Namhar Hernanto
Salads and Sake in Sanur
Tamblingan in Sanur is full to bursting with restaurants. Explore the area and you’ll discover high-end dining, street side restaurants, beachfront eateries, and bars and cafes in between. The arrival of serious chefs and posh resorts heralds a new, more grown-up culinary era in Sanur. The area now has many different culinary experiences for everyone
Through the Eyes of Balinese Painters
There’s a reason why Bali has so many art shops and galleries; the island is home to countless, exceptionally skillful artists, including remarkable painters. From the complex traditional canvasses capturing the island’s unique culture to the contemporary themes and styles, plenty of the highly collectible paintings created by Balinese painters have gone to international exhibitions
Goa Lawah: Bali’s Amazing Bat Cave Temple
No, we’re not talking about the secret headquarters of a superhero here. This is Pura Goa Lawah, an ancient cave temple built in the 11th century. Pura Goa Lawah, one of the most picturesque temples in Bali, was built by Dang Hyang Nirartha, a Hindu priest from ancient Javanese times who also built many other
Agricultural Activities: Permaculture Experiences at Desa Visesa
What can you and your kids do to connect to nature, learn new knowledge, de-stress, and get some fresh air in Bali? Lots! But to keep your child from digging in your freshly prepared flower beds, you can head up to Ubud and let them play in the rice fields, while learning about the ancient
The All-New Frestro Gourmet Brunch
Currently in Bali, we’re pretty serious about our brunch. Whether it be chicken porridge and nasi campur breakfast, or waffles and flows of Bloody Marys, we have no shortage of awesome spots to get our brunch on. Keeping later hours and killer cocktails in mind, we took a look at one of our favourite spots
Ten Pins and Pints
We at NOW! Bali usually prefer to spend Friday nights partying at our favorite Seminyak spots. But early last month, we decided to swap the dance floor for tenpin bowling Personally, I was always fascinated by the bowling places shown in the mid 80’s movies; the bright neon beer ads in the windows, and the
Eradicating Plastic in Bali
Everyone loves a holiday. You fly somewhere exotic to sit on a beach and forget about everything – your work, your problems, your waste… few people adhere to their home recycling regime when on holiday, but while you may forget, someone has to think about it. The use of plastic has become synonymous with serious
Bali Prohibition Era
Housed inside a big black box in Seminyak, a bar is serving up an array of forgotten concoctions in a dark and atmospheric setting. Uncover this clandestine hideaway for a non-pretentious bar experience. If you’re looking to avoid the popular grind of Seminyak’s busy venues then take a peek at Modicum, a speakeasy that boasts
Getting Lost in West Bali
Driving around to the deep corners of the island on your own could at times lead you to pleasant surprises, especially if you get lost! Of course, getting lost could be one of the most frustrating ideas, but during a holiday on the island, this could mean a closer encounter with everything that is ‘real
The Wild, Wild West
Observing the unique bull race, locally known as Makepung, is one of the unique ways to experience the peculiarities of West Bali. But of course, there are many other activities that you can do to appreciate the beauty of West Bali’s nature. Divers will definitely find happiness in West Bali in the area of Menjangan Island.
Manisan Bali: Where Design Meets Dining
Ubud has recently established itself as a haven for food connoisseurs. When it comes to eating out in the area, there’s always something new and unique to try; but if you’re looking for something new and extra special from your dining experience, then you may want to head out to the newly-opened Manisan. Expect traditional
Gala Gala Underground House in Nusa Lembongan
Aside from being an ideal spot for those seeking tranquility, Nusa Lembongan is renowned for its fantastic diving spots. But what most visitors to this tiny island aren’t aware of is that Lembongan houses are very unique, as they are underground! Unlike his name, Made Byasa (Byasa/biasa, meaning ordinary in Bahasa Indonesia) is an extraordinary
Along Ida Bagus Mantra
You don’t need us to tell you that the sunset views along Bali’s south coast is eye-candy of the first degree, that the cliffs of Uluwatu are a majestic treat or that Nusa Penida’s underwater adventure with wandering manta rays is breathtaking. But there are other experiences one can have on the island that are
