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Among the many customs and practices that travelers may encounter, tipping can often lead to confusion. While tipping is not a mandatory practice in Bali, understanding the local tipping culture is es…

Bali: A Fantastic Destination for New Year’s and Christmas Celebrations

While there’s never any snow on Bali, the island is always filled with the festive spirit. Balinese locals go above and beyond to organize a variety of events and special performances for those celebr…

The Indonesian portal «Magdalene,» aiming to highlight the views of feminists, pluralists, and progressive thinkers, published an article about the position of Balinese women in society.

The Governor of Bali, Wayan Koster, has announced that a cultural census will be conducted on the island in the coming months. Koster has repeatedly stated that his mission is to protect and preserve…

The Island of Bali and Cultural Heritage.

Bali is renowned for the splendor of its Balinese-Hindu culture, a highly developed and artistically ornamented system of life and rituals. This culture froze at the zenith of its prosperity in the 16…

Interested in immersing yourself in local culture, exploring all the highlights at your own pace with the guidance of a friendly local?

Look no further than a Balinese guide-driver. After all, who knows Bali better than someone born and raised here?

If you’re heading to Sumba, the first thing to do is let go of any expectations shaped by Bali. Sumba is a world apart—fewer services, higher prices, and limited options. It’s not polished, and it’s d…

Hookahs in Bali are no longer exotic: they are smoked at parties, sipped at sunset or while watching a movie in a villa. At the same time, the owners of the best hookah lounges on the island, as a rul…

Ubud, located in the central highlands of Bali, is a cultural and artistic haven known for its lush landscapes, traditional crafts, and spiritual atmosphere. Surrounded by picturesque rice terraces, r…