Happy Holidays Here in Bali – Bali Awards 2022

In Search of the World’s Happiest Holiday Destination

“It’s true…. Every time I land at Bali Airport I feel happy!”

If the travel restrictions of the past couple of years have taught us anything it is that travel makes us happy! Global lockdowns may have stopped our wanderlust for a while but once border restrictions eased millions of travellers resolved to pack their bags and head to wherever made their heart sing. Based on the results of recent International Travel Awards and surveys, Bali gets the votes as ‘The World’s Happiest Holiday Destination’.

According to research conducted by internationally renowned, France based travel company Club Med, Bali has taken out top spot as the happiest location for holiday makers the world over! And why wouldn’t it when one considers affordability, wealth of wellness opportunities and safety, the island’s unique natural beauty and culture along with its worldwide popularity as a friendly and stress-free vacation destination.

Just recently, Bali ranked second in 2023 TripAdvisor’s Travelers’ Choice for the top 25 popular destinations, – only behind Dubai, which has topped the list for two years in a row. The magic of the Island of Gods just cannot be denied. The Balinese people have the biggest smiles and provide the most genuine service are so deserving of this award as their island has bounced back better than ever.

In 2022, Bali placed fourth on the list after only being open for tourism for 8 months, and now the island has jumped another two places this year. Watch out Dubai, Bali is coming for you 😉

“[Bali is] a living postcard, an Indonesian paradise that feels like a fantasy,” wrote TripAdvisor on their website. Ubud also gets a special mention as the ‘ artistic capital ‘ of Bali.

Note: Locals describe Ubud as the centre of Bali’s culture (which includes art), nature and wellness.

As if this isn’t accolade enough, British media money.co.uk recently ranked Indonesia as the Most Beautiful Country in the World; basing their assessment on its unique natural wonders including volcanoes, tropical forests, coral reefs and UNESCO world heritage sites, not to mention the archipelago’s 50,000 kilometres of stunning coastline!

And if wellness options, outdoor adventures and picture-perfect scenery seem to be the secrets to Bali’s success as a sought-after holiday destination then happy holiday hunters need look no further than Ubud. Sliding in at Number 3 in internationally acclaimed Travel + Leisure’s list of ‘The 25 Best Cities in the World’ Ubud is rated in the top three for food, culture and friendliness. Its myriad of accommodation options ranging from budget to bougee sets this scenic mountain top town up as a worthy competitor to the beachside favourites Seminyak and Canggu.

Yet despite Ubud’s growing popularity, there’s no need to spend a fortune on high end accommodation. 2022 Travel and Hospitality Awards (THA) – an annual event designed to celebrate those organizations that are excelling in the field of travel and hospitality recently recognised Ubud’s very own Bisma Cottages as the Best Cottages of the Year 2022 for Bali, Indonesia. Their panel of judges comprising of Internationally recognised travel enthusiasts, bloggers, and experts works independently to choose the best hotels, tour operators, and other organizations that are doing well in the industry. This prestigious title was awarded to Bisma Cottages on the basis of its uniqueness, quality of services and facilities and exceptional levels of customer care across a number of categories.

All of this for less than USD $100 per night in a locations central to Ubud Palace, Ubud Market, Monkey Forest, Campuhan Ridge Walk and Yoga Barn. Travellers can easily enjoy this happy holiday destination without putting a dent in their wallet!