Edward Speirs
Art in Construction: Artist Rostarr’s Monumental Mural Enveloping Potato Head Beach Club
Those visiting Potato Head Beach Club are currently being welcomed by a new face – ‘Evolving Landscapes’, a black and white mural of epic proportions by Korean-American artist, Rostarr. Potato Head Beach Club first opened in 2010, and its initial unveiling captured the imagination with its Colosseum-like façade fashioned by one of Indonesia’s most renowned
Run for Rivers: An Epic Journey from Bali to Java Battling Plastic Pollution
58 days, 1,205 kilometres and 26,000 kilograms of waste later, the founders of environmental organisation Sungai Watch complete their monumental fundraising ‘Run for Rivers’ from Bali to Java to fight plastic pollution in Indonesia. The Bencheghibs are no strangers to drawing attention. Ever since brothers Gary and Sam kayaked down the Citarum River – once
Hunting for History: A Journey Through Bali’s Megalithic and Archaeological Sites
Although Bali is promoted as a cultural destination, in truth the most intriguing sites, experiences and destinations are often hidden from the main tourist trails. But, where should the true history buffs and culture enthusiasts go if they’re looking for something more compelling? Whilst the many temples and shrines, daily offerings and tourist-centred performances of
Discover Nusa Lembongan & Nusa Ceningan in Three Days: An Island Hopping Itinerary
Off the southeast coast of mainland Bali, one will find the conjoined island escapes of Nusa Lembongan and Nusa Ceningan, which we still consider to be underrated destinations on the Bali travel trail – even for residents! Only 40-minutes by boat from the Sanur Harbour, what lies on the other side is total coastal relaxation. Yes,
At Fisherman’s Club, Sanur’s Own Fishermen Supply the Seafood
With hundreds of traditional jukung boats lining the shores of Sanur, it makes perfect sense to see what the local fishermen have to offer from their evening catch. By server a taste of something truly local, straight from the Sanur community itself, Fisherman’s Club celebrates its neighbourhood’s longstanding identity. As much of south Bali was
The Lure of Ubud’s Birdsong: Exploring with Bali Bird Walk
I have had a copy of Victor Mason’s ‘Birds of Bali’ book for a few years: a charming, watercolour-illustrated compendium of the island’s fabulous variety of avian inhabitants. “Of the 300 or so species of birds reported to visit or live in Bali, probably rather less than 100 are likely to be encountered by the
Where Earth Meets Light: Inside Bumi Kinar, Ubud
Tucked between the verdant rice fields and the sacred Petanu River, just minutes from the holy Goa Gajah temple, Bumi Kinar is one of Ubud’s most intriguing resorts, a place where the traditional and the contemporary coexist in one space. Bumi Kinar, which takes its name from two Indonesian words, earth (bumi) and light (sinar),
SALTLICK: Sunsets & Steaks on Seminyak Beach
Wood fire, Wagyu and vintage wines, enjoyed overlooking the beach. SALTLICK Bali isn’t your typical steakhouse. Sunsets have been synonymous with Seminyak Beach ever since Ku De Ta introduced the beach club concept to Bali in the year 2000 — that moment when the sky eases into pink and gold, transformed into a celebration of
In Search of Ancient Bali: Exploring Four Bali Aga Villages
Much of Balinese culture today is considered a continuation of the Majapahit Empire who invaded Bali in 1343. With the arrival of these new rulers, the courtly arts flourished on the island – literature, architecture, music, dance and art, these were some of the major imports of the Hindu-Javanese civilisation. From the wayang shadow puppets to
The Simple Charms of Bedugul’s Strawberry Hill Hotel
Timeless, unassuming and full of charm is how best to describe Strawberry Hill Hotel, a cosy boutique accommodation tucked in the highland landscapes of Bedugul. Just minutes from the expansive Lake Beratan, and the even larger still Bali Botanical Gardens, it makes for the perfect home base to explore this verdant region of central Bali.
Jia CURATED Unveils New Beachfront Location for 2026 Edition
After two successful years taking over Bali Festival Park, immersive design expo, Jia CURATED, has announced a brand new location for their 2026 edition. What has become a highly-anticipated annual design event in Bali, Jia CURATED is a long immersive weekend celebrating design, craft, art and culture. Founded by Budiman Ong, Rudi Winata and Yang
The Kuta Comeback: Can Dining Revitalise Bali’s Original Tourist Hotspot?
Outshined by the hype of new regions, these dining venues are helping to bring a fresh face and new flavours to Bali’s original tourist hotspot. Those who’ve spent time in Bali will remember when everything revolved around Kuta. Days unfolded on the wide sweep of Kuta Beach; nights spilled onto Jalan Legian. For better or
Pawiwahan: The Sacred Union
In Bali, life is marked by ceremony. From birth to death, a Balinese Hindu passes through a series of manusa yadnya, rites of passage, that guide the individual through the stages of existence. The first of which are the many rites that take a newborn baby through childhood, ending with a tooth filing ceremony (metatah).
