Who Wants a Free $2500 Stay in Bali?

by Gary Leff

Bali is one of my favorite relaxing places in the world. I go to the Maldives often, but it can be tough to get to and tough to get awards to. When folks come to me looking for French Polynesia and can’t find awards I’ll often suggest Bali.

It’s an interesting place with good food, cultural activities, and some of the world’s friendliest people. And there’s fantastic luxury accommodations available at reasonable prices for those spending US dollars.

Viceroy Bali is a family-owned resort with just 25 private pool villas. It’s in the artistic region of Ubud, so a nice departure from the more sterile Nusa Dua area of Westernized resorts. It’s a TripAdvisor 5-star and 2016 Travelers Choice award winner. I’ve seen very few properties with reviews this good. In fact, It’s TripAdvisor’s #11 of top 25 luxury hotels in the world.

And I’m going to give away a couple of nights there, with some fantastic inclusions, thanks to Luxury Travel Diary.

Luxury Travel Diary is a high-end travel blog with great reviews based in the UK that has a bunch of travel auctions with real bargains.

As I’ve said before, folks who already know about these auctions don’t like this added attention, because there don’t seem to be enough bidders relative to the value of the offerings and some of these items go way too cheap.


Seriously, a hotel night in the Maldives for an auction ending in about 8 hours going for 28 British pounds as of this writing…

Luxury Travel Diary wanted to highlight some of their deals, and offered to help organize a giveaway of a 2 night hotel stay at the Viceroy in Bali.

What’s included?

  • 2 night stay in a Garden Villa for 2 people
  • Roundtrip airport transfers
  • Daily breakfast
  • One candlelit dinner for 2
  • One couples spa treatment for 2

The hotel lists the value at $2500. It’s being given away by the hotel and Luxury Travel Diary, I’m just helping to highlight it and randomly select the winner. The stay can be taken through July 14, 2017 with July 15-30 and December 20-January 6 excluded.

To enter: leave a comment on this post with your favorite item up for auction at Luxury Travel Diary, or why you would choose to stay at Viceroy Bali. You may enter two times if you wish and answer those two questions one time each in separate comments.

Contest deadline and drawing winner: Entries close Friday, March 4 at Noon eastern. I will draw winner with the assistance of random.org.

The fine print: Advance booking is required and it’s subject to availability. Terms and conditions apply.

For avoidance of doubt, I have no affiliation with Luxury Travel Diary or Viceroy Bali. I am not getting anything in exchange for running this giveaway other than an opportunity to share the place with readers.

I will put the winner in touch with the hotel for booking. They are solely responsible for providing prize to winner. All decisions made in the course of running this giveaway are final and unappealable and your entry signifies your acceptance. The goal here is to make readers aware of a pretty cool auction opportunity, and to give away a stay. So please don’t make it hard on me for doing so!

You probably won’t fly to Bali and back for a 2 night stay, though you might add onto it and do other things in the region and it’s a great opportunity to spend American AAdvantage miles at just 55,000 miles each way in business class or 67,500 in first class before the March 22 devaluation.

About Gary Leff

Gary Leff is one of the foremost experts in the field of miles, points, and frequent business travel - a topic he has covered since 2002. Co-founder of frequent flyer community InsideFlyer.com, emcee of the Freddie Awards, and named one of the "World's Top Travel Experts" by Conde' Nast Traveler (2010-Present) Gary has been a guest on most major news media, profiled in several top print publications, and published broadly on the topic of consumer loyalty. More About Gary »

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  1. I would stay at the Viceroy to enjoy Ubud, its beautiful rice fields, artistic atmosphere and good food again. Two nights would just work great for me.

  4. would be great to stay at Viceroy Bali, weather in Bali is usually very good and is a very relaxing location

  5. My wife and I visited Bali for our honeymoon, and absolutely fell in love! We would love to visit the Viceroy bali because Ubud is SO cool, and so relaxing. Thanks Gary!

  7. My favorite item in LuxuryTravelDiary is “Overnight Stay At Diamonds Thudufushi Resort In The Maldives” (31 pounds?!)

  10. Headed to Bali in November and would love to stay at the Viceroy Bali for some relaxation. Thanks Gary.

  12. What a fabulous way to book hotels, I am so excited to find out about this website! I would love to stay at Tugu Lombok in Indonesia, this is a part of the world I have yet to explore.

  13. I want to win the acution of 2 Nights At Argentario Golf Resort & Spa, Tuscany, as my wife and I have a one year anniversary trip to Tuscany coming up in May!

  15. My wife and I would love to stay at the Viceroy Bali to celebrate our wedding anniversary. It is great that it is located in the cultural heart of Bali, near the rice terraces and the monkey forest!

  18. My favorite item has to be the 5 Nights Half Board at Reethi Beach Resort in the Maldives that is currently going for ~$125/night.

  19. All you have to do is look at the pictures of the Viceroy Bali to know why I would choose to stay there.

  22. I have been dying to do to Ubud, Bali, and the Viceroy looks like an amazing place to stay when you get there!

  23. My favourite item up for auction is the 2 nights stay at the Grand Hyatt Singapore. Hyatt fan for life.

  24. I do have a MR to CGK at the end of March. Will stay in Bali for two nights. Would be great to stay at Viceroy Bali.

  25. Hello there!
    From auctions I would go for 3 NIGHTS AT HOTEL TUGU LOMBOK, INDONESIA!
    and why here Viceroy ? Answer for both is simple – already booked my dream holiday with my friend in Bali (Sept. 2016) and this will be the last lazy time just before my one-year-stay in New Zealand! Cheers

  26. During my previous trips to Bali, I have drove past the Viceroy Bali a couple of times and it looks so amazing on the outside, i wonder how it will look like on the inside.

  27. I’m liking the auction for the William hotel in NYC because it’s going for a great price right now.

  28. I would love to stay at the Viceroy Bali as part of a larger trip to Bali. I would use the Viceroy as a nice place for R&R in between shopping trips.

  30. The Viceroy justlooks like an amazing spot to completely relax at. My fave item so far is the Masters of Mayfair sleep mask. I was fortunate to “win” one from a Luxury Travel auction recently held.

  31. I would love to stay at the Viceroy in Bali! Would be a fantastic addition to a trip that I have coming up. It’s a great area of Bali to be in to get away from the hustle and bustle of the south side of the island.

  33. I would stay at the Viceroy bc I’m headed to Bali this fall and I want to visit the monkey forest in Ubud, which is where the Viceroy is located.

  35. I’d stay at the Viceroy Bali to enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of Bali’s rice fields and relax!

  36. I would love to take my beautiful wife to Viceroy Bali and enjoy the peacefulness and tranquility. We have never been to Bali and would love to take one last trip before starting a family!

  37. Bali is a favorite destination for my wife and I, and we would love to visit again before the devaaluation jacks up the CX F prices!

  38. Would love to visit the Viceroy because I’m already heading to Bali this summer and it’s in such a beautiful location!

  45. The Viceroy would be lovely. The grounds look fantastic and it would fit in perfectly with a SE Asia trip we have booked for this September!

  46. Among the current auctions, I would definitely choose the “7 night Croatian Adriatic sailing cruise with A2A Yachting” (http://www.luxurytraveldiary.com/auction/?ult_auc_id=19581). My fiance grew up sailing, and I’ve always hoped to be able to treat her to a sailing trip in Europe. Also, I’ve not been to Croatia, but have heard amazing things about it, and would love the opportunity to check it out in such style, and at a discount!

  49. I was intrigued by the “3 Luxury Nights By The Beach In Tropea, Italy” offering on Luxury Travel Diary.

    I am ALWAYS intrigued by Italy 🙂

  51. Would love to stay at the Viceroy Bali to enjoy all the luxuries which the resort can offer, and in a magical, mystical place like Bali no less!

  52. I would stay at the Viceroy Bali because I LOVE the idea of a private pool villa. It would take me back to my trip to Koh Samui to stay at the Conrad there.

  53. My favorite item up for auction would be the 2 nights at Grant Hyatt in Singapore since that is a destination we will be going to shortly.

  54. Would love to visit Viceroy Bali. The place looks awesome & I have heard & read wonderful things about Bali. Also I will be in Hong Kong early April so this would be a perfect few day getaway to relax & enjoy Bali. Thanks for the giveaway & look forward to enjoying Viceroy Bali.

  57. I would absolutely love to stay at the Viceroy Bali as part of my honeymoon, which will be happening within the next year or so. I have several friends/family members who have visited Bali and raved about how beautiful and relaxing it is. To be able to stay in such amazing accommodations would put an already amazing experience right over the top!

  58. Favorite item: 5 Nights At Avantgarde Yalikavak, Bodrum, Turkey. Because I’ll be there this summer.

  59. Would love the “5 Nights Half Board At Reethi Beach Resort, Maldives” but anything else would be great too!

  60. I would love to stay at the Viceroy because last year I briefly had the chance to visit Ubud and got a glimpse of how amazing it is. I would love to go back, and to stay at the Viceroy would make such a trip even more amazing!

  62. It’s a gloomy morning here and I would just love staying at the viceroy in the sun and swimming in that beautiful warm water while enjoying Bali.

  63. The auction for the 3 Suite Nights At Bond Movie “Spectre” Location in Austria sounds intriguing.

  64. Favorite item for auction would be 5 NIGHTS HALF BOARD AT REETHI BEACH RESORT, MALDIVES at Luxury Travel Diary. Wish Maldives was easier to get too.

  65. My favourite auction would be 2 NIGHTS AT GILI LANKANFUSHI LUXURY RESORT IN THE MALDIVES – simply because it’s the Maldives!! Am already dreaming of sun, sand, sea and the crystal clear waters of the Atoll…

  67. I’d love to stay at the Viceroy Bali simply because I love Bali and the resort looks amazing in pictures.
    No doubt it will be a fantastic place!

  68. The 2-night stay at the Grand Hyatt Singapore club room would be perfect. That is an excellent auction item!

  70. My fiancé and I are planning our honeymoon for later this year and we would love to stay at the Viceroy Bali!

  71. the 3 Nights In A Suite At Hotel Tugu In Bali, Indonesia looks like a great complement to this giveaway!

  74. Bali is a wonderful destination and the Viceroy Bali seems lovely. I would like to try it out.

  76. I’ve been saving my AAdvantage miles for a trip to SE Asia, and would love to check out Bali. The Viceroy seems perfect – I’ve never even stayed at a resort before and it looks like a great place to start!

  78. My favorite auction item is the 3 night luxury stay on the beach in Tropea Italy.

    I have a soft spot for Italy and seeing new parts of the country intrigues me.

  83. I would stay in the viceroy in Bali as you can’t get any more luxurious than that. I have never been convinced if it is truly worth the price premium and a couple of nights there might be enough to convince me.

  89. Saya harus memperbaikan bahasa indonesia saya. (I need to improve my Indonesian language abilities)

  90. My favorite item was the ARGENTARIO GOLF RESORT & SPA, TUSCANY. My wife and I want to plan an italy trip and a few nights in tuscany would be perfect.

  93. The luxury travel diary auction for 2 more nights at the viceroy to go along with the ones I will win here.

  94. i stayed at viceroy sugar beach, st. lucia and had a fantastic experience. I’d love to try another viceroy property and bali looks great

  98. I’d love to stay at the Viceroy, which looks beautiful and is in Bali’s cultural heart. Such a great place to come back to after a day of wandering.

  100. I would love to take my beautiful wife to Viceroy Bali and enjoy the peacefulness and tranquility. This would be an amazing trip before starting a family.

  101. I would love to visit the Viceroy because all my other Ubud stays have been with locals in their homes. Time to live it up.

  102. Though it’s been over 25 years, I have wonderful memories and I’d love to return to beautiful Ubud. The people and culture are peaceful, colorful, and unique in Bali. I’d love to stay at the Viceroy Bali and learn to meditate in their beautiful surroundings.

  108. 4 Nights For 8 In A Luxury Beachfront Villa In Thailand for around 500 British pounds sounds like the trip for my family! Pick me!

  109. I’ve always wanted to go there to relax, and my wife and I planned to, but had to cancel because my dad fell ill in the ICU.

  113. My favorite item up for auction is the offer of 3 Nights In A Suite At Hotel Tugu In Bali, Indonesia. Some of the rooms have a private pool and outdoor swing bed.

  115. My favorite item up for auction at Luxury Travel Diary is the vila Guile in Douro, Portugal. Amazing wine and food for sure.

