In deciding where to go on holiday one must consider many things such as budget, time, activities, and of course, Pics and Pans, which is a big factor. Careful thought goes into deliberating if you want to vacation for one to two weeks or just take a long weekend. Are you motivated to choose a destination because you want to party, learn about the culture, or soak up some sun and play in the ocean?
I am planning vacations to Bali and Hawaii for two different groups of clients. I want to go on both trips but time is not permitting. Believe it or not, getting folks to decide what they would like to do is often difficult. This is especially the case when visiting a place you have never been to before.
My humble advice is to research 3 things the place you choose is famous for. Do you like the activities they have to offer? Yes, great. Now add some guest dining and a club or two and the vacation is golden.
Maybe beachy is more your style? Can you swim? Let’s go snorkeling or whale watching. Perhaps exotic drinks tickle your fancy, most likely in a smoke free environment. You can have an Elevator Cocktail in Bali or a Mai Tai in Hawaii. Challenge accepted.
On the other hand, let’s explore holy temples and museums and architecture galore but no gourmand eateries or clubs to party at. Finally, pick three fun activities that you would enjoy for every 4 days. Give yourself a half a day to relax upon arrival and realize 10am-2pm is usually check out time so that last day is a wash. But before you go, to get you started here’s some suggestions:
| Bali | Hawaii | |
| What town/area? | Ubud | Maui |
| Beach or town? | Balangan Beach (Kuta) | Waikiki, Oahu |
| Walk/Drive? | West Bali National Park | Chain of Craters Road |
| Language issues? | Indonesian, Balinese, English | Hawaiin, English |
| Activities in Covid19? | White water rafting, ATV biking | Snorkeling with turtles/dolphins |
| Cultural tours? | Uluwatu Temple | Salute to Pearl Harbor |
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