Villa Cocoa Maya - enjoying the sunset at the pool

Bali, Indonesia

The Journal

Stories, guides, and quiet inspiration for time well spent in Bali.

Early morning on the beach at Villa Cocoa Maya

3 August 2026

Things to Do Near Villa Cocoa Maya: An Insider's Guide to Candidasa & East Bali

Candidasa sits on Bali's east coast, an hour and a half and a world away from the crowds of the south. There are no traffic jams here, no rows of beach clubs, no queues at the temple gates. What there is instead: Mount Agung on the skyline, fishing boats pulled up in the ocean in front of the villa, and villages that have been weaving and farming the same way for centuries.

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Balinese statue

1 August 2026

Things to Do Near Villa Tau: The Ultimate Ubud and Tampaksiring Activity Guide

Staying at Villa Tau puts you right in the heart of Ubud's rice terraces, sacred temples, and jungle scenery - one of the best bases in Bali for exploring everything the island's cultural capital has to offer.

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Mount Batur early morning sunrise trek near Villa Sagitta

20 July 2026

Things to Do Near Villa Sagitta: Attractions Around Pejeng & Ubud

Looking for the best things to do near Ubud? Villa Sagitta is located in Pejeng Kangin, just 15 minutes from central Ubud, making it an ideal base for exploring some of Bali's most fascinating temples, rice fields, and cultural landmarks.

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Self-drive a rented car in Bali

8 July 2026

Driving in Bali: Essential Tips for Tourists (2026 Guide)

This guide covers everything you need to know before renting a car in Bali - from licences and insurance to local driving etiquette and when you're better off using Grab or Gojek.

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