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Nyepi in Bali: Story of Ogoh-Ogoh

Posted on 08 March 2019

Ogoh Ogoh Nyepi Bali | The Colony Hotel Bali

As Bali uses a different calendar system, the annual New Year celebration in Bali usually happens around March. While most people celebrate New Year’s Eve with lively parties, Balinese people celebrate New Year in silence. Basically, the whole island shuts…

The Truly Magical Kecak Fire Dance

Posted on 12 October 2018

kecak fire dance

What is a Kecak Fire Dance and what to expect from it? Together with Tari Barong and Tari Legong, Tari Kecak (or Kecak Dance) are known as Bali’s top three iconic dances. It is also recognized as the fire dance,…

Best Tattoo Studios in Bali

Posted on 24 August 2018

tattoo studios in bali

On your various trips to Bali, you may have considered getting inked… In fact, now you’re seriously considering getting a tattoo, and why not? South Bali is home to some really good, hygienic and artistic tattoo studios, especially in Legian,…

LGBT + nightlife in Bali: drag shows & pride nights

Posted on 10 May 2018

If you’re in Seminyak and identify as an alphabet in LGBT+ or a color on the spectrum, you’ve come to the perfect place. Bali’s gay scene revolves around specific areas in and around Seminyak with the main shebang taking place…

The Best Coffee in Seminyak, for Caffeine Hunters

Posted on 04 May 2018

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If you require your first-thing-in-the-morning caffeine intake before functioning, we can absolutely relate. If you can’t get through your day without finding the ultimate coffee, fear not. Whether you’re craving boutique beans or need coffee on the go, this week,…

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