The Oberoi Bali
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The Oberoi Kuta Bali is located 15 minutes drive from the Ngurah Rai International Airport. All The Oberoi Bali’s Lanai are designed with traditional thatched roofs, in clusters of four around a tranquil central park …

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Makepung Lampit
Thursday, 25 Apr, 2013 – 9:18 | No Comment
Makepung Lampit

Location : Yeh Peh, Jembrana, Bali
Makepung Lampit began in activities ‘ngelampit’, ie dig out rice field in wet conditions after hoeing with buffalo (nenggala).
In order to banish boredom some people try a small race with …

Why Spending Holidays in Bali is referred to Paradise on a Pension
Wednesday, 23 Jan, 2013 – 8:25 | No Comment
Why Spending Holidays in Bali is referred to Paradise on a Pension

There is nothing better than planning a vacation – it gives you something to look forward to and get excited about. If you are planning this year’s holiday then one place you should certainly consider visiting …

Komune Resort & Beach Club Bali
Saturday, 29 Dec, 2012 – 9:15 | No Comment
Komune Resort & Beach Club Bali

Komune Resort & Beach Club Bali located in-front of Keramas is the latest entertainment and resort hub for surfers and travelers who seek the beach lifestyle.
Enjoy a amazing place fronting world-class surf breaks, exotic design, …

Short History of Catholic in Bali
Tuesday, 25 Dec, 2012 – 6:16 | No Comment
Short History of Catholic in Bali

On December 25th all Christians all over the world will celebrate Christmas day, so do Christians in Bali. Although the majority of the dwellers in this island are Hindu but they keep respecting others. How …

December Highlight
Friday, 30 Nov, 2012 – 11:29 | No Comment
December Highlight

December 2nd, 2012
4th Annual Bali Reforestration Festival 2012
“Plants for the future” is the theme for 4th Annual Bali
Reforestration Festival 2012 in Pura Jati – Toya Bungkah, Kintamani – Bali. This festival will features planting 2.500 …

Padangbai 101
Thursday, 8 Nov, 2012 – 14:17 | No Comment
Padangbai 101

Padangbai is a stretch of beautiful white sand beaches that are generally awash with colorful double outrigger fishing boats in the shape of a marlin, but Padangbai is generally known as a small port town …

What to do in Tanah Lot
Friday, 26 Oct, 2012 – 12:10 | No Comment
What to do in Tanah Lot

Tanah Lot is an important and sacred temple in on the south west coast of Bali, it is about 45-minute drive north west from Kuta, Legian and Seminyak and 40-minute …

Adventure in Jatiluwih
Thursday, 4 Oct, 2012 – 11:02 | No Comment
Adventure in Jatiluwih

Now, Bedugul is not just the only choice for those who want to adventure in the nature, Jatiluwih also offers area many exciting adventure activities.  Complementing the beauty of its rice terrace that is …

Jatiluwih
Tuesday, 14 Aug, 2012 – 6:13 | 5 Comments
Jatiluwih

Listed as a World Heritage Site, Jatiluwih is the place where you can find magnificent view of rice field terraces, organic farming with Balinese traditional method and 300 hectares of rice fields. Jatiluwih is located …

Cristina Wistari Formaggia: A Memorial of Gambuh Master
Wednesday, 4 Jul, 2012 – 9:01 | 4 Comments
Cristina Wistari Formaggia: A Memorial of Gambuh Master

Cristina Wistari Formaggia, 62, died peacefully of cancer in her hometown of Milano, Italy on 19 July 2008. She will always be known in Bali as the woman behind the Gambuh Preservation Project in Batuan …

Satriya Cottage:Great little hideaway in Kuta
Sunday, 11 Mar, 2012 – 7:56 | No Comment
Satriya Cottage:Great little hideaway in Kuta

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Reviewed January 20, 2012
We stayed at the Satriya in January 2012 for 8 nights. We had a great time. The food from the restaurant was very nice and plentiful. Breakfast was ordinary but still ok. …

Sidemen, Karangasem
Saturday, 14 Jan, 2012 – 14:39 | No Comment
Sidemen, Karangasem

This is the advice of the guide “Lonely Planet” we have struggled to book a guest room in this place quite exceptional. First, the view of Mount Agung is simply breathtaking … It is a …

Villa Hanani right on Jimbaran Beach
Friday, 28 Oct, 2011 – 4:27 | No Comment
Villa Hanani right on Jimbaran Beach

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Absolutely stunning villa right on Jimbaran beach. Quietly elegant, discreet …. Main villa has a great pool with a raised pavilion. This is where we laze the morning away after a brisk …

