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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
The Lost City Night Club Has Been Found in Canggu
A new haven for the Canggu nightcrawlers, Lost City is pure late-night hedonism, propelling the Canggu nightscape to the next level, offering you high quality, artistic entertainment experiences from dusk ‘til dawn. To enter Lost City is to imagine Canggu nightlife like never before. Expect DJ sets with background dancers, live instrumentals and wild acts.
Marc Hotel Opens Doors in Gili Trawangan
An upscale brand from MPHG hotel chain, Marc Hotel has recently opened its doors on the famous island Gili Trawangan island, northwest of Lombok. Marc Hotel Gili Trawangan is the first Marc Hotels property that boasts a unique design, combining modern architectural aesthetics with the charming design of the traditional Lombok houses. The rooms are
Inspiring a Brighter Future at Green School Bali’s Sustainable Solutions Festival
For its annual eco-festival, Green School Bali hosted the fifth edition of Sustainable Solutions this year on 2-4 May, with the aim to inspire and equip the community to live more sustainably. With growing concerns of the global plastic crisis that is hugely impacting Bali, Sustainable Solutions 2019 worked towards sharing solutions to respect and
Delight in Pier Eight Bali’s Famous Lobster Bun
Enjoy the sound of waves, and the sand in your toes at Fairmont Sanur Beach Bali’s new beach bar, Pier Eight, where tropical cocktails and seafood delicacies are served daily. Located within Fairmont Sanur Beach Bali, Pier Eight is the resort’s new beachfront bar that exudes a stylish yet relaxed beach club vibe. Pier Eight
Discover Komodo on AYANA’s new 178-Feet Yacht AYANA Lako di’a
Explore the magnificent Komodo National Park and its surroundings with a 2-day-1-night cruise. AYANA Lako di’a’s luxurious 178-feet cruise allows you to venture around the island’s best spots in ultimate ease and comfort. AYANA Lako di’a is the latest luxury offering from the renowned hospitality brand that goes hand-in-hand with their new property AYANA Komodo
Ultimate Beach Party Series ‘Mimpi’ Returns to Karma Beach Bali
World-famous beach club oasis, Karma Beach Bali, has announced the dates of their monthly Mimpi event where a number of big names from the dance music industry are confirmed to bring their beat to the beaches of Bali! Dates for Karma Beach Bali’s monthly party series, Mimpi ─ Dreaming of Paradise, have been announced, from
New Release of 40 Endangered Bali Starlings from Bali Safari Park’s Breeding Centre
To promote an understanding towards wildlife conservation and its importance to the environment, Bali Safari Park held a ceremonial release of 40 Bali Starling birds that were residents of the park (as part of their specialised breeding centre). The island’s endemic bird species, the Bali Starling (also known as Jalak Bali or the Bali Myna)
Bali Celebrates Inspiring Female Role Models
On Friday, 29th of March 2019 150 guests descended upon the illustrious W Bali – Seminyak for the ROLE Foundation International Women’s Day Charity Dinner, raising funds for their Bali WISE program and also showing their appreciation for inspirational women on the island. The goal of the Bali Women of Indonesia Skills and Education (WISE)
