NOW Bali Editorial Team
InterContinental Bali Resort Blooms with a Garden-Inspired Festive Season
This festive season, InterContinental Bali Resort invites guests to step into ‘Le Jardin de Jimbaran‘, a theme that highlights the grand, verdant gardens of this iconic beachfront property, set to host exquisite dining, elegant soirées, and moments of festive enchantment. InterContinental Bali Resort will officially welcome the holiday season on 1 December 2025 at 5.30
Welcome a Season of Enchantment at Raffles Bali
This year-end holiday, Raffles Bali welcomes holiday-goers to embrace the spirit of the season at their stunning resort, surrounded by the lush landscapes of Jimbaran. The five-star resort has curated a Season of Enchantment festive celebrations and culinary offerings to make your year-end escape a special one. On 24 & 25 December, Rumari invites guests
Celebrate the Festive Holidays in Italian Elegance at Bvlgari Resort Bali
Perched on the dramatic cliffs of Uluwatu, the Bvlgari Resort Bali ushers in the festive season with unmistakable Italian sophistication. This December, the resort transforms into a haven of refined celebration, where clifftop cocktails and world-class dining experiences capture the spirit of the holidays in signature Bvlgari style. From 26 November 2025 to 1 January
Estia: A Wood-Fired Greek Culinary Haven in the Heart of Seminyak
Indulge in a taste of Greece at Estia, a brand-new wood-fired Greek restaurant and the latest venture by 8° Projects Group. At its core is fire – where wood-fired cooking infuses depth, smokiness, and rustic character into every dish. Here, Greek family-style sharing plates, flamed-charred meats and vegetables, and a late-night gyro-to-go window converge in
IBU KOTA Brings Jakarta’s Vibrant Spirit to Canggu
Bringing the vibrant spirit of Jakarta to Bali, the newly opened IBU KOTA in Canggu is the latest talk of the town. Here, guests can expect tantalising grilled seafood, bold local flavours, great music, and the unmistakable city energy – all wrapped in warm, genuine hospitality. Born from a dynamic collaboration between The Cakap Group
Jalak Deck: MĀUA Nusa Penida’s New Panoramic Multipurpose Venue
MĀUA Nusa Penida has unveiled its newest addition with the launch of Jalak Deck, a versatile multipurpose venue designed to enrich guest experiences with its sweeping panoramic views overlooking the lush forest and the island’s iconic sunrises. The name “Jalak” draws inspiration from the critically endangered Bali Starling, also known as Jalak Bali, a bird
Welcome a Sparkling Festive Season at Holiday Inn Resort Baruna Bali
This festive season, Holiday Inn Resort Baruna Bali transforms its beachfront sanctuary into a tropical holiday wonderland through their Sparkling Treasure celebrations. With pirate-themed entertainment and lively beachfront festivities, the resort promises a family-focused experience this holiday season. Christmas Day brings the Jingle and Dine celebration at Palms Restaurant, held on 25 December from 6
Embrace Vibrant Festive Moments at Hotel Indigo Bali Seminyak Beach
This festive season, soak in the island’s holiday spirit and the lively charm of Seminyak as Hotel Indigo Bali Seminyak Beach invites you to celebrate the year-end with a tropical flair and a true neighbourhood vibe – vibrant, warm, and full of cheer. From relaxed family gatherings to seaside celebrations, enjoy joyful feasts and spirited
From Bali to Flores: AYANA’s Sun-sational Festive Experiences
Be it a seafood Christmas feast on the shores of Waecicu Beach or beachfront fireworks along Jimbaran Bay, AYANA invites you to embrace the holiday season with their Festive Sunsation experiences, from Bali to Flores. Beginning on 6 December, when both AYANA Bali and AYANA Komodo Waecicu Beach will host Christmas Tree Lighting ceremonies, a
Discover The Sound, Taste & Feeling Beyond The Plate at LUMA
Nestled along Batu Bolong, the Mediterranean-inspired LUMA beats with a Canggu rhythm in its interconnected pulses of food, design, music and people. As such, it’s a restaurant that goes beyond the dinner plates to be a hot spot for its flavours and atmosphere. Behind LUMA is Chef Cameron Emirali, from London’s 10 Greek Street, and
Festive on the Cliffs: Six Senses Uluwatu’s Mindful Year-End Celebrations
Perched atop the dramatic cliffs of Uluwatu, the award-winning eco-luxury resort, Six Senses Uluwatu, unveils “The Soul of Uluwatu: A Mindful Celebration Beyond the Horizon” – a festive programme honouring the island’s spirit through soulful indulgences, grounded elegance, and holistic wellbeing. The celebration begins with Sacred Megibung Eve on 24 December at Rocka Restaurant from
Toast to the Season of Joy at The Oberoi Beach Resort, Bali
Usher in the year-end holidays at The Oberoi Beach Resort, Bali, as the long-standing Seminyak institute marks its 47th festive season. This year, gather with loved ones and experience the Oberoi Season of Joy with a series of extraordinary celebrations where timeless tradition meets unparalleled luxury. Indulge in epicurean journeys curated by Executive Chef Natalino
Letters from Bali: Local Opinions on the Future of Tourism
Tourism may be the lifeblood of the island, but that shouldn’t mean tourists can take advantage of the hospitality that has been afforded to them; nor does it mean that tourism should be the be-all end-all of Bali either! Civic Participation NGO, BASAibu, recently collected insights from everyday Balinese communities to hear their honest feedback on
