NOW Bali Editorial Team
The Ultimate Foodies Getaway to Bali: A 4-Day Culinary Adventure
Imagine a 4-day, all expenses paid, food-focused holiday to the island of the gods. Well, for two lucky food photographers, this became a reality having won the Ultimate Foodies Getaway in 2017. Without a doubt, Indonesia’s food industry has exploded in both quantity and quality in recent years. The flavours of innovation and creativity, which
TEDxUbud 2018: Inspiring an Audience Once Again
Another year of TEDxUbud has come and gone and it will be a long wait before the almost cult-following can sit enrapt in the pews of inspiration once again. To those not present, this may sound like exaggeration, but TEDxUbud 2018 saw a stage occupied by people bringing serious, positive change to the world for
Element by Westin Opens in Ubud
Standing amidst the luscious greenery in the cultural town of Ubud, Element by Westin Bali Ubud welcomes guests to encounter Bali’s true enchanting rituals. Located only a few minutes drives from the Ubud centre, this property is suitable for those who desire a bit more privacy and love to surround themselves with nature. A perfect
Parachute Bali: Honest Food and Canggu Vibes
Recently opened last month, an all-day dining experience called Parachute, is located in the heart of Berawa and pays homage to its name perfectly with the dining terrace and garden positioned under the 64 foot wide and 19,5 meters high sheer olive parachute. The place encompasses the local community vibe, unassumingly sophisticated and playful. There
Pura Luhur Uluwatu Temple: The Gate to Heaven
Pura Luhur Uluwatu or popularly known as the Uluwatu temple is dramatically located on a cliff’s edge. The temple, as documented on ancient lontar, is also a portal that can transfer those who deserve it to heaven. Uluwatu temple is celebrated for its religious importance and the stunning natural surroundings, making it one of the
Jemme’s Birthstone of May: The Emerald
For those celebrating birthdays in this month of May, your stone represents happiness, wisdom, good fortune and faithfulness. This grass-green member of the beryl family also represents rebirth and new life. Our friends at Jemme Bali , present their Bali-made emerald designs for those hoping to bring out their own beauty. Bringing in a
Henry’s Grill & Bar Serves Succulent Steaks and Wood-Fired Delights
Located on Jalan Raya Kartika, alongside Lippo Mall Kuta, a recently opened dining scene has finally unveiled to the public after two years of development by Aryaduta Hotel Group and Aryaduta Bali. Offering a different concept than most of the hotels on this island, Henry’s Grill & Bar offers a street side independent eatery with
Rainforest Retreat: An Ubud Spa Experience Out in Nature
Enjoy a day of indulgence deep in the Ayung River Valley with Alila Ubud Spa’s ‘Rainforest Retreat’. Going beyond a simple Ubud spa treatment, expect to spoiled for this half-day of pampering and unwinding. Alila Ubud has long been famous for its infinity pool, appearing to stretch out into the forest and valley that surrounds
Pura Kebo Edan Temple and The God with Four Penises
The sexual tension used to be high at this temple. The male worshippers envied the size of the god’s phallus, and the females were aroused. And so the statue of god Ciwa Bhairawa with his four phalluses were covered with a chequered cloth. Pura Kebo Edan is an interesting temple with an unusual story. But
Pura Rambut Siwi : The Temple That Grew from Hair
Dang Hyang Nirartha stumbled upon this temple during his pilgrimage journey in the mid-sixteenth century. The temple was ruined, so Nirartha took a lock of his hair to fix it. The biggest temple in the Jembrana regency, Pura Rambut Siwi, occupies the West coastal area with majestic grandeur of Balinese architecture and a captivating ocean
Mothers Day in Bali: Brunches and Spas For Mum
On Sunday, 13 May 2018, we will be celebrating Mothers Day in Bali. That’s right, for one day of the year – although it should be more! – we turn our eyes and attention to the woman that has nurtured us through our childhood and made us the people we are. So, Mothers Day is
Spoil Mum This Mothers Day at the InterContinental Bali Resort
Every mother deserves to know they’re special, and whilst really we should be celebrating our Mothers every single day, Mothers Day is a great, worldwide reminder on how special Mums really are. On Sunday, 13 May 2018, the InterContinental Bali Resort is celebrating Mothers Day in Bali, and invites you to spoil your Mum in
The Trans Resort Unveils Their FIFA World Cup 2018 Dessert
Welcoming the prestigious FIFA World Cup 2018 in Russia, The Trans Resort Bali offers plenty of exciting activities and events for all football fans around the island. The event series will start by unveiling the creative FIFA World Cup 2018 Dessert in collaboration with Veliche gourmet Belgian chocolate made by Chef Francois Galtier, as the
