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June 2019’s Temple Anniversary Calendar
Bali has been dubbed the ‘Island of the Gods’, but could just as easily be referred to as the ‘Island of a Thousand Temples’. These temples, being sacred sites for the Balinese Hindus as places of worship, are also important features on the island’s calendar of events and festivities. Bali’s unique calendar system, known as
Hollywood Actors Chris Hemsworth and Tom Holland Promote Movies in Bali
For the first time in Indonesian history, Hollywood blockbusters chose the Indonesian archipelago as the destination for their Asian press tour. Brought in by Sony Pictures (Indonesia), the events had big name actors Chris Hemsworth and Tom Holland enjoying the Bali beaches as part of their promotional tour. Whispers of the arrival of ‘Thor’ and
Bali’s Annual Sunny Side Up Tropical Festival Announces New Venue and First Line-Up
Gear up for the ultimate summer holiday on the island as Bali’s biggest summer music festival, Sunny Side Up Tropical Festival, returns this August. This year, Sunny Side Up Tropical Festival 2019 will be held at Manarai Beach House for the very first time, with Flume and Grace Carter announced as part of the first
World Surf Champions Kelly Slater, Stephanie Gilmore and Sally Fitzgibbons Clean Up Sanur’s Shores for Ocean Conservancy
On Friday, 10 May 2019, a star-studded clean up took over Sanur’s Mertasari Beach early in the morning. The likes of surfing legend Kelly Slater and Indonesian Punk-Rock star and activist JRX were among those present for an important beach clean up on this peaceful Bali coastline. The event was organised by U.S.-based nonprofit Ocean
The Chocolate House Opens in Nusa Dua
Chocolate, for many, is an obsession. Chocaholics all around will happily admit their draw towards the creamy snack, in all of its shapes and sizes. A brand new shop has opened in Nusa Dua which is likely to become pure heaven for chocolate lovers on the island, The Chocolate House. Opening in the shopping and
Sushi Tei Opens in Sidewalk Jimbaran
Indonesia’s favourite Japanese food franchise Sushi Tei is back with its second outlet in Bali, claiming its 44th branch in the country. Sushi Tei has opened its doors in Sidewalk Jimbaran that dines 172 seats, with 3 private rooms accommodating diners who are looking for a more intimate yet relaxed setting. Each Sushi Tei outlet
Yoga, Running and Healthy Eating take over The Westin Resort Nusa Dua for Wellness Month this June
Wellness will be a big theme at The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali, in the month of June, as it is in conjunction with several important events taking place in the same month, including Global Running Day, Global Wellness Day and International Yoga Day. The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali has planned three wellness-focused activities,
Finns Beach Club Unveils Their New VIP Section with Two New Pools
Finns Beach Club is without a doubt one of the most popular daytime destinations on the island, welcoming thousands of sun-seekers through their doors everyday. Having opened their exclusive extension, Finns VIP Beach Club, back in July 2018, the area has since undergone an epic transformation and this May 2019 has finally been revealed. Together
Jakob Manurung Wins Bartender of the Year at Diageo’s Indonesia World Class Competition 2019
On Friday, 10 May 2019, world’s largest producer of spirits, Diageo, held the finals of Indonesia World Class Competition 2019, where eight top bartenders emerged as finalists of the prominent bartending competition. The eight finalists competed in the National Finals, held at SugarSand Bali, to claim the title of Indonesia’s Best Bartender of the Year.
The Classic Family Holiday at Hard Rock Hotel Bali : A Special Lebaran Offer
The Hard Rock Hotel Bali has had a long reputation as one of Bali’s most family-friendly destinations, and for Indonesia’s biggest holiday – Idul Fitri – this classic hotel is offering a very special Lebaran deal you can’t miss. The Hard Rock Hotel Bali is found on the famous Kuta Beach, but by all means
X2 Bali Breakers Resort Opens Near Balangan Beach
The month of May comes with much excitement as luxury lifestyle property, X2 Bali Breakers Resort, opens its doors on Wednesday, 15 May 2019. X2 Bali Breakers Resort will be BHMA Hotels and Resorts’ first property in Indonesia, perched close to the famous Balangan Beach, a surfer’s hotspot. An international chain operator of impeccably designed
Dining out with Kids in Bali
With energy surging through their little bodies, children are naturally impatient, especially below the age of 6. They like to move around, explore, chase their curiosities; waiting around and doing nothing is torture for them! But being parents to toddlers doesn’t mean a nice dinner out somewhere should be ruled out; if you’re like me,
A Focus on Global Citizenship
With a cornucopia of experience teaching schools in the United States and Southeast Asia, Garth Wyncoll joined Bali Island School in 2018 as Head of School. He spoke to Sachi Kondo of NOW! Bali about the international focus of the curriculum, digital shifts, and environmental-driven student activities, as well as Bali finally being recognised as
