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Hearty Stew
Gluttony has always been one of my weaknesses, and beautifully prepared dishes such as the Ayodya Resort’s “Tuscany Seafood Stew” is one of the reasons why. Almost every region in Italy makes a hearty fish stew, and this is a Tuscan specialty. All the goodness that comes from the ocean (king prawn, mussel, squid, the
PARK23 Entertainment Center Opens in Tuban
An entertainment center is what Bali needs, and with the opening of Park23 the youngsters can finally find a place to express their creativity. Park23 exudes fun, creativity and passion in its offerings as a place to bring young people positively together, as the hub serves as the meeting point where ideas are exchanged in
Bali Bird Park Turns 20
Last month, Bali Bird Park marked their 20th anniversary of operation on the island. As is blatantly visible from visits to the park, the owners love all things avian and are committed to the preservation, conservation and breeding of exotic bird life. Roaming around the beautiful grounds is a treat in itself, with peacocks roaming
This Holiday, Spark the Spirit at Starbucks
Starbucks® really knows how to get into the holiday spirit. From festive flavours, to specially designed mugs, to décor and music inspired by the season, the holiday period is the best time to visit a Starbucks® store. From November 10 until January 5 Starbucks® stores nationwide will be beautifully transformed for the holidays, decorated with
The Villas Bali Hotel & Spa Ultimate Holiday Giveaway
The Villas Bali Hotel & Spa’s social media (and possibly the best Christmas present ever) competition is here! We are excited to announce that The Villas Bali hotel and Spa, Prana Spa and Chill Reflexology are giving away the ultimate holiday experience valued at over USD 2,000. The prize includes: 5 nights accommodation for two in
Sun Down Circle Hits One
SUN DOWN CIRCLE (SDC) has quickly established itself as the number one underground music event in Bali, hosting guests such as Mr Scruff, Young Marco, Ivan Smagghe, and legend Roy Ayers. This November, SDC is taking over Potato Head Beach Club on the 27th (Mr Scruff playing on the upstairs club, 9pm till late) and
A Loving Testament of Old Time Lombok
The location of Hotel Tugu Lombok is undeniably magical, on the pristine white sand beach of Sire, facing the open ocean, providing crystal clear waters and breathtaking views of Mount Rinjani. It was built as a testament of the harmony of pluralism in Lombok in the past, based on the ancient manuscript of Negara Kertagama,
Green School Bali in an Effort to Redefine Academic Rigour
There are two kinds of academic rigour. The standard kind is measured in the number of hours spent; in the amount of predetermined information memorized and regurgitated. It involves running fast to jump through the hoops put before you. It involves being handed problems and showing you can follow prescribed pathways to solve them. It involves
A Book and A Drink At The Library
My post-deadline ritual has to involve some relaxing downtime, preferably in quiet places that provide great drinks, a soothing ambiance, and brilliant views. If you think that such a place only exists in my imagination, well, I’ve got news for you: we have it here in Bali! The traditionally elegant yet relaxed lounge, known as
The Leaf Opens in Jimbaran
The Leaf Jimbaran, Bali’s Luxury Villa Retreat, has just recently opened its doors as the area’s first luxury healthy lifestyle villa that promises an unparalleled wellness experience, surrounded by personal care. At The Leaf Jimbaran, your healthy lifestyle is given a boost with a myriad of options – personal trainers, clean nourishing food, specialised pillows,
‘Spirit of Smiles’ Charity Golf Tournament
AccorHotels is calling all philanthropic golfers to join a special, charity golf tournament called ‘Spirit of Smiles’ on Saturday, 31 October at the Bali National Golf Club The fun and friendly tournament has been initiated by Accorhotels in the Bali-Lombok region to raise funds for the second ‘A Tree For A Child’ (ATFAC) education centre
Waterbom Bali Unveils New Attractions
One of Kuta’s attractions, Waterbom Bali has recently unveiled two new features to entertain the island’s fun seekers: The open-concept ThaItalian theatre kitchen restaurant and FlowRider surfing machine. Upon entering the restaurant you are greeted with smells of exotic food, a light breeze and a homey feel. The space is cozy, but grand in the
Young Indonesian Stars Take Stage At Westin Bali
On Friday, 16th October 2015, delight in an evening of feel good music with Indonesian Stars Citra Scholastika and Bastian Steel at The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali’s Mangupura Hall. This amazing charity concert is part of their annual dedication to UNICEF’s Check Out For Children campaign. Known for her distinctive jazzy vocal, Citra Scholastika