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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
Sheraton’s Halloween Freeletics
Join Sheraton Bali Kuta Resort for their special Halloween Freeletics event at 6.00am on Saturday, 31st October 2015. Freeletics is a unique and trending workout method that focuses wholly on high-intensity, bodyweight-based exercise, and you are invited to take part in a 60-minute Freelectics session on Halfway Beach (part of Kuta beach). The event is
Hog Wild’s Hand Cut Fries
Having recently celebrated their rebranding party, Hog Wild in Bali is where patrons come from all over to enjoy that perfect combo of fun ambience meets great food and service. While the restaurant is famous for their pork ribs and brutal martinis (they’re just so delicious), I find Hog Wild in Bali’s Hand Cut Fries
Biwa’s Annual Charity Bazaar 2015
BIWA (Bali International Women’s Association) is holding its annual Charity Bazaar at Lotte Mart on Jalan Bypass Ngurah Rai 222X this 4 October from 9am until 5pm. Around 200 stalls are planned to offer a great variety of merchandise and food, with entertainment from spectacular music and dance performances and a number of attractive prizes
Petani’s Florale
When it comes to beverages, Ubud is known for concoctions of ‘whatever fruits and vegetables’ served in a glass. Some of them taste good, but most of the time they’re just too healthy that it’s a chore to drink them. But one place in Ubud knows just how to make that perfect ‘Ubud’ blend. Petani
Thai Boeing 787 Dreamliner Flies From Denpasar To Bangkok
Experience a different kind of airspace onboard Boeing 787 Dreamliner from Thai Airways. Electronic light-dimming controlled by your fingertips, and a broader view from every seat with larger windows and revolutionary open, architecture cabin design makes every flight feel like walking on air. Thai’s Boeing 787 is truly a passenger centric airplane with advanced filtration