ai repris les leçons avec lui. J’ai évolué, et je suis heureuse car mon approche du surf a aussi évoluer. Il y aura toujours des vagues à prendre, » Big mama ou pas », « toute petite, ou en mode washing machine » 😆, qu’importe. Etre accompagnée par le meilleur des instructeurs qui sait être sérieux, relever tes erreurs, et t’enseigner à ton niveau ce que tu dois être su dans la bienveillance totale ça n’a pas de prix.
En parlant de prix, aller jetez un œil je vous la remet ici 😏 www.balisurfinstructor.com. Nawir et sa team = good mood = good vibes = chill in Bali. But SAFTY FIRST ! 🤙🏼
Prochain article, j’ai voulu en savoir un peu plus sur Nawir et sa passion du surf. Article à suivre ! N’hésitez pas à le booker les yeux fermer (tout est compris dans le prix, si tu veux en savoir plus le site internet est un peu plus haut).
⚠️ English below⚠️
When I first met Nawir – Bali Surf Instructor – I thought: « What am I getting myself into? I’d never surfed before in my life, but I’d been dreaming of it, deep down, for so long 🌊.
Two days after my arrival in Bali, it was something like six in the morning, and I started looking for an instructor. For me, it was best to start with a private lesson to test things out first. I didn’t want to stray too far Eastin Ashta Resort Canggu. I stumbled across their website page, half-asleep, got in touch a few hours later, and met him.
I met him. Knowing that I had two options, one with a local person and another with another expatriate instructor who also seemed very good. I preferred a local person because I also needed to understand our different states of mind, and then it was a question of feeling or intuition.
Very importantly, he also asked me about my level and whether I was in good health. These two questions were totally unnecessary at the time, I was ill and my level was 0. For the first time, someone who was going to teach me something wasn’t judging me. Are you making fun of me? When I saw him, I said to myself, « Poor guy, he doesn’t know what he’s getting into. » First of all, he taught me how to position myself on a surfboard, how to define my back foot and my front foot, how to position my arms, and above all how not to hurt myself.
As for Nawir, don’t get ahead of yourself, I was there in November, and he already had a busy schedule, but now it’s May, and high season is starting, so be prepared. It took patience for him to teach me things in November. Believe me, as a hyperactive over-thinker, I’m no gift 😆. With my goldfish memory, things have to be repeated to me like fifty times. Well, guys, I also had my health at half-mast, and my brain disconnected. Between the foot, hand, and knee positions, it was a lot. The « go – paddle – stand up » was difficult for my body condition.
After several failures, I managed to stand up on my board, and I went pretty far. I was proud of myself, but I’m in general never happy because it’s never good enough. I had to paddle back to my instructor, so I was pretty exhausted after my first lesson. Luckily, afterward, Nawir brought his cousin, Andi, whom I could count on to help me by pushing me with a smile, which made all the difference. 🙌🏻
I met a few other Bali surf instructors for the first time in May, and you can feel their passion and experience. They’re really relaxed and have their hearts in the right place. As you can imagine, I wouldn’t trade my place for anything in the world.
Why? 💭
I like to learn fast, but in November, my body wasn’t keeping up, and since letting go wasn’t part of my vocabulary, he found the phrase I needed to hear at that very moment: « The more you think, the less you concentrate, the more you fall. Let things go. You can’t control the ocean. Surfing is a meditation. » Dude, you got the phrase. 👌 I think to do this job, you have to have a lot of psychology but also be intuitive when it comes to pinpointing a person.
In any case, thanks to him, I’ve managed to move up the levels. But also to understand my own way of dealing with failure (yes, for me, missing a wave was a failure).
Now I’m back in Bali, and I’ve resumed lessons with him. I’ve improved, and I’m happy because my approach to surfing has evolved, too. There will always be waves to catch, « Big mama or not, » « tiny, or in washing machine mode » 😆, whatever. To be accompanied by the best instructor who knows how to be serious, pick up on your mistakes, and teach you at your level what you need to know in a caring way, that’s priceless.
Speaking of prices ? Take a look here 😏 www.balisurfinstructor.com. Nawir and his team = good mood = good vibes = chill in Bali. But SAFTY FIRST! 🤙🏼
For the next article, I wanted to find out a little more about Nawir and his passion for surfing. Stay tuned! Don’t hesitate to book with your eyes closed (everything is included in the price. If you want to know more, the website is a bit higher).
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