NOW Bali Editorial Team
In Our Memory: ROLE Foundation Founder Mike O’Leary Passes Away
It is with a heavy heart we share the news of Mike O’Leary’s passing on the 26th November 2019. A central part of the local community, Mike O’Leary was the founder of R.O.L.E Foundation and BaliWISE, a man who loved the environment and Bali and spent his years doing what he could to support and
Villa Nago : A Lavish Seminyak Stay You Will Love
Boasting a spectacular design and calming atmosphere, a luxurious villa has just opened up in Seminyak. Villa Nago sets the right tone for a rejuvenating holiday amidst the hustle and bustle of this popular area. Whether your idea of a dream holiday centres on food and drink, long-stretched beaches, boutique shopping or buzzing nightlife, Villa
Eggnog, Slow-Smoked Turkey, Lava Cake and Rock’n’Roll: It’s Christmas at Avenue A
If you’re looking for a quiet Christmas, cosied up on the couch in your pyjamas with Mariah Carey’s ‘All I Want for Christmas’ on repeat, then read no further. But if you’re after tasty turkey with all the trimmings, a glass of eggnog, with a little bit of rock and roll on the side, then
Mason Elephant Park Awarded for Animal Welfare & Conservation
Mason Elephant Park & Lodge in Taro, Ubud, received a Gold Certification from the Asian Captive Elephants Standards (ACES), effectively recognising the park’s commitment to the welfare and conservation of their Sumatran elephants. ACES is an independent animal welfare enterprise providing elephant parks with the methodology, guidance, and on-site support needed to ensure captive elephants
Badung, Unchartered: Secrets of Bali’s Most Popular Regency
Shaped like the traditional Keris dagger, Badung regency is home to the island’s famous Kuta, Seminyak, Canggu, Jimbaran, Uluwatu, and Nusa Dua. But up on the region’s north, you’ll find a different Badung, especially with the absence of the cliché hotspots crowded by the millions visiting Bali. Badung is the wealthiest, most developed regency in
Eat, Drink & Play at The Beach House
Having opened mid-2019, Away Bali Legian Camakila’s signature restaurant and bar, The Beach House, offers a destination for those seeking indulgence in Legian. The venue comprises three different areas; grass area with a vintage VW Combi serving various favourite drinks, restaurant and bar with an infinity pool overlooking the ocean, and a rooftop and sports
Bali: Tropical paradise turned shopping-lovers’ heaven
Boho-chic, Parisian elegance, edgy-cool, ethnic luxe; Bali may be renowned for its exotic climate and idyllic beaches, but today it is evolving into a diverse and exciting hub for fashion. The beauty of the artisan-entrepreneur fusion manifests itself best in the quality leather and fine jewellery pieces which can be bought in Bali, while swimwear
Si Jin Bali : A Carnivore’s Paradise with a Korean Flair
Presenting some of the most exquisite selections of meat handpicked from all around the world, SI JIN Bali introduces an unsurpassable journey of discovery and appreciation of meat. Found on Jalan Lebak Sari in Seminyak, just off the busying main road of Petitenget, Si Jin Bali presents a sleek, modern dining destination. With a closed,
The Bali Hope Swimrun 2019 and the Birth of ‘Island Protect’
An extraordinary group are coming together for a unique event to help protect Lembongan and Ceningan from its plastics crisis. Fired up by the plastics crisis and keen to make a difference, an extraordinary group of Indonesians, Australians and Americans and Brits have come together to take on a unique endurance challenge created by the
Unique Beachfront Picnic Could be Bali’s Ultimate Romantic Experience
If you’re after a little bit of romance on this paradise island, this may be just what you are looking for. The luxurious Romantic Picnic Lunch by Samabe Bali Suites & Villas is a secluded set up under a pergola on Samabe Beach. Sit with breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean, as you and your
Fat Mermaid’s All-New Sharing Seafood Platter
Nestled in a quiet corner of Canggu, on Nelayan Road, the stylish and colourful restaurant, Fat Mermaid, brings you fresh bounties of the ocean that you and a group of friends can dive into together. The all-new sharing platter known as ‘Sea Gang’s’ presents all of your seafood favourites, with a portion big enough for
Resort Chic : Why You’ll Love Bamboo Blonde’s Newest Looks
This street-style magnet has built a fierce social presence on the island among local and international followers. With 13 stores spanning across Bali, Bamboo Blonde has been redefining the ‘island babe’ look in line with contemporary fashion since 2007. Found on the island’s most popular corners, Bamboo Blonde is hard to miss, whether it’s standing
A KU DE TA Christmas : Luxe Feasts and Family Affairs
This Christmas in Bali, why not settle into one of Bali’s most iconic destinations, KU DE TA, the pioneer of beachfront lifestyle on the island. If celebrating Christmas overlooking Seminyak Beach isn’t a special celebration, we don’t know what is! Yes, the legendary KU DE TA as well as fine dining restaurant Mejekawi invite you