Pengotan Village, Bangli
Thursday, 22 Sep, 2011 – 16:07 | No Comment
Pengotan Village, Bangli

Religious ceremony in Bali is an integral part of daily life and culture that gives distinctive characteristic to the life of Balinese. The ceremony in Balinese life is closely associated with the word …

Ter-Teran: Flame War
Friday, 29 Jul, 2011 – 6:54 | No Comment
Ter-Teran: Flame War

TRYING NOT TO GET HIT (FLAME WAR)
LOCATION; JASRI VILLAGE, KARANGASEM-Bali – INDONESIA
Ter-Teran is flame war tradition. Is only happening the day before SILENT DAY, and the Day After, once every two years.

Gunung Kawi: A Historical Tourism
Friday, 22 Jul, 2011 – 17:48 | No Comment
Gunung Kawi: A Historical Tourism

Among the travelers, especially for those who are interested on antiquities, Gunung Kawi is an appealing tourist attraction. Gunung Kawi refers to a complex of 9 rock-cut candi (shrines) carved into the cliff face, located …

Discover The Uniqueness of Bayung Gede (2)
Monday, 18 Jul, 2011 – 21:33 | No Comment
Discover The Uniqueness of Bayung Gede (2)

Bayung Gede is the mother of Balinese ancient villages concealing many unique things. For those exceptionally different customs, this village located in Bangli regency is never missed by visitors who have insatiable hunger for Balinese …

Discover The Ancient Uniqueness of Bayung Gede (I)
Tuesday, 12 Jul, 2011 – 9:17 | No Comment
Discover The Ancient Uniqueness of Bayung Gede (I)

As a matter of fact, Bangli is the home of many villages which still hold ancient Balinese culture (Bali Aga). Panglipuran village is one of them concealing very ancient but exotic architectures. Bonyoh and Sekardadi …

Danu Lounge at Lake View Hotel
Friday, 1 Jul, 2011 – 3:40 | No Comment
Danu Lounge at Lake View Hotel

Come check out the new restaurant in Kintamani! We specialize in fusion wold cuisine, using the best available fresh locally grown ingredients.
A relaxed venue for all-day breakfast, tea and coffee service, snack, light meals and …

Nandurin Karang Awak: Cultivate the Land Within
Tuesday, 28 Jun, 2011 – 7:04 | No Comment
Nandurin Karang Awak: Cultivate the Land Within

In addition to being about literature, words and the ideas they convey, the Festival is about connection and this year’s theme Cultivating the Land Within gives writers and readers, presenters and our …

Ulun Danu Beratan
Tuesday, 21 Jun, 2011 – 17:56 | No Comment
Ulun Danu Beratan

On the third day, right after breakfast, your Bali Round Trip will take you to the North Bali through a memorable scenic drive passing lush rice terraces and verdant jungle. The first …

Nirwana Bali Golf Course
Saturday, 11 Jun, 2011 – 7:12 | No Comment
Nirwana Bali Golf Course

Nirwana Bali Golf Club is a visual masterpiece of dramatic ocean views and lush Balinese landscapes. Designed by Greg Norman, the golf course offers a spectacular challenge and a unique world-class experience for golfers of …

The Beautiful Belandingan Village
Friday, 10 Jun, 2011 – 5:06 | One Comment
The Beautiful Belandingan Village

Perched on the east slope of mount Batur, Belandingan is a remote village, which is quite difficult to reach since the road to this village is bumpy. However, Belandingan worth every bit of your effort …

Sayang Sanur Terrace House
Tuesday, 7 Jun, 2011 – 18:29 | No Comment
Sayang Sanur Terrace House

Sayang Sanur is like a residential villa located in Sanur area. This is a good place for your residence in your vacation in Bali and this is only 200 meters on the beach. We rented …

Nandurin Karang Awak Cultivate The Land Within
Friday, 29 Apr, 2011 – 7:44 | No Comment
Nandurin Karang Awak Cultivate The Land Within

Intro & Welcome to New Staff :
The Festival welcomes Jane Fuller as Executive Producer and Melissa Delaney as the Program Director to our team. Fresh and brimming with ideas, Jane and Melissa …

Saraswati:The Day for Knowledge
Saturday, 23 Apr, 2011 – 5:29 | 5 Comments
Saraswati:The Day for Knowledge

Today, Saturday, Balinese celebrates the Saraswati holyday, a sacred day for knowledge. Saraswati is the Goddess of Knowledge, symbolized by a beautiful woman with four hands, riding on a white swan, she symbolize that …

