Shopping
Markets, malls, handicrafts, silver and furniture.
Handicrafts at Centro Discovery Mall - Tuban
Centro Discovery Mall in Tuban has evolved into one of the best shopping complexes on the island.
Upon Arrival in Bali for First Timers
Bali has an infectious way of completely blowing away your senses and especially for first-timers. The whole impact upon one’s senses can be overwhelming when you first arrive on the island.
Factory Outlet Shopping in Bali
I am lousy at shopping. I hate it and much prefer to avoid it as much as possible. But, there are times when it becomes a necessity.
Shopping in Kuta: Matahari Square
Tourists and travellers to Bali have an abundance of places in which to shop for general goods and in fact, places where you can wile away the hours.
Purchasing Textiles in Bali
Everyone who visits Bali inevitably leaves with one kind of souvenir; it could be a T-shirt or some strange looking phallic symbol.
If You Only Have a Week in Bali…
You have decided a good family trip to Bali is in order. You have booked your flights and arranged good accommodation through your travel agent but, there is a drawback.
Market Mania
The majority of visitors to Bali simply adore going to the markets because of the great shopping bargains, the enjoyment of walking around the stalls seeing almost the same product in each stall,…
Furniture, Art & Antiques at Apo Kayan in Seminyak Bali
Seminyak and Kerobokan are full of furniture places and on a walk down Jl. Seminyak this afternoon I checked one called Apo Kayan.
Discovery Mall Bali
The largest addition to the tourist scene in the Kuta area in recent years is the Discovery Shopping Mall located across from Waterbom Park on busy Jl. Kartika Plaza in Tuban.
Eiger Adventure equipment
Indonesia has its own brand of camping equipment called Eiger Adventure . This company is based in Bandung Java and has been around since 1990.
Mooks: A popular t-shirt brand in Bali
A trip to Bali will probably include a spot of souvenir shopping at some point. Picking up a few last minute items for friends and family is a routine we've all been through.
Where to get cheap liquor in Bali
One of the things that people like to do on holiday is indulge in a little liquid pleasure.
Map of Tuban
Here is a map of Tuban highlighting services, accommodation, shopping and eating options.
Carrefour: Bali's new place to shop
Over the past 40 years, the Carrefour group has grown to become one of the world’s leading distribution groups.
Bali Collection Nusa Dua - Shopping & Entertainment Complex
Bali Collection Nusa Dua is the shopping complex set up for the many resorts that are located in the area.
Shopping in Bali: World famous bargains
Casual tourists to Bali stroll around the markets in Kuta, Sukawati and Ubud checking out the nick-nacks and deciding what to buy for Auntie Flo.
VAT Tax in Bali
Bali has an array of restaurant taxes that are a reflection of the rest of the tax system. Most locals on Bali don't pay personal tax, unless they earn and declare over 1m rp per month.
Shopping hours in Bali
Bali is a tourist destination, so the business hours are skewed as a result of the need to cater to tourists.
Vespa scooters in Legian Bali
Vespa's are the original scooter. Indonesia has 4 million of them according to some people and some foreigners have been known to seek out the better ones for export.
Dyene Square: Fashion & Gallery in Legian Bali
Dyene Square in Legian is the orange colored place with the giant plastic palm tree outside. The shop offers a small range of paintings and is focused on ladies clothing.
Guitars in Matahari Kuta Square
This afternoon it clouded over and threatened to pour. Stopping at Matahari department store in Kuta Square, I went to the sporting goods section on the 3rd floor for a soft guitar case.
Camera Shopping in Kuta Bali
As a lot of travelers have figured out, cameras are a pain in the ass. You spend a lot of money on them, then have to worry about them getting stolen, lost, damaged.
X-treme Store: Kuta Galeria Bali
Camping stores are places I like checking out and in Bali there are no real camping stores.
Kuta Galeria Bali
Kuta Galeria is the fancy project located at the bottom of the Sunset Rd in Kuta. It offers an American style, open-air mall, with creatively designed shops.
Bali Kaya: Womens beachwear in Seminyak Bali
Jl. Sarinande is the narrow lane that connects Jl. Dhyana Pura with Jl. Oberoi. This can be confusing for some, as it is not, the extension that leads to Jl.
Bravo Lamps in Seminyak Bali
Lighting is an important part of interior design. One unique shop in Seminyak is Bravo, maker of colored lamp shades and candle holders.
Furniture in Seminyak Bali
A friend of mine who recently arrived from the US said she was looking for a dining room set, to take home with her.
Bintang Mulia: Drums in Seminyak Bali
Located just short of the bend in Jl. Dhyana Pura in Seminyak, Bintang Mulia is the place with large drums outside.
