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Plaga Launches the First Indonesian Online Wine Shop
Indonesian wine company, Plaga Wine, recently launched their online shop, establishing them as the first Indonesian wine brand that offer s online shopping features and services. On Friday, 24 May 2019, Indonesian local wine brand Plaga, officially launched their online shop feature which allows customers to purchase and ship their wine collection nationwide. The official
Lazing and Grazing on the Green at Finns VIP Beach Club
In an island where the list of long lunch and boozy brunch options are almost unlimited, there comes a point in time when you long for a new experience. That’s where Finns VIP Beach Club comes in with the return of their famous ‘Grazing on the Green’ experience. Starting Monday, 1 July 2019, the popular
St.Regis Launches New Papinee Doll Called The Jak
The St. Regis Bali Resort has brought the wonderful world of Papinee to complement the Family Traditions St. Regis brand culture. As a part of the collaboration, Papinee has created a new character exclusively for St. Regis Asia Pacific called The Jak. Jak Odocoileus V is a kind, friendly four-legged deer brought up in The
AWAY Bali Legian Camakila Opens Its Doors
BHMA Hotels and Resorts, a dynamic hotel management company taking the Asia-Pacific region by storm, has announced its latest venture on the island playground of Bali with the opening of the Away Bali Legian Camakila. Located in the heart of the vibrant tourist zone between Kuta and Seminyak, the four-star hotel becomes the group’s 22nd
Kayangan Villa Ubud: Ubud’s New Heavenly Escape
Nestled 500m above sea level and surrounded by river valleys and rice terraces, Kayangan Villa Ubud opens its doors to provide refuge for those seeking to escape in a tranquil natural surrounding. The villas at Kayangan are luxurious with uninterrupted and relaxing natural views, oozing a welcoming feel to travellers looking to connect with nature.
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