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Joyland Festival Bali Makes its Return This March with Headliner James Blake and More!
Jakarta-based live music and entertainment company, Plainsong Live, has announced the return of its highly-anticipated music festival, Joyland Festival Bali 2024. Set to take place from 1-3 March 2024, the upcoming festival will mark the third Bali edition of the popular music event. For the second consecutive year, the three-day event will again be held
Februari Semarak Cinta: A Festival Celebrating Wellness and Sustainability
Taking place in Nusa Dua, on Sunday, 25 February 2024, is Februari Semarak Cinta (Celebrating Love in February), a wellness & sustainability experience, featuring markets and collaborative activities. The event will take place across the two peninsula islands (Nusa Dharma Island and Sidewalk Peninsula Island, The Nusa Dua) that jut out the eastern coastline of
When Bali Meets Paris: A Musical Concert
On 18 February 2024, enjoy a unique musical concert featuring the fusion of French composer and pianist, Laurent Couson, and Bali’s traditional gamelan. ‘When Bali Meets Paris’ takes place at the Plumeria Ballroom, Padma Resort Legian. This upcoming performances marks the second French-Bali collaboration of its kind, after a successful concert three years ago. Once
Bali International Tourism Levy Comes into Force
As of 14 February 2024, Bali now imposes an official ‘Bali International Tourism Levy’ that stipulates international visitors must pay IDR 150.000 to enter the island. This new initiatives was put forward by the Bali Provincial Government, made official through the Bali Governor Regulation Number 36 / 2023 and Law Number 15 of 2023 concerning
Hormone Health & Longevity Talks with Dr. Meryl ‘Mimi’ Kallman
On Thursday, 22 February 2024, Finns Recreation Club will host insightful health talks featuring esteemed Dr. Meryl ‘Mimi’ Kallman, an expert in anti-aging medicine, preventative healthcare and genomics. Two completely free seminars will cover separate talks for women and men, focusing particularly on the hormone health of each gender. Born in the United States, but
Fivelements Retreat Bali Recognised as a Leading Advocate for Holistic Wellness
Renowned as one of the leading wellness destinations in Bali, Fivelements Retreat Bali recently partook in the 7th World Wellness Weekend, a worldwide celebration which champions well-being. During this esteemed event, the wellness haven’s unwavering commitment to inclusive wellness practices has garnered them praise and accolades, leading the retreat to be recognised as a prominent
The Apurva Kempinski Bali Reveals 2024 ‘Powerful Indonesia: Bhinneka Tunggal Ika’ Campaign
The Apurva Kempinski Bali has made its standpoint known as a luxury hospitality brand that, first and foremost, celebrates the rich and diverse cultural heritage of Indonesia since its establishment. Now, continuing on the monumental success of their 2023 Powerful Indonesia Campaign, the five-star resort has unveiled this year’s grand campaign – Powerful Indonesia: Bhinneka
Ubud Open Studios 2024: A Three-Day Access into Bali’s Illustrious Creative Industries
Inviting art lovers, cultural explorers and the creatively curious, Ubud Open Studios aims to showcase the wealth of the town’s creative industry by giving the public exclusive entry to the studios of renowned artists, designers and craftspeople. Taking place from 21 to 23 March 2024, the third edition of this annual event includes 50 local and
The Terribly Funny World Tour: Jimmy Carr Live in Bali this January 2024
Mark your calendars and prepare for a night of hilarity, as the Jimmy Carr Terribly Funny World Tour comes to Indonesia this January. Watch Jimmy Carr live in Bali on 24 January 2024 at ICC Bali. In the comedy universe, few stars shine as brightly as the inimitable Jimmy Carr. The British comedian, known for
Cultural Discovery Open House at Bali Island School
Discover the world-class education offered at Bali Island School during their Cultural Discovery Open House, held on Tuesday, 18 January 2024, from 9.30am to 11.30am. 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 learning journey
Unmasked: An Exploration of Identity Through Art by Nadav Roiter
As Bali’s burgeoning art scene continues to grow and evolve, the Joshua District Gallery in Kedungu will soon play host to a fascinating exhibition entitled ‘Unmasked’, an art exhibition showcasing the works of an up-and-coming artist, Nadav Roiter. The opening night is set to be held on Friday, 19 January 2024, ‘Unmasked’ will feature a
Threads of Life Reveals Second Gallery Space in Ubud
Threads of Life is a fair trade business committed to supporting Indonesia’s textile arts since 1998 and has played a role in the renaissance of weaving traditions across the island, working directly with weavers across Indonesia in an environmentally sustainable way, promoting cultural integrity, and empowering women. Opening its first gallery in 2001, Threads of Life
‘Dua Bentala, Seiring’ Exhibition: The Intersection of Bebali and Sumba Textiles
From 4 November 2023 to 6 January 2024, Masa Masa Bali is hosting a vibrant exhibition called ‘Dua Bentala, Seiring’. Curated by Galeri Wastraku, a textile and handicraft gallery founded by Mrs. Terry Wijaya Supit, this exhibition highlights how two separate textile cultures converge, showcasing the parallels between Balinese ‘Bebali’ textiles and those found in