Edward Speirs
Pura Tirta Empul: The Holy Spring of Indra
In an area of Bali rich in ancient and archaeological history, you will find a temple within which holy waters are said to gurgle from deep beneath the ground. Pura Tirta Empul, a holy spring temple found in Tampak Siring, is where many Balinese Hindu will go to perform the melukat purification ceremony. However, it
Bali’s Sacred Waters – And Its Many Roles Across the Island
From the gurgling mountain spring to the churning sea, water has many parts to play in Bali. It is a revered element incumbent in everyday life, at least for the Balinese Hindu, who are said to even take its form as they move through the cycles of reincarnation. In life and in death, in heaven
An Ocean of Learning in Bali’s Center for Marine Conservation
Bali-based environmental NGO, the Coral Triangle Center (CTC), is on a mission to educate millions about the oceans, and more specifically how we can protect them. Seeing their impressive Center for Marine Conservation in Sanur, this mission is well on its way. In the space of ocean found between Indonesia, Malaysia, Papua New Guinea, the
The New Prestige of Apéritif Restaurant
As one of Bali’s most opulent fine dining restaurants, Apéritif has secured a reputation as being the go-to destination for special occasions and a truly memorable culinary experience. Inviting new and loyal diners to explore their impeccable kitchen creations, Apéritif have launched a brand new menu, the Prestige Degustation. Available for lunch and dinner, the
New Fine Dining Delights at Di Mare Restaurant
With a location that’s hard to beat atop the cliffs of Uluwatu, with full-length windows ensuring impeccable views across the Indian Ocean, di Mare Restaurant is a real culinary destination. Recently, the restaurant released a brand new menu, as Executive Chef Joseph Antonishek takes guests on a discovery of his favourite Indonesian ingredients, infused masterfully
It’s Smoking in Sundara As the Restaurant Welcomes a New High-End BBQ Dinner Concept
When one thinks of Jimbaran, what comes to mind? The iconic Jimbaran Bay, of course, as well as its accompanying sunsets. Just as famous is the Jimbaran seafood, with rows of restaurants grilling up fresh-caught fish on the beach – a long-time favourite. Inspired by the smokey scenes from their neighbours, the team at Sundara
Fraksi Epos Exhibition: Indonesia’s Contemporary Art Scene Come Together
Inside the construction site of South Beach, a new expansion to the Discovery Shopping Mall in Kuta, an innovative art exhibition and showcase has manifested within the development. Titled Ruang Baur Seni: Fraksi Epos 2022, this one-of-a-kind art event sees a huge collaboration of Bali’s many creative communities, together displaying a mosaic of Indonesia’s up-and-coming
Singapore Airlines Officially Resumes Direct Bali-Singapore Flights
At 11.56AM, 16 February 2022, Singapore Airlines landed in Bali’s I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport, marking the first foreign airline to fly to Bali after the Indonesian government opened Bali to foreign tourism. This inaugural flight was carrying 156 passengers straight from Singapore, 47 of whom were Indonesian citizens and 109 were foreigners. All
Estuarine Explorations at the Kedonganan Mangroves
If you’re looking for an easy-to-access activity, one that takes you into the heart of nature and gives you a new way to see Bali, then a boat trip through the Kedonganan mangroves may just be the ticket. Blessed with a range of environments and landscapes, Bali continues to be a haven for those who
‘Neopitamaha: Tradition [in] Translation’ Art Exhibition: A Visual Discussion of Bali’s Socio-Cultural Issues
An excellent art exhibition is currently on display at Titik Dua Ubud, titled ‘Neopitamaha: Tradition [in] Translation’, featuring eleven Indonesian contemporary artists. The exhibition is a significant moment for art on the island as it takes inspiration from the original Pita Maha art group of 1937. This group, guided by both Western and Balinese artists
For People and Planet: Developing Trail Tourism Across Bali
In an effort to bolster Bali’s local economy, one company is establishing a network of treks and trails throughout Bali with the objective of directly empowering local communities whilst also encouraging a sustainable, eco-tourism model for the island. Bali is no stranger to outdoor tourism, for decades visitors have been able to charge up mountainsides
The Arak Farmers of Karangasem
Before bottles of Grey Goose or Dom Pérignon ever reached the island, the libation of choice was always arak. This island moonshine was not just a delicacy, it was a craft. Today, these arak artisans continue to produce using age-old methods, supplying the local arak scene from their humble, home-based distilleries. ‘Arak – Made in
Pura Taman Ayun: A Beautiful Garden Temple
Taman Ayun Temple is an important part of Bali’s history. It is a remnant of the once powerful Mengwi Kingdom, a place of worship for the kings and queens of old. It is the second largest temple complex on the island today and remains an integral part of Bali’s subak water-sharing system. Manicured to near
