Category: Travel Tips
Villa Kubu’s luxury Seminyak villas are perfectly located in the heart of Bali’s best shopping, dining, nightlife and beach scene. Get the low down on the spots the local love to visit here with our specialty blogs.
Discover which are the best restaurants to visit for a steak in Bali, or where to get the best pampering and massage treatment. Find out about the fun family activities that are sure to keep your kids happy while you relax and enjoy your holiday.
Explore some of Bali’s hidden secret beauty spots with the help of our friendly Kubu staff. Learn more about traditional craftsmanship and try some local delicacies. All the information you need to make your Bali holiday truly special.
Villa Kubu Has The Best Mineral Water in Bali
July 20 2016As the founder of Villa Kubu I want to give our guests only the best quality produce. I am interested in alternative medicines, healing foods, and naturally sourced organic products. I know that fresh spring mineral water is key to our health and is the most important nutrient for our body. We source from local […]Read more
Surf and Swim Safety courtesy of Villa Kubu’s swim expert and alaia board champion Barney Quinlan
May 24 2016Welcome to vibrant Seminyak. My name is Barney Quinlan. I live on the East Coast of Australia and have the unique job of teaching swimming & water safety specifically for the moving water (surf) environment. My connection to Seminyak began in the 1990s as a young surfer visiting my resident father numerous times and continues […]Read more
Villa Kubu’s Concierge Recommends the Best Beach Cocktail Spots for sundowners in and around Seminyak
May 10 2016In the last five years, Bali has become increasingly popular as a fashionable party destination. It has always been a hit with the bohemian crowd but now as the style and demand of tourism changes so does the Bali scene. And with such a creative genre of bar-owners, the vibe is all about fun, ingenuity […]Read more
Fabulous Family Fun in and around Seminyak
March 15 2016As well as our child-friendly villas, Villa Kubu’s location in the heart of seminyak sees guests perfectly placed to explore some of the many family destinations Bali has to offer. A short ride in our free shuttle is Seminyak Beach, where the famous Rip Curl Surf School has taken many a young surfer from zero […]Read more
Best fashion shopping in Seminyak
February 29 2016There are a plethora of shops to fill any stylish guy or gals wardrobe in Seminyak, to avoid traipsing up and down with your other half, here are my go to fashion destinations in Seminyak. And all a stones throw from your private pool villa at Villa Kubu. Simply hop on a bicycle which are […]Read more
Top 5 things to see in Ubud, the cultural hub of Bali
February 16 2016Recommendations for when staying in a private villa is to go on a day tour and if its culture you’re looking for then head to Ubud, you will not be disappointed. (Talk to reception for Villa Kubu’s Ubud day trips and tours) Monkey forest: Explore and immerse yourself in the wonders of the sacred monkey […]Read more
Cycle ride from Kintamani to Ubud
February 02 2016For a day filled with adventure, culture and beauty look no further than the cycle ride from Kintamani to Ubud. The whole day is laid out for you, seamlessly fitting into place stress free and action packed. A driver arrives to pick up your group from the convenience of your hotel front door. You are […]Read more
Night Out At Ku De Ta
January 05 2016When looking for private villas in Bali that can accommodate for large groups look no further than Villa Kubu. After checking into our 3 bedroom villa in the heart of Seminyak we felt like we had struck gold. The boutique villa complex boasts fine dinning at Oasis restaurant and luxury pampering at plus they have […]Read more
Ten important check lists a solo traveller should consider when looking for a one bedroom villa in Seminyak
Ten important check lists a solo traveller should consider when looking for a one bedroom villa in Seminyak A large pool, big enough for lengths. I like nothing better then getting up early and having a serious work out session, nothing beats 100 lengths as a start to the day. Villa Kubu private pool villas […]Read more
Things to do in Seminyak
November 26 2015The sun rose over our stunning private two-bed villa at Villa Kubu Boutique Villa Hotel and Spa, shedding light onto the sparkling pool and exotic walled garden. I could get used to waking up in paradise! We ordered breakfast to the comfort and luxury of our opulent private villa to dine by the pool in […]Read more