Bali Body Talk With The Bali Bible

5 mins with Co-Founder Lani te Hennepe 
Bali Body Talk With The Bali Bible

Hi Babe,

Thanks for taking the time out to spend 5 mins with us here at Bali Body! We want to know the ins and outs of your personal vacay needs

What is your favourite thing to do in Bali?

During the day I love to get down the beach! A good old Balinese massage under the umbrella while listening to the waves is absolute heaven! Then back to the villa, crank the tunes and get ready to wine and dine at some of the most talked about restaurants in the world!

What is your favourite place to stay in Bali?

If you want to get out of the hustle and bustle of Seminyak, hands down The Intercontinental, Jimbaran Bay. It’s surrounded by beautiful palms, modern day beds and hammocks with beach views. At night there are lanterns and candles down every path you walk on.  For those that love to stay in Seminyak, The Legian. It's positioned along the beach with 11/10 club facilities, service and sunset views. 

What is your go-to breakfast, lunch and dinner venues?

Breakfast at Sisterfields, although get there early to avoid the lineup. Their smashed avo and coffee are worth the wait!

Lunch would be at La Lucciola which is also located in the Yak, you can’t beat their beach views and bamboo setup.

Dinner at Merah Putih, their coconut espresso martinis & Indonesian dishes are to die for.

What Bali Body products will you always find in your suitcase and why?

I won’t leave the country without my Bali Body Watermelon Tanning Oil as it gives me the darkest tan and smells like vacay. I use the BB Cream daily as it has SPF protection and acts as a lightweight foundation giving me a hydrated dewy glow on those hot days and balmy nights. 

Your top 5 recommendations for people who have never been to Bali before?

1.  Froze all day at The Lawn in Canggu

2.  A massage and facial at Spring Spa

then head down the road to Atilla-co to stock up on your Bali Body products!

3.  Book day trip to crystal clear beaches of Uluwatu

- Highly recommend Sundays Beach Club

4.  Explore the rice terrace and waterfalls of Tegallalang North Ubud

5.  All you can eat Sunday Brunch at The W Resort in Seminyak

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