NOW Bali Editorial Team
Escaping to The Green of the East
East Bali has one predominating colour – green. It is a place of verdant panoramas – of rice fields, green hills and mysterious mountains. No traffic jams mar your time and the smiles you meet are genuinely friendly. While life buzzes long and loud in Bali’s deep south, another, more rural Bali awaits just an
Of Indokrupuks and Tjokaholics
In the late 1970s, Aussie girls in particular started falling in love with Kuta beach stud-muffins and ‘Love as long as your visa lasts’ sometimes become a life of drudgery in a Perth suburb. There were of course many exceptions! But these girls tended to take their exotic hubbies home.When I first lived in Indonesia
Osulande’s World Music at Potato Head Beach Club
Just last month, Bali’s iconic Potato Head Beach Club played host to Osulande, a guy who, for fans of world music and soulful house music, is something of a legend. Osulande is known to have composed music for the world-famous Sesame Street during the late 1980s and early 1990s. He has worked with renowned artists
Rediscovering Real Bali
Watching the sun rise over mountains, being immersed in the verdant greens of Bali’s rice fields and plunging into secret waterfalls; my adventure with NEWbali reintroduced that feeling of wonder that the island’s beauty has on newcomers, a feeling I had forgotten for a while. Too many times have I heard people say “I’m
Celebrating Indonesia’s Independence
It was surely one of the great moments in history when Soekarno and Hatta declared independence from the Dutch in 1945. To be free to govern themselves after kowtowing to the colonial government of some far-off European nation was a magical feeling which spread from end to end of this vast archipelago. But with that
Jenggala’s Ingka Collection
Inspired by the traditional Indonesian basket weave called ingka, Jenggala has created a new line of ceramic tableware to honour Balinese and Indonesian heritage. Ingka is a classic handicraft product carefully woven from spines of the palmyrah plant (lontar). Traditionally made into plates or trays, they were used for religious purposes or to serve food.
Padma Ubud Opens its Doors for Discerning Travellers
Ensconced within an untouched river valley overlooking the enchanting bamboo forests of Payangan in Ubud; the 149-room Padma Resort Ubud is an expansive destination resort located north of Bali’s celebrated cultural centre. Featuring the five-star amenities and facilities offered by the renowned Padma hospitality brand, including stunning views from every room or suite, an 89-metre
BALINALE 2015 Returns with the Theme Face of Diversity
Brace yourself because Bali International Film Festival, or BALINALE returns this September, from Thursday 24th to Wednesday 30th. The festival, which this year will take on the theme “Face of Diversity,” is partnering with Cinemaxx, situated at the popular and convenient Lippo Mall Kuta in Jalan Kartika Plaza. Enjoy film premieres, daily movie screenings, professional
“Tri Hita Karana” Photo Exhibition at Conrad Bali
Conrad Bali’s Living Lobby Art Master Series 2015 is now featuring three Balinese photographers: Pandu Adnyana, Tjandra Hutama, and I Nengah Januartha. Using the medium of photography, the three artists try to depict the Balinese traditional idea of Tri Hita Karana. Tri Hita Karana, a Balinese term which translates literally to “three causes of well-being”
The Yale Whiffenpoofs Make a Return at The St. Regis Bali Resort
Continuing a collaborative tradition in support of UNICEF’s “Check Out for Children” Programme, The St. Regis Bali Resort proudly presents an exclusive performance by—the world’s oldest and best-known collegiate, a capella group—The Yale Whiffenpoofs. With the concept of gastronomic excellence in its fifth consecutive year, this elegant charitable event is going to be held on
Preservártíon Charity Night and Art Exhibition
To commemorate Indonesian Independence Day, Le Méridien Bali Jimbaran is proud to announce its continuous contribution to support Balinese culture with an enriching and inspiring charity night that will take place on 14 August 2015. This event will showcase the best culture, couture, and cuisine of Bali. While the living legend Balinese dancer, Maestro Gus
Indonesia Celebrates 70 Years of Independence
August 17th is a date that will be celebrated by all people from the Indonesian archipelago as the date marks the 70th anniversary of the country’s independence. During the day, celebrations will take place from the westernmost tip of Indonesia’s Aceh to the easternmost of Papua, with people taking part in flag raising ceremonies and
The Secret of Mangosteen
The East Lobby Lounge of Conrad Bali is home to the exotic “The Secret of Mangosteen”, a bright, citrus forward cocktail with tropical notes, made with Ketel One vodka, Cointreau, fresh pressed citrus, the flesh of mangosteen fruit and mint. Have a sip of the cocktail, and gaze across the shimmering pools from the comfort
