Art & Forbidden Fruit in Bali: Part Two
The prominent role of gay expatriate artists in Bali before the Second World War must have deeply disturbed some members of the very conservative white
Home
Page 458
USS Liberty, Tulamben
Strong eruptions normally are a hazard for people living close to the volcano. In 1963 the eruption of the Mount Agung, the Bali’s sacred mountain,
Andrea Angelique: Medium and Tarot Master
When she was eight, a group of curious girls gathered around Andrea Angelique as she put her hands on the cursor of a Ouiji Board.
John Marciano
Meet John Marciano, founder of the Republic of Soap – a holistic approach to creating products reminiscent of a bygone era, made by hand in
Pablo Gentile
Meet Pablo Gentile. A gutsy American artist who moved to Bali in the 80s to breathe art and live within this island’s culture. You are
Made Raditya Rondi – Bali’s Own Surfing Champion
Sitting in his family’s restaurant called Goku tucked just back from Kuta Beach on Jalan Benesari, the soft spoken Made Raditya Rondi starts telling me
Paul Ropp
Meet Paul Ropp. The visionary, the renaissance man and the revolutionary designer. Paul Ropp, you were a major figure in the 60’s movement. The first
For Whom the Bali Tolls
Finally road users on Bali’s congested southern tip are looking forward to some relief with the construction of a toll road that will link the
Art and Forbidden Fruit in Bali
Part One – Straight Men The artist needs his muse they say. The qualifications for the job are complex and elusive – enigmatic beauty, poetic
A Business with No Future: Shark and Ray Fisheries in Indonesia
Fishermen in Indonesia have been catching sharks and rays for centuries, using traditional boats and artisanal tools. For some families, catching a big fish was
World No. 3 Luke Donald Plays Mizuno Irons!
Welcome back golfers! Ladies and Gentlemen, the holiday season is fast approaching. Let us take a moment and explore a golf-gift idea, shall we! This issue,
Outlook: Indonesian Infrastructure
Solid infrastructure is a key ingredient to a nation’s development. All countries need efficient transportation, energy and sanitation in order to provide a decent standard
A Memorable Face Jakarta
What are the things you look for when choosing a venue for a dinner date? Good food, possibly to share for a bit more intimacy.
Jakarta Set to Hold First International Fringe Festival
The performing arts and entertainment scene in Indonesia is set to enter a new era in November with the launch of the country’s first ever
Jakartans Get a Bum Deal…
To celebrate World Toilet Day* (http://toiletday.org/about/), which is held on November 19th every year, I’ve tried to get to the bottom of the mystery as
Thomas Stamford Raffles and The History of Java
If I were to ask you, who Stamford Raffles was, you would most likely answer: the founder of Singapore. In fact, I have asked this
Retiring in Indonesia
Some things in life are worth spending a little extra time and effort preparing for, and retirement is certainly one of those. After several decades
Top 5 Financial Tips For Expats In Indonesia
1. Don’t accept below standard Health Insurance Any expat with his head screwed on will be well aware of the importance of having health insurance
Paul Beale
Meet Paul Beale. CEO and founder of GMS Global Management Services, a firm believer of buying only what you need, not what you want. Paul,
Chris Salans of Mozaic Restaurant
Few fine dining venues in Bali have distinguished themselves with such flair and inspiration as Ubud’s award-winning Mozaic Restaurant run by Chef Chris Salans.
Katie Allan
Meet Katie Allan, the Barista, the Surfer, the Legend. Katie, you’re a bit of a legend on Bali. Tell us why that is? Am I?