Mayong Tailors: Seminyak Bali
Mayong is located on Jl. Dhyana Pura (Abimanyu) in Seminyak, across from Circle K. This small shop features items for men and women, including formal dresses, business suits, and men's suits.
Dejong clothes shop in Seminyak Bali
Dejong is a small men's clothes shop on Jl. Dhyana Pura in Seminyak. Let's clarify that, its not a shop for small men, but a small shop selling men's clothing.
Ligora Lamps: Seminyak Bali
Ligora is a small lamp shop on Jl. Dhyana Pura (Abimanyu) across from Galaxy bar. When I visited a single member of staff was on duty, Seminyak feeling a bit quieter than normal right now.
The Station: Surf gear in Kuta Bali
Taking a walk around the bombing site in Kuta, one will notice a recent addition to the stores on the street. The Station surf shop (formerly Aloha Surf) on the corner of Jl.
Pasar Seni Kuta Bali
Pasar Seni Kuta (Kuta Art Market) is located between Kuta Square / Jl.Kartika Plaza and the beach. Its quite a large area and has rows of stalls, selling the same stuff you'll find all over Kuta.
Nike Store: Tuban Bali
Every town needs a Nike store and the Kuta area has one on Jl. Kartika Plaza, in Tuban.
Suka Asih Art Shop: Seminyak Bali
Suka Asih Art Shop in Seminyak, is situated on Jl. Seminyak, close to the corner of Jl. Dhyana Pura. Its is highly noticeable, because of the array of glass lamps on display.
Neko: Colorful clothing in Seminyak Bali
Neko is a clothes shop located on Jl. Seminyak, close to Jl. Dhyana Pura. When I visited the staff was busy dusting, so I snapped a few of the colorful shirts and pants, asking prices.
Lulu: Seminyak Bali
Lulu is a small shop on Jl. Seminyak, that catches the eye. I'm not into women's clothes, but Lulu sells cute party dress and tops, that most women would love (or love to be able to wear).
Omahara - Paintings Art Shop
Omahata art shop is located on Jl. Singasari in Kuta. The small shop is staffed by one lady, Wayan, who has a small daughter 1.5 years.
Kuta Kidz: Clothing for youngsters in Kuta Bali
Kuta Kidz is a cute little shop on Jl. Singosari (although the business card says Jl. Taman Griya). It sells modern clothing for kids aged from 1 to 12 years.
Suena Handicraft: Carved faces in Tegallalang Bali
Riding back down the main street in Tegallalang, towards Denpasar, after visiting Putna Sari, I saw a unique shop, selling faces carved out of tree trunks.
Putna Sari - Carved jewelry display in Tegallalang Bali
Tegallalang can be a one-stop-shop place for gifts, to take home. The locals make carved goods, some of which end up in Ubud, some go straight on sale here.
Mustique: Carved bowls in Peliatan Bali
Peliatan is another Balinese village lined with shops selling similar type goods, this time carved items. Along the main street, Jl.
Jepun Bali: Stoner carver in Sukawati Bali
Taking one of the creative routes to Ubud, via a turnoff on Jl. Gatut Subroto, north of Denpasar, you pass through the village of Sukawati .
B&B: Bali Watch Center & Handicraft
Looking for cheap gifts for friends and relatives back home? You might try B&B, one of the shops I visited today on Jl. Legian. Situated close to the junction with Jl.
Kubu Bali Shop: Leather jackets in Legian Bali
Kubu Bali Shop is located on the point of the corner of Jl. Legian and Jl. Patih Jelantik. This leather fashion and tailor, is run by Nyoman Kartha, who was present when I visited.
Legian Kids: Kids clothing in Bali
Legian Kids is located on Jl. Legian, close to the junction with Jl, Patih Jelantik, the loop that comes around.
Joger in Tuban Bali
Joger is a shop on Jl. Raya Tuban, that is popular with Indonesian tourists. Ika told me in the past her school group from Semarang bought t-shirts from this shop.
Ianshen Art Shop: Legian Bali
Next to Kaka Surf Shop, on Jl. Pura Bagus Taruna, in Legian, is Ianshen Art Shop. Although the sign says 'handicrafts & souvenir', the predominant product is drums.
Kaka Surf Shop: Bags in Legian Bali
Kaka Surf Shop on Jl. Pura Bagus Taruna, in Legian is the place to go, for people who need to haul there gear around.
R.Diya Shop: Legian Bali
If you like cloth shoulder bags and bead necklaces, there is a place in Legian that has what you are looking for. R.Diya, located on Jl. Pura Bagus Taruna (Jl.
Waris Leather: Legian Bali
Waris Leather is a small local shop located on Jl. Werkudara (Pura Bagus Taruna) in Legian. The shop is immediattely recognisable by the manequins wearing snakeskin jackets and tops.
