Health Workshop at Program Ubud
Last week, VP Bali had a doctor in the house! Dr Anjalee came by from Malaysia to give a short health workshop... Read More
Recycling event
It’s August in Bali and it’s also the start of Indonesia’s independence month, so let’s get that patriotic spirit up and running!... Read More
What Makes a Balinese Home?
You’re chilling at your home stay and enjoying a slow afternoon with your hosts. Then you suddenly realize there’s a lot of... Read More
5 Fruits to Shave Off that Bali Belly
Chances are, if you’ve been in Bali for too long, you’ve developed a condition known as Bali belly. Balinese foods are notoriously... Read More
Tumpek Wayang, the Day of Art and Bad Luck
Yesterday felt like a normal Saturday. Or was it? In fact, that certain Saturday was one of the unluckiest days in the... Read More
Tri Hita Karana: The Balinese Philosophy of Life
Have you ever wondered how the Balinese manage to live in such harmony with nature and other people? There’s a philosophy behind... Read More
Rwa Bhineda – The Philosophy of Balance
Much like Newton postulated centuries ago; every action, there is an equal opposite reaction; the Balinese believe that there are two opposing... Read More
Priests in Bali
In Bali, priests provide religious guidance for the community. From blessing farm equipment to holding massive ceremonies, priests are highly revered in... Read More
Odalan in Bali
“Odalan” is a blanket term for the religious ceremonies in Bali.They range from small to massive, and occur based on the Balinese... Read More
Ngaben: Going Out in Flames
Ngaben is one of the most sacred ceremonies in Bali. The body of the deceased is carried on a majestic tower (called... Read More