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Hidden Heritage: The Sweet Melodies of Rote
I slowly shuffled forward in the queue of passengers boarding the ferry at Kupang Harbour. I was about to cross the Timor Sea to Rote Island. Ahead of me, a long line of tall-coned straw-like cowboy hats snaked its way up the gangplank. Finally arriving at the comfortable VIP lounge on the upper deck, I
White Glam New Year’s Eve at Hilton Bali Resort
New Year’s Eve is a special occasion on everyone’s calendar; people young and old stay up to countdown the end of the last year and celebrate the start of another. Bali has always been on the top of people’s new year’s plans and for good reason! This year, Hilton Bali Resort has prepared an incredibly
Beringer Vineyards Launches Regional Campaign on Tripadvisor
Most people are fond of traveling, as visiting new destinations and exploring different cultures, cuisines and traditions can be a gratifying experience. However, not everyone enjoys the process of the actual planning and preparation. A regional survey commissioned by Napa Valley wine brand Beringer Vineyards and conducted in five countries across Southeast Asia showed that
A Festive Time in Bali
As the year comes to an end, you must be thinking about your Christmas and New Year’s holiday. We all know that Bali is just a quick flight away and has always been the chosen getaway during the festive season for those of us living in the busy city. If you haven’t yet decided where
Reflecting on Indonesia’s Hidden Heritage 2017
Each month, NOW! Jakarta brings you tales of hidden heritage from our intrepid traveling duo Stephanie Brookes, writer, and David Metcalf, photographer. During 2017 they have brought stories back from Java, Sumatra, Sulawesi, Kalimantan, West Timor and Bali. From meetings with tribal kings to long jungle treks to encounters with shy nomadic forest people, here
The Charming Seaside of Benoa
As the end of the year is approaching, I could not help but think about a holiday destination that would summarize 2017 perfectly. I have been traveling all around the world from Europe to China and Australia, and therefore I was not really keen on traveling too far for this coming holiday season. Bali is
An Adrenaline Rush in Yogyakarta
Not too keen on spending your precious travel time indoors? Take this time to spice up your adventure with something a little more daring! If you are an adrenaline junkie heading to Yogyakarta, you’ll find the following recommendations of top adventure sports and fun activities worthwhile. Soutrhern Yogyakarta, people could find adventorous tourism sites which
6 Must-Visit Museums in Bali
Bali’s beaches and streets seem to become busier by the minute. If you can’t stomach the crowds, the island still offers other places worth visiting. Enjoying God’s creations in the form of Bali’s natural landscape is one thing, but human’s creations in form of art shouldn’t be ignored either. Bali and art are inseparable, and
Lombok’s Little Jockeys – Bareback and Barefoot
Every year at the Bau Nyale Festival in Kuta, Lombok, jockeys come together to compete in a horse racing event unique to Indonesia. Jockeys are always light, but these jockeys are different. They are children who start their training when they are four or five years old. They are ready to compete in the horse
Lombok Escape
The warmth of the sun, the wind in hair, and a good book to read, my voyage to Lombok was filled with sunny days and warm breezes. Kuta Beach at Lombok is described as “the way Bali was 30 years ago”. Photo by Namhar Hermanto/NOW!JAKARTA The short geographical distance between Bali and Lombok can hardly represent
Bali Spirit Festival 2018: Return To Source
The annual Bali Spirit Festival, a celebration of world music, dance, yoga, spirituality and more, comes back this 2-8 April, 2018, with the theme “Return to Source”. The annual Bali Spirit Festival comes back this 2-8 April, 2018. Photo courtesy of Bali Spirit Festival/NOW!JAKARTA On a literal level, the festival returns to its beloved original venue,
Bali On Foot
“Walking is a man’s best medicine”. It is hard to live by that quote with all the advanced transportation options available these days. The possible fact that walking solves many of your health problems, even if presented with shreds of scientific evidence, doesn’t seem enough to persuade us to manage one brisk 10-minute walk a
The Seven Wonders of Banyuwangi
Banyuwangi has been successful in driving tourism. In the last five years, the district widely known as “The Sunrise of Java” has become a popular tourist destination among local and foreign travellers. From beautiful white sand beaches, national parks, electrifying craters in the mountains to ancestral traditions, Banyuwangi is worthy to put on your travel