Off the Beaten Path (2015) : 5x6

Bali lies at the western edge of the Lesser Sunda Islands, between Java and Lombok, in Indonesia. Surrounded by the Java Sea to the north and the Indian Ocean to the south, this tropical island is known for its lush greenery shaped by frequent rainfall. With around 3.5 million residents, Bali is unique in Indonesia for its predominantly Hindu population. The island is defined by rainforest, vibrant rice terraces, and temples built from dark volcanic stone, reflecting its location in one of the world’s most active volcanic regions. Its beauty draws millions of visitors each year, and some choose to stay. Among them are two Slovaks, Danica and Olívia, who met here. Danica has lived on the island for nineteen years, raising a Slovak Balinese son, while Olívia arrived recently and quickly fell in love with the island. Both now work in tourism and know Bali inside out.