Gender Mas & Suarti: Ubud Bali
Ubud is loaded with lovely shops and galleries selling art, antiques and interior design gear. This afternoon I stopped into a couple of places on Jl. Raya Ubud.
Jl. Seminyak: The main street where I live in Bali
Stepping out of my gang (alley) in Seminyak gets me onto a busy street called Jl. Seminyak.
Roti Segar - Fresh bread in Seminyak Bali
Seminyak has a new place to pick up fresh bread (how things have changed since the 80's). Roti Segar on Jl. Oberoi, serves a small selection of locally made, Italian style bread.
Too hot to shop for some Ubud visitors
Bali is hot right now, as I've been saying for a while. The sun is as relentless as ever and yesterday, after going to the gym and then to Kuta, wearing a short sleeve shirt, I realised my forearms…
Cigars & Cigars - Kuta Bali
Bali has unique businesses and one of the most unique is a place located close to Simpang Siur, the big roundabout in Kuta close to Planet Hollywood. As you head towards the Sunset Rd from Jl.
Shopping in Indonesia: Still a ways to go
Most people who come to Bali pick up a few souvenirs, in the form of Bintang t-shirts, surf wear and copy watches.
Museum RUNA in Ubud Bali
On the outskirts of Ubud in the village of Lod Tunduh , there is a sign on the road, indicating a jewelry museum, named Museum RUNA , just 500 meters away.
Celuk in silver capitol of Bali
The Balinese are renowned for their artistic and craft skills. Celuk , located to the NE of Kuta , on the way to Ubud, is famous for producing silver jewelry .
Advertising your Bali stuff on the internet
The 'information super highway' is has grown exponentially in the last year, going from 10 million websites, to over 100 million.
Where to find Arts & Crafts in Bali
Bali is a mecca for arts and handicrafts. The way they do it over here, is that a particular village will specialize in one thing.
Shopping for wedding gear: Pasar Badung market, Denpasar Bali
This afternoon at Pasar Badung market in Denpasar, I went up to the 3rd floor, to look for a Balinese jacket, to wear at Wayan's wedding.
Pasar Badung market in Denpasar Bali
Denpasar means, 'by the market' and the biggest market in Denpasar, is Pasar Badung . Pasar Badung has 4 floors in a giant concrete structure that is rather like a parking structure.
Pirated DVD's affecting Australian economy
'Affordably priced' DVD's, which are 'creatively marketed' here in Bali, are affecting the Australian economy, according to an article in the Bendigo News.
Ebano - Ebony, horn jewelry in Legian Bali
Ebano is located on Jl. Legian, north on Rum Jungle Rd. There are actually 2 shops, the other on Jl. Oberoi, in Seminyak.
Potrass - Handicrafts in Legian Bali
Potrass handicrafts on Jl. Legian in Legian, stands out to passersby, because of the array of large wooden necklaces on display.
The Basement: Factory Outlet
The Basement is a fairly large corner shop on Jl. Legian in Legian, stocking surfer / young people clothing. I stopped in and saw the half dozen staff busy counting stock and labelling.
Krakatoa Business Center - Seminyak Bali: New arrival's one stop shop
New expats in Bali have to spend time shorting themselves out. Chores such as finding a place to live, getting transport, organizing a visa, getting your mail, recieving a FAX, looking for a job,…
Joe Joe - Wholesale Fashion: Seminyak Bali
Joe Joe is a little shop on Jl. Seminyak, across the street from Lemon Grass Thai restaurant. Joe Joe specializes in bags and shoes for ladies. I spoke to the male staff, who is from Lombok.
Places in Seminyak to trust and avoid
Walking along Jl. Seminyak today, the sun was shining, the tourists were shopping and the traffic was crawling. Taking a bit more time to check things out today, I snapped a some photos of 3 places.
Look like a local: White gear in Seminyak Bali
Anyone who lives in Bali will have seen the popularity of wafer thin, white shirts and pants. These are on sale all over the place, and this afternoon I went to Yani Shop on Jl.
Shaman - Electro wear: Seminyak Bali
This afternoon I met Patrick, the French creative influence behind Shaman , the fashion shop next to Cafe Seminyak at Bintang supermarket in Seminyak.
Ace Hardware: Kuta Bali
Expats living in Bali often need the nuts and bolts, meaning hammers, drills, electrical and equipment etc. The one stop place is Ace Hardware in Kuta. Today I went over to Ace for a closer look.
Ramayana Shopping Mall Denpasar Bali
Ramayana Shopping mall is a place most westerners don't visit. But a trip to Denpasar might take you past this past. If you head north on Jl.
Life's little frustrations in Seminyak Bali
After getting all hot and bothered by my visa situation, I put on my Akubra hat and went for a walk.
