Kriya Kids: A Spa Experience for Children
Kriya Spa – meaning “ritual” in Sanskrit – celebrates authentic Balinese healing forms with treatments based on “wellness rituals” at the spa’s luxurious spa villas at Grand Hyatt Bali. It draws inspiration from traditional Balinese healing philosophies – Hindu, Jamu and Ayurveda, to promote positive health, delay ageing and promote longevity with the use of
Escape to Spa Furama
Whilst Ubud is certainly an interesting, buzzing place to be, it isn’t the quiet village it once was. For those looking for somewhere quieter, a quick drive out will instantly take you into the countryside. Just south of the bustling hub you’ll find Furama Villas & Spa Ubud, surrounded by farmland and padi fields, in a
Balian Bliss, at the Most Surprising of Places
Recently I experienced a treatment with a Balinese healer. He is a Balian Usada, which means that he comes from a long line of traditional healers, using energy to work on your system. Both his father and grandfather were healers, and possibly earlier generations as well. His energy was powerful and palpable and I could
Exploring the Ubud Art Market
Shopping is not an Ubud specialty. Yet, owing to its position at the centre of numerous art and craft communities, the bustling Ubud Market is definitely one of the best places to get your Bali souvenirs from. You will find only a few internationally-branded stores and leading surf brands along with local fashion retails in
Exploring Denpasar’s Shops
Denpasar is a place where modern and traditional approaches coexist. When you shop, you have two options: haggle for low-priced goods or pay the full price for higher quality goods. Here, shops selling similar items are often clustered together, which makes negotiating and comparing prices easier. “At first glance, the shops on this street appear
Balquisse Living Brings The Island Feel to the Forefront
For many of those residing in Bali, living in the tropics just isn’t enough. Many homeowners love to bring the outside in and infuse their homes with a taste of the island life. Today’s tropical home is different than the turquoise-and-pink, winter-home inspired design of decades past. And this is where Balquisse Living steps in
Kedonganan Fish Market and Life of the Local
Very popular for its big, fresh catch, this place provides an amazingly long array of fish to choose from. “The mornings are usually busy with fishermen hauling their boats and dropping off their fresh catch.” Kedonganan Fish Market is Bali’s main seaside marketplace where fishing boats land daily and haul off their fresh catches, making
Experience the Healing Power of Thai Herbs
The Dewi Sri Spa at the Ayung Resort Ubud has created a special spa therapy that brings together Balinese and Thai healing practices. You’re invited to experience this reviving treatment deep in the quiet valleys of the Ayung River in this special Ubud spa. In wellness, everyone knows that nature holds many healing properties, from
The Best Balinese Jewelery in these Bali Bling Shops
Jewellery is a form of expression for individuality and emotion. It has become part of peoples lives. Jewellery shopping in Bali can be an unnerving task with an array of options available due to the presence of some of the best jewellers in Asia and the World. The artistry in the creation of jewellery on
Pots for Pottery: The Best of Balinese Ceramics
From totally unique and gorgeous pottery to the vibrancy in the mix of western and Balinese design, the entire experience of pottery shopping is something that cannot be ignored. It is crafted by local artisans with contemporary design ideas, creating each piece with innovative shapes to obtain its uniqueness. Pottery shopping offers home tableware, decorative
Sukwati Market: Local Arts and Crafts
The Sukawati Art Market is a good place to explore the Balinese shopping experience in a natural way, get in touch with the locals, and learn from them about the art of negotiation. Sukawati Art Market is particularly popular among the visitors to the island. The myriad of art shops offer a wide range of
Tegallalang: Finding Bali Antiques
Some 15 minutes away from the main Ubud hub is Tegallalang, an area famous for arts and crafts. Here, the handicrafts centre flourishes, with shops decorating both sides of the road that stretches for as long as 10 kilometres, making a drive to the popular Tegallang rice terrace a more scenic one. “The shops are
Shopping for a Cause
Bali offers almost all kinds of shopping experiences. Items on sale will offer you value for money and create a temptation to go on a shopping spree all over the Island. As you do that, the idea of spending money for some good cause that helps people can also be taken into consideration. Shopping for
