Bali: The Ultimate Guide (Revised Edition, Pull-Out Map)
Edition: Bali: The Ultimate Guide is a revised English-language travel guide covering Bali and the neighbouring Gili Islands. It combines cultural and destination information with practical travel sections and a pull-out Bali map, making it a substantial reference for planning and getting around.
At a glance
- Covers Bali and neighbouring Gili Islands, including lesser-known destinations such as Sideman and Nusa Penida.
- Combines destination descriptions with material on Balinese history and culture, sights, maps and photos.
- The reference section includes travel and etiquette tips, transport notes, a language primer and glossary.
- Includes a pull-out map of Bali.
Reference price: $34.99
Price checked: 13 Nov 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Pull-out map and transport notes offer practical help for route planning and getting around.
- The blend of cultural context and detailed locality coverage can suit longer trips or repeat visits.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Publisher | Tuttle Publishing |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 1 October 2018 |
| Edition | Revised |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 352 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 0804846405 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0804846400 |
| Weight listed | 454 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 13 x 2.03 x 20.32 cm |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Travellers wanting a detailed printed reference to Bali’s sights, localities and culture.
- Long-stay visitors and return travellers who may benefit from broader destination coverage and practical reference material.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a confirmed newly published guide, since the listed edition dates to 2018.
- Travellers who prefer a compact, city-only guide rather than coverage extending to the Gili Islands.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback describes the guide as comprehensive and well organised, with useful maps, detailed locality information and practical travel utility. That reported emphasis fits the book’s listed maps and reference material, particularly for longer visits or return trips. Aggregate ratings lean positive, though ratings alone do not explain individual experiences.
Positive themes
- Customers describe the content as comprehensive and informative.
- Customers report that the maps and locality detail are useful.
- Feedback highlights travel utility, including for long trips or return visits.
Frequently asked questions
Does the book include a map?
Yes. The listing describes a pull-out map of Bali.
What areas does this guide cover?
It covers Bali and neighbouring Gili Islands, with destinations including Sideman and Nusa Penida mentioned in the listing.
What practical travel information is included?
The listed reference section includes travel and etiquette tips, transport notes, a language primer and a glossary.
Is this a current edition?
The listing identifies it as a revised edition published on 1 October 2018. It does not establish that its travel details have been updated since then.
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