The first headline speakers have been announced for the critically acclaimed Ubud Writers and Readers Festival 2023. The Literary Festival is celebrating its 20th birthday this year, and organizers have raised the bar once again when it comes to the exceptional individuals who will be making an appearance. Ubud Writers and Readers Festival is one …
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Travel data shows that tourists heading to Bali want to do more than relax at the beach. While hanging out in the Bali sunshine is a perfectly honorable way to spend a vacation, there are so many opportunities for tourists to really connect with the local culture and natural landscapes. One particular workshop is a …
Leaders in Bali are working to raise awareness of the importance of healthy and sustainable lifestyles. Ibu Putri Suastini Koster, the wife of the Governor of Bali, Wayan Koster, is calling on the Balinese people to return to the traditional values of food and food production. This shift towards more organic food production on the …
Although hiking activities on Bali’s mountains have been banned in recent weeks by the provincial Governor, Wayan Koster, development in and around the island’s most iconic volcano remains underway. A new amphitheater will be built in Kintamani for cultural shows and will offer breathtaking views of Mount Batur. A new amphitheater will be built close …
We all love Bali, right? Ask anyone who has spent more than a few minutes in Bali, and they will be able to reel off half a dozen reasons why they love Bali without even thinking. From the stunning sandy beaches to unrivaled hospitality, from nourishing food to reverent culture, Bali is simply magical. While …
Tourists in Bali will be encouraged to explore the unique culture of the island. In a move to promote sustainable and higher-quality tourism on the island, leaders are working to establish new ways of managing tourists and the travel industry to help ensure tourists have an enjoyable trip and that the island’s heritage is respected. …
Bali is loved by many as a travel destination for its welcoming hospitality, stunning landscapes, and truly unique culture. While the cultural nuances of the island can take a lifetime for an outsider to truly understand, there are many aspects of the way of life on the island that visitors are expected to respect. There …
Ubud has long been considered by international travelers as the cultural capital of Bali. Ubud was once a quiet, traditional market town, home to some of the island’s finest artists and artisans. Nowadays, Ubud is a busy and bustling tourism hotspot, but the cultural significance of the town still reigns strong. ARMA Museum and Resort …
Made famous around the world by the film Eat, Pray, Love, the deeply reverential Balinese purification ceremony is one of the few Balinese Hindu rituals that foreigners can take part in at any time. The Melukat ceremony, the Balinese Hindu water purification ceremony, is a ritual performed to help one self-clean, both spiritually and physically. …
BaliSpirit Festival is off to a flying start, spirits are high and smiles are abounding. The most magical and transformative festival in Bali is happening at The Yoga Barn from 4th-7th May, and as day two draws to a close, the festival is in full flow! The 14th BaliSpirit Festival was formally opened with a …
Ubud is perhaps one of the most photographed and iconic travel destinations anywhere in the world. Whether it be photos of the stunning temples or the famous Campuhan Ridge Walk, there are many recognizable vistas in Ubud. There is one temple view, however, that is more famous than any other. And that is the view …
Following the news of yet another arrest of foreigners in Bali for disrespecting a sacred site, one Balinese professor has spoken to the press about how and why tourists should dress appropriately at temples and other holy sites. A group of Russian tourists was recently arrested at Pengubengan Besakih Temple for not dressing appropriately at …