Travel writer & planner, Hotel Insider, Bali, Indonesia
Discover Bali beyond what’s on Google
Honest guides, boutique stays and slow-travel stories from someone who actually lives here - helping you discover Bali in a memorable way.
Most people see the same five beaches, eat at the same three cafés, and fly home thinking they saw Bali.
I've spent over two years exploring every corner of the island and I want to show you that there is way more beyond that.
Bali, beyond the same three spots + practical tips
Chapter One · Bali
Skip the overdone Canggu–Ubud–Uluwatu loop. Here are my top picks, plus tips and must-knows for a smooth trip.
Exploring beyond Bali
Chapter Two · Southeast Asia
Bali is my home, but I love exploring nearby islands and countries. Here I share personal experiences, guides, and recommendations from across Indonesia.
Chapter three · Hotels & stays
The hotels worth travelling for and the people behind them
I'm drawn to hotels that stand out. I write about memorable stays and interview the people who run them. Get inspired and visit my favourites.
About
Hey, I'm Karolina - most people call me Kiki.
I'm a Bulgarian travel writer and content creator living in Bali. I know which experiences are worth your time and which are just good marketing.
This blog aims to take you beyond Bali's usual three spots. The island is layered, surprising, and far more interesting once you look past the obvious — and that's what I show.
You'll find honest guides to places I've visited, restaurants I've eaten at, and accommodations that are truly worth it. I focus on Bali and cover other parts of Southeast Asia when they deserve it.
If you want someone who really knows the island, not just visited it, you're in the right place.
My free Guide & Google Maps lists
The Bali Passport - the only Bali guide you actually need
Start here · Free
My personal Google Maps lists: 200+ handpicked locations, built from over two years of living on the island, plus 35+ pages of practical, honest information from real experience. Save it and use prior and during your trip. Built from my personal experience living on the island.
Also in Bulgarian — Наръчник и карта на Бали
Prefer not to juggle fifty tabs? I’ll handle it — from one call to a full day-by-day itinerary based on my own visits and tailored to you. Make the most of Bali!
Chapter Four · Plan Bali with me
The 3 travel planning options:
Ask Me Anything
You've been researching but still feel unsure. Bring your specific questions - route, budget, accommodation, must-dos - and leave with clear answers and honest opinions from someone who actually lives here.
1
60-minute video call
No preparation needed
Personalised follow-up notes
Free 15-min discovery call first
€95
Itinerary Review
You've already done most of the planning. Now let's make sure it's perfectly optimised. I'll go through your itinerary in detail, flag what doesn't work, fill the gaps, and make sure you're not wasting a single day.
2
Full route & itinerary review
1-hour call to walk through the plan
Personalised recommendations added
Bali guide & practical notes
1 edit included
€125
for a 7-10 days trip
Full Travel Planning
The complete done-for-you solution. I build your entire Bali trip from scratch online - tailored entirely to your travel style, budget, and interests. Delivered as a beautiful, ready-to-use digital PDF itinerary.
3
Full tailor-made itinerary recommendation
Accommodation & flight guidance
Curated experiences & restaurants
Bali guide & packing checklist
Beautiful PDF - mobile & print friendly
for a 7-10 days trip
€200
Each experience is personal crafted around your travel style, pace and budget.
За Бали, на български език
Бали · за българите