  117. I would love to take my wife and celebrate our anniversary there – it was the place of our first vacation together.

  118. I love all the travel items up for auction, but I was definitely intrigued by the “One-month subscription to Gousto Food Boxes” which is currently going for less than one pound!

  119. My wife and I went to Bali on our honeymoon and stayed in Nusa Dua. The Viceroy Bali looks amazing, and I think it would make for an incredible anniversary trip to get back to Bali and to stay, this time, in Ubud.

  121. I’d love to stay at the Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur. I’ve never visited Malaysia, and I’ve heard it’s a great hotel.

  123. My favorite thing about the Viceroy Bali is probably the infinity pool and those lush green views!

  125. My wife and I would love to win the Luxury 7 Night Holistic Edventures Retreat In Cambodia!

    Thanks for the opportunity and promotion, Gary!

  126. I would stay at Viceroy Bali because we have been looking for a hotel in Bali for our honeymoon.

  130. Viceroy Bali is exactly the style hotel that I have previously planned trips for in Bali, but never been able to follow through with

  135. My favorite listing might be the 3 NIGHTS IN A SUITE AT HOTEL TUGU IN BALI, INDONESIA, great views and the beach! We’re doing our honeymoon in Bali, just gotta find a hotel.

  136. I would love to stay at the Viceroy Bali because Bali is so serene and exotic, and reviews for the Viceroy are phenomenal!

  139. I would love to stay at the Viceroy Bali because it looks incredibly serene and beautiful. I’ve been to Bali once before on a budget – it would be so nice to experience the opulence of this small resort!

  141. My husband and I are going for our 2nd anniversary to Bali in November. This stay in Ubud would be perfect.

  142. My favorite auction that I saw was 2 nights at the William Hotel in New York. Anything in NYC is fine by me. Love it.

  145. I would bid on the three-night stay in a luxury suite in Bali. It’s on my list of places to see!

  149. My favorite auction listing is the one for a 2 night stay at the White Fences Inn, Hamptons,NY. It is not too far from home but far enough and luxurious enough to be a great relaxing retreat.

  150. I’d love to stay at the Viceroy Bali because the location and scenery is lovely and I enjoy supporting family-run operations.

  151. I have never been to Bali and the Viceroy looks like a fantastic way to end a trip with some extra relaxation!

  154. I would love to win the Viceroy Bali package. Since I retired, my husband and I have been living on s very strict budget. I would love this chance to take him to relax and be spoiled. We deserve it!

  156. I’d love the hotel stay because I rally need to get away and Bali is a good place for thinking.

  158. The Viceroy Bali looks amazing and would be a welcome retreat after the cultural immersion that is Bali. Swimming in the infinity pool with those wonderful nature views would be my dream spot for our anniversary.

  159. My fav auction item is a stay in Portugal! I’ve never been, but everyone says I’d love it.

  160. Ironically, my favorite item listed is the 3 Nights In A Suite At Hotel Tugu In Bali. We could always just make it easier and I’ll stay at the Viceroy instead. 🙂

  162. I would stay at the Viceroy because I’m a big fan of the chain – I’ve had nothing but good experiences at the Viceroy in Santa Monica and Yas Island in Abu Dhabi.

  165. I would love to stay at the viceroy Bali! Bali is somewhere I’ve always been meaning to go and it looks absolutely beautiful.

  166. Bali is on the must do list and we are actually looking at planning a trip there for 2017. This would be perfect! The Viceroy looks like the perfect type of resort we seek when taking these sort of trips.

  167. This place looks amazing! I love how big these villas look and how unique each unit looks. That is the complete opposite of a cookie-cutter hotel room. That would be one AWESOME place to stay for a couple of nights. Thanks for the giveaway and info!

  171. My favorite item up for auction is “A One-Month Subscription To Gousto Food Boxes,” because I’m hungry right now.

  173. I’d like to stay at the Viceroy bc I’ve never been to Bali and I’m getting married in September! Would be a great trip for my soon to be wife and I!

  175. 3 Nights In A Villa At Loama Resort Maldives At Maamigili looks like a great way to start off a trip to explore the region. I am going to keep an eye on this auction.

  176. I would choose to stay at the Viceroy Bali because it looks more off-the-beaten-path then the other places I’ve heard of.

  177. The Viceroy Bali looks amazing! Would love to re-experience Bali and what better way than with the Viceroy?

  182. My favorite item is 5 nights at the Maldives as I already have flights booked there for later this year.

  183. I’d love to stay at the Viceroy as I already have a flight booked to Australia and Indonesia later this year and the pictures of the resort look amazing!

  187. My Favorite is 2 nights at Gili Lankanfushi luxury resort in the Maldives!!!
    Pool and scenery in Viceroy Bali are gorgeous!!!

  189. Thank you for offering this giveaway. Never been to Bali, but sound like an ideal destination for me and my wife to celebrate our 1st anniversary in December.

  191. I am heading to Bali in October and drooled over the pictures/reviews of the Viceroy on TripAdvisor. Can’t afford to stay there with $, but would love to stay there for free! Thanks, Gary.

  192. I’d love to stay at the Viceroy Bali because it looks absolutely stunning and seems like a great retreat for some serious relaxation.

  196. The Viceroy Bali looks amazing, and the infinity pool with that sort of view in the background in particular. Could spend weeks in an environment like that!

  200. I’m very interested in the auction of a week for 4 in an apartment on the Danube in Budapest. I was in Budapest in November and had a wonderful time. I would love to spend an entire week there to explore more of the local scene.

  201. I just got married in Bali ,Nov 2015. Would love to go to Viceroy for our anniversary, we’re already planning the trip. Thanks, kerri

  204. I would like to stay at the Viceroy Bali because of its perfect location in Ubud. I didn’t spend much time in Ubud last time in Bali and I regret it.

  207. The timing of your giveaway couldn’t be better. I’m planning a trip to Bali this Spring. The Viceroy looks awesome.

  208. I’d love to stay at the viceroy when I head to Bali for the first time later this year bc i am looking for a place to stay in Ubud and the privacy and outdoor space at the viceroy look fantastic!

  209. I’m most interested in the 5-night stay at the Reethi Beach Resort in the Maldives. The beach villas look great, and the resort is well-reviewed. Worth $2,548.

  210. I would choose to stay at the Viceroy Bali because my wife and I are actually going on our honeymoon to Bali this July/August and are looking for lavish places to relax and enjoy our experience.

  213. The timing of your giveaway couldn’t be better, as I’m planning a trip to Bali this Soring. The Viceroy looks awesome.

  214. Other than the Viceroy Bali, 2 nights at Gili Lankanfushi is my favorite item among Luxury Travel Diary’s current auctions. Would love to go there!

  217. I would love to stay at the Viceroy Bali because it seems like a wonderful place to relax and enjoy nature!

  218. My favorite item up for auction is 3 luxury nights by the beach in Tropea, Italy for only 73 pounds! Incredible deal

  219. For which auction I appreciate the most, I love the random, very nice hotels that can be had for cheap, such as the Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur. Most of the US or UK locations sell closer to the actual value than some of the more off the beaten path locations, and thus the deals are so much greater at these properties.

  221. Love the view from the Viceroy and the fact that it is extreme luxury surrounded by pristine nature!

  222. My girlfriend and I have award flights to Bali booked in September (Cathay business). A couple of nights at the Viceroy Bali would be an amazing start to the trip!

  226. favorite auction is 7 Night Croatian Adriatic Sailing Cruise With A2A Yachting… who wouldn’t like yachting in Croatia? sign me up

  228. I always look at Trip Advisor for recommended hotels, B&B, lodging. Knowing that this one is ranked so highly is a main reason why I would want to stay at this hotel in Bali.

  232. The items that most interest me that are up for Auction are lodging stays in Greece and Croatia. I just booked a flight to these locations last week, and have not yet booked lodging.

  233. I would choose to stay at the Viceroy Bali because of the level of luxury offered and the value of it. Bali has great deals for fantastic hotels, and the Viceroy Bali can be booked on paid rates for certain times at reasonable amounts.

  236. I went to Bali for my Honeymoon a few years ago and the Viceroy was out of my budget, so we stayed at another resort in the area. How amazing would it be if I could take my wife to our aspirational hotel for our anniversary?! She would be so excited!

  241. I would choose to stay at Viceroy Bali because the pictures of the property on Luxury Travel Diary are out-of-this-world gorgeous.

  242. My favorite item is 3 nights at hotel tugu in Bali for 200 pounds which would go right in line with this!

  244. I’d stay at the Viceroy Bali because it looks very secluded, which is a great way to unplug and relax in luxury!

  245. We want to go to Bali for our honeymoon and this would be the perfect surprise for my fiance! The private pools would be the icing on the cake

  247. I wanna go because Viceroy resorts are AMAZING! recently stayed at Viceroy Anguilla for honeymoon, this could be a great anniversary trip! 🙂

  248. I absolutely love the view from the Viceroy… and also that it’s so luxurious in style inside with the beauty of nature all around outside!

  251. Gary you must have read my mind because we were thinking of going to Bali and using AA award on CX before devaluation. The Viceroy Bali sound wonderful and a special area of Bali I’m sure we would enjoy. Thanks!

  253. Following your instructions, I am also answering the auction question, I would pick the Thudufushi Resort in the Maldives which gets spectacular tripadvisor reviews, and besides who can argue with 28 GBP?

    Thanks!

  257. My favorite item listed is the Viceroy Bali. I am planning on going to Bali next year and the resort looks incredible.

  258. I am fascinated by the idea of staying in a yurt, so the listing 4 nights in a luxury Yurt, Isle of Wight in Apr or May ’16, is interesting.

  264. I’d pick the 2 night stay at the Viceroy. The area around the Viceroy is among one of my all-time favorite place to visit.

  270. Thanks for bringing my attention to the Luxury Travel Diary. The tour of London seems amazing value at 2 odd pounds!! And a trip to Bali at the amazing Viceroy would just hit the spot right now!
    Thanks for the opportunity.

  276. Having never been to Bali, I’d love to stay at the Viceroy to relax and experience the beautiful surroundings.

  277. My favorite item up for auction: “5 nights half board at Reethi Beach Resort, Maldives” since we love the Maldives and that’s a long enough stay to be worth the trip so long as we stay in Istanbul on the way home to break up the travel some.

  279. I’d choose to stay at the Viceroy Bali: because I’ve never been, and the property looks stunning.

  281. My wife Kathy and I are nearing retirement, and are looking at the possibility of relocating to Bali, at least temporarily. We would love to stay at the Viceroy as part of examination of this possibility, and of course, because it is obviously a gorgeous resort. Thanks for you generosity.

  291. I’ve been to Bali more or less twice a year for the past 6 years, but never had i had a chance to experience this side of Bali. Not only would a stay at the Viceroy change how I see Bali, but it would really be a once in a lifetime opportunity to stay at a resort like this!

  293. My favorite item for an auction: nights (inclusive experiences) at TRAVAASA, Hana, Maui, Hawaii. Tranquil and unforgettably beautiful!

  295. Bali is on my bucket list. Actually planning to propose to my girlfriend and might have our wedding there, so this could work out nicely. 🙂

  298. Oh my. Those pictures are stunning. I’d have to say I want to stay at the Viceroy. One way or another, it’s on my list now! (But, two days would just be the start, I think . . . .)

  299. My wife and I are headed to Bali at the end of March, with plans to stay in Ubud for a few nights. The Viceroy Bali truly looks like a paradise on earth.

  300. I would stay at the Viceroy in Bali because I will already be in Bali next month and would love to extend my stay 2 additional nights. Who can argue with luxury for free?

  305. Wow the Viceroy Bali looks fantastic. I would love to stay there for the honeymoon just for the tranquility it would provide.

  306. Did you say Bali? Heck yeah! We should have gone there instead of Kauai for our honeymoon – we were bored stiff after day 2!

  307. Favorite item at Luxury Auction Diary right now is the 2 nights at Grand Hyatt Singapore. Would be a nice way to spend a stop-over on the way home from Bali.

  310. This November we will be going to Bali for our honeymoon! All we have booked at this point is our flights, so we would love to add this amazing 2-night Viceroy stay to the trip. I also have my eye on the 3 Nights at Hotel Tugu Lombok, Indonesia from the Luxury Travel Diary list!

  313. That is what I am doing right now – trying to figure out how to use my American miles to get to Bali before the miles hike. Qantas and Hawaiian go …. I would for sure use these nights – amazing prize

  317. We have tickets booked for June already! I would love the couples spa treatment & the candlelit dinner for two!

  320. Bali sounds like an amazing destination and a stay at the Viceroy would be just dreamy……………..

  324. I’ve never been to Bali before, and if I’m traveling halfway across the world to get there, I’d want to stay somewhere really nice!

