Is Kuta, Bali a good base for a couple over 50, and where can you swim nearby?

Kuta Beach is described as more suitable for surfing than calm swimming. Plan trips toward Uluwatu for a swim, while Kuta itself is a good place for sunsets and an evening atmosphere.

Kuta can work well on a tighter budget: massages were reported from about IDR 60,000 per hour. The area also has a bar-and-beer scene, with Legian Street nearby.

Take extra care when walking around Kuta, as motorbikes may move unpredictably. Beaches can have a pronounced morning low tide, though waves may be smaller then; supermarket food prices can vary by two to three times.