The running is equally sublime—right out the door, thanks to the hotel's very own
running track. Nusa Dua, Bali. CREATED FOR WESTIN BY. MAGAZINE. 5-K.
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NUSA DUA, BALI he quintessential tropical paradise, Bali offers lush forests, well-manicured rice paddies, and volcanoes that soar to the clouds. The running is equally sublime—right out the door, thanks to the hotel’s very own running track.
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8-K ROUTE Nusa Dua Beach
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North Gate Traditional Market
1• Run on the path outside the Resort (beach to the left). 2• Go around the left side of the fence and continue on
THE WESTIN RESORT NUSA DUA Convention Center Temple
Main Gate Bali Collection Bali Golf & Country Club JALAN P ANTA I South Gate
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the path; head toward the Grand Hyatt. 3• The path ends; go around lifeguard hut; turn right. Head past the 17th hole of the Bali Golf & Country Club. 4• When you reach road, veer right and stay on the path. 5• Go through 4 roundabouts; always go straight. At the roundabout with The Westin to your right, cross the street and go straight. 6• When you see a sign for Bali International Convention Centre, run into the Convention Centre parking lot through the security post. 7• At end of lot, turn left and go back to the Westin.
8-K ROUTE 1• Follow steps 1-5 above. 2• Don’t turn at the Convention Centre; go straight and
5-K ROUTE Segara Nata Temple
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go through a Balinese Gate. 3• Turn right toward Benoa. 4• Keep going until you see a sign for “Benoa Tirta Harum.” Turn right; run on the trail toward the beach. 5• Turn right on the path; go back to the Westin.
LOCAL RUNNING TIPS LEFT AND RIGHT: The Balinese drive on the left side of the road, so look to the right first whenever you cross the street. A further word of caution: The Balinese sometimes pass on the left—sometimes even on the shoulder—so stay alert when running.
tougher than running on sidewalks or asphalt, however, so always wear your running shoes (for better support), and keep to the flat, hard-packed sand near the water’s edge.
RUN WITH THE LOCALS: When you arrive, contact STAY HYDRATED: Even when you’re slightly dehydrated (the risk of this is high in warm Bali), your running will suffer, so sip from a water bottle often during the day. When running, drink 8 ounces of water or sports drink every 15 to 20 minutes.
HEAD FOR THE BEACH: Given the dangers of the road, consider running on one of Bali’s magnificent white sandy beaches. The soft footing actually makes it
the Balinese Hash House Harriers running club at www.balihhh.com. The web site offers lots of info on running in Bali, plus the club holds all-comer group runs every Saturday (check the site for details and a contact number).
REWARD YOURSELF: The best part about a run in Bali is finishing it. Soothe your tired running muscles in one of the hotel’s two adult pools, each with its own waterfall. Or indulge in a Balinese spa treatment or massage.
DISCLAIMER NOTICE: As a courtesy to our guests the above running/walking course map identifies distances and routes created by using an independent outside mapping source. This map was not created by the Hotel. The identified routes are on City public streets and ways. As the Hotel has no direct or indirect control over public areas we urge you to use common sense for your own safety and security. The Hotel in no way guarantees the safety or condition of the identified routes. Use of this map is at your own risk. Please observe all rules and posted signs and warnings, including traffic signals.
