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Marriott’s first-ever virtual charity run raises over IDR 800 million
Marriott International in Indonesia, alongside its 55 hotels in the archipelago, hosted the first Virtual Run To Give Indonesia for the whole month of October. The charity event raised nearly IDR 850 million, which was donated to Marriott Associates who have been affected by the Corona virus – particularly the pandemic-led redundancies. In Bali, funds
Brave Volunteers Raise 1 Billion Rupiah for Bali Food Charity by Paddling 10km Out at Sea
Scholars of Sustenance [SOS] is a food rescue organisation focused on the collection and redistribution of surplus food. Since the pandemic there has been a significant drop in the quantity of quality of surplus food coming in from the normally flourishing tourist destination. As the pandemic continues to halt tourism and travel across the planet,
MAMAKA by Ovolo Opens in Kuta, Giving the Area a Fresh and Modern Revamp
The iconic Kuta neighbourhood is about to get a dose of good vibrations as international hospitality brand, Ovolo Hotels, makes its expansions to the exotic island of Bali with the launching of MAMAKA by Ovolo, the first Ovolo Hotels to open in Indonesia. The Kuta neighbourhood thrived in its heyday, long-known as the destination on
David Byrne to Kevin Kwan: 6 Kembali Festival Programmes You Don’t Want to Miss
The annual Ubud Writers and Readers Festival that takes over the cultural capital of Bali every October this year takes on a new digital format in lieu of the pandemic. Set for 29 October – 8 November 2020, KEMBALI 2020 will be a hybrid of both virtual and limited in-person events, presenting a culmination of UFF
Bali Hotels Association Launches New Video Series to Inspire Travel to the Island
On 22 October, the Bali Hotels Association (BHA) announced the launch of ‘Bali, A New Kind of Adventure’, a series of six one-minute videos that showcase what travelling to Bali is like under new conditions and protocols, with a focus on inspiring future travellers. The six videos – which will have a staggered release –
A Virtual University Fair: The Show Must Go On for Students of BIS
Whilst the future of “normal” schooling on the island is still uncertain, and many students remain in ‘distanced learning’ programs, this has led to creative and unique ways of providing services and fulfilling promises. Throughout the pandemic, the Bali Island School has endeavoured to provide the same level of attention for the students, including their
Improving Bali’s Art Infrastructure through ‘DenPasar 2020: Regeneration’
Denpasar-based alternative art hub, CushCush Gallery (CGC), is reviving the island’s art infrastructure by redefining the status quo for young writers in the upcoming DenPasar 2020: Regeneration. For this year’s annual programme, CushCush Gallery co-founder Suriawati Qiu is championing the writer’s pivotal part in the continuity and preservation of Bali’s creative realm within several spheres
Adiwana Warnakali: First Four-Star Resort Opens on Nusa Penida
If you’ve been longing for a new island adventure outside of Bali, then you’ll be excited with what Adiwana Hotels & Resorts has in store for you. Unveiling the latest addition to their boutique resorts collection, the newly-opened Adiwana Warnakali brings the brand to the neighbouring island of Nusa Penida as the first four-star boutique
KEMBALI 2020: A Rebuild Bali Festival
From July onwards, Bali is normally filled to the brim with events. From dazzling summer music festivals, to community fairs and insightful literary gatherings, the island heaves with an action-packed calendar that has something for everyone. Of course, 2020 has been different and all of the major festivals were forced to pull the plug. Two
Cook for Those in Need: Scholars of Sustenance Calls for Bali Community to Provide Meals
Since isolating at home became a new norm, some of us may have taken for granted the simple pleasure of a home-cooked meal and its powerful ability to provide comfort when it’s most needed. Food is one of the most basic needs of human beings, yet many in Bali still lack access to nutrition, even
Paint & Wine on the Nusa Dua Beachfront: Meliá Bali x Bartega Event
For those of you who are avid fans of the paint and sip trend, then be excited to know there’s one coming to Bali! Paint & Wine, Meliá Bali’s upcoming collaboration with Jakarta-based paint and sip company, Bartega, combining the pleasures of wine tasting and the creativity of painting into one social event. Meliá Bali
Discover the Archipelago: Indonesian Heritage Society Brings Their Lecture Series Online
The Indonesian Heritage Society (IHS) is a non-profit organisation offering the opportunity to learn more about the rich cultural heritage of Indonesia. The varied activities of the organisation, including explorers, lectures, study groups, and tours, provide a stepping stone to discover the culture, life, history and art of this vast archipelago. Based in Jakarta, the
Sthala Ubud Bali Receives Cleanliness, Health, Safety and Environmental Sustainability Certification
It’s been more than six months since resorts closed their gilded doors to the island, as the world proceeded into mandatory lockdown. Remaining open throughout this difficult time, Sthala Ubud Bali has been quick to prepare themselves for the future of global travellers, with with government-approved hygiene and sanitation standards. In response to the global
