Beyond Canggu – Pereranan is the cool neighbour. Step away from the ordinary and into the heart of Pererenan, where Bali’s hidden gem unveils a world of sophisticated charm. Nestled just moments from its hectic neighbour, Canggu, this captivating village was once a secret paradise, a haven for those seeking the true essence of the […]
Desa Potato Head, as it is now named, encompasses Potato Head Beach Club, the Beach Hotel and the luxurious Potato Head Suites, in the former boutique hotel Katamama. There are two types of rooms, the ocean-front suites with views across the ocean and down the coast, and the studio-style rooms which are compact and almost Japanese in their clever use of space and repurposed elements.
Upon arriving you are met with neutral colours and stylish accents: just what you would expect from Bali, surrounded by lush greenery. It has a huge lounge area, decorated with original Art and furnished with classic Indonesian pieces. The pool area will keep young and old entertained and relaxed throughout the day, whilst the well planned out cushioned seating / dining area provides an ideal setting for al fresco dinners and evening drinks.
The popular Gili islands off the … coast of Lombok are not the only ones worth visiting (Gili simply means island in the local lingo), but this trilogy of little land masses in a turquoise sea have become synonymous with tourism in Lombok. Gili Air is the smallest, Gili Meno is the middle island and Gili Trawangan is the largest, a party island that has its fans and its haters.
The soothing valley of Sidemen is home to the eco-friendly Samanvaya resort, worthy of the short trip to this blissful valley.
Minutes from Canggu and the wild beaches of Tabanan, Ulaman Eco Retreat, nestled between two sacred rivers, is a vision for the future of Bali tourism.
By Luiz Sanchez – Living in Bali it is easy to get stuck in your own bubble, always doing the same thing and going to the same places. This week I decided to take my wife on a little staycation, and we settled for the Fairfield Marriott Hotel on Sunset road. Living in Canggu means […]
We’re giggling like girls as we arrive at Serangan Harbour heading for a two-day staycation in Nusa Lembongan, packed and ready to explore.
Pulling off the street and driving under the canopy of leafy bamboo is a little like Alice falling through the looking glass.
Now that the sleepy surf village of Batu Bolong has been transformed beyond recognition, with a massive influx of millennial tourists and digital nomads, one could be mistaken for thinking that it’s all over for those who don’t have a thriving Instagram account, a beard or a baby. Read more
