Brian Sjarief

Ultimate Tropical Escape: Meliá Bali Launches Extended Exclusive Offer
Clear up your schedule and get ready to pack your suitcase for an unforgettable tropical escape as Meliá Bali extends their exclusive offer! Following Meliá Bali’s implementation of the ‘new normal’ health and safety protocols under the regulations set by the Balinese government, the resort has officially been granted a verification certificate by the Bali
Bali Pink Ribbon Annual 5K Walk and Fun Run Goes Virtual
Bali Pink Ribbon proudly announces their annual walk and fun run fundraising event, albeit in a slightly different form this year with a virtual spin, is set to take place on 24-25 October 2020. Following the cancellation of their annual event due to the current pandemic, Bali Pink Ribbon (BPR) will be hosting their annual
Adiwana Warnakali: First Four-Star Resort Opens on Nusa Penida
If you’ve been longing for a new island adventure outside of Bali, then you’ll be excited with what Adiwana Hotels & Resorts has in store for you. Unveiling the latest addition to their boutique resorts collection, the newly-opened Adiwana Warnakali brings the brand to the neighbouring island of Nusa Penida as the first four-star boutique
A Brief History of Sanur: The Birthplace of Bali’s Tourism
If you’ve ever wondered how Bali became a top tropical destination for globetrotters around the world, you need to look back in time and discover how the quiet village of Sanur became the gateway that introduced Bali to the rest of the world – and birthed the island’s flourishing tourism industry. Long ago, before Seminyak became known as the dining
Merah Putih Restaurant Takes Over Velada: A Celebration of Culinary Diversity
Luxury beachfront resort, The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali, proudly announces an exciting collaboration with one of the most renowned and iconic dining venues in Bali, Merah Putih Restaurant. The Indonesian dining restaurant will be taking over operations at the resort’s Velada sports bar for a three-month period. Starting back on 17 August 2020, the

Paint & Wine on the Nusa Dua Beachfront: Meliá Bali x Bartega Event
For those of you who are avid fans of the paint and sip trend, then be excited to know there’s one coming to Bali! Paint & Wine, Meliá Bali’s upcoming collaboration with Jakarta-based paint and sip company, Bartega, combining the pleasures of wine tasting and the creativity of painting into one social event. Meliá Bali
IDR 100K Beachfront Lunch at Azul Beach Club: Luxurious & Affordable
If you’re looking to treat yourself with something indulgent without spending too much, then look no further. Azul Beach Club is here to make your days brighter and happier with a fantastic lunch promotion that’ll guarantee exquisite meals with affordable prices in a luxurious setting! Nestled on the golden sand coastline of the Padma beachfront
Weekend Celebrations at the Iconic COMO Beach Club
Celebrate your weekends with exciting happenings at the popular COMO Beach Club every Saturday and Sunday. Bring your best mates for a lively Saturday Tunes and Tacos, and spend a relaxing Sunday by the pool with the family. Nestled comfortably on a corner of the surfer’s paradise of Canggu, COMO Beach Club, the relaxed all-day
Meliá Bali: A Tropical Getaway Awaits You
If you’ve been longing for an island escape with sunny beach days, worry not! Meliá Bali is ready to welcome you back in paradise with exciting deals and a guaranteed worry-free stay filled with indulgences perfect for vacationing families. Nestled along the pristine shores of Nusa Dua, Meliá Bali welcomes you to an idyllic island getaway
Kebaya: The Traditional Attire of Balinese Women
Adorned in an elegant lace blouse and batik sarong called kamben, you might notice the Balinese women wearing this attire on their way to the temple for prayers and religious ceremonies. This is the kebaya: the traditional attire of the Balinese women. The kebaya has been the traditional attire of Balinese women since the Dutch
Sing-A-Long: Best Musical Films of the 21st Century
Musical films have been around since the 1920s, a genre featuring songs belted out by the characters that are interlaced into the narrative. From the birth of sound to the arrival of jukebox musicals, the musical film genre has always been popular throughout the decades, birthing iconic classics including The Wizard of Oz, Singin’ in

Udeng : The Traditional Headdress of Balinese Men
Whether in white, black, red or in batik motif, the traditional headdress worn by Balinese men, known as udeng, has a unique philosophy and meaning behind it that plays an important role in the everyday life of Balinese men. The Balinese Hindu people are a community that holds their rich culture and strong beliefs very
From the Pages to the Screen: Best Film Adaptations Based on Books
Films take inspiration from countless sources and subjects. It could be inspired by actual events, songs, plays, art or even video games. However, books are oftentimes the most frequently utilised medium for cinematic inspiration. Sometimes film adaptations can be a double-edged sword, you never know what the outcome of adapting a great book to the