We left Ubud for an overnight stay at Kuta before I flew home from Denpassar Airport. We had two full days to explore Kuta and marvel at the hubbub.

"Kuta is like a young horse kicking out in all directions, says a restauranteur. It's like a comic book, says a cynical resident - colourful, silly, two-dimensional, and with out depth. It's a blot on the face of Bali, says a visitor. It's fun says another, entranced with its offerings. You love it or hate it, says a third..."

"In Praise of Kuta" - Hugh Mabbett