ALILA SEMINYAK Bali, Indonesia 🇮🇩【4K Resort Tour & Review】Absolutely In Love!

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Күн бұрын

What's the modern and beautiful five-star Alila Seminyak Resort in Bali, Indonesia like? Is it worth the money? Check out this full resort tour and review to find out what makes Alila such a unique brand and this specific resort so special, especially if you're a foodie like me!
😱 Correction: The beach club behind my 'noisy' room is actually Mrs. Sippy Bali, not Potato Head. My sincerest spuddy appologies to the latter!
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-Hotel Exterior & History
-Design Inspiration
-Reception Hall
-Hotel Location & Setting
-SeaSalt Restaurant (SO Good!)
-Beach Bar Restaurant
-Full Ocean View King Room Tour
-Full Breakfast Buffet Tour
-Why Service is Great
-Seminyak Beach
-Three Beautiful Pools
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Rate Paid: $278.60 USD
Category: Standard King Room (Upgrade to Ocean View)
Inclusions: Breakfast + $100 Food Credit
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↪ Video Chapters ↩
0:00 Intro
00:27 Resort Info
01:00 Arriving at Resort
01:30 Resort Entrance
01:55 Lobby & Reception
03:05 Views from Lobby
03:51 Pool Number 1
04:45 Pool Number 2 (Primary Pool)
05:35 Resort Grounds Impressions
06:00 Resort Location & Layout
06:42 Walking to Pool Number 3
07:05 Pool Number 3 (My Favorite)
09:15 Lunch at Seasalt Restaurant (Really Good!)
10:37 Walking to My Room
10:55 Ocean View King Room Tour
15:40 Original Room Problem (Noise from Potato Head)
16:40 Resort Vibes & Need to Know FAQs
17:30 Seminyak Beach
18:25 Beach Bar Restaurant
19:00 Resort at Sunset
19:45 Dinner at Seasalt Restaurant (Incredible!)
21:50 Morning // Fitness Center
22:50 Outstanding Breakfast Buffet
25:30 Final Thoughts & The Flip Flop Score
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This is NOT a promotional video. I pay for all of my flights and hotels (and I always tell you how much!) so I can be as honest and impartial as possible. I do not receive any special treatment that wouldn’t otherwise be publicly accessible, in fact, the hotels and airlines have no idea about my visit and that's the way I like it!
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@jimhearsonwriter 2 күн бұрын

Those green walls just make it feel so fresh - it's probably why it looks good on drab days: it always looks verdant. Oh, and that's how you have a temple on site, rather than building a ruin and treating it with fake reverence.

@tfft Күн бұрын

Agreed!

@robbmaruschak2330 10 ай бұрын

We visited in May and this video does a wonderful job of showcasing this fantastic property. One of the best breakfast buffets I've enjoyed.

@tfft 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching 🩴

@noeapantoja 10 ай бұрын

Fantastic video Kevin, great work per usual.

@tfft 10 ай бұрын

Thanks very much 🙏🏻

@TheOrangeGunner 10 ай бұрын

I reviewed this hotel in 2016 and it is my favourite in Bali. I am glad to see that 7 years later it still lives up to the high standards.

@tfft 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching 🩴

@bellyhungry 10 ай бұрын

Great review. Very enjoyable video. Deserves wider audience. Appreciate your straight talk. Can't wait for the next video.

@tfft 10 ай бұрын

Appreciate that! Thanks for watching 🩴

@erwinwang1446 9 ай бұрын

Hi Mr. Kevin, I recently stumbled upon your channel and I must say, it's been a real deal for me, especially in my search for affordable luxury travel reviews. I can't help but think I should have discovered it sooner! Your approach to the reviews, from the meticulous detail to the carefully selected soundtrack, is truly enjoyable. The numerical breakdown you provide also makes it easier for me as a viewer to grasp. And your narration style, peppered with just the right amount of humor 🤣 adds a delightful touch without compromising the essence of the review. Thank you for the incredible effort you put into your content. You've not only gained a subscriber, but also a dedicated fan!

@tfft 9 ай бұрын

Thanks very much for those kind words and welcome to the channel!

@OHANA-Beach-Suites-CDO 10 ай бұрын

Love the lobby and pool areas very welcoming. Beautiful! Great video!