  325. Why stay at the Viceroy Bali?? Why not!!!! It just might be heaven – guest comments seem to indicate that it is probably the best vacation they ever had. That is an experience to cherish!

  328. We’ve never been to Bali, and I love the idea of staying at the luxurious Viceroy Bali for a visit to our 100th Traveler’s Century Club country!

  332. Besides the Viceroy Bali, I’d love to stay at the Waterhead Hotel in the English Lake District. I’m a huge Beatrix Potter fan, and 2016 celebrates the 150th anniversary of her birth. The U.K. will celebrate it with new coins depicting Peter Rabbit, and I want to be there to get them!

  333. Would love the 5 Nights Half Board At Reethi Beach Resort, Maldives! Always been a dream of mine to visit there.

  337. The Viceroy Bali stay would be an awesome way to celebrate me finishing my PhD in May. My wife has endured the last 11 years of me being a full time student and employee and that would be a great way to celebrate the end of the student phase!

  338. South Africa is my favorite destination, so i would choose the 2 nights at Bartholomeus Klip Farmhouse in South Africa. Looks wonderful!

  339. I’d love to stay at the Viceroy Bali with my husband, as we’ve never been to Bali before and have heard amazing things about it!!

  343. I would choose to stay at the Viceroy Bali because it is family owned and only 24 villas so it wouldn’t feel like we were staying in a huge resort. The infinity pool in the jungle doesn’t hurt either!

  344. Would love the Bali stay as we last stayed in Nusa Dua and didn’t get much time to explore Ubud! This would be perfect to do that! Thanks!

  345. I would love to stay return to Ubud and stay at the Viceroy. I much prefer Ubud over the beach areas and would like to re-connect with several artist friends in the area.

  347. Would love to stay at the Viceroy Bali. I’ve never gotten to see such beauty as what the Maldives has to offer and from what the villas look like, having a personal pool would be quite the treat with that view.

  349. My favorite is the Orlando location. My wife and I had a choice two years ago for our ten year anniversary…Bora Bora or a baby. We now have a two year old boy 🙂 and Disney seems to be a favorite among our children.

  350. The auction I like most that is ending soon from LuxuryTravelDiary is the 3 Days Of Tours & 5 Nights At BnB Playa Del Carmen, Mexico. It appeals to me due to the inclusion of activities but not being based solely around them and also it’s a long enough trip to truly be enjoyable and it isn’t a super expensive area to travel to.

  351. My favorite item up for auction is the 4-night stay for up to 8 guests in a luxury 4-bedroom beachfront villa in Koh Samui, Thailand. Sounds pretty awesome to me!

  354. Already planning a trip to Indonesia for next year. Two nights at the Viceroy would be fantastic.

  356. This is crazy! Viceroy Bali looks beautiful, and set in a location with lots of activities nearby. I’m headed to Bali in April, so this would be great if I won!

  357. I would choose the 2 Nights At Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. We are going to Bali in december and could just add on to our trip!

  358. I would choose to stay at the Viceroy because it offers private villas and basically looks nicer than anyplace I have ever stayed!

  359. Bali is on my bucket list
    Like this offer and anything in the Hilton family (like Hampton Inn)

    Thanks

  360. Southeast Asia is my favorite place to travel. Great hospitality and great food.
    Viceroy Bali looks awesome. I would love a stay there. Also, Luxury Travel Diary has other interesting Indonesia and Malaysia hotels up for auction, that may help me break my addiction to hotel loyalty programs.

  361. The 7-night Adriatic sailing cruise looks amazing. But the Viceroy Bali would be paradise for my wife & I.

  364. My favorite item up for auction is the 7 day Croatian sailing cruise. I’ve always wanted to explore that coast and doing it on a boat for 200 GBP is a heck of a deal!

  365. I took my mom on our first trip ever together to Asia last November, and Bali was on our destination. My mom is extremely hardworking and rarely ever gets a treat, so she was raving to her coworkers about how she was going to be in paradise for a few days. But on arrival in Asia, there was a volcano eruption off Bali and all flights to Bali were grounded for days and ours were canceled. We never made it to Bali… I’d love a stay at the Viceroy to make up to her for that disappointing trip.

  366. Wow–I could spend hours going through that site and dreaming. I did put a bid in on a tour in London! Fingers crossed.

  367. I’ve never been to Bali or stayed in a private villa, so this would encourage me to try both out in one trip!

  373. Send me to paradise. The Viceroy Bali sounds like paradise. Favorite thing: gorgeous villas in excellent location.

  374. I would bid for the watch on the auction site, and If I win this hotel stay, after or during my stay I would present it as a gift to a member of staff who made my stay memorable.

  375. My favorite item up for auction is the 2 Nights At The 5-Star Grand Hotel Kronenhof In Switzerland. Never been to Switzerland (or Europe at all), and it looks MARVELOUS!

  376. I would choose to stay at the Viceroy because I spend 80 hour a week talking to people and coordinating issues, it looks relaxing and QUIET!

  379. This hotel looks amazing! I have a trip coming up to Bali in July, and would love to experience my first time Viceroy. Pick me, pick me!

  380. Thanks for the giveaway. Would love a visit to Viceroy Bali, to soak in the natural surroundings.
    The spa would be an extra nice treat for my over-worked/stressed partner.

  382. I like the Klip farmhouse stay in South Africa. It’s a beautiful country sand I want to go back

  384. Why stay at the Viceroy Bali? Because we’ve never been there! It’d be a heckuva getaway with my wife.

  385. Totally would love to explore Ubud, Bali. Away from the usual Kuta, Jimbaran and Nusa Dua regions.
    Viceroy looks amazing!

  386. Could this hotel look any more amazing? I am going to Bali to relax for a few days, and this looks the a terrific place to do just that! Please choose me! As for the item I’d likely bid for, it would definitely be the 2 nights at Bartholomeus Klip Farmhouse, South Africa. That looks beautiful as well!

  387. My favorite auction item at Luxury Travel Diary is 2 Nights At MesaStila Resort, Java, Indonesia.
    It competes with the Bali villa.

  390. I would stay at the Viceroy because I just came back from a small resort with all villas in Bali and already can’t wait to go back!

  391. Favorite item up for auction. So many… 3 Suite Nights At Bond Movie “Spectre” Location, Austria. Thanks Gary!

  393. Looking to make one last F class trip on CX to Asia 2 before the AA devaluation, and then use Avios to hop around. Haven’t decided on destinations but Bali is definitely in the top 5. Awesome accommodations like this will make a Bali stop a no-brainer! The Viceroy looks absolutely beautiful.

  398. I have checked out this hotel and it def looks awesome, I would love to win because i like cheap and free travel, If i didnt i wouldn’t be following this blog!

  399. My favorite auction is the one in Greece because that is where my husband is from and I’m trying to win it!

  400. if i had to pick one auction it would be the 7 NIGHT CROATIAN ADRIATIC SAILING CRUISE. always wanted to do something like that

  402. Would love to stay at Viceroy as I really need a vacation and to get away from the stress of law school.

  403. Auction I’d like – 4 Nights At A Countryside Gîte In South Charente, France. That looks like a great getaway to French wine country.

  405. Ah been dreaming of visiting Bali for so long. So confused about where to stay. Viceroy seems like a perfect option

  407. I think the week for 4 in an apartment on the Danube in Budapest would be fabulous. Budapest is a great city – lots to do!
    As for the Viceroy – from what I have seen (never been to Bali) this would be the resort my wife and I would really love. Seems to have it all – location, service, rooms, views, weather, fantastic pools!
    I’m ready!!!

  409. Why the Viceroy Bali? Because family owned/operated beats the impersonal corporate behemoths any day. And the heliport seems cool too.

  412. My favourite auction item is 3 Days Of Tours & 5 Nights At BnB Playa Del Carmen, Mexico – enough relaxation mixed in with activity.

  415. I would choose to stay at the Viceroy because it’s a tranquil setting away from the main tourist drag.

  416. My wife and I always loved SEA region, beautiful beaches and many luxury hotels! Really looking forward at bidding on these awesome auctions.

  417. The Viceroy Bali’s pool villas look amazing! Planning to get married this year in Bali, and was looking at just the Conrad there, but now I gotta look into here instead!

  419. Hi Gary,
    We love the tips we get from reading your blogs, and we’d love to win the trip to the Viceroy in Bali. We’d probably do just as you recommended and add on some days and upgrade to Business Class. Even if we don’t win, thanks for all the great tips you give all of us out here, all the time!
    Regards,
    Tim

  421. And Viceroy Bali? That’s gotta be on every travelers bucket list! Would be amazing to spend some time there.

  422. Would love to stay in Bali at the Viceroy so that I can get all of the Wife points in the world for our babymoon! Help me Gary!

  427. That week or so long stay in Croatia (officially titled 7 Nights At Apartment Green In In Šibenik, Croatia) looks lovely. Have always wanted to go back after seeing it very, very briefly on a family cruise many years ago.

  428. I would love to visit Bali. In fact, we are going this July for the beautiful beaches. Would be great to enhance our visit with a stay at the Viceroy.

  429. Favorite Auction piece is I always wanted to go to Florence so the 2 night stay there would be incredible!

  435. I’d love to stay at the Viceroy Bali – it seems the perfect relaxing getaway away from the touristy area of Nusa Dua.

  437. My favorite Luxury Travel Diary auction item is the 6 night stay near Avignon, South France. The South of France is one of the best kept travel secrets, in my opinion. The South of France is not about glamour like Paris and a 6 night stay in the country side would be the perfect spring retreat.

  439. My favorite item for auction on Luxury Travel Diary is the “A Week for 4 in An Apartment on the Danube in Budapest.” I was just thinking today how I really enjoyed visiting Budapest and would love to go back for an extended stay. The apartment for auction is in Buda (district 1), so that’d be perfect!

  441. A 2 night stay at the gorgeous Viceroy in Bali seems like either the perfect starting point or a relaxing ending destination to a Polynesian holiday. Who wouldn’t want to win this great prize?!?!

  448. My favorite auction item is the three nights at the Grand Hyatt Doha in Qatar. Would love to visit there.

  451. The viceroy IS my favorite item! I have allready booked my trip for the summer and am currently looking for the perfect ace to stay in Ubud. I have read the reviews in trip adviser and it would be a dream to win this .

  452. I’ve been looking at a luxury Bali vacation, and had it down between Viceroy and Amankila. It’d be great to have that decision made for me!

  454. My favorite item up for auction is the Loama Resort villa in the Maldives. My wife and I have always wanted to visit there.

  455. The 7 NIGHT CROATIAN ADRIATIC SAILING CRUISE WITH A2A YACHTING looks incredible. I’d love to go on a week long yacht cruise.

  459. I’d love to stay at the Viceroy Bali as we had to cancel a trip to Bali last year, and would love the opportunity to go back. The property looks amazing.

  460. Viceroy Bali would be great, because I’ve been wanting to visit the Ubud area — sounds like the cultural heart of Bali.

  461. My favourite item up for auction has to be the 6 night stay for 2 guests in a Côté Bastide Room at the Benvengudo Luxury Hotel in Baux de Provence in the South of France!

  462. I agree with everything you wrote about Bali. Expensive to get to from the US, but so inexpensive & so wonderful once you’re there!

  471. why stay at the viceroy? Well, we had a whole trip planned to Bali last year, but postponed it due to monsoons. The Vicery looks AHmazing! Pool paradise 🙂

  472. My favorite item up for auction at Luxury Travel Diary is the Half-day Private Tour of London for 3 people. It is just what the doctor ordered.

  474. I would choose to stay at Viceroy Bali because it is beautiful an da one of kind destination in and of itself.

  475. After 4 months of bearing the London winter, I am in dire need of some Vitamin D! Can’t wait to be sipping Mai Tai’s in Bali! Will send you a picture.

  477. The 5 nights at the Reethi Beach Resort in the Maldives would be my pick! I’ve never been to the Maldives and would love to check this off my bucket list.

  479. My favorite item is a 2 night stay at the Williams Hotel in NYC, because it’s perfect for a weekend getaway.

  483. The best looking auction right now to me would be the 3 Suite Nights At Bond Movie “Spectre” Location, Austria – how can you go wrong with a Bond Location. It looks amazing and remote.

