"Kim Soo Home, a French-inspired boutique shop in Seminyak, carrieseverything from Indonesian ethnic pieces to handmade textiles and wooden furniture. If you're looking to pick up something toremind you of your trip to Bali, you'll find it here—the shop stocks items from makers throughout the archipelago, along withits own unique, locally made designs. It's difficult to leave the airy and carefully manicuredstore, but you can decompress for a bit inthestylish adjoining café before you reenter the harsh world outside."

"Across the river from the Badung Market—Bali’s largest traditional produce and meat market—is the Kumbasari Market (also called Pasar Seni Kumbasari), where you can find craftspeople hawking their wares. Wander amongstalls sellingbatiks, wood carvings, jewelry, paintings, and souvenirs."

"The expat owners of this upmarket Seminyak boutique source their goods from across Asia, and the shop doubles as a gallery for museum-quality pieces. Ooh and aah over glass earrings from Cambodia, vibrant Burmese silks, and necklaces of Balinese silver and Tibetan turquoise."

"Fantastic Fabrics Jalan Sulawesi, right in the heart of Denpasar in what used to be the Chinese district is the place to go for fabric. Whether you’re looking for a beautiful piece of traditional batik or something a bit more funky, the selection on this street is so vast be prepared to trek up and down it a few times. Try to arrive in the morning because once the sun really starts to heat up the tiny, cramped shops and warm the spoiled food hanging around in the gutters from Badung Market next door you’ll be dying to get off the street."

"The Masters of Wood Carving Just South of Ubud in the village of Singakerta are some of the most talented wood carvers on the island of Bali . In this village in the myriad of carving workshops you can buy everything from tiny detailed dancers to full sized Komodo dragons. The skill of carving is generally passed down the male side of the family, but women are also involved in the smoothing and polishing of the carvings and you'll probably meet them sitting outside chatting while they work. Many of the shops sell basic souvenir style carvings, which are generally a bit cheesy, but there are also more original pieces lurking in the background as well. Many of the carvers will give half day lessons if you ask, so don't be shy to learn a little while you're there as well."

"Stuff Your Suitcase in Tegallalang The main road in Andong running north from Ubud to Tegallalang has become a busy strip of handicraft sellers and furniture makers. They sell wholesale but also retail so tourists can get cheaper prices than they would pay in the boutiques. The type of crafts you can buy here are so varied it you definitely risk filling your suitcase with all kinds of things you need...and some you probably don't as well. If you're looking for homeware, picture frames, wall hangings, ceramics, mirrors, furniture, decorations, lamps, cushions get a driver with a big car because you're gonna need the room!"

"Beautiful Batik The wax resist dying technique of batik is one of the symbols of Indonesian culture. Although it actually came from Java to Bali with the Majapahit Kingdom in the 14th Century, the Balinese now consider it as much part of their culture as the Javanese. You can find beautiful batiks all over Bali but one of the most impressive batik makers in Bali is Pak Tjok Agung who has a workshop and small shop in his home village of Pejeng near Ubud. This isn't on the main tourist trail and purposefully so. Pak Tjok uses natural fibers and dyes and local workers to try to support the local community without the need for tourist dollars, which makes Pak Tjok's textiles sustainable as well as stunning. Pak Tjok's workshop is about 15 minutes north east of Ubud in the village of Pejeng. www.tjokagung-indigo.com"

"A Village of Arts Just outside Gelgel and Klungkung, which were the seats of the Majapahit Kingdom from the 15th until the second half of the 17th century, is the village of Kamasan. This village was and is still of great cultural importance to the Balinese as it has been the core of Balinese traditional arts for the past 600 years. It is most famous for its painters, who have been painting in the 'Kamasan style' for many generations. This style is derived from the Javanese style that came to Bali with the Majapahit Kingdom and is now the basis for all traditional Balinese styles. You can tour the village and chat to the painters in their workshops and also buy directly from them. There are also textile workshops and silversmiths in the village you can visit. Kamasan is about 40 minutes from Ubud or 1 1/2 hours from Kuta or Seminyak."

"Shopping in a Boat Shed Bali Boat Shed is an eye-catching candy-colored boutique on one of the trendiest corners of Seminyak. Showcasing a huge range of local designers, it really does have unique items you won't find anywhere else. The selection of women's clothes, shoes and accessories is much larger than the men's, but there are definitely some cool items for the boys as well. Buy some new threads to hit the Seminyak bar scene in, and you won't have any worries about not being on trend."

"Brighten Up Your Life As you can see by the picture, Kody & Ko is a mad mix of fluorescent housewares, clothes, and accessories. It's pretty hard to pass by without at least having a peek and trying out the fantastically comfy beanbags and peacock chairs. Even if the gaudiness is a bit too much for you, the blindingly bright buddhas, gnomes, and skulls will definitely make you smile. Kody & Ko is in central Seminyak on Jalan Kayu Cendana."

"The Perfect T-Shirt at The People Vs. For t-shirt lovers searching for the perfect vintage style shirt that feels like it's been worn everyday since 1972 Seminyak boutique The People Vs. is right up your alley. They also have cool bags, jewelry and other clothes, but those soft slept in feeling t-shirts are what seem to draw people back again and again. They also have a location across from Made's Warung in Seminyak. http://www.thepeoplevs.com"

"Fine French Dining, Bali Style Metis is one of the most high-profile restaurants in Bali . Located in "The Beverly Hills" of the island Jalan Petitenget, it is a favorite of high flyers and socialites both local and foreign. The food is French with an Asian twist, and all ingredients are of the absolute highest quality. High tea at Metis is a more relaxed experience than dinner, but customers are always expected to dress appropriately, i.e., no board shorts, cut-offs, etc. For a romantic dinner or a special lunch, Metis is a great option."

"Joyous Shopping Joy Jewellery is fun, funky and all hand made in Bali . The shop on Jalan Oberoi in Seminyak is small but packed full of great bracelets, necklaces and rings that you can't buy just one of. They make excellent gifts, but I promise you'll buy more for yourself than your friends."