@tfft 10 ай бұрын

Thanks very much 🙏🏻

@petek5523 10 ай бұрын

Wow 🤩! Really nice. From the food to the room (your upgraded one) to the spectacular setting, everything was on point. Makes up for some of your less than spectacular resort stays. Thanks for sharing

@tfft 10 ай бұрын

Agree! Thanks for watching 🩴

@allhill 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for this awesome video review, makes me include Alila Seminyak for next visit!

@tfft 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching 🩴

@doomolit 10 ай бұрын

Once again excellent Review.. have been binging on your videos for the last three days.. truly amazing content..

@tfft 10 ай бұрын

Thanks very much 🙏🏻

@oblongmusic3389 10 ай бұрын

Nice one Kevin .. it’s always a great thing when a ‘product’ lives up to the Hype .. 🙏

@tfft 10 ай бұрын

That's truly the only thing I ask for! haha Thanks for watching 🩴

@mindfulfascia 9 ай бұрын

Thank you! Love this video and learning about the history of Cheti Ubud. No wonder it is so beautiful!!!

@tfft 9 ай бұрын

Can't wait for my trip to another Chedi soon! Thanks for watching 🩴

@Yyh85 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for a great video again Kevin, am looking for a beachfront resort for a few nights in Seminyak next year and this might have vaulted to the top of the list

@tfft 10 ай бұрын

Enjoy your trip 🗺️

@sololife1968 10 ай бұрын

What a gorgeous resort, and I'm definitely adding it to my list for my next trip to Bali. 😊

@tfft 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching 🩴

@satoshi3043 3 ай бұрын

Incredible presentation with plenty of information. Thank you sir . I really trust your reviews . Cheers from Tokyo.

@tfft 3 ай бұрын

Thanks very much 🙏🏻

@jenniferrahman6960 10 ай бұрын

I think I agree, it could be overcast or rain all day but this resort would still look stunning. Such manicured gardens. Breakfast looks good, thought put into the dishes. A very nice property - cannot fault this one! 🌴

@tfft 10 ай бұрын

Agree! Thanks for watching 🩴

@soupdragon1 10 ай бұрын

Looked fantastic for that nightly rate great review thanks.

@tfft 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching 🩴

@kilantravels 10 ай бұрын

I appreciate you taking eleven takes to get your video without guests walking past you! I also appreciate the fact that you pronounced “tape” correctly 😁 Unfortunately the only Alila I’ve been to is Alila Bangsar in Kuala Lumpur LOL I wonder what happened to their plans in some of the more exotic places in Indonesia like Tarabitan in North Sulawesi and Bintan (near Singapore).

@tfft 10 ай бұрын

I'm not sure of the plans, but my guess would be, those were planned before Hyatt bought them? I can't imagine Hyatt investing in a resort in the likes of Sulawesi and Bintan when frankly, they have a lot of other more popular places they could/should be expanding into first. Thanks for watching 🩴

@edporsche20 4 ай бұрын

Been there when covid, luckily potato beach club didn't operate at that time. So, serenity was present. 💟

@tfft 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing ✈️

@shakesnbake 10 ай бұрын

Great reviww as always. I see what you mean about still looking great even when It's dreary :)

@tfft 10 ай бұрын

Thanks very much 🙏🏻

@scottscott5224 10 ай бұрын

I've been eagerly awaiting this review from you. You did a great job (as always) I'll be there in a few weeks and you've amped up my excitement even more. Btw: the shot of the beach club with the loud music was Mrs Sippy, not Potato Head. I'd love to see you review Potato Head. Its one of my favourite places to stay in Bali and I rate it very highly.

@tfft 10 ай бұрын

Thanks very much 🙏🏻 I've added a note about Mrs Sippy to the description, thanks for that!

@DeniseSommerRoque 10 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for introducing me to the Alila brand a year ago when I fell in love with their style after watching your Alila Ubud review. Just booked a short all inclusive stay at their smallest property in Bali, the resort in Manggis just to indulge 🥰….can’t wait!

