I first went to Bali in 1996 as a backpacker. Arrived into Denpasar and went straight to Padang Bai. After a great couple of days we headed up to Gunung Batur climbed the mighty volcano then spent the rest of the time in Lovina Beach. It was amazing. The following year we backpacked right the way through Indo from Kupang to Medan. Trip of a lifetime.
Fast forward to the present. 10 year wedding anniversary coming up and two beautiful kids (3 years of age). Thinking about heading back to Bali to re-new the vows and have a family holiday. Looking at the likes of Nusa Dua, Seminyak etc but hoping to see something of the real Bali into the bargain. Luxury will be nice but I want to try and avoid artificial and sterile tourist complexes. Westing Nusa Dua looks good but I am a bit put off by the gated complex thing.
Can anyone offer insights into what to expect or perhaps other little hidden corners that might accomodate my family in a rustic sort of way. Villa options as well look enticing.
Thx
Rasta