Fly back (home) - Bali again

I mixed up the dates and, long story short, ended up spending an extra night in Bali. Even though I had booked two nights, I opted for an early check-out at 9 p.m. With the tropical cyclone looming, I wasn't going to risk missing my flight to Aotearoa.

I visited Ubud again to watch the Royal Legong. I still can't believe I made it—well, not me, but the driver, lol.

After landing, I was picked up at the airport and headed straight to Ubud.

I decided to visit Tirta Empul.

Overheard the guide mentioned "this is quiet, usually more people lining up"

Offering to the gods before getting into the water.

the way out is longer and through the art market. Festive to my eyes but alas I cannot add anything to my luggage

From Tirta Empul, I was dropped off near the Monkey Forest, was trying to look for Campuhan Walk, but turned out could not find the one showed in map.

I wish I had more time...

Finally I made it here!

These first dance, supposed to be a trance dance was amazing! Both dancers closed their eyes (as the trance took over) and they could dance so so beautifully in harmony to the music.

The last dance was about something else. Still so mesmerizing. I was so positive I need to change my phone. It is super terrible with low key

I tried to be as considerate as I could, not using my go pro and phone all the time.

If I ever stayed in Ubud again, as I wanted to learn about stone carving, I will watch this dance performace eveyr single night!

Back to hotel, and the last day I had to rely on my feet or Go jek.

And I found a Silversmith class just 600m away!

They use so many similar name, but I managed to make a contact and they replied on time.

My design but technically I did not make it, LOL the silversmith did most of the job

Legian

And that's a wrap. 

No snorkeling due to the weather. Till then, will see you again :)
Om Swastiastu 🙏