Kelana by Kayla https://www.kelanabykayla.com Bali Travel Blog- Discover Wholesome Family Bali Guides Wed, 26 Aug 2026 11:23:13 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.1 https://www.kelanabykayla.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/cropped-Wander-32x32.avif Kelana by Kayla https://www.kelanabykayla.com 32 32 Best Areas to Stay in Bali (2026) — Where to Stay Guide https://www.kelanabykayla.com/your-ultimate-bali-travel-guide/ https://www.kelanabykayla.com/your-ultimate-bali-travel-guide/#comments Tue, 25 Aug 2026 11:59:00 +0000 https://www.kelanabykayla.com/?p=3818 If you’re planning a Bali trip and wondering where to even start — you’re in the right place. We’ve been coming to Bali for over 20 years across almost every phase of life: solo trips, couples getaways, honeymoons, family holidays with babies and toddlers, and everything in between. We even got married here in 2023. […]

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]]> https://www.kelanabykayla.com/your-ultimate-bali-travel-guide/feed/ 35 24 Best Indonesian Foods to Try — From a Half-Indonesian Who’s Eaten Her Way Across the Archipelago! https://www.kelanabykayla.com/best-indonesian-food-to-try-on-your-next-visit/ https://www.kelanabykayla.com/best-indonesian-food-to-try-on-your-next-visit/#respond Wed, 19 Aug 2026 15:46:00 +0000 https://www.kelanabykayla.com/?p=8636 Food is one of the greatest gateways to culture – and nowhere is that truer than in Indonesia. With 17,000 islands, Indonesia is rich with diverse heritage, warm hospitality, and incredible value for money, especially when it comes to food. I’m Kayla, and together with my family, we have visited Bali and the wider Indonesian […]

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]]> https://www.kelanabykayla.com/best-indonesian-food-to-try-on-your-next-visit/feed/ 0 Quintessentially Australian Hobbies: Popular Pastimes That Capture The Spirit Of Australia https://www.kelanabykayla.com/australian-hobbies/ Sun, 16 Aug 2026 10:04:29 +0000 https://www.kelanabykayla.com/?p=24776 Think of Australia and you might have an image of people enjoying the outdoors and putting another ‘shrimp on the barbie’.  The outside spaces are incredible. But that is only part of the story… The country’s favorite hobbies range from beach sports and long-distance hiking to afternoons at the cricket ground and evenings spent catching […]

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]]> Wapa di Ume Ubud Review – Ubud’s Original Rice Paddy Retreat (2026) https://www.kelanabykayla.com/wapa-di-ume-ubud-review/ Fri, 14 Aug 2026 05:34:59 +0000 https://www.kelanabykayla.com/?p=22973 If you’ve been following along, you’ll know Wapa di Ume Sidemen is one of our all-time favourite stays on the island. So when we found out the original Wapa di Ume — the one that started it all in Ubud, 31 years ago — was where we’d be spending four nights on our latest Bali […]

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]]> The Perfect 10-Day Bali Itinerary (2026) — First Timers Guide by Someone Who’s Been 30+ Times https://www.kelanabykayla.com/bali-itinerary-for-10-days/ https://www.kelanabykayla.com/bali-itinerary-for-10-days/#respond Thu, 13 Aug 2026 08:08:00 +0000 https://www.kelanabykayla.com/?p=10617 Creating a Bali itinerary can be genuinely overwhelming — there are so many remarkable places to visit and the internet is full of conflicting advice. What to do in Bali, where to stay, how long to spend in each area, what to skip — these are the questions I’ve thought about across more than 30 […]

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]]> 21 Best Things to Do in Canggu, Bali (2026) — Honest Guide With Map & Local Tips https://www.kelanabykayla.com/best-things-to-do-in-canggu-bali/ https://www.kelanabykayla.com/best-things-to-do-in-canggu-bali/#respond Tue, 11 Aug 2026 12:01:00 +0000 https://www.kelanabykayla.com/?p=9653 Canggu has transformed almost overnight — from a sleepy surf village tucked away on Bali southwest coast into one of the island’s most vibrant, bustling neighbourhoods. Just north of Seminyak, it’s now known as Bali’s ultimate hipster-meets-surf paradise, where digital nomads, surfers, yogis, and foodies from all over the world come together. Think endless beachfront […]

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]]> The Perfect Sydney Itinerary for 4 Days (2026) — A Local’s Guide to Australia’s Most Iconic City https://www.kelanabykayla.com/sydney-itinerary-for-4-days-a-complete-guide-to-sydney-australia/ https://www.kelanabykayla.com/sydney-itinerary-for-4-days-a-complete-guide-to-sydney-australia/#comments Thu, 06 Aug 2026 11:02:00 +0000 https://www.kelanabykayla.com/?p=10822 There is no doubt about it, Sydney is one of the best cities on earth! In this Sydney Itinerary, we visit the glistening harbour, take in the city’s impressive architecture, stay at stellar hotels and visit iconic landmarks like the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House.  Learn to surf on our sun-kissed beaches and refuel […]

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]]> https://www.kelanabykayla.com/sydney-itinerary-for-4-days-a-complete-guide-to-sydney-australia/feed/ 2 Best Byron Bay Beaches (2026) — Complete Local Guide to Every Beach https://www.kelanabykayla.com/best-byron-bay-beaches-guide-the-top-beaches-to-visit-in-and-near-byron-bay/ https://www.kelanabykayla.com/best-byron-bay-beaches-guide-the-top-beaches-to-visit-in-and-near-byron-bay/#respond Thu, 06 Aug 2026 02:34:00 +0000 https://www.kelanabykayla.com/?p=7769 Australia is home to some of the most stunning beaches in the world. There are particularly some great beaches in the cool town of Byron Bay which is why its one of our top picks of romantic weekend getaways from Sydney! These beaches not only feature crystal clear water, cute coves, and coastal walks but […]

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