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TIMELESS Bali – Volume 2
On 9 August 2022, NOW! Bali released the second volume of its annual publication series, TIMELESS Bali. A soft launch was celebrated alongside supporters and contributors at the Private Dining Room at Hatten Wines’ Cellar Door in Sanur, during which this latest publication was revealed for the first time. Now, the limited edition publication has
Sanur Village Festival 2022 Returns this August
The most anticipated event of Sanur, and certainly one of Bali’s biggest community events, Sanur Village Festival 2022 will be taking place from 17-21 August 2022 at Pantai Matahari Terbit, Sanur. Sprawled along the beach will be a smorgasbord of food, markets, bazaars, sports events, artistic showcases cultural performances and lots of music. Taking place
Reggae Legends Katchafire Set to Perform in Bali’s Katchafest Reggae Festival
Aimed at being one of Indonesia’s biggest reggae festivals, Katchafest is set to light up the stage at TT Beach Club, Melasti Beach, on Saturday 6 August 2022. Legendary reggae bands, including old school favourites Katchafire, will be bringing back a classic tropical atmosphere to Bali for one day. Before big DJs made their way
Sundara Bali Bedecked in Dior for the Brand’s First Pop-Up Store in Indonesia
Despite already being one of the island’s most suave and sophisticated dining destinations, Sundara Bali has been given a total makeover, with fashion brand Dior bestowing designer couture upon the iconic beachfront venue. The Dior pop-up store and café at Sundara Bali marks the brand’s first venture of this kind in Indonesia, and it certainly
Save the Date for Ubud Village Jazz Festival 2022
The island’s most celebrated jazz event, the Ubud Village Jazz Festival, has announced dates of their much-anticipated return for 2022! After skipping their 2020 edition, then a ‘revival’ edition back in October 2021, the festival is ready to come back with maximum volume. The Ubud Village Jazz Festival (UVJF) will take place on 12 and
‘Our Bali Your Bali’ Charity Dinner at Jackson Lily’s
Continuing its excellent fundraising efforts, the Our Bali Your Bali book will hold a special charity dinner at Jackson Lily’s restaurant, featuring dishes and venues from the book, as well as a premiere of the 2nd episode in the documentary series ‘Paradise on Hold’. For Charity Dinner Bookings:• [email protected]• Directly to Dean: [email protected] is limited
Dissolve Weekend: a Four-Day, Multi-Venue Food, Drinks & Music Festival
Mark your calendar for an epic four-day weekend as Marriott Bonvoy teams up with Moët Hennessy to bring you Dissolve Weekend. From 14-17 July 2022, a series of dining, drinking, dancing experiences will take place in different venues across the island. Why dissolve? Well it’s an invitation to melt away those troubles and immerse yourself
Second Annual ‘Sustainable Food Festival’ Commences: 44 Venues Present their Meals Island-Wide
Following the success of the first BHA Sustainable Food Festival in September 2021, Bali Hotels Association (BHA) is proud to announce the launch of the second iteration of the food festival. BHA has partnered with Bali Restaurant and Café Association (BRCA) for this year’s festival, which will run from Friday, 8 July 2022 until Sunday
Boiler Room in Bali: A Full Weekend Takeover at Desa Potato Head
One of the world’s most renowned music platforms, Boiler Room, is returning to Bali in a big way. On 22 and 23 July 2022, the platform will be taking over the entirety of Desa Potato Head in Seminyak, showcasing an eclectic mix of international and local artists across a whole range of genres. It’s a
Bali Kite Festival 2022 Set for End of July in Sanur
Bali’s annual kite festival, known locally as Piala Gubernur Festival Layang-Layangan Bali is back in full force this 2022! The ‘Governor’s Cup’ as it is known is the highlight of all kite competitions in Bali, and it’s expected that 1,500 kites are set to fly for the Bali Kite Festival in 2022. The festival will
Bali Craft Spirits Festival: Discover the Island’s Artisanal Brews
Bubbling across the island is a new and impressive industry of craft spirits, wines and beers, and on Saturday 2 July 2022 you can savour many these artisanal brands in one place at the first ever Bali Craft Spirits Festival (BCSF). The festival, which will take place at the St.Tropez Rooftop (Finns Beach Club) on
No Walls, No Doors: Buahan, a Banyan Tree Escape Opens in Bali
Located in the deep, northern valley of the Ayung River, planted within the jungle, is the new Buahan, a Banyan Tree Escape. Opening its doors on 14 June 2022, this boutique property invites guests to immerse themselves in Bali’s natural surroundings through sustainable design and their pioneering “no walls, no doors” concept. The entire resort
Katamama Re-Opens as Potato Head Suites
Finally, Desa Potato Head is complete. On 28 June, the 58-suite artisan property formerly known as Katamama reopened its doors, rebranded as Potato Head Suites. This is a significant moment for the ‘Desa’, or village, as this marks the first time the beachfront complex has been open in its entirety. When the boutique hotel first