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The Best Bali Events & Deals in October

Published 6 months ago • 1 min read

Hey Reader
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Hi, it's me, Alexa. Founder of Girls in Bali.
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I was supposed to be in Bali...RIGHT NOW. But I cancelled my trip.
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I'm heartbroken but I had to make the big girl decision to stay here in Seattle a little bit longer because...
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I just launched something huge: True Crime Travelers Podcast. ​

True Crime Travelers investigates cases of missing or murdered travelers abroad 🫣 while also teaching you how to travel the world safely. Our motto? We're not here to scare you, we're here to prepare you.
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​Listen here.​
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So, this year I'll focus on the podcast. I'll be back in Bali in 2025. But in the meantime, can you have all the fun for me?​
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​Here's what Bali Buddies and I have put together for you for October:

HOTEL OF THE MONTH

There's only one place I stay when I want to be steps from the beach and all the best shopping in Canggu. It's Hotel Tugu Bali.

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Looking for a Female Driver in Bali?

FIND HER ON KLOOK

Choose the "Female Driver" option AND save up to 10% on your booking by using the promo code GIRLSINBALIKLOOK

TESTED BY GIRLS IN BALI

Our GIB member Tarryn tried and tested Klook’s female driver service for us!
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""Our driver, arrived at 08:30 and took us to the breathtaking Dreamland in Uluwatu"

TARRYN LOVED DIAN!

"Along the way, she shared fascinating insights about Bali, making us feel safe and well-informed throughout the journey.

We absolutely loved the day! Dian was always there when we needed her."

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Things change quickly when it comes to arrivals in Bali. The prepurchase e-visa website has recently changed, and there is now a mpox form to fill out before you arrive to Bali. We have made it all easy for you...

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STEP-BY-STEP ARRIVALS GUIDE

With all the official government website links you need to enter Bali.

​READ THE ARTICLE​

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NEED HELP PLANNING YOUR VISIT TO BALI?

Ya'll, I write the #1 best-selling guidebook for Bali.
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I help travelers plan the best possible Bali trip based on their budget, timeline and bucket list.
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Let's check your itinerary, search for flights, and answer all Bali-related questions.

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That's all for this month!

Thanks for reading. We love you.

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