Edward Speirs
A Sunrise Breakfast at Andaz Bali, Sanur’s Latest Rendezvous
As Sanur is famous for its sunrises, Andaz Bali has opened their breakfast experience (starting early in the morning) so more can take in that easy-going Sanur atmosphere. Since it opened, the all-new Andaz Bali has piqued the interest of many Bali residents and would-be visitors, as the latest addition to Sanur. With its refined
Plataran Menjangan Resort : In the Wilderness of West Bali National Park
On the far-flung northwestern corner of Bali, the West Bali National Park remains veiled in forested obscurity. Within this fringe destination, seemingly an infinite distance away, Plataran Menjangan Resort has created a unique, nature-focused enclave that may just be escapism at its best. Occupying a substantial 190-square kilometres of land and sea, the West Bali
Agama Tirta : Bali’s Religion of Water | Episode 17
Agama Tirta , the Religion of Water. This is what Balinese religion was often referred to before it’s official title of Hindu Dharma, as water was – and continues to be – an essential element in the rituals and even belief of the Balinese. Today’s episode is taken from one of Jean Couteau’s articles in
Paksi Ireng : A Balinese Artist’s Philosophy on Nature, Disaster and Human Perspective
Balinese artist and activist, Marmar Herayukti, shared his philosophy behind his re-introduced work ‘Paksi Ireng’, the Blackbird. An ogoh-ogoh statue that asks its viewers to question their perspective on nature, natural disasters and how humans fit into the natural world. Man vs Nature The anthropocene. The age of humans, an (unofficial) epoch defined by humanity’s
Is Bali Ready to Open? The Industry Shares Their Thoughts
For the full article on When Will Bali Reopen for Tourists please go to the link provided. This article is a discussion on Bali’s preparedness, based on industry input. In this article, we discuss (1) the targets that must be made for Bali to re-open to tourists, and how tourism will operate going forward; and (2) how
Cuca’s Creative Comeback: An Exciting New Menu at this Jimbaran Favourite
Deciding to close up shop is a difficult decision for any restaurateur; and for a restaurant that was serving hundreds of hungry patrons every day for years, it is likely a surreal moment. Having hustled and bustled non-stop since they opened, Cuca in Jimbaran — run by the dynamic duo of Chef Kevin Cherkas and
Vaitasa : Pop-Up Art Exhibition Uplifting Emerging Indonesian Artists
From 3 April – 24 April 2021, a pop-up art exhibition, Vaitasa, will be held featuring six emerging Indonesian artists. The exhibition is a collaboration between Cakravala and Aksu, taking place at T Lofts & Co-Living. There have been many effects of the pandemic, and one seldom discussed is how the pandemic has affected artists.
Crisis Kitchen Bali : Feeding, Empowering and Supporting Bali’s Newly Vulnerable Communities
This is the story of one organisation, Crisis Kitchen Bali, and their continuous efforts to feed, empower and assist the people of Bali. A year after Bali’s first lockdown, and the subsequent decline of the island’s tourist economy, many on the island still struggle to make ends meet. It’s a reality that is difficult to
Understanding Bali : An Introduction to the Island of the Gods | Episode 16
Why is Bali the way it is? How is there a solitary Hindu island in the largest muslim country in the world (by population)? Why is its brand of Hinduism different than what is found in India? Why is it called the Island of the Gods? To understand everything we see in Bali today, it’s
Bali Govt Extends and Tightens Social Restrictions Until 8 February – An Analysis
On 24 January 2021, the Bali Provincial Government (Pemprov Bali) released a new circular (SE 02 Tahun 2021) announcing that they were extending the social restrictions, known as Pemberlakuan Pembatasan Kegiatan Masyarakat (PPKM), that were already in place. The call for extension comes just one day before original deadline for the restriction. The new circular
Wave of Plastic Waste Returns to Bali Shores (And How We Can Stop It)
Bali’s famous Kuta beachfront was once again awash with marine debris, most of which was plastic, giving residents a harsh reminder of their environmental impact. Whilst this did not bode well for the new year in Bali, solutions do exist for this persistent ecological problem, which we share here. Skip to solutions A bad start
‘Bye Bye Plastic Bags’ Opens Office Showcasing Bali’s Sustainable Solutions
On one of Bali’s quaint and rural roads leading to Seseh Beach, on the fringes of development, a plot of land catches the eyes of the locals and frequenting scooter-riding surfers. Five shipping containers are stacked beside and atop each other, standing on stilts above a garden in its early stages. Solar panels line the
Bali Provincial Government’s Last-Minute Holiday Regulations a Blow to Tourists and Industry
On 14 December 2020, the Bali Provincial Government posted their latest ‘Surat Edaran’ or Circular Letter, outlining the new rules they had set for the upcoming Christmas and New Year holidays. The letter (Surat Edaran 2021 Tahun 2020) has since been received with both shock and anger as the last-minute regulations have a direct impact
