beauty of kuta beach - BALI ISLAND
When you mention "Kuta Bali", everyone will know and be on a beach in Bali. Yes, Kuta is one of the clean and beautiful beaches on the island of Bali. Located in Kuta District, Badung. Kuta Bali is a famous tourist destination because its waves are almost perfect for surfing spots. This Bali beach is a pioneer of tourism on the island of Bali. As the icon of Indonesian tourism, Kuta beach Bali becomes a meeting place for tourists from all over the world including local tourists.
Before becoming a tourist attraction, Kuta is a trading port. Where products from locally traded to buyers from outside Bali. In the 19th century, Mads Lange, a Danish trader, came to Bali and established a trading base in Kuta. His expertise in negotiations made Mads Lange a famous trader between Balinese kings and the Dutch.
Hugh Mahbett has also published a book entitled "Praise to Kuta" which invites local people to prepare tourist accommodation facilities. The goal is to anticipate the explosion of tourists visiting Bali. The book then inspired many people to build tourist facilities such as lodging, restaurants and entertainment venues.
The main charm of Kuta beach is its vast territory and its clean white sand. Located on the west side which makes this beach as a good place to enjoy the beauty of the sun at sunset. Its popularity not only makes Kuta Beach crowded at certain times, but Kuta is crowded hanpir every day for 24 hours.
Many activities you can do in the afternoon at Kuta beach, such as surfing on the beach of Bali, swimming, and sunbathing. There are even people who play beach volleyball, soccer or just sit with friends while enjoying the beach and the beautiful sunset.
With its white sand, this Bali beach offers a fun holiday tour filled with joy. Not only in the morning and evening, even at night was Kuta beach still looks crowded. The place is never quiet, that's the impression when you visit this area. Most of the shops and hotels around Kuta beach are never quiet with visitors.
sunset kuta baliDisamping its beauty, Kuta Beach Bali has become the world championship surfing place, because it is supported by good waves. This beach has stolen the attention of surfers around the world. Not only for professionals, there are also many beginner surfers who are still learning to conquer the beach waves kuta.
Once tired of surfing, sunbathing or just watching the sunset, you can try to get around on foot on the beach. There are many souvenir shops with various materials and shapes provided at Kuta beach, such as rings, earrings and various knick-knacks including clothing.
So, when you are in Bali, do not forget to visit this Kuta beach, not a complete holiday if you do not visit Kuta Bali. No matter the time, day or night, whenever you have time, Kuta will always be open for you.
Access
It only takes about 10 minutes from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Kuta Beach. You can go to the beach area at any time by taxi or private vehicle. If using the bus, usually stop at Central Kuta Parking. From here, you can continue the journey to the beach with public transportation, at a rate of about Rp. 10.000, -.
Entrance ticket
For admission to Kuta beach no entry fee is charged. But if you come with a private vehicle, then you have to pay a parking fee of Rp. 5,000, - per vehicle.
Accommodation and Facilities
Kuta Beach is usually crowded with tourists during the holiday season, ie July - August and December - January. Make sure you have booked the hotel far - long days before when you want to visit Kuta in that month.
As a very famous tourist destination, Kuta has complete accommodation facilities. In this area you will easily find lodging from five star hotels, guesthouses, to cottages. Some of the famous Kuta beaches are Bali Dynasty Resort, Discovery Kartika Plaza Hotel, Santika Beach Premiere Hotel. Click here to find some hotels near Kuta beach. You can also easily find entertainment venues such as cafes, bars, pubs, discotheques, or karaoke.
If you want to surf but do not bring surfing equipment, you can rent surfboards at various places scattered around the beach. The cost of renting a surf equipment is about Rp. 50,000 - Rp. 150,000 per hour. In addition, you will also receive a short training from the surf instructor.
To maintain the safety of tourists who visit Kuta beach at least 40 coast guards are on standby. They are scattered in three posts and divided into two groups. The first group is on watch from 7 am to 2 pm, while the next group is from 12 am to 7 pm.
For those who like to shop, there are many souvenir shops in Kuta area that sell handicrafts, accessories and various clothes. Also available are supermarkets, food stalls and restaurants serving a variety of cuisines with various flavors. There are also fast food restaurants like Mc Donalds which are open for 24 hours.
You can find ATMs easily to take your cash with the support of international cards.
If you need time to relax, and want to unwind after a day of activity, there are masseurs who just flex your muscles at a cost of about Rp. 50,000, - with half an hour. There are also non permanent tattoos, nail and hair coloring services around Kuta beach.
In Kuta there are many car rental places, such as cars, motorcycles, and bicycles. Tariffs for a car rental vary depending on the type of vehicle. Usually around Rp. 600.000, - per 24 hours, including driver and fuel, or about Rp. 300.000, - per 24 hours without driver and BBM. For motorcycles premises rental rates ranging from Rp. 50,000 - 100,000, - per day. While for rental rates ranging from Rp. 30.000, - per day