NOW Bali Editorial Team
Suki’s Summer Shades
Suki’s down-to-earth sophistication is the product of a passionate commitment to quality and style. The use of natural materials with a focus on detail is what makes each one-of-a-kind design unique. On the journey from conception through to production, each pair of Suki sunglasses is nurtured with the utmost love and passion. The Indonesian brand
Life on Bali Coasts Through a Lens
The coasts of Bali are celebrated for their vibrant life in the fishermen villages, the breathtaking colourful skies during sunsets especially on the south coast, the serene, secret beaches that beg to be explored by responsible travellers, and the some of the best surfs in the world that lure many experienced surfers to ride them.
The Five Best Around Ubud Town
Variety is the spice of life around Ubud and even though the trend is moving towards raw and vegan, or worse, raw vegan, there is still plenty of choice for delicious food as well. Here we check five of the best, all completely different. Whether you are staying in Ubud, or making a day visit,
World Chaine Day
This dinner was the celebration of World Chaine Day and was held at Sip. Located on the main street in Seminyak, Bali and being Saturday, the coming and going of curious tourists, party goers and other Saturday night revellers added to the excitement and anticipation of this special dinner. Guest were greeted with champagne and
Denisifique Homme
The fact is, around 50 percent of men in the world, including Indonesia, experience hair fall that lead to hair thinning. Therefore, since 2013, the luxury hair and scalp treatment brand known as Kérastase has been introducing Stemoxydine® 5% in its product Densifique, which supports hair follicle strengthening. For 2016, Kérastase introduced a new innovation
Pagerwesi Day : Fortifying Against Evil
This is a special day on the Balinese Calendar; on Pagerwesi, the Balinese protect themselves from evil forces. Learn More: Pagerwesi Day has a close association with Saraswati Day. It falls four days after Saraswati, the day of knowledge and wisdom, tying in the two special holy days on the Balinese calendar. Pagerwesi commemorates the day upon which
The Garden of Life: Where Charities Blossom
The Garden of Life Foundation is an incredibly unique and ambitious project here in Bali that aims to unite people, communities and businesses together to help the island’s existing charities to grow further and continue to prosper. Sadly, Bali is not immune to the environmental, socio-economic, health or other problems that are found around the
Precious Jemme
This Petitenget jewellery paradise glitters with gemstones, and just the right mix of extravagance and understated elegance. Whether you’re looking for a momento of your visit to Bali, a gift for a loved one, or a unique and fine piece of everlasting jewellery, Jemme has it all. While Jemme’s collection continues to evolve, the brand’s
Biku Restaurant: Have Your Pinkies Ready
This restaurant, famous for its afternoon tea, somehow balances a contemporary and trendy feel whilst holding a traditional Indonesian identity, without playing to stereotypes. It’s been more than seven years now since it first opened its doors, and it has established itself as a Seminyak institution. Located in the hip Seminyak area, Biku attracts a
Before and After… Us
Do you have a personal goal? Or if you own or influence a company or organisation, a corporate goal? Grundfos the Norwegian (but Global) Pump manufacturer has one: “To deliver the world to the next generation in a better state than we inherited it” Pretty simple isn’t it? And you honestly know the consequences of
Water Palaces in the Age of Rajas
The original water garden, built in 1901 on the site, was called Kolam Dirah. It had been used by the old raja for exorcism rites, but the municipal follies put an end to all that. Last month I was interviewed for a French cultural television documentary about the Taman Sukasada water palace of the last
Rhythm and Motion: Blending Music and Massage
Rhythm and Motion, the world’s first fully immersive music-centric spa menu utilising amplified vibrations, pressures and patterns is set to launch soon at Rock Spa, located at Hard Rock Hotel Bali. The groundbreaking experience takes guests on a rhythmic massage journey — bass vibrations ripple through the massage table as treble beats come from above,
Refined Dining Experiences
Despite the huge rise in Bali’s food scene, which now bustles with all-day breakfast establishments, health cafes and niche dining spots, a fine dining experience remains a hard find. Fine dining requires impeccable service, polished furnishings, a unique dining atmosphere and, of course, food that stirs and stimulates the eyes, mounth and even mind of
