Bali Was Named The World's Best Island And Destination Of 2007

The Travel and Leisure Magazine, published by American Express Publishing Corporation with a circulation of one million, has voted Bali as the best Island of 2007. Bali has been awarded the same title for 6 times in a row.

Following is a list of 10 of the awards which were presented at a ceremony in New York on July 23 2007:

Best city - Florence


Best hotel - Oberoi Udaivilas, Udaipur, India


Best island - Bali, Indonesia


Best large-ship cruise line - Crystal Cruises


Best small-ship cruise line - SeaDream Yacht Club


Best tour operator/safari outfitter - Micato Safaris


Best domestic airline - Midwest Airlines


Best international airline - Singapore Airlines

Another significant title Bali received comes from is SmartTravelAsia.com It chose Bali as the Best Holiday Destination of 2007, holding this Title since 2006. In their contribution SmartTravelAsia.com said spot - at the top and far - shows that the integrity and authenticity can attract visitor votes and dollars. Neon Bali "This is a reassuring message in an age of instantly bottled and mass produced in destinations where crocodile shows push everything else off the stage."

Other tourist sites in Bali have classified the list at the top of the window. Holding the rank for 2006Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay ranked as the second best Asian Resort. Four Seasons offers elegant villas, some of them with private pools, spa treatments and panoramic views. The Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay is also voted as the fourth best Spa Hotel.

The third position is the atmospheric yet understated and faithfully traditional Amandari, Bali. Towering above Ubud's Ayung River gorge, the resort's private villa compounds wander down manicured green acres past a cliff-edge emerald pool towards the sacred waters of the river below. It is a serene hideaway that has been emulated the world over. Amandari was ranked first in 2006.

The fourth rank is hold by The Legian Bali in the Seminyak area. This hotel-style getaway has been popular with honeymooners and romantics. The Legian was ranked 11th in 2006 and is one of the fastest upward movers in our poll.

All these luxuries, which are ranked in the top lists of the world, mean that Bali is really the destination of choice for all of us who want to experience something different and want to be pampered during our vacation. But Bali also has a range of simple and cheap, yet good accommodations; if you want more luxury, it's just around the corner!