The first time I heard the story of Jayaprana, I was still a teenager. My teacher told it like it was a movie—full of love, betrayal, and a tragic end. Years later, I found myself standing at Teluk Terima,

I have been looking for new things to do in Hive, rather than doing the daily trip as a tour guide, trying new place to eat, finding new places and write about them and post them in hive. And then since

Visiting Rumah Desa is not just about watching. It is about doing. My clients had a great time learning, tasting, and trying new things. One of the best parts was making Balinese offerings. The local guide

One day, I had the opportunity to introduce the layout of a Balinese house to my client. I visited a house in Desa Baru that is open to the public, allowing visitors to learn about its traditional design.

In the quiet village of Desa Tua, there’s a special place called Rumah Desa, where visitors can experience traditional Balinese culture and farming. During my visit, along with two clients, I had the chance

When I first walked into the ARMA Museum in Ubud, I felt calm and peaceful. The garden in the courtyard was beautiful and well-kept. There were stone statues placed around the garden, which made me feel

I have been to Kehen Temple in Bangli, but I found this ancient temple always so interesting. When I arrived, I was really amazed by the carvings on the gate, doors, and walls. There are so many statues,

In the morning, I took a quiet but challenging walk to the village. The road went up and down, making it more of a workout than a leisurely stroll. I followed the village road to the last area where I

The morning was calm, with a cloudy sky hiding the sun. The weather was cool, not hot at all. My friend suggested we walk to get breakfast instead of riding. It seemed like a good idea. A walk through

One day while working, I ended up in a village called Kayu Putih in Singaraja, North Bali. It was midday, and lunchtime had arrived as the clock struck 13:20. So, my friend and I stopped at a small food

When I arrived at Amed Beach, I saw many colorful Jukung boats resting on the black sand. Each boat had outriggers on both sides, helping to keep balance on the water. The sky was cloudy, and the beach

Tirta Gangga is a stunning water palace in East Bali known for its elegant fountains, lush gardens, and sacred pools. Built by the royal family of Karangasem in 1948,;this peaceful retreat blends Balinese

Today, I went to East Bali, to a village called Sibetan. It took about two and half hours from Denpasar, the capital city of Bali. Sibetan is popular in Bali because it is the center of salak farming.

I started my trekking in Kastala village at a dam on the north side of the village. I crossed a bamboo bridge over the river and walked through farms and small paths in the rice fields. I saw some people

I arrived at Kusamba village again after some time just after midday. It is a seaside village known for its traditional salt-making. I stopped by one of the salt makers in the area. Kusamba salt is quite

The Kemenuh village was our destination for this bus trip. It was part of a Bali tour to visit a group of Balinese dancers performing a short piece called the Barong Dance. These dancers are traditional

Celukan Bawang is a harbor in North Bali. It’s about 110 kilometers north west of Denpasar (the Bali capital). The harbor is a gateway for both cargo and cruise ships. It plays an important role in the

At the corner of the market, there’s a seller offering various types of bread. It’s not a bakery; the bread is more like snacks. The seller happens to be my cousin’s wife, so she’s part of our family.

Last night, my family and I went to a coffee cafe in my town called Grya Coffee. Initially, I didn’t plan to try coffee because I knew it would keep me awake. However, I was aware they usually serve more

In the morning, I went to buy some groceries with my wife at a stall near my house. There is not much walking in this place. I went for a Sunday Walk at the town park with my son walking and watching little