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Getting to Gili: Bluewater Express Launches New Fasboat
A new 70-seat Fastboat to Gili Islands has been added to the fleet of BlueWater Express, called the BlueWater Express IX cementing its reputation as the leading, safest transfer service from Bali to the Gili Islands. Run from its private facility on Serangan Island to the Gilis and Lombok, the new vessel has 72 aluminium
Listen to Real Records in Your Room with Wax by Hard Rock
Further establishing its role as the premier music-lifestyle brand in the hotel industry, Hard Rock International announces the debut of WAX: the latest component to the brand’s complimentary and signature The Sound of Your Stay® music amenity program. Partnering with Crosley, one of the world’s most notable turntable manufacturers, and Sony Music Entertainment, a global
“I’ve Been to Bali Too” | Old 80’s Music Video by Australian Singer
It can be argued that the real ‘tourism’ scene of Bali started in the late 70’s, early 80’s. It started with the original ‘backpackers’ of the world – mainly from the UK, Australia, USA, France and other developed Western countries -looking for exotic destinations far from home. In his 80’s music video for “I’ve Been
Indonesia Celebrates 72 Years of Independence
Marking 72 years of being an independent nation, this August 17th is a day that will be celebrated by all people from the Indonesian archipelago. During the day, celebrations will take place from the westernmost tip of Indonesia’s Aceh to the easternmost of Papua, with people taking part in flag raising ceremonies and the many
Wine Carnival 2017
Located in the heart of Seminyak, VIN+ always has something up its sleeves to entertain the island’s wine aficionados. This 19th of August, the Seminyak wine institution is throwing its signature event, Wine Carnival, showcasing great selections of wine with reasonable prices. This enchanting late-afternoon event offers you a relaxed atmosphere to enjoy the sundown
Seasandland: Kuta’s Beach Festival 2017
The Kuta Carnival 2.0., Kuta Seasandland is a five-day Beach Festival filled with various events such as Nusantara Parade by the community of Banjar Kuta, Archipelago Culinary Festival, cultural and art attractions, international competitions, and international-scale musical entertainment. A whopping total of 100 tenants from the area’s small-medium enterprises as well as restaurants and hotels
Mason Jungle Buggies Is Ubud’s Newest Adventure
An Ubud institution, Bali Adventure Tours (BAT) keeps on evolving, adding new, exciting programs and establishments for both residents and visitors to Bali to indulge and have fun on the island’s hilly region. BAT has just recently added three new products to its portfolio: Mason Gourmet Chocolate factory and showroom, Mason Jungle Buggies, and Koko
Summer at Byrdhouse Beach Club
Welcoming the summer this year, Byrdhouse Beach Club has prepared a series of exciting and enjoyable programs to entertain your everyday dining experience. From Monday to Sunday, there is always something to look forward to in this prominent locale. Starting off on Monday night, Byrdhouse Beach Club is putting on famous Balinese dance performances along
The NOW! Bali Best Restaurant, Bar & Café Awards are Back!
It’s been a whole year since the island’s fiercest online F&B competition last took place, but the time has come again to put establishments to the test in the Bali Best Restaurant, Bar and Cafe Awards (BRBCA) 2017! Background This campaign started in 2014, where our aim has always been to create a fair, open competition.
Sanur Village Festival 2017: Celebrating National Unity
The 12th annual Sanur Village Festival in 2017 (SVF 2017) held from 9-13 August 2017 (daily from 11am to 11pm) will present an awakening festival by realising, kindling and sharing the nations spirit of unity with Bhinneka Tunggal Ika or Unity in Diversity values. The chairman of SVF Ida Bagus Gde Sidharta Putra, mentions that
TEDxUbud Enlightens Again
In it’s brand new home in the Setia Darma House of Masks and Puppets, TEDxUbud once again brought ideas worth spreading to the stage with their sixth instalment of this special event series on 20th May, 2017. This year TEDxUbud, presented by Zurich Indonesia, focused on the theme “Make the light”, which was appropriate considering
Become a Member of a Byrdhouse Beach Club!
Byrdhouse Beach Club is humming with excitement as the prominent establishment in Sanur kicks off the launching of The Byrdhouse Club, their first membership program, early last month at the famed Le Pirate Deck. After opening their doors to public for over two years, Byrdhouse Beach Club has been welcoming countless culinary enthusiast and recreation
SIP, PLAY and FLIRT at this Huge Summer Party at W
The summer season is here! What does that mean? Summer parties of course, and the first to bring in those summer vibes is the ultra-stylish W Retreat and Spa with their annual SPF 2017 party that is set to hit W’s WOOBAR on Saturday, 22nd of July 2017. SPF stands for SIP – PLAY – FLIRT, which
