CITY GUIDES

“melukat’: ancient water rituals: purification ceremony in bali
Ancient Water RitualsAncient Water Rituals | Traditional healing? Spiritual cleansing? Karmic purification? YES, PLEASE! The team at YOGI TIMES jumped at the chance to experience...

Beach garden – Organic kitchen
Where raw food, organic dishes and smoothies come to life on batu bolongThere is a trendy haven that is attracting Canggu foodies off the busy...

E space spa in canggu
A flawless spa experience designed for healing on batu bolongIf you’re up for a flawless spa experience in Canggu, ESPACE is the place to revitalize. As...

must try yoga studios in bangkok
In the midst of Bangkok’s hustle and bustle, where the noise can drown your thoughts and the traffic can drag you down, visitors and residents...

Villa Gaia Retreat Center: A Transformational Oasis in Ubud
After six hectic months of late-night deadlines and makeshift granola dinners, I found myself yearning for a wellness reset. Living in Bali and working in...

barong dance in bali
In Balinese mythology, Barong or Barhuand is a sacred lion-like animal considered to be the symbol of good fortune and the king of the positive...

penjor – what does it represent?
Walking through the streets of Bali during certain religious Hindu holidays such as Galungan and Kuningan and other temple festivals can be a refreshing treat...

kuningan holiday in bali
Hindu celebration of the end of Galungan in BaliOne of the most important holidays celebrated by the Hindus in Bali, Indonesia. Kuningan, indicates the end...

galungan day in bali
a Hindu holiday celebrating the victory of good vs evilBelieved to be the triumph of Dharma (good) over Adharma (evil) the Galungan Hindu holiday is...

things to do in nusa penida
Looking for an island to spend the day or weekend? Nusa Penida provides the perfect day trip or weekend getaway on the south west coast...

the purist villas
Staying at the Purist Villas one might be tempted not to leave. Not because it’s remote but simply because there is no need to –...

secret spot canggu
not a real secret in CangguEscape the busy streets and let this charming and charismatic Secret Spot café welcome you into a friendly and nutritious...

bali is heaven for massages
Bali is famous for its massages, and visiting a spa is one of the main attractions on the island. You can find great messages priced...

finding kirtan in los angeles
personal experience ofI was intrigued by the growing popularity of kirtan singing and wanted to experience it first-hand. I had just returned from a trip...

Things to do in Pemuteran, North of Bali
Where to stay, eat, play, spa, and explore in pemuteranClose your eyes…inhale…exhale…and discover the peacefulness of the small and quiet village Pemuteran in North Bali....

join the nyepi celebrations & unique balinese new year
where you can witness something you won’t find anywhere else in the world?March is a very special month in Bali and you are lucky to...

what is an ogoh-ogoh?
Creatures seen the night before the balinese day of silence in baliIf you have experienced the Balinese Day of Silence (Nyepi), then you will already be...

frangipani
Everywhere around Bali, and especially in many gardens and around many homes you will come across frangipani – yellow-white flowers growing on trees. Locally known...

the samaya – ubud – riverside picnic lunch
The Samaya Ubud is a full-service resort villa and spa located right near the Ayung river. It is surrounded by tropical greens for miles and...