  487. Would love this for our 10 year anniversary. The Maldives looks like an amazing place to travel to as well from the auction site

  495. I’d love to stay at the Viceroy as I’ll be there this April with my girlfriend. That would be an awesome gift for her. 🙂

  498. Hi Gary, I’d love to stay at the Viceroy Bali to have a nice base to explore Ubud. The pool and those loungers look awesome! Thanks.

  501. We saw these dream-like resorts when we were hiking along the other side of the ridge a couple months ago. Would be dream-comes-true to try out one of them then.

  504. Hi Gary, the Grand Hyatt Singapore auction on Luxury Travel Diary caught my eye — would love to stay there and sample the Club Room spread! Thanks.

  505. Definitely the Viceroy Bali – have never been there but was thinking about adding Bali to my Sydney trip this winter and it would work out perfectly. Thanks!

  507. The luxury travel daily auction on Miskawaaan Beachfront Villa, Koh Samui sounds amazing to me.

  509. I would choose to stay at the Viceroy Bali because it is rated so highly, it’s a good point to explore Ubud and it would be perfect for celebrating our 25th anniversary!

  511. From the auction, I like “A WEEK FOR 4 IN AN APARTMENT ON THE DANUBE IN BUDAPEST”.

    I love Budapest and I could easily spend a week’s there again!

  513. Bali has some the most luxurious hotel anywhere. The Viceroy Bali looks to take it to the next level. Returning to Bali would be a treat.

  514. I would choose to stay at Viceroy Bali because it is really different from other lux resorts in Bali.

  515. The Viceroy Bali looks beautiful! I’d love to stay here and explore the island – been to Bali once before, but didn’t get a chance to fully enjoy it. Looks like a beautiful property!

  517. What a cool website! I was daydreaming about so many of those vacations but the luxury 7 night holistic retreat in Cambodia looks awesome! I love that meals airport transport is included.

  519. My favorite auction is 2 nights in a Luxury Villa at the 5-star Viceroy Bali … because I would want to double the give-away and extend the stay — or go for 2 nights with 4 people ! I could take some family members in Bangkok for an unforgettable stay in Bali in early 2017… huzzah!

  521. I would like the package “3 NIGHTS IN A VILLA AT LOAMA RESORT MALDIVES AT MAAMIGILI” because I’ve always heard great things about the Maldives and I don’t see how I could ever pay retail value of close to 4k just for lodging if not through this great auction site! (which bumps it down to the low hundreds at 1 day off of auction’s end).

  522. Bali is my most special place – I would love more than anything to be able to return to visit with dear friends and engage the spirit of the island. So the Viceroy Bali would be my choice in this contest. Only in my dreams would I have hoped to return. Hope I win! Thanks!

  523. The Viceroy Bali looks stunning – I’ve been to Ubud on a low budget, backpacking-style trip but I think it’s the kind of place where a little luxury would make it all the better! The grounds look fantastic! And the swimming pools are to drop over dead for. I’d love to get back to Ubud, this time in style!

  524. What a cool website! I was daydreaming about so many of those vacations. I’m looking at a Bali vacation. It’d be great to have that decision made for me!

  527. Bali, and Ubud in particular, is an incredible place. I would love to experience it on a whole new level with good company at the Viceroy. Thanks for the giveaway!

  528. My favorite item up for auction at Luxury Travel Diary is the two-hour stay in the Minute Suites. While it is certainly not as sexy as many of the other offerings, this is the sort of thing that a frequent traveler would love to have in his or her back pocket for down-time while connecting at on of the hub airports that features these suites.

  529. 28 British Pounds for a stay in the Maldives is an incredible deal. That is definitely my favorite auction on the site.

  530. Definitely at the Viceroy Bali! In fact, I will be in Bali for 8 nights starting on 5/24/16 so this would be a great way to compare the available resorts.

  535. Favorite auction item is 3 Nights In A Villa At Loama Resort Maldives At Maamigili, have always wanted to make the trek to the Maldives and the resort looks amazing!

  537. I would love to stay at the Bali Viceroy. My husband is celebrating his 40th bday this year and we have always wanted to go to bali. I can’t think of a more amazing and memorable way to spend his birthday than here. The pictures look amazing!!

  540. Bali is near the top of our bucket list! Would love a 2 nite stay at the Viceroy Bali as part of a trip throught the area taking in some great snorkeling spots! Thanks!

  543. From the luxury diary website, I would love to stay at the GILI LANKANFUSHI LUXURY RESORT IN THE MALDIVES. Would love to see the crystal turquoise waters here!

  544. I would choose to stay at the Viceroy Bali because it is a small hotel, which my wife and I always love.

  547. I keep forgetting about that auction site. Thanks for the reminder…..of course, if we were going to Bali as winners it would be great if Luxury Travel Diary had the same “3 Nights In A Suite At Hotel Tugu In Bali” on auction again when we are booked to go! It looks like another fabulous place to stay in Bali.
    Thanks again!!!!
    Bill Pisor

  550. Stayed at Viceroy Maldives a few years ago and enjoyed it tremendously. I’m sure the Bali property is just as awesome.

  551. I would choose to stay at the Viceroy Bali because I have never been to Bali before and it seems like a good gateway to the island.

  555. The item I would want is one of the luxury hotel packages at the Maldives. I’m not picky…

    I’d like to stay at the Viceroy b/c I have a large collection of AA miles I’d like to use before the devaaluation and flying there in Cathay pacific or JAL or Malaysian would be a great way to use them.

  559. 4 nights for 8 in a luxury beachfront villa in Thailand would be great. Our son just got married in Tokyo and it would be fantastic to have a whole family vacation on his side of the world this year!

  560. Item I’d most want on the auction would be one of either stays in Indonesia – it’s next up on my bucket list!

  564. Staying at the Viceroy Bali would be wonderful. We love that part of the world and the resort looks utterly amazing.

  568. favorite item up for auction at Luxury Travel Diary: 2 Nights At Hide-Away Guest House In Knysna, South Africa

  570. So many great options – I would have to choose 2 Nights In A Suite At Relais Villa Roncuzzi In Italy! Looks amazing! Thanks Gary!

  572. I’d love to go to Bali. It is peaceful and relaxing, I love the fact that it’s not in the westernalized part. I actually liked the wide selection of vacations on the luxury website.

  574. I’m planning a trip to Bali for this summer, and 2 night at the Viceroy in Ubud fits perfectly with my plans.

  576. Planning a trip to Indonesia in October so this might work out great for us 🙂 few days in denapasar, couple days at Viceroy..

  577. I would stay here because I’d love to take my mom to such a beautiful place and enjoy it together!

  580. Been to Bora Bora and already have plans for Maldives, hence Bali would be the next one to check off the list.

  593. Favorite item up for auction at Luxury Travel Diary – 7 Night Croatian Adriatic Sailing Cruise With A2A Yachting.

  594. The viceroy bali looks amazing. My wife and I will be in bali for 2 nights in may, this would be perfect. I also like the auction for 2 nights at the mesastila resort in central java.

  597. I’ve been thinking about going to Bali this winter. I’d love to stay at Viceroy Bali because of the gorgeous views, and because they have everything on-site that you’ll need for a relaxing vacation.

  598. My favorite item up for auction is the stay at the Grand Hyatt Singapore, because I have friends in Singapore that I’d love to visit again! (Plus I stayed at the Grand Hyatt on my last trip, and it was fantastic.)

  600. The Viceroy package looks great!! I would love to have the chance to win that and go to Bali. I would bring my mom who has never been to Asia.

  603. I’m commenting twice, but it keeps telling me I’m saying the same thing. I would love to win the Viceroy package, seems like the trip of a lifetime.

  604. My favorite auction is for 3 nights at Hotel Tugu in Bali. It’d be a great continuation to my vacation this summer.

  608. My favorite item up for auction is the 4 Nights For 6 Guests At Villa Sungai, Cepaka, Bali.

    I would choose to stay at the Viceroy because my fiancé and I will be going on our honeymoon in August and already have our trip booked including 9 nights in Bali. Staying at the Viceroy would be the highlight of the trip.

  610. But I would also enjoy the Viceroy package, I very much enjoyed visiting Bali in 2011.

  613. Wow! What a great promo. Thanks, Gary. Viceroy would be a great place to stay for my first high end luxury resort.

  616. My current favorite item up for auction at Luxury Travel Diary: 4 Nights For 6 Guests At Villa Sungai, Cepaka, Bali

  618. Was looking through the site found this auction item…

    3 nights at George House Heritage B&B in Dildo, Canada

  620. I think the Viceroy looks like a divinely tranquil getaway that this busy gal is craving!

  623. I have a trip planned to Bali and would love to relax in the quiet luxury of the Viceroy for a couple nights after 4 nights in Seminyak.

  625. The infinity pool attached to the guest suites is reason enough to book a room. Getting it for free? Even better.

  627. Six nights in Avignon, currently at $262. Not a bad deal. Too bad it’s due by 3 May.. planning to be in France in June.

  629. I was just looking at the Viceroy today for my trip to Ubud in June. I will also be bidding on the 2 Nights At Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia auction as we will be traveling there after Bali. Thanks for pointing out this site.

  633. My favorite auction item is 2 Nights In A Luxury Villa At The 5-Star Viceroy Bali.

    The viceroy is one of the most photographed hotels in the world along with being one of the best reviews. My fiancé would love to stay at a hotel like this.

  639. I just made an SPG award reservation in Bali to lock in the old category rates. Was hoping to find something different between now and then and the Viceroy looks fantastic!

  640. My favorite auction item is the 3 Luxury Nights by the beach in Tropea, Italy.
    Italy sounds great right about now.

  642. My favorite item up for auction at Luxury Travel Diary is “2 Nights At Trout Point Lodge, Nova Scotia, Canada”.

  645. Favorite auction currently is 3 nights in a Villa at Loama Resort Maldives at Maamigili – seems extremely cheat for Maldives.

    Definitely seems like a site to keep in mind when I’m not booking on Hyatt or SPG points…

  647. I would choose to stay at Viceroy Bali because it looks like a great place for the 15 year anniversary with my lovely wife.

  649. Why I would choose to stay at Viceroy Bali? What can go wrong with the #1 luxury hotel in Indonesia on TripAdvisor!! Now, let me stay for 2 nights and I can tell you more about why 😉

  652. I want to stay at Viceroy Bali because I have visited Bali’s Nusa Dua before, but it would be great to see a bit less touristy part of the island.

  655. I’d love to return. My wife and I stayed in the villas pictured above (which are not garden villas – those are two of the three premium villas that overlook the river). The Viceroy’s Cascades restaurant is nice, and they even have a helipad for a fast (but costly) transfer to DPS.

  656. Favorite item up for auction – 3 Suite Nights At Bond Movie “Spectre” Location, Austria. NICE!!

  657. I enjoyed visiting South Africa a few years ago, so I’d like the 2 nights at Hide-Away Guest House in Knysna, South Africa.

  659. I love Ubud and always stay there because it has a much more authentic feeling that the more touristy areas of southern Bali.

  660. I love the Bvlgari Cavalli Goody Bag at Luxury Travel Diary – I’ve been looking for this for ages!

  661. My favorite auction is the 3 nights at the Loama resort in the Maldives as I’ve always wanted to travel there.

  662. I’d love a chance to stay at the Viceroy in Bali for 2 reasons: Ubud is where my favorite cafe in the world – Seniman – is located, and I missed the chance to join a batik-making workshop the first time I was there. Hard to beat the combo of great coffee and learning an ancient art form!

  664. I’d pick 3 Nights at Ibis Bay Beach Resort in Key West. I love the quirky vibe of the island, and the store Peppers of Key West has got to have the best hot sauce selection I’ve ever seen under one roof. I’d love an opportunity to restock on some raspberry habanero jam while catching some much needed r&r.

  665. Ironically, indeed, it is the Viceroy Bali… And we already have a flight reservation for a 2 night stay in November… No Hotel yet… Might the forces of Karma smile upon us?
    Love “AVFTW.” Having discovered it recently, I find myself smiling as I read the blog.
    Thanks for sharing this, and the rest of pearls cast in our direction.

  668. I would love to stay at the beautiful Viceroy Bali. A free trip would get my husband away from his ski vacations.

  670. 1 – I’d have to add this to the final leg of my 5 night stay at the Reeth Resort in the Maldives. No better place to relax after the stress of the Maldives then Bali.

  671. 2 nights at Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia would sound great. I would combine it with Singapore and Bali stays.

  672. I like BERING CHRONO MENS CHRONOGRAPH WATCH, and I’d stay at the Viceroy in Bali because it looks like a great hotel, and next year is our 25th anniversary, that’d be a nice trip.

