Travelers in search of Bali gay vacations will not be disappointed in this destination that offers a variety of historical, spiritual and cultural sites, welcoming residents and a plethora of things to see and do, should consider Bali for their next vacation.

Participating in gay tours or solo gay vacations to Bali allows LGBT travelers to experience all that Bali has to offer, including temples, pristine beaches, beautiful rice fields, excellent cuisine, volcanoes, world-class shopping and even LGBT scenes in some major cities. From upscale hotels and trendy boutiques, to rural villages with old-world buildings and artisan handicrafts, Bali is an intriguing, diverse island nation just waiting to be explored.

Seminyak, Legian and Kuta have a good selection of bars, clubs, restaurants and spas from which to choose, offering plenty of nighttime entertainment for LGBT travelers in search of a night on the town. There are several clubs that offer drag shows, the most popular being the Hulu Caf in Legian where internationally-known drag performers take to the stage six nights per week.

When on gay vacations to Bali, travelers also often indulge in a day at at least one of Bali's popular garden or beachfront spa and eatery establishments. The two most visited options are Bonita's and Callego Caf & Spa, each of which is located in Seminyak and offers drinks, food, spa services and massage.

Callego Caf & Spa is a well-known community hangout and is located directly on Petitenget Beach, which is also popular with the community. A cruisy wooded area is located nearby, as is La Lucciola, an Italian restaurant that offers a bit more upscale dining experience with fabulous ocean views and an all-male staff.

Folks choose Bali as a gay travel destination for a number of reasons, the most common being to partake in a spiritual journey or to experience the community while exploring this beautiful Indonesian country. Regardless of your overall goals for your trip, one of the best ways to ensure an excellent travel experience is to partake in gay tours to Bali.

By taking part in a well-organized gay tours, you will be able to focus on your overall goals or intention for the trip, ensure that you do not miss out on some of Bali's most important historical and cultural sites - as well as hidden treasures, and avoid dealing with having to plan the logistical aspects of your vacation. Bali tours organized by travel professionals with experience organizing gay vacation are the best way to take in all that Bali has to offer, make new friends and create lifelong memories.

The author, Howie Holben, has traveled the world for over 30 years. He owns and runs Spirit Journeys, a spiritually based gay travel group. Spirit Journeys has offered gay Bali holidays and gay holidays in Bali since 1992.