My picks of the best of Bali

Good food and great atmosphere at Alley Cats

Best bar in Kuta for cheap drinks: Alley Cats

Located just off Poppies 2, Alley Cats Restaurant could be considered the backpacker hub of Bali and the best place in Kuta to get a party started.

Any night will see this pub/restaurant pumping with punters from seven o'clock onwards. And there are reasons for this. The food is cheap and good. The atmosphere is young, alive and party-frenzied. And the drinks, including cocktails, are inexpensive.

Alley Cats restaurant is a must visit for the younger party set seeking to blast the Bali night away.

Best Nightclub in Bali: Sky Garden

Without a doubt this honour goes to, Sixty One Legian or as it was formally known, Sky Garden.

Touted as a Super Complex this nightclub has to be experienced to be believed. Sky Garden is a world-class venue that boasts quality music, headlining D.J.s and chic acts and dancers every night.  A night out at Sky Garden could be termed a happening experience.

Sky Garden is definitely the in-crowd nightclub of Bali.

Best meeting place in Bali: Kuta Beach

Hit Kuta beach. Surf, sun, sex and sunsets over a cold Bintang Beer, need I say more?

There is no better place to meet up with new friends or to catch up with old ones than Kuta Beach in the late afternoon.

Little tip: Find Roy's Esky located directly opposite Poppies Two, left side of the toilets facing the ocean. And tell him Malcolm Scott sent you. Then tell him he owes me a free beer for the plug.

Surf and sun at Kuta Beach

Best Steak in Bali: The Kuta Steakhouse

If you're craving a taste of home go to the Kuta steakhouse. You will not be disappointed by the friendly staff and the well-priced and top-quality food. The Kuta Steakhouse is located on the road that connects Poppies 1 and 2.

©Malcolm Scott