  674. I would like to stay at the Viceroy Bali because it simply looks great! And I think it is less crowded with tourist.

  675. My favorite auction is the 2 Nights At The William Hotel New York, since I need a two night stay in New York this summer!

  676. I would choose to stay at the Viceroy Bali because I’ve always wanted to go to Bali, and the best way to travel is FREE

  678. The Viceroy Bali looks like a great property. I’ve seen it on many Instagram posts and that pool looks incredible. Would love to visit there if I won. Thank you.

  680. 4 Nights For 8 In A Luxury Beachfront Villa In Thailand! I’d just bring all my friends with me 🙂

  684. My wife and I are planning a trip to Bali and would love the opportunity to experience a resort like th Viceroy.

  691. I would stay there so I could visit Monkey Forest. Ubud is a wonderful town in central Bali island.

  692. I would like to stay at the Viceroy Bali because I have never stayed in Ubud, just in the Seminyak region and the place looks awesome for an anniversary trip I am planning.

  693. I would stay at the Viceroy Bali because its a family owned and operated resort. The Balinese are some of the loveliest people on the planet!

  694. My wife and I are already going to be in Indonesia in December, so that is one reason I would love to stay at the Viceroy (plus indoor heated pool? AWESOME)

  703. In the auction, would love the 4 days at a beachfront villa in Thailand because it is for 8 people . Take you all my favorite people!!

  704. My favorite item on auction is the 5 nights stay in Bodrum, Turkey. I had a really short stay in Istanbul and I’d love the chance to explore the country more!

  705. I’ve been planning to visit Bali due to all the praise I’ve heard for it. I’d love to stay at the Viceroy Bali because it looks incredibly beautiful!!!

  706. I would love to see properties in Africa available to bid for. This would allow me to visit more often and to take family and friends.

  710. I would love to stay at the Viceroy Bali since it’s a 5-star resort in a place I’ve never been, but would love to go.

  719. I would love to stay at the viceroy Bali, as I’ve never been and it is on my list. Love to tie it in with a trip to Australia or Asia.

  722. My favorite item up for auction is: 2 Nights At Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

    Malaysia would be a fun place to visit!

  723. I’ve never been to Bali but plan to go during my many months in Asia. The viceroy looks amazing and I’ve never stayed in a place like that before.

  724. I would stay at the Viceroy Bali because it looks amazing! I don’t think I’ve been to such a luxury hotel before…

  726. My favorite auction is: 3 Nights In A Suite At Hotel Tugu In Bali, Indonesia. I’ve never been to Bali!

  727. Viceroy Bali Looks absolutely incredible! Would love a chance to get out of the rat race and treat my wife to a lovely weekend there. She deserves it! (And I’d like it too!)

  729. Would love 3 Nights In A Villa At Loama Resort Maldives At Maamigili. The resort looks awesome.

  734. Your post shows a magical Bali vacation at the Viceroy. Bu 4 nights for 8 in a luxury beachfront villa in Thailand for auction — that would be sweet for a family and friends break also 😉

  736. Favorite auction item is definitely 6 luxury nights atBaux de Provence in the South of France!

  742. The Viceroy has that exotic feel that resorts have a challenge to create. There many unique resorts in Ubud, the Viceroy just happens to be one of most exclusive.

  754. Viceroy Bali sounds amazing! Really, that’s 90% Bali, 10% hotel. I’m sure it’s a terrific hotel, though!

  755. Maybe not the most exotic pick, but Malta’s been on my list for awhile. “2 Nights For 2 Or 3 At The InterContinental Malta”

  756. I like “5 night Half Board at Reethi Beach Resort, maldives”. My husband and I got club carlson credit cards to save points to go to the Maldives, but we didn’t have enough points to stay at their hotel due to their devaluation of “second night free”.

  758. I would love to stay at the Viceroy Bali and cerebrate our 23rd anniversary! We will enjoy the nature of the location, beautiful water front restaurant and the spa. My husband and I got signup bonuses from the AA advantage cards last November to cover the air fair for this vacation!

  761. But on second thought, the Viceroy in Bali would be a better bet for our 10th Anniversary coming up next year!

  762. My favorite item up for auction at Luxury Travel Diary is the auction for 2 Nights At The William Hotel New York – USA. This is such a great way for me to bid on something that my mother can use on mother’s day and enjoy away from the hustle and bustle of NYC. I can’t think of anything she would enjoy more.

  766. I would choose to stay at Viceroy Bali because Bali is a country that i’ve heard a lot about in travel blogs. With such a rich culture, you can’t help but immerse in the beauty of the country – from the beautiful waters and the rich history. Viceroy Bali looks like a great place to start for someone who has never been to Bali before.

  776. I would like to stay at the Viceroy because I am honeymooning in Bali in August and I would love to spend some time exploring Ubud while being based out of an incredible hotel.

  777. My favorite luxury travel diary location would be VILLA SUNGAI in Bali. Looks like an amazing place to spend a few days!

  778. My favorite item up for auction is 3 nights at the 5-Star Grand Hyatt Doha in Qatar. Would love to stop over on my way to a Tanzania Safari

  779. Six nights in Avignon in the south of France. A beautiful part of the world I’d love to return to. A week really makes it worthwhile!

  792. Favorite item up for auction at Luxury Travel Diary: 4 NIGHTS FOR 6 GUESTS AT VILLA SUNGAI, CEPAKA, BALI

  795. The 4 NIGHTS FOR 8 IN A LUXURY BEACHFRONT VILLA IN THAILAND looks incredible. I had never heard of this site before, but it looks like there are great deals to be had!

  796. I would choose to stay at the Viceroy because the views, room, food, and spa look amazing! And its Bali! I also have a few hundred thousand AA miles burning a hole in my pocket.

  800. Why I’d choose to stay at the Vieroy Bali: the incredible reviews, the location, food, service and unique destination.

  801. My favorite item up for auction would be the 2 nights at the Intercontinental Malta. I’ve never been to Malta and would really love to go.

  804. I would bid on the Adriatic cruise in Croatia and treat my amazing wife to a well deserved vacation!

  805. I have travel throughout Asia for decades and the Viceroy in Bali looks to be a outstanding property. The fine services offered, the attention to details and the focus on satisfying the customers shines through from their website (viceroybali.com). The architecture and beautiful vistas and views call to me and make me wake to schedule my visit there is my next Asian excursion. For me the Viceroy in Bali is a MUST SEE if I get the opportunity.

  808. I grew up in Thailand so lovely resorts and beautiful ocean views are nothing new. BUT the Viceroy in Bali looks to be a outstanding property. I can tell from the website (viceroybali.com) this is a wonderful destination that I now long to see. The lovely images I have seen call to me and make me want to add this as a location to be seen in a future trip to the area. I can almost feel the warm breeze and hear the waves now. The Viceroy in Bali is a some place I definitely plan to visit should I get the opportunity.

  810. I would love to stay in the Viceroy to explore Ubud and meet the amazing people who call Bali home.

  811. And why not? Aussies and Bali are like peas in a pod, almost fellow natives. Hope the Viceroy is as good as the Four Seasons JB of old.

  812. I’d like to stay at the resort because it genuinely looks luxurious and has great reviews on TripAdvisor.

  813. I want to stay at the viceroy because its so luxurious and because its close to my best friends house!

  815. I want to stay at the Viceroy Bali. Those private villas are just the ticket for my wife and me!

  816. I have been to Bali before and I agree with you that people are some of the gentlest kindest nicest people in the world. That coupled with a beautiful environment makes for a perfect trip. I sure would love to return and experience The lovely property you are talking about

  818. I would want to stay at the Viceroy Bali because of how luxurious and aspirational a stay there would be!

  821. My 2nd favorite: 2 LUXURY NIGHTS FLORENCE (MAR/NOV/DEC ’16 OR JAN/FEB/MAR ’17)

  822. I would love to stay at Viceroy Bali because it looks absolutely beautiful and because I would love to spend more time in the Ubud region! Looks incredible!

  823. Favorite item for auction is the Gili Lankanfushi in the Maldives – I have heard great things about this resort and would love to experience it.

  832. I’ve never been to Bali, and I would love to add a new location to my travel diary.

  834. would love to visit the jungle in Ubud.Viceroy villa seems the perfect place to stay

  836. Since I live on Java, this would be great for me — I take Lion but my wife will insist on Garuda. I have stayed at all variety of places on Bali from no to five stars and would look forward to this.

  837. I would choose the Viceroy as I would love to spoil my wife, who works very hard in a stressful job.

  838. I would choose the 5 bedroom luxury villa in Orlando, as I would love to take my extended family to some theme parks!

  843. After spending many years performing charity work in the bush of East Africa, Viceroy Bali would be the highth of luxury

  844. After living in the bush of East Africa performing charity work for many years, Viceroy Bali would be the highth of unaccustomed luxury

  846. My favorite auction item would be “3 NIGHTS IN A VILLA AT LOAMA RESORT MALDIVES AT MAAMIGILI” at Luxury Travel Diary. Never been to Maldives and it seems a paradise!

  848. Staying at the Viceroy would be the perfect way to celebrate my 30th bday with my wife. 🙂

  849. The reason I choose to stay at Viceroy Bali is it simply look heavenly! Love the garden villa, esp the pool area! It will be a wonderful getaway from the winter coldness.

  850. I live in Perth, barely 4 hours from Bali, yet have never been to Bali (not that we travel a lot). A lot of my friends go several times a year as tickets can be had extremely cheaply on budget carriers like Jetstar (as low as $100aud each way).
    I must confess that I’ve always been put off by the reputation of places like Kuta where a lot of Aussie ‘bogans’ go to behave badly. Though when I see pictures of peaceful surroundings of the viceroy, it’s pretty darn enticing. I have heard good things about Ubud and would love to go there, especially if it was staying at the Viceroy.
    Oh, and thanks for the luxury travel auctions link Gary – could well come in handy next time we plan a holiday. 😀
    For what it’s worth, I’d pick bond spectre hotel in Austria. That looks bad ass! :-p

  851. One of my favorite auctions is the one for 4 Nights For 6 Guests At Villa Sungai, Cepaka, Bali.

  852. 3 nights in a Villa at Loama Resort Maldives at Maamigili would be my favourite stay! out of the bed into the water.

  853. I would choose to stay at Viceroy Bali to make a proposal of marriage. Cant image a better place to do so.

  856. Out of all the auctions I would take 4 Nights For 8 In A Luxury Beachfront Villa In Thailand.

  857. The most interesting auction I see available would have to be for Gili Lankanfushi in the Maldives. I would love to see how it compares to the big brands such as Hilton & IHG in the Maldives.
    I’m sure the Viceroy Bali has great villas as well that I would love to experience!

  858. My favorite item up for auction at Luxury Travel Diary: 3 nights for 8 in a luxury 5-Bed Villa with Pool in Orlando

  860. The Viceroy Bali would be a nice break or even the Villa Sungai, Cepaka, Bali. Bali is one on my list of places to go.

  862. At the Viceroy, I would love to enjoy a private pool villa!!
    Thank you Gary….

  865. The Viceroy in Bali is the exact offer I swooned over when I looked through the amazing offers at Luxury Travel Diary. To win a couple of nights there would be simply fantastic.

  866. Fav. item: 3 nights at Hotel Tugu Lombok, Indonesia — so I can extend my stay in Indonesia by boarding the ferryboat from ali where you will be sending me.

    Also because eveybody says Lombok is now what Bali was in the mid-1960s. And we are all nostalgic, aren’t we?

  867. I think the best thing about a stay at the Viceroy would be the peace and tranquility.

  869. Bali is on my shortlist of destinations, I would add a week of exploring the area to this prize!

    I would also love to return to Cambodia for this: Luxury 7 Night Holistic Edventures Retreat In Cambodia Auction.

  870. And as for the Viceroy (this is my second entry!), I imagine there may be someone who speaks Dutch at the reception there, so it will be like stepping back in time.

  871. 2 Nights at the Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur to get a taste of luxury away from the heat.

  872. I would choose to stay at Viceroy Bali on my honeymoon in 2016 because from my research it is the most romantic hotel / resort in Bali and I can think of no better place to celebrate marrying my best friend.

  874. My favorite item up for auction at Luxury Travel Diary is definitely the 2 night in a Luxury Villa at the Viceroy Bali. It sounds like the ultimate getaway of relaxation and pampering–perfect to recharge and unwind. And to do it all in your own private villa in the unbelievably beautiful Bali just puts it over the top. It would definitely be a once in a lifetime experience!