@tfft 10 ай бұрын

Ah and Manggis is such a STEAL! Cash or points… I know it’s a bit of a drive to get there but it really is a great value for an upscale property on the island. Can’t wait to go there myself sometime, I’m curious how you’ll like it. Thank you as always for the support 🙏🏻🙏🏻

@DeniseSommerRoque 10 ай бұрын

@@tfft will let you know, we’ll go there in 2 1/2 weeks 🥰 Their restaurant is also called Seasalt…maybe there are some of the same dishes on the menu, because it all looked so mouth-wateringly delicious 🙏🏼

@MattHayesAU 10 ай бұрын

The pool on the roof is the penthouse exclusive pool, so glad you did this one we are there soon !

@tfft 10 ай бұрын

Ahhhhhh, ok, I feel better about not knowing about it then! haha. Thanks for that!

@MattHayesAU 10 ай бұрын

@@tfft there is a video here some place with people staying in it but horrendous to watch, it’s 3 bedrooms and comes with a butler and alike

@holgerklare444 10 ай бұрын

Simply… WOW!

@tfft 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching 🩴

@susanyeung4165 10 ай бұрын

Nice review as usual! Yeah, not a fan of Seminyak but this property was pretty good! We also visited the Alila in Ubud and loved it. Totally different vibe. I'm an Alila loyalist 😊

@tfft 10 ай бұрын

Yes I agree very different vibes, but… the same frequency perhaps haha. Thanks for watching 🩴

@jamesphelps1958 Ай бұрын

Already did throw your playlists on loop overnight! Would love to see the St Regis and W reviewed if you get back to Bali. I’m having trouble deciding between them for an upcoming trip

@tfft Ай бұрын

St. Regis perhaps, W, unlikely.

@GuillermoGomezGG1959 10 ай бұрын

Well you just made my vacation plan quite easy. Thanks Kevin!! Alina Seminyak will be. There isn’t like a sunset at the Java Sea. Abrazo- Peace of I. GG

@tfft 10 ай бұрын

Thanks very much 🙏🏻

@IloveFreo 9 ай бұрын

Wow , stunning hotel.

@tfft 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching 🩴

@flightofancy1 10 ай бұрын

Great review. The brand really takes pride in maintaining their properties, even the old(ish) one in uluwatu is pretty outstanding for its age, and the service in the Bali properties is actually somewhat different from the Alila in KL, sad to say. Also love how you try and contain your excitement for how good the property is :)

@tfft 10 ай бұрын

Agree about the condition and I appreciate that they use materials that are made to last more than just a few years like many new hotels are doing now. Thanks for watching 🩴

@vinsensiusjehamin11 9 ай бұрын

I'm very proud because I used to work at Alila hotel, even now I'm working in Labuan Bajo, love you.❤❤❤

@tfft 9 ай бұрын

Thanks very much 🙏🏻

@charliebrown5 10 ай бұрын

Thank You ✈️

@tfft 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching 🩴

@baliwalknshops1517 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing

@tfft 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching 🩴

@iphoukwani 7 күн бұрын

lol I'm guilty of being a patron of Potato Head my last visit lol The food was really good there though! Even more reason to stay at the Alila next door now but on the other side lol

@tfft 3 күн бұрын

Thanks for sharing ✈️

@sk45861 9 ай бұрын

Great review, would love to know your review of merusaka nusa dua

@tfft 9 ай бұрын

Thanks very much 🙏🏻

@khAlif34 10 ай бұрын

Love this review. Couldn't agree more that the breakfast buffet at Alila Seminyak is excellent. Only the room was a bit dated and I can see some wear and tear on their furnitures while I stayed there. Anyway, please do One and Only Desaru Coast. Would love to see your review 😅

@tfft 10 ай бұрын

I've heard... less than amazing things about that property. Hard to justify a trip there without many resorts around. Thanks for watching 🩴

@jonsensinaga 10 ай бұрын

Now craving for Alila Uluwatu.

@tfft 10 ай бұрын

Me too... 💰💰💰 haha. Thanks for watching 🩴

@well-blazeredman6187 10 ай бұрын

Great stuff - and I'd consider splurging to stay there. I'll come back for a second viewing of that dessert, once I've Wiki'd 'jackfruit'. Seminyak or Uluwatu? I still think the former - but the convenience of the resort for excursions might be the clincher in my planning. This aspect is something that caught me out in my trip to Thailand.

