Kite Surfing Kings

‘Good direction, strong winds and waves. Put those three elements together and you can have magic for sure.’

The Yak Magazine

 

Elitist Intentions

Elite Havens has been leading the Bali luxury villa market for two decades. I found out why.

The Yak Magazine

 

Running From the Pack

Award-winning photographer and DC Shoes Director of Skate Photography Mike Blabac talks epic images.

The Yak Magazine

The Mark of Men

I tapped into the revival of traditional tattooing in Indonesia with two of Bali’s best hand-tapping tattoo artists.

Kuban Magazine

 

Bali Dogs

Over the past decade, Bali Dog Adoption and Rehabilitation Centre (BARC) has rescued thousands of furry friends from fatal fates on the streets.

Kuban Magazine

Free Falling

Plunge into the world of free diving in Bali and discover why it’s so popular with divers, surfers, soldiers and CEOs alike.

Kuban Magazine

 

 

Warp & Weft

Balinese weaving techniques have been passed down for centuries, particularly those used to produce sacred cloths that are said to protect against evil spirits. 

The Bud Magazine

 

Bali Asli

Hidden away in the highlands of East Bali is a scenic gem that is conserving the Balinese culinary tradition.

The Bud Magazine

 

Eco-tourism

It’s not easy being green. For sustainable tourism to work in Bali, there must be community participation and an integration of culture, economy, and the environment.

The Bud Magazine

Style & Class at Apéritif

Step back in time to the Roaring Twenties at Apéritif, Ubud’s Gatsby-esque destination drinking den.

The Yak Magazine

 

Alila Treetops: Go on Then

Alila Ubud offers a sanctuary of serenity with beguiling treetop villas overlooking lush jungle and rice paddies.

The Yak Magazine

Go Ayurvedic at Sukhavati

Sukhavati Ayurvedic Retreat & Spa draws on ancient holistic healing techniques to purify the body and the mind.

The Yak Magazine

Lessen Your Travel Footprint

See the world and do your part for the environment at the same time with these eco-friendly travel tips.

Ubud Life Magazine

 

Feeding the Needy

When Mount Agung erupted on Bali, thousands of people were displaced. These F&B establishments made it easy to lend a helping hand.

Ubud Life Magazine

 

Ethical Organic Fashion

These Bali-based fashion brands take a sustainable approach by using local natural materials and employing artisan craftsmen.

Ubud Life Magazine

Here’s Why Natural Wines are all the Rage in Singapore Right Now

Mindful consumption is crossing over to the bar scene in Singapore with the introduction of natural, organic wines.

Urban Journey

 

10 Private Home Dining Experiences in Singapore You Have to Try

Singapore’s latest foodie trend is happening where food is at its most honest—in people’s private homes.

Urban Journey

Barbary Coast: Two Brilliant Bars in One Space in Boat Quay

Barbary Coast brings the headiness of the California Gold Rush to Boat Quay in Singapore.

Urban Journey

 

Bali Beach Clubs

Baliophiles have plenty of beach clubs to chose from—laid-back and lovely to family-friendly, swanky and scenic.

The Yak Magazine

 

Two Girls, One Mission. No Plastic

I caught up with Melati and Isobel Wisjen, founders of the groundbreaking Bye Bye Plastic Bags movement.

The Yak Magazine

 

Karma’s Destiny

Karma Resorts founder John Spence reveals how the globally renowned luxury resort brand came to be.

The Yak Magazine

Smoky, Slow-cooked BBQ Goodness

When you’re craving a carnivorous feed in Singapore, these BBQ joints offer up all manner of meats cooked low and slow and slathered in sauce.

Urban Journey

 

The 7 Best Detox Retreats in Asia

Purify the body, mind and soul with these holistic detox programmes in sublime settings across Asia.

Urban Journey

 

Bon Appétit! 10 Fabulous French Restaurants

Singapore is spoiled for choice when it comes to French restaurants ranging from cosy Parisian-style bistros to  sleek Michelin-starred eateries.

Urban Journey

Water Woes

Without concerted conservation efforts, Bali will face a serious water crisis in the not-so-distant future.

The Bud Magazine

 

Strings Attached

The Setia Darma House of Masks and Puppets is a jewel of history, art and performance that’s not to be missed.

The Bud Magazine

 

Heart Balm

In Bali it is widely believed that skilled practitioners of black magic can make love charms or potions that will cause even the hardest of hearts to crack.

The Bud Magazine

 Jah Joni

For reggae singer Joni Agung and his Double T band, the music is the message and the message is the music.

Kuban Magazine

 

Holy Crab!

Leave your table manners at home and dig into saucy Cajun seafood feasts with your bare hands at Holy Crab.

Kuban Magazine

 

Kuta Ink

From old school Sailor Jerry style tats to biomechanical pieces and everything in between, these are some of the best tattoo studios in Kuta.

Kuban Magazine

Bali’s Best Eco Lodges

Located in lush jungle environs, these four eco-lodges are championing green tourism in Bali.

Ubud Life Magazine

 

 Cashews of Karangasem

East Bali Cashews has breathed new purpose and prosperity into a corner of Bali where villagers have historically struggled to make ends meet.

Ubud Life Magazine

Vegan Raw Food Revolution

For years now Ubud has been a haven for vegans and raw food revolutionaries who want healthy cuisine minus the animal products.

Ubud Life Magazine

 

Ku.dos

Ku De Ta has been Bali’s iconic sunset sipping spot for over 20 years, and they’re consistently upping their game.

The Yak Magazine

 

The Penthouse at Hu’u

Looking for a swanky bolthole in Seminyak? The penthouse at Hu’u Villas ticks all the right boxes.

The Yak Magazine

No Sleep Since Brooklyn

Paul Ropp is one of Bali’s most iconic fashion designers. I take a look at his captivating career trajectory.

The Yak Magazine

Recarving an Art Niche in Cambodian Culture

Master wood-carver Chan Sim survived the Khmer Rouge purging of artists and now passes on the tradition of Khmer woodcarving to the next generation.

The Phnom Penh Post

 

Cool Mountain Getaway

A favourite of former King Sihanouk, Kirirom offers a respite from the hustle, bustle and heat of Phnom Penh

The Phnom Penh Post

Bears get a second chance at Phnom Tamao Zoo

With countless animals in Cambodia falling victim to illegal wildlife trade, one organisation offers a safe and healthy environment for rescued bears.

The Phnom Penh Post

 

Cambodia’s Homegrown Winery is a Hit With Drinkers

Despite the derision of their neighbours, one family’s determination to set up a winery outside of Battambang city marks a first step for modern viticulture.

The Phnom Penh Post

 

Pre-Angkor Stone-carving Remains a Very Modern Affair

Nearly lost amid the violence and cultural nihilism of the Khmer Rouge, stone carvers continue to find markets for their ancient tradecraft.

The Phnom Penh Post

How Rice Wine Ferments the Cambodian Spirit

Rice wine is a popular tipple all over Asia, and, as one soon discovers, it comes in a wide variety of styles and possesses an assortment of medicinal qualities.

The Phnom Penh Post