  876. My favorite item up for auction is (of course) the 2 nights in a luxury villa at the 5-star Viceroy Bali!

  878. I’d stay at the Viceroy Bali because your pictures of the place look downright heavenly. Also, the price of FREE-ninety-nine is a great incentive!

  879. OR I’d choose the Viceroy for the Instworthiness of the pool and the view alone.

  880. Also, I’m loving the 4 NIGHTS FOR 6 GUESTS AT VILLA SUNGAI, CEPAKA, BALI on auction at luxury travel diary, because I’ll be in Bali in the coming year!

  881. I would without a doubt choose to stay at the Viceroy Bali. It has every high-end amenity I could even think up for a vacation with absolutely stunning surroundings and accommodations. Few of us actually get to live a life of luxury in everyday life — so to live that way on vacation, even for a few days, would be a treasured experience!

  882. As I was going thru the different items up for auction, I really like that items are available all over the world. One that stood out for me was the “3 Suite Nights At Bond Movie “Spectre” Location, Austria” While planning a trip I wouldn’t think or know about a location like this that was shot in a movie. Plus the low cost of the auction makes it worth while to go out of my way to visit the location.

  883. While visiting the website of the Viceroy Bali, it looks like a really beautiful place to visit. The views of the location look stunning and looks like a place where someone could go to, to relax and get away from everything.

  884. So many great choices but my favorite item up for auction at Luxury Travel Diary would be 2 nights at the Argentario Golf Resort and Spa in Tuscany. Wine paired with Golf…what more could I ask for?

  885. I’d choose to stay at the Viceroy Bali due to the location in Ubud and the romantic feel.

  886. My favorite item up for auction is probably the Bond/Spectre stay, which sounds super interesting. Definitely be a unique experience staying somewhere that was in such a high profile film.

  888. That view looking into the dense forest would be one of the main reasons to enjoy the Viceroy

  889. I would love a stay at Viceroy Bali since I’m planning to head there anyway for my birthday next year and don’t have a hotel yet so this will be perfect! =)

  890. Much needed Missionary retreat: My favorite item up for auction is the 2 nights in a luxury villa at the 5-star Viceroy Bali!

  891. I would absolutely love to stay at the Viceroy Bali. I’ll be in Bali in November for 4 days as part of a special 20th anniversary trip/gift for my wife. We’re spending all 4 days in Nusa Dua but I would love to break that up and see Ubud. It would be phenomenal.

  892. We are going to Bali, Ubud, and Thailand for our honeymoon in May and would love to stay at the Viceroy Bali because it would be a private, romantic, and beautiful place to celebrate our marriage.

  893. My favorite auction and where we want to take our next trip is in the Maldives: 2 Nights At Gili Lankanfushi Luxury Resort In The Maldives

  894. Would love to go back to Malaysia, so this auction item looks great and is my current favorite:

    2 Nights At Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

  895. Would love to stay at the Victory Bali since I’ve never been to Bali and I think this would make the trip truly special.

  898. I would stay at the Viceroy Bali based on your glowing recommendation and because it’s been more than 15 years since I’ve been in Bali.

  899. My favorite auction item is 2 nights at Gili Lankanfushi Luxury Resort in the Maldives. I’d pair it with some nights at the Hyatt in the Makdives using points per your recommendations!

  901. My favorite item up for auction is the 4-night stay for up to 6 guests at Villa Sungai in Cepaka, Bali!

  902. Hi Gary,

    My family and I posted our comments last night, and all of them are missing. Is there something specific we nee to write in order to be eligible for this contest?

    Thanks,
    Shamsul

  903. My favorite auction item is the 2 nights at the viceroy.

    I would choose to stay at the viceroy because of the spa, and its location in Ubud would go great with my trip to bali.

  904. My favorite auction item is the 4 nights stay at a villa in bali.

    The viceroy is rated as one of the top hotels in the world and because of that I would choose to stay at it.

  906. Like the package to Gili Lankanfushi in Maldives Never been there and would love to go

  907. In terms of Viceroy Bali, would love to try it as have never been to Bali. And this great hotel would push me to visit what I heard is a wonderful destination

  911. I would want to stay at the Viceroy Bali because I’ve never stayed at a villa with a private pool before, and that sound amazing!

  913. My favorite item up for auction is “2 Nights At Gili Lankanfushi Luxury Resort In The Maldives.”

    I would stay at the Viceroy Bali for the amazing pool.

  914. My favorite item up for auction is “4 Nights For 6 Guests At Villa Sungai, Cepaka, Bali”

    I would stay at the Viceroy Bali because Ubud is my favorite area in Bali and the Viceroy is the premier hotel in Ubud.

  915. Viceroy villa looks like the perfect choice if you want to get away from kuta and semyniak

  916. That Gili Lakanfushi auction looks amazing (and underpriced!) Will have to keep track of that one and bid!

  917. I’d love to stay at the Viceroy in Ubud because it’s a dream of mine to visit Ubud, and to stay in a relaxing space away from the crowds. I’ve long been an admirer of the Viceroy and would love to see it in person. It’s paradise within paradise.

  919. I live in an area where there is Viceroy, and I know of their quality, so a stay at the Viceroy in Bali would be exciting!

  920. I want to stay at the Viceroy because I haven’t been to Bali since I was young and want to see it again while staying at this beautiful resort.

  921. I have been dating my girlfriend for 4 years and am wanting to propose to her. I keep waiting to try and save money to travel somewhere romantic and beautiful to propose at since we love traveling. We have never been to bali, but from descriptions, I think it would be the best place for use to get engaged. Winning a free trip means we can start our life commitment earlier than I thought possible since I sturggle to save money up for a romantic trip. Thanks for writing about this amazing resort and also thanks for the chance to win a free trip there

  922. My favorite item up for auction is the 3 Nights In A Villa At Loama Resort Maldives At Maamigili.

  923. My favorite thing up for bid right now on Luxury Travel Diary is (of all the great things on there) the BVLGARI PENHALIGONS & MOLTON BROWN GOODY BAG!! I love both of these and if I win the stay at the Viceroy, they’d pack right in my bag for the long trip!

  925. I’d love to stay in the Viceroy Bali because I’ve never been to Bali before. I’ve always wanted to visit, but have never followed through.

  926. Saw many info about Bali but no chance to go. Viceroy Bali seems like a nice place to start 🙂
    I would like to have a relax trip, eat good food and explore Indonesia.

  927. Really want to go to Ubud.. Saw many nice pictures.
    Hope to win Viceroy Bali’s 2 nights Free trip

  929. I’d love to stay at the Viceroy. I’m already going to Bali in June but haven’t yet decided if we are going to Ubud. This would help me decide!!

  930. Wasn’t able to celebrate our 30th wedding anniversary with my wife due a serious accident I had. Now healed sufficiently to go to a super deluxe resort like the Viceroy Bali. Keeping fingers crossed for luck

  931. I’d love the 4 Nights For 8 In A Luxury Beachfront Villa In Thailand. I went last year and have been dying to go back ever since.

  932. My favorite item up for auction is The Viceroy Bali because I’ll be in Bali next month!

  933. Lovely! What could be better than living like a colonial viceroy for 2 regal nights?

  937. I would love to stay in Bali especially at the Viceroy because their other properties I have stayed at are amazing, and I want to go to Bali!

  944. I would choose to stay at the Viceroy because of its location (in Ubur) and the private Luxurious accomodation it is offering.

  945. Would love to stay at the Viceroy Bali and do some outdoor yoga! (The infinity pool looks pretty amazing too)

  946. As for the auctions – it’s a little hard to decide 🙂 I think I’d choose either the 4 nights for 8 in a luxury villa in Thailand or the 7 day Croatian cruise.

  948. My favorite item on auction now is the 7 Night Croatian Adriatic Sailing Cruise. I love that region and love sailing —

  949. I would definitely love staying at the Viceroy Bali for the luxury. It looks beautiful!

  950. My favorite item up for auction is The Viceroy Bali because I’ll be in Bali for my honeymoon in October!

  951. I would choose to stay at the Viceroy Bali because Ubud it’s one of the most spectacular hotels in Ubud and it has a helipad.

  954. Would choose the Viceroy for the obvious reason – its in Bali and Bali is awesome!

  955. Favorite auction: 4 Nights For 6 Guests At Villa Sungai, Cepaka, Bali (because Bali)

  961. My favorite item up for auction is the 7 night Croatian Adriatic Sailing Cruise – that would be fantastic!

  962. My favorite item on the Luxury Travel Diary is the “7 night Croatian Adriatic sailing cruise”, as it is a trip option I wouldn’t have otherwise considered and fairly unique!

  963. I would choose to stay at the Viceroy Bali for several reasons:
    – stayed at many of the other Viceroy properties (Anguilla, New York and Palm Springs), and all excellent
    – the villas having their own private pools with stunning scenery
    – the large/spacious/private nature of the property

  965. Why choose Viceroy Bali: I have always wanted to visit Bali, and was thinking of a trip there in May already…

  969. Never been to Bali. Would love to spend a couple days at Viceroy Bali relaxing with my boyfriend!

  970. The 7-night Adriatic sailing cruise for two sounds awesome, although the dates are very restrictive and I wonder what they charge for the meals that aren’t included.

  973. There are a lot of good options on the auction site, but I think the Bali hotel is still my favorite. It would be a perfect addition to my summer trip to Asia with my girlfriend. (need to use up some AA miles).

  974. I’d also love to win the 2 NIGHTS AT GILI LANKANFUSHI LUXURY RESORT. Those beaches + pools look fantastic!

  975. I would stay at the Viceroy Bali because of its reputation for excellent service, and because it’s a great excuse to finally visit Indonesia!

  976. I’ve been wanting to visit Bali for two decades, and Viceroy Bali is the dream destination to spend time in Ubud.

  983. My favorite item: 2 NIGHTS AT GILI LANKANFUSHI LUXURY RESORT. The price now goes up a little bit.

  985. My favorite item up for auction at Luxury Travel Diary is 2 nights at Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

  988. The auction for Luxury 7 Night Holistic Edventures retreat In Cambodia looks interesting !
    Currently at 551 GBP doesn’t look overpriced.

  989. The auction for the 2-night stay at the Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur sounds like an awesome deal! I’ve been there once and it’s really a top-notch property. Wouldn’t hesitate to go back there (and at a cheaper price!). Plus, there’s breakfasts included at their all-day dining restaurant – which I consider a destination in its own right! It’s truly a feast for the eyes.. think awe-inspiring panoramic views of the KL city skyline!

    I would really love to stay the the Viceroy Bali to recharge and rejuvenate. Waking up to the spirited chirps of the birds and fresh crisp tropical air sounds like a dream to me! Plus, Bali is just a short hop away from the Kuala Lumpur! Thank goodness for the plethora of budget airlines operating in Southeast Asia!

  990. I have not been in Bali yet but the Viceroy Bali looks like a very nice place to stay, it’s family operated, looks decent in size (i.e. not the typically oversized thingy) and totally “lost” in nature.
    Looks like a very nice place to stay !

  992. Favorite item up for auction at Luxury Travel: 2 HOUR STAY AT MINUTE SUITES (AVAILABLE IN 3 US AIRPORTS) which will be useful on my trip to Bali to stay at Viceroy ; )

  995. One of my favorite things currently on the auction is a 4 night stay for 8 in a luxury beachfront villa in Thailand!

  997. I would love to stay at the Viceroy Bali because the villas are beautiful and would be the perfect place for my honeymoon!

  998. Yes, Please! The Viceroy Bali sounds life a perfect beginning to our next adventure!

  999. It would be awesome to add my favorite auction for the Gili Lankanfushi, Maldives to the adventure!

  1000. Anywhere would be nice…and 2 Nights At Bartholomeus Klip Farmhouse, South Africa sounds especially nice (and ditto two nights at the Viceroy in Bali)

  1001. I would choose the 2 NIGHTS AT MESASTILA RESORT, JAVA, INDONESIA from the Luxury Travel Diary auctions because it looks so relaxing.

  1002. I would choose to stay at the Viceroy Bali because it’s surrounded by nature, and has a nice pool and decent gym.

  1003. I’d love to stay at Viceroy Bali because it’s just a cheap 3 hour AirAsia flight away 🙂

  1004. My favorite item up for auction is ‘2 Nights At Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia’. Kuala Lumpur is a great city and I’m craving for some nasi kandar.

  1005. As for a favorite item up for auction, it has to be the 4 Nights For 6 Guests At Villa Sungai, Cepaka, Bali… What a fun time that would be! Bringing some friends for a magical travel adventure sounds just fine by my book. 🙂

  1006. The 5 nights in Maldives at Reethi beach resort would be my favorite, and the trip would make a nice 25th anniversary gift.

