NOW Bali Editorial Team
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
Goldfinger : A James Bond New Year’s Eve at Mozaic Restaurant
Welcoming 2021 with style and class, Mozaic Restaurant in Ubud presents a special dinner for New Year’s eve, themed ‘Goldfinger’. Inspired by the classic James Bond movie, expect a glittering and sophisticated dining experience to bid 2020 a big farewell. For those who have never been to this iconic dining destination in Ubud, Mozaic is
‘Pink Gin’ : A Tropical Fundraising Pool Party at Cascades Bali
Spirits in Bali have been lifted at the start of December, and now more spirits will be raised as Cascades Restaurant in Ubud brings us their ‘Pink Gin Pool Party’, an afternoon of canapés and cocktails to raise funds for the environmental movement Plastic Exchange. Cascades Restaurant, which re-opened earlier this year, is the stunning
Grammy-nominated Jazz Pianist, Joey Alexander, Set to Perform at Hotel Tugu Bali
A glimmer of hope and positivity befalls Bali: Hotel Tugu Bali announces that they will be holding an incredibly rare performance by Joey Alexander, a 17-year-old, Indonesian artist and composer. The concert is titled Homecoming, as the young artist was born in Bali. Joey is a three-time Grammy nominated jazz pianist, and despite his age is internationally recognised
In Memoriam : Made Wianta
Sadness struck Bali’s art community as news spread of the passing of Made Wianta on 13 November 2020, at the age of 70. Made Wianta is considered one of Bali’s most revered contemporary artists, one who broke the mould of Bali’s classical and traditional painting and went beyond any possible creative expectations. His career has
