NOW Bali Editorial Team
An Oceanic Brunch Voyage at Arwana Restaurant
Having very recently reopened after a transformative makeover, the beachfront Arwana Restaurant at The Laguna, A Luxury Collection Resort & Spa in Nusa Dua presents their Oceanic Brunch held every Sunday. To complement its enviable coastal locale, opening directly to the serene Nusa Dua beachfront, Arwana’s brunch experience brings diners on a journey through the
Oktobeerfest 2023: Savour Beers from 11 Local Breweries at South+East Brewing Co
Oktoberfest, the world-renowned celebration of beer, gets an awesome Bali twist this 29-30 September as South+East Brewing Co. gathers an esteemed roster of 11 local breweries for one epic weekend! Oktobeerfest 2023 invites you to sip and savour the hoppy goodness of Bali’s craft beer industry all in one place. The Bavarian ‘Volksfest’ in Munich
Leyak: Balinese Sorcery and the Practice of Witchcraft
Perhaps the most feared of all of Bali’s supernatural phenomenons is the leyak (or leak), the ‘witches’ and practitioners of black magic. Ajian Pangleyakan is the study of Balinese sorcery. It is considered an ancient art and study into the realms of Bali’s niskala, or ‘unseen’, world. There is a lontar (palm leaf manuscript) on Aji
ULTRA Beach Bali 2023: Lineup, Venue and Tickets Announced
ULTRA Beach Bali, one of the biggest annual music festivals is set to make its return in 2023! This year, the highly anticipated event will take place high on the perch of the Jimbaran lifestyle and leisure destination, Locca Sea House. ULTRA Beach, the tropical waterfront festival concept by the globally renowned ULTRA Worldwide brand
Pura Melanting: Of Merchants and Mysteries
An impressive stairway, lined by vibrant carvings of mythical dragons, marks the entrance to this important temple, found on the dusty mountainsides of Buleleng Regency, north Bali. As a kahyangan jagat, or universal temple, Pura Melanting is visited by all Balinese Hindus, especially those in search of success in business. The history of this temple
New Look and Rooftop Bar at the Revamped Salsa Verde Restaurant
The celebrated family resort, Grand Hyatt Bali, is excited to unveil the reopening of Salsa Verde, the resort’s poolside and beachfront Italian restaurant. Diners are now welcome to experience the revamped restaurant along with its new rooftop bar terrace area, Salsa Bar. Boasting a multi-generational experience that caters to guests of all ages, the refreshed
Indulge in a Spread of Mediterranean Delights at Sateria Beachside Restaurant
Nestled on the tranquil coastline of Nusa Dua, experience a dining experience overlooking the ocean where Meliá Bali’s signature Sateria Beachside Restaurant invites island foodies to indulge in its Mediterranean-inspired culinary offerings. Sateria Beachside Restaurant is the resort’s crown jewel when it comes to exquisite dining. With tables lined up on the beachfront deck, under
Bali Island School Celebrates Impressive 2023 Graduate Results, Surpassing Global Averages
Bali Island School announces superb results for their International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme students and shares their latest upgraded school facilities as they start the new academic year. As one of the premier international schools on the island, Bali Island School offers a top-level education. The school implements the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum through the student’s
Experience Bali’s Traditional Communal Dining with Segaran’s New ‘Megibung Menu’
At Segaran Dining Terrace, Jumeirah Bali, guests are invited to experience a truly authentic Balinese dining tradition with the launch of the new ‘Megibung Menu’. Inspired by the age-old customs of Bali’s indigenous villages, the megibung menu presents both a taste of local flavours as well as a unique way to dine. Served in the
Ubud Writers & Readers Festival 2023: Past, Present and Future
The highly-anticipated annual Ubud Writers & Readers Festival (UWRF) 2023 is set to make its return this 18-22 October 2023. This year’s event is a special one as it marks the 20th anniversary edition of the festival with the theme being ‘Atita, Wartamana, Anagata: Past, Present and Future’. The festival, organised by the foundation Yayasan
A Charming Seaside Breakfast at Toya Beach Bar & Grill
Experience a charming oceanfront dining experience at Toya Beach Bar & Grill, where the chic, coastal culinary destination presents an exquisite Seaside Breakfast indulgence. Found within Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort, the inviting Toya Beach Bar & Grill is nestled along the pristine south Bali coastline. The venue invites you for a morning of
Inside the Exclusive Pool Villas of Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve
For those in search of a peaceful escape immersed in the wonders of nature, retreat to an enchanting tropical haven on the Ubud highlands at Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve. With a name inspired by the entrance to a traditional Hindu temple, the resort’s Reserve Two-Bedroom Pool Villa or the Mandapa Three-Bedroom Pool Villa provides luxurious
Take a Swing at this Seaside Golf Experience at Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort
Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort guests who are avid golfers or simply golf hobbyists enjoying the sport as a relaxing pastime can now enjoy a scenic golfing journey at the luxurious five-star resort with their Seaside Golfing experience. Head out to the pristine Nusa Dua beachfront situated in front of the resort and enjoy
