Isnt it funny how different experiences can colour your view of a place with such contrast.

I stayed at a Villa called Villa Putri which was managed by IndoVillas, and must say that it was one of the best holiday that i ever had (and I've had a quite few travel experiences with work and pleasure all over the world).

The villa staff were exceptionally aware of the fine line between being attentive and facilitating the privacy which you expect from a high quality private villa.

The driver of the Mutsubishi Shogun was very considerate, being available at all hours and always cheerful and helpful with loading the car and on site guidance when visiting various places on the island.

The kitch staff were very talented and every day, presented us with breakfast and dinner, exactly as we had requested, to a high quality.

What I do not want with a private villa experience is a Western Style staffing by people who are driven by a salary commision targets or coorporate incentive schemes. I want genuine local people to do just enough for me and my family, without being pestered or partonised.

The IndoVilla staff were as close to perfect as I could imagine. And I was happy to extend my gratitude beyond what most hotelier staff would expect.

Ben & Liz, Worcestershire, UK