@tfft 10 ай бұрын

The price difference between the Uluwatu and Seminyak properties is so much that it's kinda like comparing a Park Hyatt to a Holiday Inn... So it's just a matter of do you want 4 nights in Seminyak? or 1 in Uluwatu? lol

@colindavy5554 10 ай бұрын

I staeyd here perhaps 4 or 5 years ago - had a largely great stay in what was an amazing room (a beach or seminyak suite from memory). However the door (one that swings open and closed rather than slides) to one of the bathrooms had no handle on it so you could have to reach around, pull it shut, and quiuckly move your hand out of the way so it didn't get cuaght, and hope that you did so with enough force for it to shut. It was odd. And the staff didn't seem to understand how that was weird. Also, the food at breakfast I thought was exceptionally avergae such that I didn't bother with it after the first day given the great cafes in the area. Other than that it was hard to beat and staff were very friendly. This was before it became part of Hyatt - so perhaps the food has improved since then too. A great review as always!

@tfft 10 ай бұрын

I have to imagine the food has improved since your visit- nothing I had here was anywhere near average. Thanks for watching 🩴

@gilbertnicholas1582 10 ай бұрын

This one looks very nice Hopefully you'll make a video about the Alila Uluwatu soon That resort is also really nice

@tfft 10 ай бұрын

Alila Uluwatu's pricing is as steep as the cliffs that it hangs off of... so... unlikely lol. Thanks for watching 🩴

@gilbertnicholas1582 10 ай бұрын

@tfft It definitely isn't cheap to stay there that's why I used points 😁

@SinnoraiLife 2 ай бұрын

I'm glad I stayed at Alila. W would have been way too party-friendly. Alila is the perfect mix of being family-friendly yet trendy without the fussiness you mentioned. Several years ago, I remembered seeing the Alila beach roped off from non-guests, so I thought it was quite "exclusive" back then.

@tfft Ай бұрын

I hate the word "chill" but this Alila really is the definition of it in every way. Fantastic resort!

@youtubetokyo8977 10 ай бұрын

Exquisite ❤

@tfft 10 ай бұрын

Thanks very much 🙏🏻

@youtubetokyo8977 10 ай бұрын

@@tfft ❤️❤️❤️❤️

@adamjones4730 10 ай бұрын

The beach club your first room looked over was Mrs Sippy, not Potato Head. I’ve actually stayed at Alila in the rooms backing onto the actual Potato Head, and never heard a thing. Potato Head, having a (stunning) hotel itself goes to great lengths to contain its music. I really do encourage you to stay at Potato Head Suites or the smaller Studios - the stunning architecture, amazing food, spectacular location is actually my pick over Alila Seminyak

@tfft 10 ай бұрын

Someone else pointed it out, thanks for that. I suppose when I was in Bali (the time when I made up my mind about that being Potato Head) I suppose Google Maps may have been influenced by Potato Head's ads or something. Either way, I've added a note about it in the description. Thanks for watching 🩴

@currylaksa 10 ай бұрын

wow, you are back in bali already, always love your review. I stayed in this hotel before covid. Checked in time took me 3 hrs as the room was not ready. The room was a bit dirty, with few ants crawling on the bathroom wall. The only thing i love was the beach as it has perfect wave to surf. the noise from beach club at night also annoying

@tfft 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing ✈️

@plasmaturkey48 10 ай бұрын

Damn the food looks insanely good 😋

@tfft 10 ай бұрын

It certainly was! Thanks for watching 🩴

@kevboynet 3 ай бұрын

That dessert, sticky rice, and jackfruit: I'm conjuring images of you on a kline a la Hedonismbot from Futurama.

@tfft 3 ай бұрын

Me: Chilling on Level 18 This comment: Coming in hot on Level 78

@lameowizard 10 ай бұрын

This is my favourite Hyatt Bali property, second only to the Alila Villas Uluwatu

@tfft 10 ай бұрын

They've got some good ones on the island... the only thing I think they're missing is perhaps a Park Hyatt Uluwatu (or Nusa Dua). Thanks for watching 🩴

@doublesidedtape1000 10 ай бұрын

Between this place, and the Ubud and Uluwatu properties, I'm thinking I'll have to start planning a trip to Bali (though not soon, next one in the works is a Switzerland/Egypt/Thailand trip for early 2025).