Exporting furniture from Bali: A success story
How many wanderers have arrived in Bali, and ended up shipping home furniture in the hope of making a business for themselves?
Cheap gifts from Bali
Visitors to Bali often like to shop for cheap gifts to bring home for friends. Even if you have a large, extended family, there is plenty of choice in Bali.
New shopping guide to Bali & Lombok
Popular guidebook Shopsmart will launch its Bali & Lombok edition in Australia from early November. This latest title is the second of the series with the first, Shopsmart Singapore launched in 2004.
Shopping hours in Bali
In general, shopping hours in Bali are 9am-6pm. daily . Of course it depends where you are and what you are shopping for.
Mobile Phones in Bali
Cell phones are a major part of life here in Bali. Tourists, long -term visitors also get into the act, and figuring out cell phones in Bali is useful. Here's the deal.
Pasar Seni: Kuta Art Market
Pasar seni, or art market is a term used in Bali to loosely describe a collection of market stalls selling, nick-nacks, Balinese handicrafts and knock-off gear.
Exporting Directory in Bali
Here is a list of cargo companies in Bali, who will assist you in everything from packing, shipping, air, sea freight. Aerotrans Cargo, Courier, Logistic Jl.
Post & Shipping in Bali
You have many options for post ad shipping in Bali. These include: Post Offices , which are found in every city, town and village. Look for a small 'Kantor Pos' sign.
Sugarcane Blues Memorial to a Vanishing Past: Seminyak, Bali
Out of all the mediums in art my favourite must be those of photographic works and especially those in black and white. I think it is the starkness of the image and the manner of light capture.
Textiles in Bali
Indonesians are renowned the world over for their textiles. In Bali, the Balinese produce textiles for a variety of markets and,, one of them the tourist trade.
Police Raids Crackdown on Pirate DVDs
DVD shops are everywhere in Bali, literally. There always seems to be a new shop opening up every day selling pirated copies of the latest movies and music to suit all tastes, and, tourists are…
Horizon Glassworks: Ubud, Bali
Craftsmen who create pieces of art or jewellery in glass hold my admiration. It is a skill that I would not like to learn mainly because of the delicate process and my patience would be limited.
Sasana Hasta Karya School: Gianyar Regency, Bali
As I mentioned in an article the other day, Ubud is the cultural centre of Bali. In fact the whole regency of Gianyar is a cultural mecca and attracts artists of all mediums.
Art Expo Cancelled: Yogyakarta, Central Java, Indonesia
The Yogyakarta Arts Festival is one of the premiere events in Java during the months of June and July.
Playboy Publishes 2nd Edition from Bali
You really have to give the publishers of Playboy magazine in Indonesia full credit for their latest initiative. They have released the 2nd edition of Playboy from their new office in Bali.
Dutch Businessmen to Invest in Indonesia
Indonesia needs the money-flow from foreign investment for the country to flourish and become the mighty nation it was once. At the moment, the money for infrastructure is obviously 'not available'.
My experience with DVD's in Bali
DVD's are all over the place in Bali, buy 1 for 10,000rp, buy 100 and get 50 for free. Whatever your budget, watching movies here is cheap.
Indonesian furniture set to take of in India
Indonesian made furniture is set to take India by storm. The reasons for this are the selection of materials used from teak, bamboo, rattan and others.
Motorbikes & juicers in Seminyak Bali
Yesterday afternoon I was walking along Blue Ocean at the end of Jl. Double Six, when I noticed an Indonesian guy on a bright new trail bike.
Juice - Clothing & accessories in Kuta Bali
Juice is a little shop tucked away on Poppies Lane II, close to Jl. Legian. Juice is owned by Canadian designer Christina Webster. and today I went in for a look.
Exotic Bali - Tropical clothes in Kuta Bali
Exotic Bali is a men's and women's clothes shop on Jl. Legian in Kuta, across from Sari Yasa Samudra Bungalows .
Mega Disc DVD - Poppies Lane II in Kuta Bali
All you lovers of affordably priced DVD's, here's another place for you to check out in Kuta. Actually Mega Disc DVD has been around for a while, and today I chatted with the staff.
Soccer shirts in Denpasar Bali
Ika, Jevon, Awang and I just got back from a little shopping trip in Denpasar. Awang took us on a mystery tour, to 2 little sports shops selling 'competitively priced' World Cup shirts.
Periplus bookstore : Made's Warung Seminyak
A great place to shop for Bali books is Periplus bookstore, located inside Made's Warung Seminyak. Once you get into the garden of the restaurant, you will see Periplus on the right side.
Nyoman: Handicraft vendor Poppies I Kuta
Poppies Lane I is another narrow gang that leads from Jl. Legian to the beach. Originally just a sandy track, lined with palm trees, its now a brick lane, lined with shops.