Presenting their tribute to Indonesia’s rich culinary traditions, Hyatt Regency Bali invites guests to indulge in the ‘Royal Rijstaffel’, a dining tradition that showcases the breadth and diversity of Indonesian cuisine. Served at Omang Omang Restaurant, expect grand presentations and authentic flavours in this new dining experience. Translating to ‘rice table’, the ‘rijsttafel’ is in … Read more

Daha wore Gringsing Wayang Kebo over their shoulder as a dancing scarf or as it’s called, Gringsing Nyandang Kebo (wearing Gringsing Wayang Kebo) Kurniawati was sitting next to me under a roof covered in jaka fibers, while she was waiting to pick up the daha (unmarried women) for the coming-of-age ritual, part of Usaba Kasa. … Read more

5.7K Some of the beaches in Indonesia are fantastic, but they tend to be underrated because the really good ones are hiding in remote places without easy access. On the bright side, that means you’re more likely to have them to yourself! In Bali, for example, the most spectacular beaches are on the nearby Nusa … Read more

On the eve of Nyepi, Bali’s Day of Silence, the island is in a boisterous and lively state as people celebrate the Ngrupuk Parade. This ritual of sorts sees the parading of the ogoh-ogoh, gigantic and vibrant effigies depicting demons, beasts and ghastly characters (bhuta kala) of Balinese and Hindu folklore. These ogoh-ogoh are made by the … Read more

Born in 1943, Ni Ketut Arini is a living legend. Considered a maestro in Balinese classical dances, the now 80-year-old dancer continues to teach at her sanggar in Denpasar, ensuring that young generations of Balinese learn the proper techniques and also continue the legacy of age-old classical dances. Ibu Arini comes from good musical stock: … Read more

Truly embodying the vision of Hari Kartini, Bali WISE (Women of Indonesia Skills Education) has educated over 1750 women since its inception in 2007. Working closely with NGOs, orphanages and local schools, Bali WISE identifies marginalised and at-risk women who need help and will benefit from a life-changing skills education. “We invest in people who … Read more

Certified Professional Midwife, Ibu Robin Lim, founded Yayasan Bumi Sehat (Healthy Earth Mother Foundation) in 1995, and though starting by providing reproductive healthcare services to local communities, their good work transcends these boundaries with operations in four clinics in Indonesia and two in the Philippines. Their ‘mothership’ in Bali is based in Nyuh Kuning, Ubud, … Read more

Margaret Barry is the Founder and CEO of Bali Children Foundation (BCF), her efforts through the foundation have helped thousands of children in Bali and other areas of Indonesia. “I started the work in October 2002 after the first Bali Bomb. Witnessing the heroic and successful efforts of volunteers helping the injured, I thought that … Read more

Photo courtesy of Eco Tourism Bali Without a doubt, the food and beverage scene in Bali has become a tourist draw in its own right. From local cuisine to daytime cafés and fine dining restaurants, the island is abuzz with enticing culinary experiences at all scales. Still, Bali is yet to be officially recognised for … Read more

5K The amazing Kelingking beach hike and cliff point is easily the most famous location in Nusa Penida, and probably one of the most iconic pictures in all of Bali. This spot has been nicknamed the Kelingking ‘T-Rex’ because of how the uniquely-shaped cliff looks like a giant rock dinosaur with jaws wide open. It’s … Read more