  1007. I have a bunch of American miles that I’m trying to figure out how to use before the devaluation. Bali would be a great way to do that!

  1008. The 4-bedroom beachfront villa in Koh Samui, Thailand courtesy of Miskawaan Luxury Beachfront Villas would be my pick of the litter. Thailand is high on my list of places to go.

  1009. I would choose to stay at the Viceroy Bali because it would be the perfect place to spend our honeymoon and explore the cultural arts, temples and green valleys of Ubud.

  1011. My favorite item up at the auction is “2 nights at the 5-Star Grand Hotel Kronenhof in Switzerland,” since Switzerland is on top of my travel bucketlist! 😀

  1012. I would love to stay at the Viceroy Bali to relax and unwind in style and luxury!

  1013. My favourite auction is the Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur because of the great views of the Petronas Twin Towers!

  1015. We’ve been trying to go to Bali for some time now, and a stay at this hotel would be wonderful. Just look at that balcony pool!

  1016. My favorite auction item is the 2-night stay at the Intercontinental Malta. Sounds wonderful!

  1018. My husband and I spent a few days at the Grand Hyatt in Kuala Lumpur last April. Thanks to Hyatt points we had an immense suite with that amazing view of the Petronas Towers.

    We visited Bali on the same trip and I’d love to go back. I think the Viceroy sounds divine.

  1019. I’d love to stay there because of the commute to/from Ngurah Rai international airport – I mean what’s classier than arriving by helicopter?

  1020. My favorite auction item is 2 nights at the Viceroy Bali (again, for the helicopter ride). If that doesn’t count, then it’s the “4 Nights For 8 In A Luxury Beachfront Villa In Thailand”.

  1021. Staying at the Viceroy Bali would be a nice/great stay that would give a different perspective from the typical beach-centric vacation. The villas and spa give the sense of immediate relaxation!

  1022. The listing for “2 NIGHTS AT THE 5-STAR GRAND HOTEL KRONENHOF IN SWITZERLAND” would be right at/near the top of my list of the auction items I saw. It looks so gorgeous there!

  1023. I would love to stay at the Viceroy in Bali because those pictures look incredible! The pool, the spa, the greenery – wow! I feel more relaxed just imagining myself there!

  1024. My favorite item up of auction is the 7 nights at Zoe Seaside Resort on Greece. 🙂

  1025. The two nights would be the perfect way to end our trip, in September.

  1026. Would like the 4 nights for 8 in a luxury beachfront villa in Thailand. Always wanted to visit Thailand.

  1027. Also would consider 4 nights at Avantgarde Taksim Square In Istanbul. Istanbul always seems mysterious.

  1029. I would absolute love to visit Bali, enjoy the amazing view of the villa and eat tons of Nasi Goreng!!

  1030. I would bid for the Austria James Bond Spectre locations. The pictures look epic, the nature is amazing and the Alpine food is probably delicious. It would also terrific to do some hikes around the mountains.

  1033. I’m not sure I even need to say why I want to stay at the Viceroy looking at the photos. It’s gorgeous! Looks like paradise on earth.

  1034. I’m interested in the Mesastila auction since I want to go visit Borobudur and this looks like a lovely place to spend a few days.

  1035. My favorite auction is Benvengudo Luxury Hotel in Baux de Provence in the South of France because it reminds me of “A Good Year” – one of my favorite movies.

  1036. I would love to enjoy the villa, the incredible view from the pool and eat tons of Nasi Goreng.

  1037. I would choose to stay at Viceroy Bali because it looks so different from the typical beach vacations I had in Bali so far.

  1039. My favorite auction is 2 Nights At Gili Lankanfushi Luxury Resort In The Maldives.

  1040. I’d love to relax and unwind at a lovely, family-owned spot in Ubud! Thanks, Gary!

  1041. My favorite is the Screebe House in Galway, Ireland. My wife and I are celebrating our first wedding anniversary in August and she’s been to my ancestral homeland in India but she has never been to Ireland, where her family comes from. I’m really hoping we can find a way to visit Ireland to celebrate our anniversary and re-connect with her roots.

  1043. Would love to stay at the Viceroy to try a new and highly-touted property in beautiful Ubud!

  1044. The best part about the Viceroy is being away from the beach looking out at the forest. That’s why I’d stay there.

  1045. I’d love to stay at Viceroy Bali because, Bali has been in the list for years and the hotel looks awesome.

  1046. I would choose to stay at the Viceroy Bali it looks like a perfect place for our honeymoon.
    we’re getting married in a few months and I’ve been searching the web and reading your blog about where to go where to go so this looks so beautiful I’m so glad to have come across your blog

  1047. I’d love to visit Bali again and this time stay at a great upscale property!

  1048. Again I’m glad I came across your site.

    Again I’m glad I came across your site.

    Again I’m glad I came across your site.

    Again I’m glad I came across your site.

    Again I’m glad I came across your site.

    The WillamsL Hotel in New York City a great bid.
    we go to the city all the time and I’m glad to see that wonderful hotel has some rooms for auction wow good price

  1050. 2 hour stay at Minute Suites. Not the most aspirational destination, but a fantastic value.

  1051. I would love to stay at the Viceroy in Bali because it’s been my dream to go to Bali for years and years. The pictures look like heaven!

  1053. Would love to bid on the galway trip, as my partner’s family is from there! Would also enjoy the Bali trip as well 🙂 eat pray love!

  1054. Never been to Bali and the Viceroy seems tempting enough to even fly there in coach.

  1055. My favorite from the auction is the Screebe House in Galway, Ireland. I’ve always wanted to reconnect with my Irish roots!

  1056. I actually just booked my honeymoon flights to Bali in March… and all my research has shown me that Viceroy Bali is, without a doubt, the best place to stay in Ubud!

  1060. My favorite item up for auction at Luxury Travel Diary is the 2 Nights At Wigwam Holidays In Lee Valley, UK.. It looks like a great unique, cultural experience!

  1061. My favorite items available through auction right now is ‘3 Nights In A Suite At Hotel Tugu In Bali, Indonesia.’ Would love to combine that with the Viceroy Bali if I won that!

  1062. Would be very interested to compare it to the Aman properties in Bali, especially Amandari, since it is literally down the street.

  1063. Bali is my favorite vacation destination and would love to stay at the Viceroy.
    ‘3 Nights In A Suite At Hotel Tugu In Bali, Indonesia is my favorite auction item.

  1064. I would chose to stay at the Viceroy Bali because we are visiting our brand new niece who lives there and it would be great to take her family to a place like this.

  1065. Would choose to stay at Viceroy Bali in Ubud to complement a stay at the St Regis Bali beach property in Nusa Dua

  1066. I would want to stay at the Viceroy Bali to truly relax and get away from it all — and you can’t beat the look of those pool villas!

  1067. I like the Viceroy Bali best of the auctions because we are going there and can make use of it if we win.

  1068. I would love to win the 3 SUITE NIGHTS AT BOND MOVIE “SPECTRE” LOCATION, AUSTRIA auction to experience the magic of this part of the Austrian Alps — it looks beautiful!

  1071. I would love to stay at the Viceroy! Went to Bali last year and have been wanting to go back since.

  1072. I’d love to go back to Bali and a stay at the Viceroy would be a marked improvement over my last accommodations (a hostel)

  1073. The 2 nights in Cornwall look fantastic but I’d settle for winning the 2 nights in Bali!! 🙂

  1074. Why I would choose to stay at the Viceroy Bali: spectacularly beautiful guest rooms.

  1075. My favorite auction item is “2 Nights At Tongole Wilderness Lodge In Malawi, Africa”

  1077. The viceroy looks awesome and I would love to stay there for its small family run feel!

  1079. Viceroy looks to be the perfect place to quiet my mind from this turbulent world.

  1082. I would combine it with the 3-night stay at Hotel Tugu, then go over to Kuala Lumpur for the 2-night stay at the Grand Hyatt! Whirlwind!

  1090. The auction I am considering is 2 nights at Tongole Wilderness Lodge in Malawi, Africa…wife has been wanting to go there anyway

  1091. The Viceroy look very nice and I have been wanting to come back to Bali since we were there 2 years ago

  1092. A week in Greece on the beach, yes please…7 nights at Zoe Seaside Resort, Greece (Apr, May, Oct, Dec)

  1098. I have always wanted to go to Greece, so this auction appeals to me: 7 nights at Zoe Seaside Resort, Greece.

  1100. I’d love to stay at the Viceroy Bali because (a) Bali has been on the list for a while; (b) it has a highly recommended spa and (c) that pool looks so inviting!

  1101. Favorite auction on Luxury Travel Diary at the moment is definitely the 3-night stay at Das Central in Sölden, Austria – as if Bond was there!

  1103. If I couldn’t go to Bali than winning the auction to go to another slice of paradise like the 2 Nights At Gili Lankanfushi Luxury Resort In The Maldives wouldn’t be such a bad consolation.

  1105. I would love to stay at the Viceroy Bali because it would be the perfect getaway to celebrate our 5th weddding anniversary!

  1106. With a name like Viceroy, the luxury experience and serenity of Bali’s beautiful landscape would be any teachers dream come true for a Summer trip 🙂

  1107. I have never been to Bali and seems like the Viceroy Bali is the place one should stay at to make the first experience truly memorable!

  1108. My favorite item at Luxury Travel Diary would be the 6 Luxury nights near Avignon, South of France. Viceroy Bali looks like an incredible, aspirational property. Lush landscaping and an oasis within a lovely area. I would take great pictures and help spread the word about their property

  1114. The auction I would really want to win is the 3 nights in Lombok at the Hotel Tugu! Never been and seem a really nice place to visit.

  1115. I would love to have the opportunity to win the auction for 2 Nights At Gili Lankanfushi Luxury Resort In The Maldives. It will probably only be a dream for a vacation like that. It sounds incredible though!

  1116. The opportunity to stay at the Viceroy Bali seems like a once in a liftime opportunity to be immersed in such a beautiful landscape and culture, all while relaxing in extreme luxury.

  1117. Viceroy Bali sounds like a good way to go about doing my first ever trip to Bali!

  1119. I Love the Hyatt in Singapore auction! Thinking of bidding if I can make it to Singapore this year!

  1120. That Bartholomeus Klip Farmhouse in SA may be my favorite item up for auction. Looks like a lovely stay.

  1121. Ubud in Bali is certainly a dream destination and being able to stay at Viceroy would be an incredible added bonus. Would be an epic surprise getaway with my significant other!

  1123. Would love to take my husband to Bali for his 80th birthday! Wow what a surprise that would be.

  1134. Planning a Trip to Bali for a long time. Viceroy in Bali would be just perfect vacation for my family!

  1135. 2 Nights At The Grand Hyatt Singapore is one of my favorite item up for auction at Luxury Travel Diary

  1136. Favorite item for auction: 2 Nights At Gili Lankanfushi Luxury Resort In The Maldives — I actually just saw you at the Park Hyatt Hadahaa in February. Hope you enjoyed your stay!

    Why the Viceroy Bali? Because I’ve never been to Bali and the resort looks incredible and perfect.

  1137. I’d like to stay there o get away from all the chain hotels that take points when I visit in October!

  1140. Being an animal lover, its always been a dream of mine to go to a Safari. The auction for 2 Nights At Hide-Away Guest House In Knysna, South Africa sound amazing for exactly that.

  1141. My favorite auction going on at the moment is the one for 2 Nights At Tongole Wilderness Lodge In Malawi, Africa

  1142. The Veceroy Bali is one of those places people can only dream of visiting. I am actually planning my honeymoon and was considering Bali, this would be perfect for my wife and I.

  1143. I’d love to stay at the Viceroy Bali because it looks like one of the nicest luxury resorts in the country!

  1144. I’d stay at the Viceroy Bali because I could have a fairy-tale-like experience with my wife.

  1145. 2 night hotel stay at the Viceroy in Bali would be amazing! A well needed rest & relaxation for the wife and me away from the hustle bustle of city life.

  1146. The 2 night stay at the Gili hotel in the Maldives is one of my favorite destinations on the Luxury Auction list!

  1147. With 4 young children at home, enjoying the beauty and serenity of Viceroy Bali would be a dream!

  1148. Traveled to Ubid and Nusa Dua many years ago with my parents and siblings when I was sixteen and it was a great experience and very memorable. Looking to recreate that experience with my family and the Viceroy Bali is the perfect hotel to relax and enjoy with the family.

