Bali: Kuta

Bali is an island just east of Java. Despite being in Indonesia, the two islands feel like different countries. Java is primarily Muslim and urban where as Bali is Hindu and rural. Bali is also a much bigger draw for western tourists than Java. Our first stop in Bali is the island's most touristy city: Kuta. It is especially popular among Australians for its excellent surfing. From Mt Bromo we had a 10 hour bus ride to Kuta including a 30 minute ferry.

Storm cloud gather in Java as we set sail for sunny Bali

Prices are high on Kuta's main street but it's possible to find a cheap meal at local warungs in city's back alleys.

As with cheap food, you'll have to take to back alleys to find any Hindu temples like this in Kuta.

But if you're looking for tropical drinks and big waves, they are easy to find here