Anyway, the cities just north of the airport, Kata and Denpasar, are a bit terrifying. Being there can give a lot of perspective on the rest of the country, but I found it terribly stressful. That said, it would be an easy country to go to a beech resort and relax for a week. We visit one such resort in Nusa Dua, on the southern tip of the island, another on the east coast near Candidasa, and a third in the north in a town of Lovina. Any of these would be fun and east to just sit and relax for a few days, though I'm certain that there are many more.
Once in the country though, there is tons to see. Perhaps there is a better way to do it, but we hired a driver who drove us on a terrific route. Whether or not that was the best approach, it worked out terrifically. As for renting a car and driving yourself... I would absolutely object. Driving conditions are ridiculously bad and driving styles are very different.
All that said, I think in terms of sites, our route was close to perfect. I think seeing too many temples could get very dull very quick. So we saw 2 regular Hindu temples, a Buddhist temple (very different), a floating temple (floating), and Tana Lot (highly recommended)... so we received a very diverse expose. I do wish we saw Belsik (spelling?) Which is I believe the largest Hindu temple, and at the base of the fattest peak. Anyway, other than the temples, there are tons of local things to see and either my itinerary or many tour route itineraries can give a good list of ideas. Also... I sort of wish I'd had some time to learn/do a few scuba dives. Alas...
So, food for thought is anyone wants to plan a trip.
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