Bali Travel Blog

The fine-dining establishment DAVA Restaurant at AYANA Resort and Spa Bali will be undergoing a makeover starting with a new Chef de Cuisine, Mr Jusman So. Jusman is the founder-chef of Singapore’s much-awarded Sage Restaurant, and he will be bringing along his signature style to DAVA. The new menu...

The island paradise of Bali is often known for its beautiful beaches, vibrant nightlife and luxurious villas. But apparently, the government officials felt that these are not enough of a draw for tourists from all over the world. Instead, they have decided to build a museum dedicated to the sales and...

The legendary KU DE TA in Bali, having already established the yardstick for upscale bars and luxury gourmet treats, has recently announced plans to transform their roof-top area into a stylish urban roof top beer garden serving gourmet burgers, fries and shakes with a Mediterranean influence. The new...

Pullman enters Indonesian market with their first hotel in Legian, Bali. The Pullman Bali Legian Nirwana will be the only five-star resort style hotel located at the nexus linking prime entertainment and shopping areas of Kuta and Legian. The hotel’s location at the stretch of Kuta beachfront will...

Marriott International’s largest hotel brand, Courtyard by Marriott, has chosen Bali as its first location in Indonesia for its 900th hotel in the world. The resort opened recently in the Nusa Dua resorts area of the Island of the Gods. “This new hotel will allow Courtyard the opportunity...

Joining a long list of posh and luxurious establishment in Bali, the W Hotels Worldwide has unveiled the W Retreat & Spa Bali at Seminyak. The W Bali is located in the trendy enclave of Seminyak and reinvents the exuberance of its locale. The area is filled with modern cocktail bars, designer boutiques,...

One of the most beloved activity in the Island of the Gods is to chase down beautiful sunsets. Combining stunning natural scenery, luxurious ambiance and a romantic atmosphere, it’s no wonder that tourists and locals alike would often indulge in this laizzes-faire activity. Stunning sunset at the...

By Nikolas Tjhin Located off the northwestern tip of Indonesia’s West Papua Province, the archipelago of  Raja Ampat (The Four Kings) is the holy grail of Scuba diving. With more than 1,309 fish species, 537 coral species, and 699 mollusk species, Raja Ampat boasts the highest recorded marine life...

Bali offers a huge array of accommodations throughout the island to suit every budget including everyone from backpackers to elite travelers. Here you can spend a few dollars per night for a basic room with a bath or hundreds of dollars for a villa with an extravagant outdoor Balinese bathing pool. Located...

As with every tourist destination, there seems to be a routine pattern where restaurants come and go on a whim. Fortunate for some, very sad for others, it’s always good to know about a successful venue that’s been around for years. Located in Kuta, one of the oldest and most popular restaurants...