Books
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1. Eat, Pray, Love (Elizabeth Gilbert)
A memoir that famously chronicles the author’s search for meaning and peace, with a pivotal section set in Bali.
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2. Love and Death in Bali (Vicki Baum)
A novel set during the Dutch colonial era, exploring the Balinese way of life amidst the backdrop of conflict.
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3. Bali Daze: Freefall Off the Tourist Trail (Cat Wheeler)
A collection of funny and insightful essays about life on the island as an expat.
Movies
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1. All the Beauty of the World (2006)
A film that delicately portrays the intertwined lives of its characters, exploring themes of love, loss, and the fleeting nature of beauty in everyday moments.
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2. Ticket to Paradise (2022)
This romantic comedy follows a divorced couple who unexpectedly find themselves on a mission to stop their daughter from making the same mistakes they made.
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3. Eat Pray Love (2010)
Based on the bestselling book, this film showcases Bali as a destination for spiritual renewal and romance.