The Real Reason They Keep Choosing Bali
- Feb 18
- 2 min read
They’re from Canada. They’ve visited Bali 12–15 times. The last time was 20 years ago.
And now, they’re back again.
Not because it’s trending. Not because of cheap flights.
But because Bali has been part of their life story.
From Holiday to Business
Their first trips weren’t just vacations. They came to visit a friend in Denpasar who was building a house filled with beautiful Balinese furniture.
They looked around. They were inspired.
Then they said:
“Let’s bring some home.”
They shipped a small container back to Canada. Showed it to friends. Soon after, they opened a furniture and home décor store.
That business lasted 20 years.
For the first 12 years, they came to Bali up to three times a year.
Bali wasn’t just a destination for them.It became part of their livelihood.
What They Love Most
When asked what makes Bali special, they didn’t say the beaches. They didn’t say the resorts. They didn’t even say the new mall in Sanur.
They said:
“The Balinese people are just fabulous — smiling, respectful, soft spoken… just really lovely people.”
That was their highlight.
They also mentioned:
“Almost everywhere we go, they speak way better English than I do.”
There was admiration in their voice.And gratitude.
Bali Feels Different
This trip, they stayed in Kuta, Seminyak, and Sanur. They described Sanur as peaceful and exactly what they expected, quiet and relaxing.
They plan to return to Nusa Dua soon:
“Back to the good old days.”
They’ve explored Lovina. They’ve seen Bali change over 20 years. They remember when Canggu was mostly fields.
But one thing hasn’t changed for them: The feeling.
They didn’t even plan everything in advance.
“Go about where the wind takes you.”
Bali allows that kind of travel.Slow. Flexible. Personal.
For Balinese Readers
Sometimes, when you live here, it’s easy to forget how special this island feels to others.
For this couple, Bali:
Inspired a 20-year business
Brought them back over a dozen times
Gave them peace and familiarity
Made them feel welcome
Bali is not just for tourists. Not just for influencers. Not just for luxury travelers.
Bali is for everyone.
And what makes it powerful isn’t only the scenery.
It’s the people.
The smiles. The respect. The gentle way of speaking.
That’s what keeps them coming back.
And maybe, that’s something worth protecting.
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