Namhar Hernanto
Experiencing Labuan Bajo with Ayana Komodo Resort
This tropical jewel box remained a secret for years, only explored by those willing to go off the popular travel map to discover hidden gems away from the tourist masses. Now that infrastructure has been improved and the tourism industry is maturing, Labuan Bajo has gained a reputation as a must-visit destination with many predicting
Bali’s Nightly Cultural Performances
An evening of cultural appreciation should leave a memorable experience on your Bali travel diary. And doing so is like a picnic, for there are countless nightly traditional Balinese dance performances held on many corners of the island for you to come and watch. So much more than just a form of art, traditional dances
Double Ikat Restaurant : Indonesia on a Plate
Bold, strong and exotic flavours are the driving force behind the burgeoning popularity of Indonesian food. Freshness also abounds in the dishes from across the archipelago with garnishes such as basil, limes, chives, and many others. Up in the Bukit area, Double Ikat dishes up some improvements, adding the sensory excitement in the restaurant’s offerings
Eat Streets of Bali : Seminyak – Canggu
Probably the first area that cemented the food culture on the island with its ‘eat street’, Seminyak is home to some of Bali’s most renowned restaurants, and where connoisseurs flock to get a fix of good food. From European and Asian dishes, to American and anywhere else in between, Seminyak knows just how to entertain
Wine and Chocolate, Made in Bali
Before we take you on a culinary tour through the eat streets of Bali, we’d like to introduce to you two Bali brands that aim to bring the local Indonesian products and produce to the international stage of the food and beverage industry. The two brands take pride in what they do and make, and
Discovering the Treasures of Gianyar Regency
Gianyar is characterised by its terraced rice fields, dense forests, and dramatic, rolling landscapes. Nature really stands out in this region, and so do the region’s villages of naturally talented artists and craftsmen. Coming through Jalan Tohpati to Gianyar, you’ll drive through Batubulan, the region’s village that is home to the island stone carvers. This
Bali Luna : What’s Cooking, Tanjung Benoa?
Exploring Tanjung Benoa on a culinary quest will take you to one of Bali’s best kept dining secrets. Nestled by the azure lagoon pool of Hotel Nikko Bali Benoa Beach, Bali Luna is where culinary sensations from around the world are served with genuine, impeccable service. Starting this August, Bali Luna will buzz with a
Dance Maestro Ni Ketut Arini and the Festivity of Balinese Dance
Almost everything celebratory in Bali starts with a dance. Whether it’s a religious ceremony, a festival, opening of a conference, or even a dinner at nice resorts, a traditional Balinese dance will be performed to welcome the attendees and kick start the occasion – a unique gesture that has captured the hearts of many.
Memories of Peru: A Photo Exhibition
For the first time in the history of the Province of Bali, and in conjunction with the currently ongoing Bali Arts Festival, a Peruvian photography exhibition is being held from July 10-17, 2018. The exhibition is presented by the Embassy of Peru to Indonesia together with the Bali Provincial Government, the Bali chapter of Indonesian
Bijoux Bajo: Exploring Flores in Style
Once a regency of sleepy fishing villages with empty white sand beaches and bay islands, Manggarai on the island of Flores in East Nusa Tenggara is now on the verge of becoming the next “it” tourism destination in Indonesia. Its extraordinary marine life is definitely an attraction, but more so are its unspoiled, off-the-beaten-track natural
Taman Ujung Water Palace and the Enchantment of East Bali
The spectacular coastal roads of eastern Bali is an adventure in its own right, with green hills on one side and stunning cliffs and raw ocean views on the other. Many of the villages don’t really receive a large number of visitors, thus ideal for those who wish to avoid tourist crowds. Karangasem in East
Rural Gianyar: Art, Adventure and Local Life
Away from the glitz of Ubud, rural Gianyar is characterised by its terraced rice fields, dense forests, and dramatic, rolling landscapes. The vastness and beauty can be quite startling to visitors. Any visitors approaching the area will appreciate it, and it is worth stopping just to absorb the beauty of it all. As the second
Decadent Dining at Jemme
The drinks flow for the afternoon brunchers, late-night revellers, and everyone in between at this restaurant’s chic lounge. Design lovers looking to imbibe will definitely find Jemme Bali a haven; because not many places can boast both decadent dinner stop meets luxury jewellery shop. A visual spectacle, the decadent lounge at Jemme Bali has been known as
