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Food is also at the fore in Seminyak

NEON PALMS

Neon Palms is memorable as much for its bright jungly interior as its cuisine. Try the fresh tacos – the vegan Peking duck was particularly tasty washed down with a Banana Bliss smoothie made from almond milk, coconut yoghurt and crunchy cocoa nibs.

ROYAL BEACH SEMINYAK BALI

Try the island’s traditional dish of babi guling (suckling pig) at the traditional food evening; it will wipe any preconceptions about dining buffet style. Stroll through the hotel’s tropical grounds to finish.

SISTERFIELDS

Breakfast bowls are a big thing in Bali and Sisterfields’ acai berry bowl made with blueberries and banana with coffee honey is a scrumptious way to start the day, and in a trendy setting. Being Australian-owned there are also classic offerings on the menu.

WHERE TO STAY

Bali is renowned for its villa holidays and there are many to choose from to suit any budget and style. Book via villa management companies, or explore options on Airbnb. For a touch of luxury, Kiwi-designed Villa Jemma is well worth it. Run by Elite Havens Bali and hidden behind a lush, walled garden, the villa is spread over two levels, with four bedrooms and four bathrooms. It even comes with a 24/7 private butler. A spacious open-air living room extends out to a 16m pool with a well-placed shady pavilion to take an afternoon snooze. See villajemma.com.