From 10-18 April 2023, Sydney-based celebrity Chef Luca Ciano will be taking over InterContinental Bali Resort’s exquisite Mediterranean restaurant, Bella Cucina. The guest chef will be presenting his signature take on traditional Italian and Mediterranean cuisine through wine dinners, a Sunday brunch and cooking demos. This will in fact be a return visit for Chef […]
Blog
GILI LABA DARAT HIKE IN KOMODO NATIONAL PARK – LABUAN BAJO
Gili Laba Darat, situated in the Komodo National Park, offers a challenging and rewarding hiking experience with breathtaking panoramic views. The trail takes approximately two hours to complete on rocky terrain with stunning views of the surrounding islands and turquoise waters of the Flores Sea. At the summit, you’ll be rewarded with an awe-inspiring view […]
Karma Kandara’s Annual Easter Festival Makes its Return
Easter is only a few weeks away so it’s best to start planning your Easter festivities today! Lucky for you, Uluwatu’s prominent clifftop resort, Karma Kandara, has prepared exciting happenings this Easter holiday. With everyone’s favourite springtime holiday fast approaching, Karma Kandara has announced the return of its annual Easter Festival 2023. From 5-11 April […]
Branding the ‘Perfect Island’ – NOW! Bali
Do you instinctively know if something is right or possibly more easily feel it when something is wrong? Do you stop and go “hmmm, that ain’t quite right”. Or are you a “shrugger” and just say it’s really not you business? I’m afraid I am very much one of the former. I spend a lot […]
SCUBA DIVING IN KOMODO: ULTIMATE GUIDE
Scuba diving in Komodo National Park is an unparalleled experience for diving enthusiasts. With its diverse marine life and crystal-clear waters, the park is a popular destination for divers from around the world. From drift dives to wall dives to night dives, Komodo offers an array of diving opportunities to suit all levels of experience. […]
Mayo Resort: A Blissful North Coast Getaway
Whether seeking some tranquility from Bali’s busying crowds, or a cosy refuge for rural explorations, this boutique beachfront accommodation, Mayo Resort, welcomes guests into their cosy nook on the island’s northern coastline. Exuding the charm of yesterday’s Bali, Mayo Resort has tucked itself between two of the island’s most sought after environments. On one side, […]
Guide to North Bali: From Ancient History to Hot Springs
Bali’s vast geographical landscape has no limits when it comes to exploring. From the bustling south, the majestic mountains of the east to the wilderness of the west. However, despite once being the gateway to the island, the north Bali coastline seems the least journeyed and explored, and many wonder if north Bali is worth […]
GILI MENO ISLAND TRAVEL GUIDE: TOP THINGS TO DO
Are you seeking an idyllic island getaway with serene white sand beaches, crystal-clear waters, and a relaxed atmosphere? Look no further than Gili Meno, a peaceful island located near Bali in Indonesia. Despite being the smallest of the three Gili Islands, Gili Meno boasts a wealth of natural beauty, from its renowned sea turtle sanctuary […]
22 AWESOME THINGS TO DO IN LOMBOK, INDONESIA
Lombok is an island full of crazy adventures only an hour’s flight away from Bali. I spent almost two weeks on the island, exploring the best things to do in Lombok. I visited amazing waterfalls, trekked Mount Rinjani, and explored the south coast near Kuta Lombok. THINGS TO DO IN LOMBOK: THE BUCKET LIST I […]
The Breeding Grounds of the Begawan Foundation
Beginning with a mission to conserve the critically-endangered Bali starling, over the years the Begawan Foundation has itself grown alongside the population of Bali’s endemic bird. Their operations centred in Melinggih Kelod, Payangan, have become breeding grounds, not only for starlings, but for youth education and regenerative farming programs, all of which work in synergy […]