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Maya Rupa Exhibition at Griya Santrian
Open for public from 17 March until 29 April 2016, Griya Santrian Art Gallery proudly presents the art exhibition Maya Rupa by Wayan Santrayana. The gallery showcases the artist’s personal explorations, which combines his artistic values and deeper thoughts and beliefs. Wayan Santrayana, through his work, attempts to unravel the mystery of the human mind
Emirates Launches New Toys for Young Travellers
Emirates has released its newest range of toys, the Fly with Me Animals for infants and toddlers and specially designed Fly with Me Lonely Planet activity bags for travellers aged between six and twelve years old. The new toys are now available on board, ahead of the upcoming holiday season. Emirates’ Fly with Me Animals
Tijili Hotel Opens in Seminyak
A brand new boutique hotel has opened its doors in Seminyak. Located a mere 5 minutes walk from the famed 66 Beach, Hotel Tijili, from Tauzia Group’s Preference Hotels brand, is adding style and eclecticism to the streets of Seminyak. From its brick façade to its artsy, bohemian-esque interiors, Tijili will certainly welcome guests with
What The Truck!
To connect with the island’s local community and offer innovative ways to relate the food & beverage experience to a younger generation of customers, Marriott International launches an upcoming food truck concept, “What The Truck”, in collaboration with the Indonesian Institute of the Arts Denpasar (ISI Denpasar) for its Courtyard by Marriott Bali Seminyak property.
Hotel Managers Cycle Through Ubud
Strengthening the bonds among the island’s hospitality leaders, the association of Indonesian Hotel General Managers (IHGM) held its first charity programme through a ‘fun bike’ event. With starting point taking place at the newly established Padma Resort Ubud in Puhu village, the general managers cycled through the surrounding villages and made a stop at the
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
