Bali Aga Sacred Ways – Karangasem Kingdom Karangasem regency is an area of intense beauty. Mount Agung towers in all its glory at 3,142 metres and creates a stunning landscape over East Bali. The dramatic foothills and crevices created by centuries of lava...
Alam Sari Life in an open-air villa, perched 42 steps up on top of a rice paddy immediately transcends you to a very peaceful place. As I roused from my slumber, I could hear a faint, soft, tinkling sound of a village cowbell…. somewhere in the distance. Was this in...
Why not explore some different options next time you make your travel plans? Stephanie Brookes gives some top accommodation picks, which we hope will inspire you to find the true spirit of the island. KUTA: Ramayana Hotel — Shopping and entertainment What I love about...
Visiting East Bali Away from the high-end tourist mecca of Kuta and Seminyak there lays a hidden gem, waiting to be discovered. The natural beauty of East Bali – its highland region and stunning coastline is a pleasant surprise, where the culture and traditional way...
I sat talking with Grandma Ni Made Sibuh in her village in Petemon where she has lived all her life. She was born around 1935 however, “This is a rough guess only,” Sibuh explained. “We never had birth certificates or registrations back then.” She does, however,...
Bali’s Sustainable Tourism Bali opened to domestic tourism on July 31. Supporting sustainable tourism is a way to give back to local communities in Bali and also, it puts you in touch with the local Balinese culture. Want to get close to the culture? Visit a...
In Now Jakarta’s bi-monthly magazine, David Metcalf brings the colours of Nusa Lembongan to life. This beautiful island is just a short hop by boat from Benoa Harbour, Bali. Published in Now Jakarta magazine Jan/Feb 2021 Share...
