Moving days usually chew through energy. This one gave it back. We wrapped up a calm morning in Ubud, took a last dip at our place, grabbed lunch, and then rolled down to Seminyak. The ride was quick, the fare came in at IDR 350,000, and there were zero dramas in the back seat. That alone is a win.
Our outgoing hosts were brilliant. They offered a late check-out, which meant no clock-watching and no killing hours with bags in a café. We swam, we ate, we packed once everyone was chill. On the other side, our new place said yes to an early check-in, so we walked straight in, dropped the bags, and exhaled. That simple flexibility turned a day that could have been stressy into a smooth glide.
Swapping rice fields for sea breeze
Seminyak is a shift in pace from Ubud’s temples and terraces. Think coastal air, sunset glow, easy cafés, and a beach that comes alive in the late afternoon. It felt like a soft landing rather than a relocation.
Ali has a big day tomorrow climbing in a volcano which boasts the largest sulfuric acid lake in the world (inside a volcano) I think, no more spoilers till tomorrow!
My tip.
Message both hosts the day before. Ask nicely for timing help. Give a simple arrival window so they can plan. Pack swim gear last. Easy to reach for a final dip before you go or a first splash when you arrive.
Say thank you properly. A kind review for flexible hosts pays it forward, For a family move day, this was close to perfect. 🚗🌴🌊
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