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Mertasari Beach Festival Takes Over Sanur
Join the international crowd headed to Sanur for the Mertarsari Beach Festival on the 27th and 28th of March. Now in their second year – with the themes harmony, environmental protection and education – visitors will enjoy a range of family-friendly activities right on the beach. Expect boat races, banana boat rides, surfing and SUP
“Kecak Masterpiece” Debuts at Bali Theatre
Launching the first new, grand performance last month, the Bali Safari & Marine Park presented the “Kecak Masterpiece” – a spectacular one-hour performance by 115 dancers on Indonesia’s largest indoor stage at the park’s Bali Theatre. Bali’s iconic Kecak dance traces its contemporary roots to the village of Bone in Gianyar where, in the 1930s,
Nyepi Eclipse Yoga at the Four Seasons
Bali is preparing for a happy accident of nature on March 9, 2016 when a total solar eclipse will coincide with Balinese Hindu New Year, known as Nyepi. It is not often that a total eclipse occurs on Nyepi, the new moon signifying the new year in Bali. To mark this coincidence and to harness
Our 5 Favourite Things About W Bali
On the 5th of March, W Retreat turns 5 years old! Five-on-Five! So we’ve decided to list out 5 of our favourite things about the W that have made it such an iconic holiday destination for luxury travelers around the world. 1. The Entrance Even before you’ve entered W, the drive down into the lobby
Special Nyepi Photography Tour
Join a fun-filled three-day photography workshop leading up to Nyepi, Bali’s special day of silence. Professional photographers David Metcalf and Nyoman Pujawan are hosting this educational experience set to teach you new skills and techniques, whilst bringing you deep into the Balinese culture. From the fames ogoh-ogoh demon parade, stunning views of mount Agung, ancient
Will this be the scariest Nyepi Day in history?
This March 2016 we will see a coinciding of two special events that together make for one very interesting day. This 9 March 2016, both Nyepi (Bali’s holy day of silence) and a total solar eclipse that will cover Indonesia in darkness could just make this the eeriest Nyepi Bali has ever experienced. A total
Republik 45 To Host Indonesian Night Market!
Known for their respect for traditional flavours and recipe, the restaurant and entertainment hotspot Republik 45 are taking a step further into their Indonesian patriotism by hosting a brand new event called “Pasar Malam” on Saturday, 27 February 2016. Pasar Malam – meaning ‘night market’ in Indonesian -will see the Republik venue transformed into the
Four Points Bali’s March Special Events
March is an exciting month here in Bali, and Four Points are making sure that residents and tourists alike have plenty to do. From Nyepi to St.Patricks Day, Earth Hour and Easter there’s a little bit of something for everyone at this new hotspot that is taking Kuta by storm. Nyepi in Four Points
Celebrating Balinese Art
For most Balinese, art is more than just aesthetic, rather it is a way of life. Art is everywhere. You can find it in the most trivial things that probably wouldn’t normally attract attention; from dances to offerings, it pervades every aspect of every day life on the island. Since 2013, Nusa Dua Beach Hotel
Special Nyepi Photography Tour
Join a fun-filled three-day photography workshop leading up to Nyepi, Bali’s special day of silence. Professional photographers David Metcalf and Nyoman Pujawan are hosting this educational experience set to teach you new skills and techniques, whilst bringing you deep into the Balinese culture. From the fames ogoh-ogoh demon parade, stunning views of mount Agung, ancient
Bali Hosts ‘Coworking Indonesia’
Bali is not only a holiday destination, it has flourished into a central meeting place for ‘digital-nomads’, creative’s and young entrepreneurs. Of course, Bali’s environment pulls in those able to work remotely, as the beaches and rice paddies make for beautiful backdrops to laptop screens that lay on laps. However in reality, this community has
Serene stays at Warwick Ibah
Situated in a sloping valley by the Campuhan River in Central Ubud, amongst green scenery and stunning landscapes, Warwick Ibah Luxury Villas & Spa is an oasis hidden from the madding crowds; a tranquil escape, perfect for private getaways. The suites offer an authentic island experience with their traditionally-designed Balinese style and decoration, especially when
Hilton’s Soap Recylcing and Sustainable Coffee Program
Hilton Worldwide has extended its global soap recycling initiative to 60 hotels in 12 countries in the Asia Pacific region. As a demonstration of the hotel’s commitment, Conrad Bali further strengthens its partnership with Diversey – a leader in sustainable cleaning, sanitation and hygiene solutions – via a Soap for Hope project. Frederic Lebegue, GM
