The Westin Resort and Spa

We had decided at this halfway point of the trip, some R&R recharging would be needed and picked the. Westin Ubud to cash in some of Doug's hard earned Marriott points. This was luxurious and we loved the extensive breakfast buffet every day which featured a lot of Balinese cuisine to try, the sambals were interesting (sauces, use of coconut, rice and chilis predominate). The room was large and elegantly furnished; a bit humid but otherwise a perfect treat! We enjoyed the view to the infinity pool overlooking a ravine and jungle setting; very spectacular. Mosquitos rarely just around dusk.

We spent our first day catching up on the computer, talking to family by WhatsApp and Nancy had booked the Ubud Bird Walk the next day. It turned out that the establishment where we meet for the walk also had accommodation and a well rated spa that sterilized its instruments....we were both in need of a "tune up" at this mid way point so she sorted out the details and got us booked in.Read more