Edward Speirs
Celebrating Wellness with Specialist Jitendra Pokhriyal
This June, health takes centre stage at The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali. In celebration of Global Wellness Day and International Yoga Day, a month-long program focused promoting a healthy, active lifestyle. These two significant days raise awareness on the importance of living well, and staying mentally, physically and spiritually fit. What’s special about this
The Future is Now 2017: 2nd Annual NOW! Bali PR and Marcomm Gathering
On Wednesday, 3 May 2017, the PR and Marketing community of Bali’s top hospitality establishments – from hotels, to parks and restaurants – gathered together at the Grand Ballroom of the Trans Resort Bali for a special annual conference organised by NOW! Bali Magazine. Now in its second year, this conference dubbed “The Future is
Trip Advisor’s Traveler’s Choice 2017: Bali is Number One
After Bali being voted DestinAsian Readers Choice Awards’ Best Island for the 12th year in the row, it wasn’t long after that Trip Advisor announced that Bali was chosen as the Best Destination in the World 2017. Of course, as NOW! Bali, we have to agree with the millions of voters out there… but we look
Make the Light: TEDxUbud Returns for 2017
TEDxUbud returns to Bali on Saturday, May 20th, 2017, with the theme ‘Make the Light’ at the 6th edition of this event. This year TEDxUbud 2017 is exploring new frontiers and creating a whole new experience: a night event at a new venue— Setia Darma House of Masks and Puppets in Ubud, Bali – a
A Full Easter Weekend at the InterContinental Bali Resort
Everyone looks forward to Easter; with Good Friday adding to a day of rest and relaxation, it’s an extended weekend for all. Along the shores of Jimbaran Bay, the InterContinental Bali Resort invites you to celebrate the Easter weekend with them. So, if you’re after Easter celebrations in Jimbaran, join them from Friday to Sunday
Bird’s Eye Bali: This Photographer Captures Amazing Images from the Sky
It is no question that Bali is a truly photogenic destination; landscapes and seascapes, culture and commercialism, modern and traditional come together to create an environment perfect for the lens to capture. Many of us snap the sights whilst we travel the island, but one photographer seemed unsatisfied with the angles that lay ahead of
Nyepi in Ubud: Secret, Silent Stays in the Ayung Resort
On 28 March 2017, Bali’s day of silence will take place. Around the island, inhabitants will head indoors for 24 hours to practice the ritual expectations of Hari Raya Nyepi. It is Bali’s new years day according to the saka (çaka) calendar, reserved for introspection, meditation and restraint. Of course there is nowhere better than
Ubud Food Festival 2017
Founded in 2016, the Ubud Food Festival is an exciting adventure with Indonesian food as the star. Panning three days of special events, from cooking demos, food tours and talks, workshops and masterclasses, music and arts, films, markets and more. The festival celebrates the vibrancy and diversity of Indonesia’s culinary landscape. [Thinking of going? We’re
Own the Moment – W Bali’s Anniversary Party
W Retreat and Spa Bali is turning 6 years on Sunday, 5 March 2017, and they’re inviting you to join the celebration. Kicking off the party at Woobar with a Sunset Session is Dresden-based deep funk maestro, Purple Disco Machine. As always, W Bali will showcase their signature beachfront fireworks display, with pop up bites
Garuda Travel Fair 2017
Calling all travellers and globe-trotters! The Garuda Travel Fair (GATF) 2017 returns to Bali this 10-12 March, offering some of the very best flights and travel deals to destinations around the world. Held in the Atrium of Lippo Mall Kuta, this is the only event where you can get Garuda tickets at their cheapest rates,
Avani Eco : Replacing Bali’s Plastic [Video]
Bali’s successful tourism industry has come with a price; waste. With development increasing on the island of the gods, and with larger numbers of people coming to the island each year, Bali’s waste management has become a problem. It’s estimated that 1.5kg of rubbish is disposed of per room night of every hotel on the island.
Bali’s Biggest Beach Clean Up Takes 40 tons of Trash off Bali’s Beaches!
On Sunday, 19 February 2017, volunteers all across the island’s coast gathered at their local beaches for Bali’s Biggest Beach Clean Up. 1000s of individuals from children to politicians, locals and expats, came together to show their love for Bali by cleaning up the coast line and participating in Bali’s biggest beach clean-up. An initiative started by the
Force Majeure: Comedian Eddie Izzard Live in Bali !
For stand up comedy lovers, you’ll be excited to hear that English comedy legend Eddie Izzard will be live in Bali! On Friday, 3 March 2017, Eddie Izzard will be bringing his world tour ‘Force Majeure’ to the Grand Ballroom of the Trans Resort Bali. Eddie Izzard is an English stand up comedian, writer and
