Swimwear, Ocean Lifestyle & Bali Journal

The water is warm year-round, many reefs are easily accessible, and there's an incredible variety of snorkelling locations suitable for complete beginners through to experienced ocean lovers.

The ocean has a way of stripping everything back. It quietens the noise, teaches patience, and reminds you that progress isn't measured by perfection. It's measured by showing up, again and again.  For thousands of women every year, Bali becomes the place where that journey begins.

If you're choosing swimwear for long days in strong sun, , whether that's a Bali beach trip, an Australian summer,understanding what UPF 50+ actually measures helps you know what you're getting, and what it can't do.

One of the things that makes Bali such an incredible snorkelling destination is the variety. Whether you're travelling with young children, looking for your first underwater adventure, or hoping to swim alongside manta rays, there's a location to suit every level of confidence.

Rash guards, long sleeve swimsuits and crop rashguards all promise sun protection - but they're not interchangeable, and picking the wrong one for your day means either overheating on the walk to the beach or reapplying sunscreen every twenty minutes while you're meant to be watching the kids.

Many travellers imagine snorkelling as a quick swim from the beach. In Bali, it's often much more than that.  A typical snorkelling day might begin with an early morning boat ride before visiting several reefs across different islands.

There comes a point in every Bali trip where you start to feel it - the pull to go further.  Beyond the cafés, beyond the beach clubs, beyond the familiar rhythm of Canggu and Uluwatu. Indonesia is made up of over 17,000 islands, and while Bali is the gateway, it’s only the beginning.

Finding the perfect one piece swimsuit can feel surprisingly difficult.  

The truth is, a flattering one piece swimsuit isn't about changing your body. It's about finding a swimsuit designed to work with your body.

Travelling as a woman is powerful.  You see more. You feel more. You connect more deeply with the places you visit.  But it also comes with a layer of awareness - especially when it comes to how you dress.

There’s nothing worse than finally getting into the water - only to realise your swimwear isn’t working with you.  You duck dive once and your top shifts. You stand up and adjust your bottoms. You paddle out and suddenly all your focus is on what your swimsuit is doing instead of what you came there for.  It’s frustrating. And it’s completely avoidable.

There’s a moment in freediving that’s hard to explain until you’ve felt it.You take a breath. You let go. And as you slip beneath the surface, everything quiets.  No noise. No pressure. No expectations.  Just you, your body, and the ocean.

There’s a moment when you realise your bikini is the problem.Not the beach. Not your body. Not the way you feel. The constant adjusting. The digging straps. The tight seams that leave marks by the end of the day.And once you notice it, you can’t unfeel it.

There’s something deeply transformative about travelling through Indonesia as a woman. It’s not just the landscapes - the lush jungles, volcanic coastlines, and endless ocean - it’s the culture. The quiet rituals. The offerings placed gently on the ground each morning.

If you’ve ever stood in front of your suitcase before a beach trip wondering whether to pack bikinis, a one piece, or both - you’re not alone.  It’s one of the most common questions we get in-store in Bali:

When you spend long hours in the sun - whether surfing, swimming, or simply being by the water - sun protection becomes essential.  But sunscreen alone isn’t always enough.

Sustainable swimwear is everywhere right now.  But not all “eco-friendly” swimwear is created equal.  Because true sustainability isn’t just about what a swimsuit is made from - it’s about how long it lasts, how it performs, and how often you actually wear it.

Finding a swimsuit that truly flatters your body can feel harder than it should be.  Too often, swimwear either looks good on the hanger or feels functional in the water - but rarely both.  The best swimsuits do more than just fit.

If you’ve ever paddled out in a swimsuit that shifted, slipped, or needed constant adjusting, you’ll know: What you wear matters.  The right swimwear doesn’t just look good - it stays in place, supports your body, and allows you to focus on the waves instead of your outfit.

When it comes to choosing swimwear for long days in the sun, colour matters more than most people realise.  Dark fabrics absorb more UV radiation, while lighter colours tend to reflect it.