Champlung Mas Hotel Legian, Bali. A Village in the Heart of Kuta
Thursday, 21 Apr, 2011 – 12:40 | No Comment
Champlung Mas Hotel Legian, Bali. A Village in the Heart of Kuta

Warmest greeting from Champlung Mas Hotel Legian, Bali. A Village in the Heart of Kuta
Firstly, let me introduce you to Champlung Mas Hotel Legian as one of the property belonged to Champlung Hotels …

Central Ubud Overview
Friday, 25 Mar, 2011 – 7:04 | No Comment
Central Ubud Overview

Central Ubud is an interesting area where you can make hints what Ubud has to offer. Central Ubud has great restaurant and warungs, accomodation and interesting tourist destinations that serve as hallmarks of Ubud.

In Central …

Tanah Lot, To Open 24 Hours
Monday, 14 Mar, 2011 – 10:30 | No Comment
Tanah Lot, To Open 24 Hours

Tanah Lot still has the allure that this sacred sea temple is never empty of visitor. From morning till afternoon, this magical destination is flocked by tourists, locals and foreigners. And after exploring the sea …

Seminyak in a Glance
Monday, 21 Feb, 2011 – 13:32 | No Comment
Seminyak in a Glance

Seminyak is a rapid growing tourism area on the north of Kuta and Legian. Seminyak, over the last decade, has developed a world-class dining scene. Prices are high by Bali standards but on an international …

Your Weekly Dose of Beauty: Series of W Retreat and spa
Sunday, 13 Feb, 2011 – 13:11 | No Comment
Your Weekly Dose of Beauty: Series of W Retreat and spa

The fourth W Retreat in the world will make its debut in Bali in April.
The W Retreat & Spa in Seminyak, a fashionable spot on the island, follows the recent Koh Samui and Vieques openings …

Mesmerizing Menjangan
Wednesday, 29 Dec, 2010 – 8:30 | Comments Off
Mesmerizing Menjangan

Open the Bali map, point the finger at the western part and you will find a little island on the west tip. This island hides authentic wilderness. This island belonging to Singaraja regency is super …

SURFER GIRL’S SUPER 10 COUNTDOWN
Friday, 24 Dec, 2010 – 14:31 | No Comment
SURFER GIRL’S SUPER 10 COUNTDOWN

Hi Girls^^ Surfer Girl flagship store, Blue Groove and Life at Jl. Legian 138 has offered the most comprehensive surf lifestyle shopping experience in Bali for girls and guys for over a …

Perasi Virgin Beach at East Bali ….
Friday, 24 Dec, 2010 – 4:44 | No Comment
Perasi Virgin Beach at East Bali ….

Perasi is small village at Karangasem Regency but a village with rich tradition and panorama. There is a beautiful beach called Pasir Putih (named by local community) or it similar with white sand beach. The …

The Sacred Monkey Forest of Padangtegal
Sunday, 12 Dec, 2010 – 8:56 | No Comment
The Sacred Monkey Forest of Padangtegal

The monkeys within the Sacred Monkey Forest of Padangtegal are commonly called long-tailed macaques. Their scientific name is Macaca fascicuiaris. Macaques are found throughout Southeast Asia and many species of macaques live …

Yayasan Bumi Sehat
Friday, 26 Nov, 2010 – 9:20 | No Comment
Yayasan Bumi Sehat

Based on Kompas research in 2009, every single year there are approximately 13.778 maternal mortality cases in Indonesia. Even infant mortality is still considered high. Knowing this problem, Yayasan Bumi Sehat, has a mission to …

Truly Trunyan
Friday, 29 Oct, 2010 – 15:45 | 3 Comments
Truly Trunyan

Trunyan. Some people recognize this name as a unique village situated in Bangli regency in which the dead body is simply put under the Trunyan trees. No cremation, no burial, just let the earth change …

Memories of the sacred
Monday, 11 Oct, 2010 – 4:54 | No Comment
Memories of the sacred

So you’ve arrived in Bali on a private jet, your wallet filled with platinum credit cards.

A rare sight: Up in the mountains around Apuan and Padang Dawe during the month of Galungan, villagers dressed up …

ASTON INTERNATIONAL WILL OPEN THE NUSA DUA RETREAT ON OCTOBER 1, 2010
Tuesday, 24 Aug, 2010 – 9:24 | No Comment
ASTON INTERNATIONAL WILL OPEN THE NUSA DUA RETREAT ON OCTOBER 1, 2010

Bali, August 2010 – Aston International announced that the company is on target to open Bali’s newest luxury boutique villa resort, The Nusa Dua Retreat, on Friday October 1st, 2010.
The new property, which …