Edward Speirs
Bali Pink Ribbon Fun Walk and Run 2016
Bali Pink Ribbon has, for the last 8 years, brought a hugely positive change for the women and families of Bali. Through media campaigns, organised screenings and outreach programs they have lifted the awareness of breast cancer on the island, even to Bali’s far-off rural areas. Of course to do this Bali Pink Ribbon must raise
Celebrate ‘October 7th’ with Tamarind Kitchen and Lounge
Tamarind Kitchen & Lounge at the Nusa Dua Beach Hotel & Spa is celebrating its first anniversary on the 7th of October 2016 – and they won’t be celebrating alone! If your birthday is on the 7th of October as well, then you’re in for a real treat. If you happen to be at Tamarind
‘Masak-Masak’ with Chef Wan!
Brilliant, charismatic and, at times, outrageous! Malaysian celebrity chef, Datuk Chef Wan, has made a huge name for himself around the world for his highly celebrated career in the culinary world and on Tuesday, 27th of September 2016, he’ll be hitting the shores of Bali for a special cooking class in the Sheraton Bali Kuta Resort. With
The Faces of Hom Nguyen Revealed at Métis Bali
You may or may not be familiar with visual artist Hom Nguyen, but it really doesn’t matter. He doesn’t speak through his name, but through his art. It may not be his face you are familiar with, but the faces he paints upon a canvas will surely leave a lasting impression. This 11 August 2016,
ROLE Foundation : Protecting Bali’s Ecosystems
NOW! Bali speaks to the ROLE (Rivers, Oceans, Lands, Ecology) Foundation, who since 2007 has recognised the growing social and ecological problems on the island. ROLE tells us more about Bali’s current waste crisis, the global ocean crisis and their newest plans to open their ‘Zero Waste to Oceans’ centre. Despite being a problem everyone
Majestic Mornings in East Bali
Many come to Bali for a mental escape, to find peace or perhaps inspiration. However, upon arrival, many gravitate to the crowds of the touristic South, lured in by the bright lights, thus unable to find the escape they had hoped for. This isn’t to say an ‘escapist’ experience no longer exists, it certainly does.
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
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
