Barong Dance | The History and Where to Watch It
A trip to Bali isn’t complete without enjoying its cultural and traditional activities. The island is known for special art performances, ceremonies, magical history, and many more. It is home to many different traditional arts and dances, all of which are popular with both locals and foreign tourists. One of the most popular Bali dances, […]
Arak | What You Need to Know
The party scene in Bali is thriving, with a new spot to hit every night! Unlike other Indonesian cities, finding alcohol in Bali is easy, with beverages sold in most mini-marts and stores. You will even find imported alcohols! Arak is an iconic, traditional, alcoholic drink, commonly produced in the Karangasem regency of Bali. It […]
Everything You Need to Know Before Attending a Balinese Wedding
It takes a whole village to prepare for a traditional Balinese wedding. Everyone in the couple’s banjar will come out to help make preparations, decorations and offer their congratulations – even before the big day! Weddings can last for days, with a series of ceremonies and processions. Although many young couples these days are introducing […]
History of Indonesia’s Independence Day
If you happen to be in Indonesia in August, around the 17th, you will find roads, buildings and pretty much everywhere adorned with the Indonesian flag. On the morning of the 17th, there will be a ceremony, kids will get the day off school, and the media will be flooded with celebrations and posts about […]
How to Find a Housekeeper (pembantu) in Bali
Admit it, even though it’s a little bit therapeutic for some, household chores can be very overwhelmingly boring. Having to make the bed, wash the dishes, cook, and clean the whole house sounds like a lot of work, especially after a long day of working. Everyone has dreamed, at least once, of having a hand […]
All the Best Glamping Spots in Bali
Bali has so many luxurious, cool and trendy places to stay. From ultra-luxe resorts to stunningly beautiful private villas, there is a spot to suit everyone’s style. But, are you looking for something totally different and unique? We all know classic old camping wouldn’t work on the island. Sweaty hot tents and sticky sleeping bags […]
Digital Nomad Retreats to Build Your Business and Network in Bali
There are so many benefits to being able to work from anywhere as a digital nomad. Schedule flexibility, no more time-consuming commute, and the freedom to complete more tasks over the length of the day – you’re a fool if you haven’t even considered it. You can literally work from anywhere! Move from one place […]
All the Top Places to Go Surfing in Bali
At least once in your life, you have to try surfing in Bali. The island has so many dynamic surf spots, with a variety of breaks to suit any level of skill – down to none at all. You can surf all year round in Bali. You don’t need to worry about planning the perfect surf […]
Kecak Dance | The History and Story Behind Balinese Kecak Dance
There’s no music, only dozens of shirtless men wearing cloth pants, sat in a circle, chanting ‘Cak cak cak’, swaying and playing with fire. A Kecak dance performance in Bali is mesmerizing, and one of the experiences you don’t want to miss on your visit to the island of the Gods. Kecak dance is a […]
Some of the Most Insta-Beautiful Places to Stay in Bali
No one doubts that Bali is a paradise destination. Even a simple shot of the beach at sunset will get you an aesthetic picture for the ‘gram. Just imagine the kind of pictures you can get when you visit the most Instagrammable places in Bali. You will have a whole feed full of Bali beauty! […]