NOW Bali Editorial Team
Como Uma Canggu To Open This February
The newest addition to COMO Hotels and Resorts, COMO Uma Canggu is situated on the island’s South West coast, Canggu. The beach front destination offers panoramic views of the soft volcanic sand and rolling waves. This luxury resort in Canggu, an area liked for its laid-back beach scene and rippable surf peaks, will be opening
Fifteen-Course Culinary Experience at Code Grafiti
The casual fine-dining restaurant, Code Grafiti at Yan’s House Hotel Bali in Kuta has introduced a 15-course degustation menu specially conceived by Chef Bondan Yuliarso. The menu comprises of a series of the restaurant’s signature dishes born out of long and meticulous studies of Balinese traditional culinary masterpieces. The 15 items include Obat Nyamuk Lime
Guardians: The Myths Behind Bali’s Wildlife
When talking about animals in Bali, West Bali National Park is a prime example of how wildlife can thrive in a protected area, especially when it is 190 square kilometres. But instead going to the north-western tip of the island, for this edition we take you to the outskirts of Ubud, Mengwi and learn about
Two Islands Wine: Made in Bali
A bottle of wine is always a perfect shopping item. Of all wine brands in Bali, Two Islands Reserve has a great reputation in both local and international societies. The wines of Two Islands Reserve are the result of the brand’s constant exploration of the boundaries of winemaking, and showcase an exclusive glimpse into what
Sava Spa Opens at Hotel Indigo Bali
The new Hotel Indigo Bali Seminyak Beach has just opened its Sava Spa, welcoming those seeking to experience complete head-to-toe indulgence. Designed for deep relaxation and reinvigoration, Sava Spa treatments use only the purest natural active ingredients and the innovations of modern holistic healing together with ancient practices. For example, the Eastern Rose Aromatic Body
Jamu Breakfast: InterContinental Serves Indonesian Healing Remedies
InterContinental Bali Resort is now enhancing the breakfast experience and embracing the Indonesian culture by serving ‘jamu’, a traditional Javanese herbal concoction that is believed to be beneficial in promoting health, fitness and beauty. The remedies are sold on the streets of Indonesia by Javanese jamu ladies, and to give guests a truly authentic experience,
Bali Robert Burns Charity Dinner
This 20 January 2018, join a special Scottish tradition celebrating their national poet, Robert Burns, in this Bali Robert Burns Charity Dinner. Traditionally called ‘Burns Suppers’, every 25th January in Scotland, patrons would gather together to remember the poet who is internationally famous for writing the New Years song “Auld Lang Syne”. Events are filled with
Aqualand: Bali’s Floating Playground
Bali Wake Park has been a favourite destination for wake boarders, beginners and pros, here on the island. Now they’ve expanded their range of water activities with the launching of Aqualand – the floating playground. Currently the Bali Wake Park features state-of-the-art full-size cable systems built around a 5-hectare lake. As the first wakeboard park in Bali, the
Ayana Komodo Resort To Open Summer 2018
Already famed in Bali and Jakarta for world-class hospitality, exceptional hotel design, superior cuisine and unparalleled service standards, AYANA will be launching the first and only five- star resort in the exquisite Labuan Bajo, Waecicu Beach. AYANA Komodo Resort, Waecicu Beach opens summer this year with 12 suites and 189 premium guest rooms. Inspired by
Eating Local at Frestro & Bar
Eating modern means being conscious of where your food comes from and serving food responsibly, from seed to table. The ingenious Chef Jovan Koraag executes and delivers the food as how he cooks for himself: carefully and conscientiously. Food is meant to nourish, and he aims to serve food with as many nutrients as possible.
International Indigenous Film Festival 2018
In partnership with “Handcrafted Films”, “If Not Us Then Who”, and “INFIS”, the first ever International Indigenous Film Festival in Bali will showcase a series of outstanding indigenous films this January 26 – 29. These films highlight the struggles that indigenous people face in Indonesia and around the world and communicate the wisdom and knowledge
Bali Cafes : 13 Great Spots for Coffee, Cakes and Tasty Bites
Whether travelling through or resident here on the island, we all share one addiction: coffee! Bali has a unique combination, firstly it is part of one of the best coffee producing countries in the world, Indonesia; secondly it has had an amazing influence from the café gurus of Australia. The result is an array of
January’s Birthstone of Jemme
Garnet, the birthstone of January, is mined in a rainbow of colours. It is considered a great gift to symbolise friendship and trust. Legend says Garnets light up the night and protects their owners from nightmares. This gem protects against accidents far from home. To start a new year, Jemme offers a few ideas to