@tfft 10 ай бұрын

By that time there will also be quite a few new properties on the island as well! You'll have loads to pick from. Enjoy your trip 🗺️

@ariosart3662 6 ай бұрын

2012 this hotel was built and I was part of it.😊😊

@tfft 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing ✈️

@gosikh 9 ай бұрын

I usually stay at Hyatt Regency but will have to try Alila next time.

@tfft 9 ай бұрын

Enjoy your trip 🗺️

@Beniell-Khoshaba 4 ай бұрын

I have stayed at the Renaissance, W, and Courtyard, this is definitely up there.

@tfft 4 ай бұрын

Someone loves Marriott haha.

@Beniell-Khoshaba 2 ай бұрын

@@tfftI’m in aLiLa right now actually😂

@rizkyazwany 4 ай бұрын

Great review! Can non-guest access to see pool no 3 like seeing pool no 1?

@tfft 4 ай бұрын

I don't know about that- you'd need to contact the hotel. Thanks for watching 🩴

@rizkyazwany 4 ай бұрын

@@tfft oh I see, because I saw that you could just walk into pool 1 as its seems to just be an open access, so I thought it may also be the case for pool 3 😅 thank you btw!

@user-gl9is9jm9q 8 күн бұрын

❤ good living in Seminyak bali Amien 🙏😊

@tfft 3 күн бұрын

Thanks for watching 🩴

@donjohnson4368 9 ай бұрын

What time of the year did you visit. Might be interesting to include the best and worst times to visit… great work again 🇬🇧

@tfft 9 ай бұрын

The time of year I visited is always in the opening graphic (Spring 2023) and the best times of year to visit are in the FAQ graphic (varies…). Thanks for watching 🩴

@guptavipul15s 2 ай бұрын

Hi Kevin, can you also review Mandapa Ubud, Raffles Jimbaran and The Stones Legian

@tfft 2 ай бұрын

I generally prefer resorts under $600, so those aren’t on my lists at the moment.

@guptavipul15s 2 ай бұрын

@tfft sure. We are also planning to visit The Stones Legian for approx 6 nights. Your inputs will be valuable if you visit that property before September as we are traveling 8th Sep onwards.

@shrjun 10 ай бұрын

Would u rate this hotel experience higher than the Belmond at Jimbaran ..I already have a tentative booking in Dec for Jimbaran puri ( based on your video ❤). Just looking for quiet time and a nice beach/ pool . 8 year old in tow. Thanks 👍

@tfft 10 ай бұрын

They are very different vibes. Depends if you want classic Bali or modern Bali, really. Thanks for watching 🩴

@kassio68 10 ай бұрын

Fun fact about the Alila Seminyak: The hotel is built where earlier the gay beach was located. So when construction of the hotel began, there was a lot of disappointment and anger in the gay community to have lost this beautiful spot on Seminyak beach. But for the grand opening night in 2015, the management did great efforts to invite each and everyone from the vast gay community in Bali. I remember that I felt as if being at the gay beach again at the opening party.... so finally I think everyone is proud now that Alila built such an extraordinary good hotel at this beautiful spot.

@tfft 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing that. While I'm sure there are still some that wish it was never built, being a part of the community myself, I'd say an Alila is just about the most LGBTQ+ friendly large chain you could get on the island. Thanks for watching 🩴

@russellgray1426 10 ай бұрын

❤️

@tfft 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching 🩴

@maitreyabhattacharya 10 ай бұрын

I will be staying at the Park Hyatt Bali for 5 days this November. Is it good?

@tfft 10 ай бұрын

There is no Park Hyatt in Bali... so, I'm gonna go with a "no" lol. Thanks for watching 🩴

@travelbliss5148 10 ай бұрын

It’s either Grand Hyatt Nusa Dua or Hyatt Regency Sanur. Grand Hyatt is a huge property in prime Nusa Dua but it is 30 years old hotel.

@maitreyabhattacharya 10 ай бұрын

@@travelbliss5148 Yrs, I will stay at the Grand Hyatt. I accidently wrote Park Hyatt

@simondunster2284 10 ай бұрын

There are 5 pools if you include the Studio at Alila.

@tfft 10 ай бұрын

Fair enough! Thanks for watching 🩴

@mikefellbach6841 10 ай бұрын

Sorry but the card was not hand written. The dead giveaway is that the letters are not connected. It is a font that looks lkie handwriting, thus you believed it was handwritten (when in fact it was printed on a printer).

