Indonesia’s international borders are now partially open to foreign visitors, this has been in effect since 15 September 2021. Whilst still limited to a handful of countries, with tight entry regulations, international entry into the country is permitted. Furthermore, Bali’s Ngurah Rai International Airport has opened to foreign visitors from 14 October 2021. This article

After much anticipation, Britain’s Most Famous Scotch Whiskey – Bell’s – has finally arrived in Indonesia! Despite its relatively new presence in Diageo’s portfolio of whiskies marketed in Indonesia, the Bell’s brand is almost 200 years old and is the UK’s most popular Scotch whisky due to its smoothness and rich taste. Bell’s is made

On 27 September 2021, the BHA Sustainable Food Festival was launched across Bali, taking place at 30 hotels. A program launched by the Bali Hotels Association (BHA), the festival is aimed at showcasing the innovative work participating hotels have been putting in to create a more sustainable way of operating. The festival, which takes place

Johnnie Walker collaborates with the acclaimed Indonesian illustrator, Hardthirteen, to push boundaries in expressing and presenting artistic experiences. As one of the world’s best-selling scotch whiskey, Johnnie Walker continues its 200-year legacy of continuing to live the spirit of pushing boundaries by inspirational figures who takes the meaning of ‘keep walking’ to life. Johnnie Walker

One of the really difficult dilemmas for the environmentally conscious has been what to do with single-use masks. We have to use them (and maybe will need to do so for some time more) but disposal is a challenge. Most masks are not easily decomposed or recycled (they take 450 years to degrade in nature!)

After a year of absence due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Ubud Writers & Readers Festival (UWRF) will make its long-awaited return this year. The ten-day UWRF 2021 event will take place from 8-17 October 2021, featuring an exciting line-up of storytellers in fascinating discussions, intimate exclusive events and great performances, both on-site and online. Not

Building up the excitement for a Bali holiday, a group of Bali-based brands have come together to create an epic Bali getaway for two people, with a luxury villa, meals, experiences and more as part of the massive takeaway. Organised by one of Asia-Pacifics’ leading luxury villa booking portal and management company, The Luxe Nomad,

After months of closing down during the Emergency Public Activity Restrictions (PPKM), Bali Governor, I Wayan Koster, has announced in the Circular Letter of the Governor of Bali No. 15 of 2021 that malls and tourist attractions are allowed to reopen and resume operations at a 50% capacity with strict health protocols implemented. According to

Through the course of the pandemic, Bali has been struggling to achieve economic recovery due to its heavy reliance on tourism. While international borders remain closed, the island has become somewhat of a ghost town clinging to dear life as businesses struggle and many people remain unemployed. The Funding is an initiative in the form

With Bali’s tourism industry continuing to struggle through the pandemic, resulting in a large portion of the population remaining unemployed (or underemployed), PT Indonesia Paradise Property Tbk sought to help some local communities on Indonesia’s day of independence. On 17 August 2021, Indonesia celebrated its 76th Independence Day, and whilst many celebrated at home, one

Spending more time at home than usual? Why not take advantage of this downtime and indulge in a skincare regime to keep your skin healthy and nourished. Sensatia Botanicals is here to help you achieve that with their latest Native Flora Bath Collection! Indonesia’s prominent natural beauty care brand, Sensatia Botanicals, has launched the Native

There are calls for participation in and support for a special fundraising event: a mountaineering adventure across the crater rim of the Batur caldera, Kintamani, raising awareness and funds for essential mental health services across Bali.  • The Problem• The Solution• Freedom Summit Fundraiser The Problem  When they were needed most, 93 percent of Indonesia’s