People go to Bali for one major reason. That is to enjoy the scenery, feel the cool blue waters, relax and recharge, join the beach activities, and bask in the ambiance. Bali is known to be one of the best relaxation places in the world.
Bali Shopping is not concentrated in one place only. In order that visitors staying in the different villas in Bali will have access to Bali shops, Bali malls and Bali markets are situated everywhere. So if you are seriously considering a vacation in the majestic island of Bali, read on to find out where to go when shopping in Bali.
Kuta Beach is where one can go Bali shopping. In Kuta Beach, you can find souvenirs and items handcrafted by Balinese people themselves. Also leather goods, pirated CDs, and clothings line along the sidewalks. Haggling is a normal thing to do when shopping in this Bali market. What is important is for one to be polite in doing the haggling to get that price you want.
Another site for Bali shopping is the Legian Beach. This Bali market is located along Melasti Street crossroad to Double Six Street. To best enjoy shopping in Legian Beach, you may ride a bike or motorcycle. But of course, nothing beats Bali shopping on foot. It’s a good exercise for the heart. A few shops in Legian include By The Sea, whose items are made of soft cotton, Uluwatu, Hippichic, whose items are inspired by the 1960’s and 1970’s fashion, The Curl, Birkenstock Shoes, and Suarti Silver. The closest villas to this shopping area are Villa Asih and Villa Puri Indah.
More Bali shops can be explored. The Ubud shopping market is where you can find handicrafts made by neighboring areas like Tegallalang, Mas, Celuk, and Sukawati. Also, it is in this Bali market where you can buy branded items like Polo Ralph Lauren, Billabong, Volcom, and other leading surfing brands. Villas close to Ubud are Griya Atma, Villa Amala, Villa Kanthi, Villa Puri Tupai, and Villa Umah Cagaan.
Seminyak is considered to be the fashion and shopping capital of Bali. It is where the most exclusive and unique brands of clothes are located. Ethnic designs, intricate beadworks, and sequin designs are among the items sold in this Bali market. Among the closest villas are Bali Villa Seminyak, Nyaman Villas, Villa 8, Villa Alya, Villa Alam, and Villa Asri.
Bali indeed is not only a place for relaxation. It can also be for shopping. It gives people a wide variety of choices of local and indigenous products as well as branded and exclusive items. That is Bali shopping. In the near future, Bali may as well become the next shopping capital of the world. After all, shopping is also a means of relaxation for many.

April 8, 2011 11:43 PM
great list! that must have taken somebody forever to put together!thanks..