No matter what time of year you visit Bali, there’s always something interesting, intriguing or downright celebratory going on in this lively Indonesian locale. Visitors to the upscale area of Bali known as Seminyak will want the high-end Bali hotel to suit their particular styles, and the Anantara Seminyak Bali is the perfect choice, offering up a select offering of spa luxury and island hospitality. Situated close to chic shopping, trendy nightlife and fine dining, this elite offering of the Bali hotels is an ideal choice for leisure and business travellers. The Nusa Dua festival provides visitors with the perfect introduction into Thai island and party culture. Started in 1997 by the Bali tourism board to celebrate Indonesia’s heritage, the weeklong event unfolds at the Nusa Dua resort in a bright explosion of cultural celebration. Featuring various performances of singers and dancers bedecked in the vibrant costumes that showcase different aspects of Indonesia’s exotic culture, this is one festival not to be missed by culture vultures prowling the area for entertainment. The festival opens with a grand parade of over 1000 Balinese dressed in traditional costumes, carrying huge offerings of fruit and flowers on their heads, while being heralded by gamelan music artfully played on flutes, gongs, various bamboo instruments and drums. The rest of the week will feature various traditional Indonesians arts and culture, such as handicraft exhibitions and entertaining performances through dramas, music and dance. It is a taste of Indonesia’s finest heritage not to be missed by all visitors to the islands.

Pushpitha Wijesinghe is an experienced independent freelance writer. He specializes in providing a wide variety of content and articles related to the travel hospitality industry.
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