Mary Murphy Travel

05/27/2025

Last stop in Bali ~ Bulgari Resort 💫
Wow. Just… wow.

Every corner I explored here took my breath away. Ending this trip exactly how one should: on the highest note 💎

My private butler, Rizky, made me feel like absolute royalty 👑
And true to Bulgari form, our welcome drinks were served by a stunning Italian gentleman.

Luxury, charm, and unforgettable moments.
Perfection!

05/26/2025

The Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay isn’t just a place to stay — it’s a sanctuary for the soul 🌿🌊✨

From an Ocean Blessing Ceremony with Resort Priest Ajik Ngurah 🙏
to Chakradarshan yoga at Nirvana Shanti Yoga Bale 🧘‍♀️
every moment felt sacred.

Just a short hop away, I soared above the Nusa Islands by helicopter 🚁
and caught a breathtaking glimpse of Devil’s Tears crashing into the cliffs below 🌋💦

05/25/2025

Exploring Bali’s Heart 🌿

🛕 Time-traveled at the Royal Temple of Mengwi (built in 1634), where towering Meru shrines and intricately carved gates whisper centuries of history.

🔥 From sacred to savory — we stepped into a traditional Balinese kitchen for a cooking class. Think wood-fired ovens, garden views & laughter!

🚲 Wrapped up the day cruising Jatiluwih’s emerald rice terraces on e-bikes — fresh air, sweeping views, and a whole lot of joy.

05/24/2025

Soori Bali 🌿🌊
Tucked between the ocean and rice paddies, Soori Bali is where serenity meets understated luxury. Step into the open-air lobby and you’re met with the soothing sound of fountains and an endless ocean view.

✨ 48 villas, each with a private pool and crafted from local materials — offering sweeping views of the ocean, mountains, or rice fields.

💎🤍 For those seeking the essence of Bali — relaxed, refined, and unforgettable!

05/23/2025

Let’s do this! A full day of movement, magic, and million-dollar views 🏔☀️

🚙 Rise and ride! Sunrise Volcano Jeep tour to catch breathtaking views of Mount Batur, Mount Agung, Mount Abang, Mount Rinjani, the Indian Ocean, Lake Batur, and the dramatic Batur Caldera — all from one epic viewpoint 🌋✨

👣 Then it’s 450 stone steps down (then back up again!) deep into the jungle of Ubud…
💦 Destination: a serene water garden with crystal-clear mineral pools. With time for lunch, lounging, and letting nature do the healing 🌿🌞

05/22/2025

Feeling heavy?
Ready to release negative energy, emotional baggage, and old karma?

ME TOO! 🙋‍♀️

🛕 Pura Mengening — a sacred temple in Bali built in 1022 AD — is a sanctuary for spiritual cleansing and renewal.

💦 Here, the traditional Melukat ritual guides you through a powerful purification with offerings, prayers, priestly blessings, and holy water immersion.

✨ It’s more than a ritual — it’s a rebirth of body, mind, and spirit.

Would you say yes to a sacred cleanse?

05/21/2025

Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve captures the magic of Bali and the serenity of true seclusion.
✨ One of the most breathtaking places I’ve ever experienced — no words or photos could ever do it justice.

💎 A hidden paradise where rolling hills, the Ayung River, and lush rice paddies create a setting unlike any other.

🤍 From feeding animals at the kids club to sound therapy, sunset cocktails, unforgettable meals, swimming, and surrendering to the spa — joy is found in the simplest moments.

🛕 Designed as a tribute to a traditional Balinese village, Mandapa is a tropical shrine to the self. Private performances, live music, and ambient lighting across the property elevate every experience.

It’s simply gorgeous — peaceful, soulful, and beyond luxurious. 🌿

05/20/2025

I’m off & running exploring Bali! 🌴✨

💎 Started by blending, experimenting, and layering scents during a custom fragrance session at Republic of Soap. Hoping it reflects my essence… but hey, it smells amazing either way!

👑 Stopped by the Peliatan Palace in Ubud — yes, the royal family still lives there. So regal and full of history.

🐒 Wandered through the Sacred Monkey Forest, where jungle-covered paths twist through ancient temples. Felt like I was on the set of Raiders of the Lost Ark 🎥 — when a curious monkey came up behind me, I almost needed one of his dramatic escapes 😳

Life’s too short to stay still!
🇮🇩

05/19/2025

First stop in Bali 🇮🇩: Potato Head Suites
Wellness is literally everywhere here—and yes, I love the name too!

💎 Mornings start with medicinal jamu tonics and end with sunset cocktail classes 🍸

✨ Melted into a Deep Tissue URUT Massage rooted in ancient Balinese healing—I fully melted!

🧘‍♀️ Sunrise meditation + a full menu of soulful Balinese experiences

🌴🌊 Two palm-lined beachfront pools—Seminyak’s chill oasis. Naturally, I found the shadiest spot!

🍽️ Dinner? Fresh, line-caught seafood—the octopus 🐙 might have changed my life?!

I think I’m going to like it here…

05/17/2025

Is the food delicious in 🇹🇭 Thailand?
Absolutely YES! 🍽️🤍
But it’s more than just the flavor — it’s the artful presentation, the setting, and the views that take it to another level ✨

Fresh, vibrant, and served with a side of paradise 🏝️
Wouldn’t you agree?

05/16/2025

Private paradise, just beyond Koh Samui 🛥️🌴
Escaped the ordinary on a private speedboat to two pristine islands—untouched, exquisite, and impossibly serene.

First, crystal-clear waters and vibrant reefs set the scene for a morning of snorkeling in total tranquility 🤿✨
Then, a secluded stretch of powder-white sand, where it felt like the island belonged to me alone.

No crowds. No rush.
Just the rhythm of the sea 🌊 and the warmth of the sun ☀️ — effortless luxury 🇹🇭

05/15/2025

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