Back to the Roots: Learning to Farm in Bali

Back to the Roots: Learning to Farm in Bali

Out in the rural farmlands of Abiansemal, south of Ubud, Astungkara Way invites people to try their hand at the most fundamental of human activities: farming. This unique, learning-based experience encourages people to immerse themselves into Bali’s agrarian way of life to understand what it means to be close to our source of food and … Read more

Best Steaks in Bali : Steakhouses and Premium Meats (2022)

Best Steaks in Bali : Steakhouses and Premium Meats (2022)

Whilst the island’s food and beverage scene has seen a rise in vegetarian restaurants, vegan restaurants and the like, you’ll still find great spots to dig into juicy steaks in Bali. Whether you’re aftersucculent marbled wagyu, juicy dry-aged cuts or a beastly tomahawk to share with the group, there are plenty of meat maestros and … Read more

Best Cocktail Bars in Ubud: A NOW! Bali Guide 2023

Best Cocktail Bars in Ubud: A NOW! Bali Guide 2023

Whilst not exactly home to the same party scene as Seminyak and Canggu — we’ll take that as a good thing — the rise of Ubud’s food and beverage offerings has welcomed not only superb restaurants but also bars to match. But sifting through the long list of bars in Ubud can be confusing… Nightlife … Read more

Festive Lunar New Year Feast and Shows at Pullman Lombok Mandalika

Festive Lunar New Year Feast and Shows at Pullman Lombok Mandalika

Usher in an auspicious Lunar New Year with a festive celebration getaway to Pullman Lombok Mandalika Beach Resort. As Accor’s first premium brand in Lombok, curating a list of experiences and packages designed to make your break from the bustling lives of the city memorable is something the hotel takes very seriously. After all, your … Read more

Luxury Villa Living with a Neighbourhood Charm at Hotel Indigo Bali Seminyak Beach

Luxury Villa Living with a Neighbourhood Charm at Hotel Indigo Bali Seminyak Beach

Nestled on the vibrant Seminyak beachfront, in a village that perfectly encapsulates the ancient and modern zeitgeist of Bali in all its vibrancy, energy and unique traditions, experience a luxurious home-away-from-home with custom-tailored butler services in a stunning, intricately-designed villa accommodation at Hotel Indigo Bali Seminyak Beach. Comfortably resting on an expansive 4.7 hectares of … Read more

Duality & the Commercialisation of the Spirit

Duality & the Commercialisation of the Spirit

The commercialisation of Eastern spirituality began in the USA. “In America is the place, the people, the opportunity for everything new,” wrote Swami Vivekananda before he left India in 1893.  Vivekananda had learned from his guru, Sri Ramakrishna, that the world’s religions “are but various phases of one eternal religion”, and the spiritual essence could … Read more

Best Places to Celebrate Chinese New Year in Bali 2023

Best Places to Celebrate Chinese New Year in Bali 2023

Welcoming the Year of the Rabbit, restaurants and resorts across the island are getting their Lunar New Year feasts ready. So, if you’re celebrating Chinese New Year in Bali, then you’re in luck! On Sunday, 22 January 2023 the island will see delicious food, moon cakes, red ang pao envelopes and more to celebrate this annual occassion. … Read more

Laksmi DeNeefe Suardana: From Ubud to Miss Universe

Laksmi DeNeefe Suardana: From Ubud to Miss Universe

After being crowned at the Puteri Indonesia beauty pageant, Laksmi DeNeefe Suardana is set to compete in the Mis Universe world beauty pageant on 14 January 2023 in New Orleans, USA. As the first Puteri Indonesia winner from Bali, Laksmi will hit the international stage representing the country — but more personally, her hometown of … Read more