Pastika hopeful of reelection
Incumbent governor Made Mangku Pastika and his running mate I Ketut Sudikerta are thought to be ahead in the vote count being conducted concurrently across the island with 50.02 percent.
Artists, activists vow to create ‘new’ Bali
A group of local, national and world-class artists and activists will join hands to stimulate awareness in Balinese people to look back to their history and learn more about ancient wisdom—neglected for so many years.
Bali continues promotions to domestic market
Although Bali has long been a favorite destination for domestic tourists, tourism stakeholders still consider promotions important to attract both conventional tourists and the emerging market, especially ahead of the peak season of school holidays and the Idul Fitri holiday.
New apron for private jets, charter flights
The management of Bali’s Ngurah Rai International Airport is planning to build an apron to accommodate more private jets and charter flights landing on the island.
I love Bali: Aquaculture and the paddy
For a long time I knew something was bothering me about the island’s rice fields but was unable to pinpoint exactly what it was. Despite the obvious beauty and often enigmatic rituals that surround rice production, there was something I felt should be present, but was missing, from the landscape.
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Westin Resort supports Bali marathon
The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali announced it is a platinum sponsor for the upcoming BII Maybank Bali Marathon 2013.
‘A Night on Broadway’ for HIV/AIDS campaign
Bali Rainbow Community is holding “A night on Broadway,” starring Australia’s leading man of the musical stage, Michael Cormick, at the SOS Lounge of the Anantara Seminyak Resort and Spa on June 1 as part of its fundraising activities.
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Ubud Village Jazz Festival 2013 Presents : Peter Beets, Dian Pratiwi & Uwe Plath Band...
Biznet Bali International Triathlon Race date will be June 23. Registration is open
Label Summit Indonesia 2013 Create a world of opportunity.
Jazz Central Special Show. Starts 9:30 p.m. Ryoshi House of Jazz
WhiteBox Nusa Dua Eat in Gourmet Shop
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Making contact with Mother Earth
Visitors to Bali marvel at the island’s terraced rice fields, but few have the opportunity to sink their bare feet into the rich, wet soil that nurtures the crop.
