NOW Bali Editorial Team
Food Donations That Need Your Support in Bali
It has almost been a year since Bali went into its first official lockdown, which took place after Nyepi Day of Silence on 26 March 2020. Since then, Bali’s economy has entered the single worst period it has ever experienced, far beyond the Bali bombings or Agung Eruption. The real tragedy is of course the
The Healing Village Spa: The Portal to Your Wellness Journey
If you have yet to visit The Healing Village Spa at Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay, then be prepared to be transported to a tranquil sanctuary centred on the latest in global wellness practices. Here, age-old wisdom is combined with modern awareness in innovative healing treatments under their seven pillars of healing attributes:
Andaz Bali Opens Soon in Sanur: A Modern Take on the Classic Balinese Experience
You can be forgiven for not recognising the name because this is the first of its kind to arrive in Indonesia. The Andaz brand of luxury lifestyle hotels, under the Hyatt umbrella, is already established in 22 other curated locations around the world with its signature concept of weaving the sights, sounds and tastes of
Kang Cing Wie and King Jayapangus : A Bali-China Love Story
Bali’s history is always entertaining; facts and truths are often enmeshed with fantasy and mysticism. One such ‘history’ is thhat of Kang Cing Wie and King Jayapangus, significant for many reasons: it represents an important geopolitical and cultural moment between China and Bali; it birthed important effigies of worship, the Barong Landung; and it is,
The BaliCore Expedition: A 10-day, Coast-to-Coast Walk Through the Heart of Bali
The Bali Covid-19 Relief Expedition (BaliCore) will embark on a 10-day walking expedition through the heart of Bali from April 2 – 11, 2021 in order to raise funds for rural communities across the island who are impacted by the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. The cessation of international travel since March 2020 has created a devastating
Manta Rum: The Bali-Made Rum Impressing Palates
Presenting a unique and high-quality spirit distilled on the tropical paradise of Bali, Astidama Distillery (PT. Asti Dama Adhimukti) utilises the power of nature and Bali’s ample landscape to produce a spirit that is beyond ordinary, Manta Rum. Located in the Tabanan Regency of Bali, Astidama Distillery is set amidst the verdant hills, terraced rice
Meet the New Hatten Wines : A Story of Transformation and Innovation
In 2020, Indonesia’s winemaking pioneer, Hatten Wines, released a line of freshly labelled bottles that turned heads and piqued curiosity among Indonesia’s wine drinking populace. The “new look” for this Bali-based institution in fact represented a much deeper – and more impressive – transformation. Humble beginnings When Hatten Wines started winemaking 26 years ago, with a dream of making Bali one of the ‘new latitude’ wine regions, many wine lovers dismissed them. Why wouldn’t they? Even New World Wines
Bali Most Popular Destination in the World: Trip Advisor’s 2021 Travelers’ Choice Awards
On 26 January 2021, Trip Advisor released the results of their annual ‘Travelers’ Choice® Best of the Best Award’, highlighting , highlighting the Popular, Trending, and Emerging Destinations around the world, as well as a new category for 2021: National Parks. Bali, the island of the gods, was awarded #1 Most Popular Destination in the World.
Ocaso: New Latin-inspired Rooftop Bar & Restaurant in Pecatu
The cliffs of Pecatu have an exciting new addition to their dining scene with the grand opening of Ocaso Rooftop Bar & Restaurant, coming this February. Comfortably perched on a three-storey establishment, Ocaso Rooftop Bar & Restaurant is located close to Padang Padang Beach. Opened by the Braga Group, the restaurant presents a tantalising Latin-inspired
Hearty Party : A Rooftop Sunset Valentine’s Day at Kahuna Restaurant
Some say it doesn’t matter where you are, but only who you’re with — that might be true, but there’s no doubt that the right atmosphere can play pivotal role on ‘setting the scene’. That’s why, this Valentine’s Day, Kahuna Restaurant is giving couple’s front row seats to a Seminyak sunset. Located on the stylish
Iceland Vodka : A Spirit Made in the Rolling Hills of Tabanan, Bali
Harnessing the power of nature and Bali’s bountiful landscape, Astidama Distillery (PT Astidama Adhimukti) presents a unique and high quality spirit distilled on the Island of Gods, Iceland Vodka . Astidama Distillery is located in Bali’s Tabanan Regency, where rolling hills, rice fields and mountains converge to create an exotic, tropical landscape. It is here
6 Bali Bootcamps That Will Kick You Back Into Shape
One of the most popular fitness styles in Bali at the moment are ‘bootcamp’ style workout. If you’re not one for a standard workout in the gym or running on the treadmill, why not mix up your routine and challenge yourself in one of these awesome Bali bootcamps for a real fitness wake up. Note: Photos are taken before Covid-19 Pandemic
Indonesia Shuts Borders to All Foreigners Start of 2021 Amidst New Corona Virus Variant
Indonesia announced that it would be closing its borders from all international destinations, starting from 1 January to 14 January 2021. Indonesian Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi announced this news on 28 December, 2020, during an online press conference. All foreign citizens (WNA – warga negara asing) coming to Indonesia will be prevented entry as a