@tfft 10 ай бұрын

As someone else mentioned though, it seems it was more than just a printer- they mentioned a calligraphy machine that writes with something like an actual "pen"...in person, I can see slight variation in pressure from letter to letter. Thanks for watching 🩴

@vivitow873 10 ай бұрын

Alila jakarta not so much tho…. nice review!!

@tfft 10 ай бұрын

Good to know! Thanks for watching 🩴

@mikeykeyes 7 ай бұрын

Considering in Australia they charge the same money as this hotel for a meagre hotel with nothing with it this is a steal because to fly to Bali would cost peanuts! We booked a boutique hotel in Sydney, 3 star costing $179 per night with shared bathroom! With ensuite it is $279/night Australian. This hotel comes out to be $300 AUD based on the price you paid

@tfft 7 ай бұрын

I have hotel stays booked in Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide and Darwin and none of the (nice) hotels I'm staying at come near $300AUD haha. Must be seasonal! Thanks for watching 🩴

@hamzahbogary8392 23 күн бұрын

Tennis courts???

@tfft 17 күн бұрын

🤔

@youtubetokyo8977 10 ай бұрын

Seminyak kind a guy 😂

@tfft 10 ай бұрын

True tho 😂

@youtubetokyo8977 10 ай бұрын

@@tfft what is the difference between seminyak guy and Ubud guy's 🤣🤣🤣

@user-rs3ps5gh1p 6 ай бұрын

we are quite disappointed at the Alila. stayed here after a stay at the nearby W. While the hard product of the Alila is better--great pools, nice modern rooms and the in-room amenities were all nice touch. But, and it's a big but, the soft product is not up to par. The staff's engagement is random at best, during check in, no explanation about the resort layout amenities etc. the food itself was the biggest disappointment of all, for us. there were very few local food on offer, and the qualities were not consistent. I get the fact that why resorts like this around here (same as at W) offered mostly western food. but the Alila had even less than W, and not quite as good. The breakfast offering was not great neither, while the fruit section were better. the service in general was just not up to par for a 5-star resort

@tfft 6 ай бұрын

Shocking to hear this about this property. I've heard mixed reviews about the Alila Manggis but rarely a bad word about any of the others on the island. Thanks for sharing ✈️

@tidusfantasy 10 ай бұрын

U gave too high of a score for this one lol... I stayed here before, and CS was great, and food was good too, but the hotel itself i dont find it that gorgeous looking... U stayed in St regis before? Or even W, they look much nicer to me, albeit, probably not the kinda crowded u like lol... But the pools in W were amazing... I dont find this alila particularly visually stunning though... But CS is great like u said

@tfft 10 ай бұрын

Keep in mind my scores are relative to price. The W is double the price of the Alila and the St. Regis, triple. And yes, I’ve stayed at the St. Regis before, it’s a very very different experience and class of hotel all together lol, hard to compare.

@tidusfantasy 10 ай бұрын

@@tfft ok fair point! They r indeed quite ex lol

@blazek7864 10 ай бұрын

I’ve visited and honestly I have to say I found it a bit boring, cold and lacking in character - even the Indigo in Seminyak was more interesting.

@tfft 10 ай бұрын

To each their own. Thanks for watching 🩴

@blazek7864 10 ай бұрын

Love your videos

@bali-days 10 ай бұрын

Lovely place but I think you made it look a little boring with no people anywhere! It looked so empty that it makes me not want to go there. My brother & his wife, niece & her husband were there this week & said it was packed. It would look better if there were a few people around I think!

@tfft 10 ай бұрын

I understand, but I reckon if you were here vacationing you wouldn’t be too happy if there was a guy constantly walking around recording you and your family. That’s why it’s always my policy to exclude guests as much as practically possible and film during off peak times. If I’m disturbing a guest on vacation, then I’m literally defeating the entire purpose of publishing these videos. Thanks for watching 🩴

@mg7919 Ай бұрын

Stayed here expecting a lot after this review but was left very disappointed. Hotel is rather dated and my wife and I received food poising from sea salt on two separate occasions

@tfft 29 күн бұрын

Agree to disagree! I saw nothing dated about it while I was there.