  1149. 2 Nights In A Suite At Relais Villa Roncuzzi In Italy for £19.00, and Viceroy Bali looks Ama-ah-zing

  1151. I would love to stay at the Viceroy Bali because I’m already booked on flights to/from Bali August 15-20 which is part of an RTW. This would be the climax and finale of a 46 day trip! what a way to end!

  1154. I want to stay at the Viceroy Bali because I’ve never been there before! And I can take my wife!

  1155. I would stay at the Viceroy because it looks amazingly relaxing and I have always wanted to go to Bali!

  1162. Imhowbcool would it be to stay in one the the top 25 luxury hotels in the world. One reason I would pick the Viceroy Bali.

  1165. Would love to try out the Viceroy Bali when we’re there in April! Only stayed at Viceroy Snowmass before but it was magical.

  1168. Appreciate items up for auction like the private wine tasting, not all purely hotels and resorts. Will look into site more.

  1169. My favorite auction is the 4 nights for 8 in a luxury beachfront villa in Thailand.

  1176. My favorite auction item is the 3 Nights At Ibis Bay Beach Resort, Key West, Florida package.

  1177. Why do I want to stay at the overwhelmingly perfect Viceroy Bali?!?

    Because I am a backpacker who has been on the road for 8 months and I would love to stay in a breathtaking place and feel like a queen. Bali has always been on my list. This would be the ideal treat.

  1178. My favorite Auction Item is the 7 Nights At Aquila Porto Rethymno Hotel In Crete, Greece.

    I had planned to go to Greece last year but held off bc of the financial crisis. I am still itching to go!

  1188. best auction looks like Masseria Prosperi, Lecce, Italy
    Would love the Bali trip so I could finally scuba dive there!

  1191. Indonesia is next on my travel list and Viceroy Bali would be a nice stop after all the hostels from that trip.

  1192. My favorite item up for auction right now is the two night stay at Tongole Wilderness Lodge in Malawi, Africa.

  1193. So many good choices at the auction. For now, “4 Nights At Avantgarde Taksim Square In Istanbul” is the best for me!

  1194. My favorite item up for auction right now is the 2 Nights At Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

  1195. I love the auctions for hotel rooms in Greece, Italy, and Singapore as those are at the top of my travel bucket list. Thanks for sharing this website I’m going to look more into it. Is there a way to change the currency to dollars?

  1196. The viceroy looks absolutely incredible. The villas are so cute and cozy and those pools look breathtaking!!! Please pick me!!!!

  1197. 2 nights at Tongole Wilderness Lodge in Malawi, Africa with an opening bid of just £0.99 seems quite exciting. I’ll definitely circle back and see how much this goes for.

  1199. I am looking for a new GPS watch and the SUUNTO KAILASH CARBON GPS TRAVEL WATCH looks perfect. I like that it is named after a sacred mountain in Tibet as well!

  1200. The Viceroy Bali has the perfect location in Ubud and overlooks a beautiful valley.

  1201. I would pick the 7 nights at Aquila Porto Rethymno Hotel in Crete, Greece

    There is nothing like being in the birthplace of Zeus in the middle of the ocean.

  1202. I want to go to Bali to visit the Bamboo Chocolate Factory. I love chocolate….what can I say?

  1203. I am intrigued by the auction for 2 NIGHTS AT MESASTILA RESORT, JAVA, INDONESIA.

    I visited Central Java 10 years ago and found it fascinating.

  1204. Who would not want to stay at Viceroy Bali? I would do nothing but swim and eat and look out over the valley. Bliss.

  1206. favorite item up for auction at Luxury Travel Diary? Something that ends soon and not in 32 days like some of their listings.

  1207. I would love to stay at Viceroy Bali, as I’ve been to Ubud before, and absolutely loved it. Looks like this hotel also overlooks some of the rice paddies – what a way to wake up! Looks like quite the hotel to stay at!

  1208. I would go for the auction of the Tongole Wilderness Lodge because I would love to do a Safari at some point.

    Staying at the Viceroy is a no-brainer because it is the highest rated 5-star hotel on tripadvisor and I already have a trip to Bali booked. I was hoping I could make the Viceroy work but have currently another hotel in Ubud booked.

  1209. why would I choose to stay at Viceroy Bali – simply because it is one of if not the most beautiful hotels in the most beautiful countries in the world. The amazing food and incredible people are an extra bonus!

  1210. Viceroy Bali looks fantastic! We spent 2 weeks in Bali in 2011 and would love to return.

  1212. My favourite item on the luxury travel auction would be 4 NIGHTS FOR 8 IN A LUXURY BEACHFRONT VILLA IN THAILAND. We are planning to get married in Thailand later this year and this would be amazing!!!

  1213. I just browsed Luxury Travel Diary for the auctions very first time and this one seems to be very appealing and it’s my fav: 7 Night Croatian Adriatic Sailing Cruise With A2A Yachting for 209 pound for the entire week!

  1214. I would leap at the chance to take my beautiful bride of 25 years to this incredible resort in this most stunning part of the world.

  1215. My favorite auction would be the Viceroy as well. I would try to win the auction so I could have 4 nights at the resort while visiting BALI.

  1216. Best item: 7 nights at Apartment Green in Croatia. Croatia seems to be the place to go this year.

  1218. My wife has been harassing me to go on Safari, so probably the Tongole Wilderness Lodge with LTD

  1221. would love to visit bali and explore the famous ubud area and especially getting to meet the local people and eat local foods!

  1222. Life is definitely good, but would be so much better with a trip to !Bali. Thank you for the opportunity.

  1223. We just came back from Bali 2 weeks ago and it wasn’t enough. Would love to go back whenever possible

  1224. Loved visiting Bali, would love to stay at such a beautiful resort and go again!

  1225. Bali is a paradise! Would love to stay there as I’m heading to Bali later this month on an aadvantage award 😀

  1226. I would love to do the 7 night Adriatic cruise! That’s probably not a trip I would ever be able to pay for myself, but it does look amazing and a lot of fun and I’ve never been to that part of the world.

  1227. A Luxury Beachfront villa in Thailand -Koh Samui, little bits of paradise are getting scarce.

  1228. The Viceroy Bali is my choice whenever time permits a trip to this island beauty. And it’s location near Ubud is truly a paradise in SE Asia.

  1230. I may take advantage of the 2 Nights In A Suite At Relais Villa Roncuzzi In Italy. We’ve been wanting to take a nice trip to Italy.

  1232. I’d definitely pick the 2 Nights At Gili Lankanfushi Luxury Resort In The Maldives. That’s our top trip destination right now.

  1233. A Luxury Beachfront villa in Thailand -Koh Samui, little bits of paradise are getting scarce.

  1234. The Viceroy Bali is my choice whenever time permits a trip to this island beauty. And it’s location near Ubud is truly a paradise in SE Asia.

  1235. My favourite place in the action is MESASTILA RESORT AND SPA , INDONESIA…it looks absolutely beautiful with rooms fit for royalty

  1236. The Viceroy is stunning, the views from the place look amazing. Staying here would be a holiday dream come true!!!

  1237. Would love to stay near Ubud – the artists colony of Bali. Beautiful countryside. I’ve already got.a trip planned with no place yet to stay !!!

  1239. I would be very grateful to win a stay at the Viceroy Bali because I know my wife would love it!

  1242. I would really love to stay at the Viceroy Bali. It would be so amazing to vacation in paradise at this world-class property with my fiancé.

  1244. My husband and I spent time in Bali last year and loved it. This luxury villa looks amazing and I would love to spend two nights there as we haven’t spent any time in Ubud. Plus, having your own pool is always a great luxury.

  1246. favorite item up for auction at Luxury Travel Diary:
    > 2 Nights In A Luxury Villa At The 5-Star Viceroy Bali

  1247. why you would choose to stay at Viceroy Bali:
    > I’ve never been in Bali and those pictures would convince anybody..

  1250. The Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. I have stayed there before and it has the best shower I have EVER used.

  1252. Hi,

    I have been to Bali only once but thoroughly loved our private villas and would really like this prize to have a relaxing enjoyable romantic holiday with my wife.

    The traffic and being a pedestrian in Bali are scary but this place sounds wonderful and far from the crowds.

    Really need some time off to recharge.

    Dale.

  1253. 2 NIGHTS FOR 2 OR 3 AT THE INTERCONTINENTAL MALTA seems very affordable to this special island

  1254. First and foremost, I have been following your blog for some time and I want to say thank you! All the information and this particular giveaway.

    For the first question / entry. The most interesting auction for me would be the

    7 Night Croatian tour on a Yacht.

    A unique way to vacation.

  1255. In continuation to the first post.
    The second question / entry. Why would I want to stay here?

    Reason is, I am an American born Indonesian. While I have been to Bali, I never had the opportunity to go to an actual luxury resort. at $2500, I wouldn’t bat an eye for this property. A giveaway like this would create an everlasting experience.

    Good luck to the winners and thank you again Gary.

  1256. My favorite item up for auction at Luxury Travel Diary is the 7 Night Croatian Adriatic Sailing Cruise vacation.

  1257. I would choose to stay at the Viceroy Bali for the amazing views from the main pool!

  1258. I would love to try Viceroy Bali as it looks to be a wonderful property. I also am interested in the Villa Bougainvillea in Thailand from the auction. I am sure either property would be a wonderful place to escape the worlds pressures and demands.

  1260. I plan very detailed itineraries for travellers around the world. I would LOVE to win this opt. and get to travel and relax on my own holiday for once with my husband as we come close to our 1 year wedding anniversary!

    As far as the bidding’s go, I love the looks of some of the other beautiful properties with 2 night stays. Hello!?-These properties are STUNNING

  1262. I’ve only imagined taking a trip to Bali, I think it would be a once in the life time trip! I’ve never heard of the auctions, they offer a lot. I’d like Bali of course however!

  1263. Thank you for your generosity! I’m a Bali never-ever, but would love to celebrate my anniversary there next year (with my sweetheart, of course!) 🙂

  1264. My favorite item up for auction at Luxury Travel Diary is the 7 Night Croatian Adriatic Sailing Cruise vacation. My brother loves, loves, LOVES boats and I woudl love to treat him and his wife to this.

  1266. My fave place for auction right now is a 2-night stay in Florence for £96! WOWZA

  1268. The Luxury Travel auction for two nights in Florence is tempting… definitely time to use some AA miles!

  1269. Wow! My wife and I are preparing to celebrate our 10th anniversary and Bali would be an unforgettable destination for the occasion.

  1270. My favorite right now is the “2 NIGHTS AT GILI LANKANFUSHI LUXURY RESORT IN THE MALDIVES”!

  1272. I like the 4 NIGHTS AT THE STYLISH HOTEL MINHO, NORTH PORTUGAL. Looks like a great property. I also like the two in Bali (2 NIGHTS IN A LUXURY VILLA AT THE 5-STAR VICEROY BALI and 3 NIGHTS IN A SUITE AT HOTEL TUGU IN BALI, INDONESIA).

  1273. I would choose to stay at the Viceroy because my wife and I just decided to have a child and we are planning a ‘Baby Moon’ to some exotic location to help the process along. This would be a little warmer than Ireland….

  1274. my fav item up for auction is the 2 Nights At Trout Point Lodge, Nova Scotia, Canada

  1277. I want to stay at the Vicery Bali bali because indo is my favorite travel destination!

  1278. I would love to stay at the Viceroy Bali as I’ve never been to Indonesia but I would love to surprise my husband with a trip there!

  1280. I would love to stay again at the Viceroy Bali because we got married there three years ago! We will be celebrating our anniversary and would be estatic to do it there.

  1281. I would love to stay at Viceroy Bali. I have never been to that part of the world. The pictures of this resort are beautiful.

  1282. My favorite destination is 5 NIGHTS AT AVANTGARDE YALIKAVAK, BODRUM, TURKEY (INC JUN/JUL/AUG). This would be cool.

  1286. I’d love to stay in the Viceroy Bali because of the amazing views, rice fields and jungles. And of course the surfing 🙂

  1287. My favorite auction currently (and a seemingly overlooked one) is for the Cringletie Castle in Edinburg. Scotland has the warmest and most friendly people I’ve encountered in my travels and who could resist a stay in a castle?!

  1288. A stay at the Viceroy would be amazing because they’ve been voted the 2016 most romantic honeymoon retreat. It would be incredible to enjoy their resort next year for my Bali honeymoon!!!

  1289. Going to Bali in March and that infinity pool looks like exactly where I belong 😉 looks amazing!

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