The ‘Golden Rule’ Applies to Everything
No it’s not a new technology regulation, the Golden Rule is something given to us by Jesus Christ and at this time as we approach the celebration of His birth, it is appropriate to see just how applicable this rule is to literally everything we do, in business, in our families, in our sport, in
Waterbom Bali : Splash Through Your Holiday
Water parks have long been a regular part of family holidays, school breaks, and even honeymoons as an action-packed alternative to cooling off in the tropical heat. At Waterbom Bali, alongside the jovial mascots and the popular lazy river, you’ll find what’s said to be Asia’s steepest waterslide and the world’s longest waterslide. Those first
The Best Water Sports in Bali : 11 Activities You Have to Try
Holidays or leisure time on the island will remain incomplete if you do not consider getting wet and wild with one of many water sports in Bali. We’ve put together a list that includes options for those after family fun or for the real adrenaline junkies. The water sports in Bali that we’ve chosen aren’t your usual waters
Bali’s Christian Hamlets
Balinese Hindu temples and mosques are decorating a good portion of the Jembrana area in West Bali, with quite a number of them located by the roadsides. But if you turn inland on the way to the West Bali National Park to the villages of Blimbingsari and Palasari, you’ll come upon the home of the
West Bali : The Road Less-Travelled
There’s more to west Bali than the protected areas of the national park. The region’s villages, both inland and on the coast, invite keen travellers to feast their eyes on breathtaking natural views and experience the ‘real Bali’. Aone of a kind natural wonder in west Bali is Bunut Bolong. Found in Manggisari village, Bunut
Camping in Bali : Where to Pitch Up Your Tent
In this day and age, children’s interactions with nature are limited, their everyday lives are consumed with gadgets that steal their attention. That’s why it’s important for parents to help their children disconnect and remind them what the wonders of nature are all about. Nothing does this better than an outdoors family trip, like going camping in Bali ! Camping in Bali This month,
Bangli’s Hidden Temples
If you explore Bangli deeper, you’ll be amazed by the regency’s many charms not listed in any guide book – Pura Taman Pecampuhan and Pura Dalem Balingkang for instance. Bangli is best known for its Kintamani highlands, home to the majestic Lake Batur and Mount Batur. Both residents and visitors usually flock the area for
Bali’s Traffic Woes
I didn’t want to write about traffic again but after the last few days of chaos on the roads of Bali, I have to! Traffic jams spoil holidays and that’s what 6 million people come here for, a holiday, to relax and enjoy their precious free time. But that simply does not involve sitting for
On the Search for Bali’s Quiet Beaches
Some destinations are worth the journey, especially if you enjoy long drives and even longer walks on the beach. These glorious seaside spots offer a quieter disposition to their celeb-status counterparts but still nurture a vibrant atmosphere to soak up the sun, surf, or even paraglide! The only catch is finding them, but that’s also
Exploring Bali’s Beaten Tracks
Hiking Mount Batur in pursuit of sunrise, jogging down Campuhan Ridge, or posing on a swing 78-metres above the ground – these are all de rigueur experiences for Bali first-timers. However, for those who feel like ‘they’ve done it and seen it all’, you’re in luck. To spice up your Bali itinerary, we’ve curated a
Three Causes of Well-Being in Bali
Welcome to Bali where there are many traditions and cultural beliefs. One that I greatly admire and respect is TRI HITA KARANA which translates as “ Three causes of well-being”. No, they are not power, money and love! they are much more meaningful than that. They are: harmony with God, harmony among people and harmony
Tamora Gallery: Canggu’s Answer to a Family Day Out
Looking for somewhere to let the kids run free while you can sit and enjoy a coffee or a meal on the side? Berawa’s Tamora Gallery may just be the place you’re looking for. Canggu has been growing into a huge tourism destination over the last few years. What was once a sleepy beachfront, Berawa
“57×76” Exhibition at Komaneka Fine Art Gallery
Komaneka Fine Art Gallery in Ubud is presenting “57 x 76”, a collaboration between artists Hanafi and Goenawan Mohamad (GM). The ‘x’ sign in the title of this exhibition does not only reinforce the meaning of a meeting or dialogue, but also the fusion of the artistic visions of two figures who have long been
