Capitol Depreciation
Fire Destroys Building in Bali’s Governor Office Complex (2/18/2018) A building at the Governor’s office complex in central Denpasar was consumed by fire on Tuesday, February 13, 2018. The fire
Indonesia seizes yacht in Bali wanted by US investigators
Indonesian officials prepare to board the luxury yacht ‘Equanimity’, reportedly worth some US$250 million and owned by Jho Low, a former unofficial adviser to the Malaysian fund 1MDB, at Benoa
Bali’s Best Cocktails
Where to get a drink, classic, signature and inventive creations with a twist from the island’s coolest bars and top-shelf mixologists Bali’s best cocktails, from sweet ‘n’ sour to flamin’
Bali Weekend Warrior: 5 cool things to do on the island this weekend (Feb. 23-25)
ALL OVER BALI: Unite to help clean Bali up Bali’s Biggest Cleanup Join the formidable and imperative effort of Bali’s One Island One Voice to help pick up rubbish across
Preserving Bali’s Rich Cultural Legacy
Klungkung Regency Grants Icons of Cultural Heritage Status to the Paintings of Nyoman Gunarsa (2/16/2018) The Regency of Klungkung has declared 13 additional compositions by the Balinese painting “Maestro” Nyoman
Bali’s Best Healthy Food:
Where to find vegetarian & vegan menus, superfood cafes, clean eating, raw food, organic options and more While we can’t claim to be full-fledged vegans ourselves and we do enjoy
Shifting Consumer Behavior in Indonesia
Indonesian Spending Less on Material Goods, More on Travel and Leisure Activities (2/11/2018) Asia.Nikkei.com sees Indonesian consumer spending patterns as changing evidenced by the closure of internationally branded fashion retailers
Better in White
Uluwatu Fashion House Launches New ‘Waterlily Crown’ Collection for Women (1/28/2018) Uluwatu, the Balinese company famous for its exquisite collections of predominantly-white, handmade lace resort wear for women and men,
Australian man dies in Bali, electrocuted cleaning pool in Jimbaran home
An Australian man living in Bali died last week after electrocuted when cleaning the pool at his house. Identified in reports as 60-year-old Anthony Gallagher, the expat had been cleaning
Vibrant, Vibrating Start to the Year of the Dog
Moderate Earthquake Startles Chinese New Year Celebrants Across South Bali (2/16/2018) At 10;37 am on Friday, February 16, 2018, devotees gathered to offer Chinese New Year prayers at the Kongco