wellness retreats are having a moment – especially on the island of Bali where there are so many inspiring options. So whether you’re craving a wellness weekender, a rustic getaway, a luxury yoga retreat, or a serious cleanse to get you back on track, here’s our tried and tested recommendations for 2017.
Running from the middle of June thru til July 8th, the centre is currently playing host to the 39th Bali Art Festival; a vibrant smorgasbord of events that include Legong and Barong dances, colourful art and sculpture exhibits, traditional music performances, Wayang Kulit shadow puppet shows and our favourite – the fabulous ‘kuliner’ food court section. This being an exclusively Balinese affair, foodies can expect some of the most authentic local dishes around like sizzling pork sate, shredded ayam (chicken) betutu and chunks of suckling pig to name but a few, so make sure to arrive with an appetite.
Bali is home to amazing wellbeing and massage centres, spas that make a real difference. spa curator Judy Chapman reviews six massages that rock.
Balifood checks out new menus and new restaurants opening in Seminyak and Canggu
In comparison with the hectic, touristic Southern part of Bali, the northern part (like Lovina) is more relaxed and less crowded. Amazing, untouched nature like mountains, waterfalls, secret gardens and tranquil beaches can be found here. We’ve selected a few must-see spots for our favourite travellers (including you!) which will definitely surprise you with incredible views.
This small coastal town grew up around a fresh water lotus lagoon. But as tourist development raced, the ocean reef was mined for building material to feed construction and thus the beach disappeared. The result now is a sleepy hideaway far from tourist flocks and perfectly positioned to explore the resplendent regency of Karangasem.
Photographer Thomas Duncan has visited Bali twice now, armed with his drone he photographs Bali from above. Discovering Bali for the first time was an eye opener for Thomas Duncan, […]
Last weekend, me and my friends visited the Gili’s. I was sooo excited because everyone is always talking about those islands and I had never been there before. Time to check it out! We […]
The water surrounding the beautiful little islands of Southwest Lombok is still, clear and absolutely beautiful for swimming, snorkeling or diving. The natural environment is still largely untouched. Local fishermen drift lazily on the still water, local boats trawl for coral and seaweed and the islands dot the water like little green jewels
