My itinerary included visits to some of Bali's most Instagram-famous spots: Ubud's lush rice terraces, the iconic Tanah Lot Temple, and the Gate of Heaven. From what I saw online, these places seemed ...

Ubud's lush rice terraces, the iconic Tanah Lot Temple, and the Gate of Heaven. From what I saw online, these places seemed to promise serenity, beauty, and the postcard-worthy memories I wanted.