Articles tagged ‘Archive’
Talking with Ida Bagus Puspa Arthawa in Legian Bali
By Nick | December 3rd, 2006 |
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Part of my job is doing hotel reviews, so that people can make a better choice for themselves when coming to Bali on holiday.
Back in 2004, I interviewed Ida Bagus Puspa Arthawa, the manager of the Puri Raja Hotel in Legian and we got slightly off-topic talking about Bali. He was an interesting man, and [...]
Nyoman: Handicraft vendor Poppies I Kuta
By Nick | May 6th, 2006 | Add a Comment »
Poppies Lane I is another narrow gang that leads from Jl. Legian to the beach. Originally just a sandy track, lined with palm trees, its now a brick lane, lined with shops. I spoke to Nyoman, owner of a small place selling decorations. Nyoman’s shop, which actually doesn’t have a name, is situated next to [...]
Top BaliBlog Posts - #1
By Nick | December 31st, 2004 | 1 Comment »
A royal cremation is an elaborate, day-long event. Nick, along with thousands of other locals and travelers, was fortunate enough to witness one last July. At long last, the number one BaliBlog post of all time is…Attending the Royal cremation in Ubud Bali from July 25, 2004.
Top BaliBlog Posts - #2
By Nick | December 30th, 2004 | Add a Comment »
The Bali Bombings in October 2002 affected residents, tourists and the international community as a whole. Six months after the bombing, Nick interviewed Mr. Katut Nugra, who lived two doors down from the fated Sari Club. In this frightening interview, Mr Nugra describes the events of that night. From February 28, 2003 and holding [...]
Top BaliBlog Posts - #3
By Nick | December 29th, 2004 | Add a Comment »
Nick attends one of his first weddings in Bali - a beautiful ceremony between Tracey, an Australian, and Gede, who is Balinese. From August 04, 2003, Tracey and Gede’s wedding in Bali makes it to a top three spot.
Top BaliBlog Posts - #4
By Nick | December 28th, 2004 | Add a Comment »
Nick huffs, and he puffs, but he climbs the Gunung Agung volcano with friends. At high-flying number four from July 28, 2003: Hiking Gunung Agung in Bali.
Top BaliBlog Posts - #6
By Nick | December 26th, 2004 | Add a Comment »
Nick proves that he can throw a killer party - once he figures out how to use the grill. At six (o’clock), it’s BBQ Party at my house in Seminyak Bali from May 24, 2004.
Top BaliBlog Posts - #7
By Nick | December 25th, 2004 | Add a Comment »
Ida Bagus Puspa Arthawa offers a candid look at life and Balinese culture in this in-depth and insightful interview. At swinging number seven, it’s Talking with Ida Bagus Puspa Arthawa in Legian Bali from October 07, 2004.
Top BaliBlog Posts - #8
By Nick | December 24th, 2004 | Add a Comment »
If you’re looking for things to do in Kuta, Nick knows just where you should go. Numero ocho es 10 ideas for things to do in the Kuta area from May 17, 2004.
Top BaliBlog Posts - #9
By Nick | December 23rd, 2004 | Add a Comment »
Nick heads to one of the more beautiful, yet non-touristed, temple in Bali. Rolling in at 9 is Visiting Pura Luhur Batukau in Tabanan Bali, from April 11, 2004.
