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| January 23rd |
CHINESE NEW YEAR
Join us to celebrate the Year of the Dragon with a Chinese inspired dinner at our Warung.
222 Package and Family Getaway Package are available. |
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| February 1st |
GALUNGAN
One of Bali's major festivals, celebrates the return of Balinese gods and deified ancestors to Bali. For ten days, Balinese families will entertain and welcome with prayers and offerings, along with ceremonies to cleanse and balance the inner and outer energy on the island. Galungan lasts for 10 days and features, among other things, barongs dancing from temple to temple in each village. The festival symbolizes the victory of good over evil. The origins of Galungan are still a mystery, but essentially this is the beginning of the week in which the gods and ancestors descend to earth…and good triumphs over evil. |
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| February 11th |
KUNINGAN
This festival is held ten days after the Galungan Festival. On this day, special offerings made of yellow rice and special dishes are offered, while every family compound and temple looks amazing with ornaments. Believed to be the day when ancestral holy spirits and Deities ascend back to heaven. |
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| February 14th |
VALENTINE'S DAY
A tradition at Bloo Lagoon, a candlelight 3 course dinner, fantastic sea view, friendly service and relaxed atmosphere. |
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| March 7th-10th |
SILAYUKTI TEMPLE CELEBRATION |
| Oct. 10th-13th |
Pura Silayukti, where Empu Kuturan - who introduced the caste system to Bali in the 11th century - is said to have lived, lies at the north end of Padangbai and during its "odalan" or birthday, people come from all over Bali to pray. The main street remains closed to vehicles as processions of beautifully dressed Balinese come to pledge their offerings. Wearing the appropriate temple clothes visitors are welcome to experience this traditional celebration and enjoy the dramatic views from the temple's cave. |
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| March 23rd |
NYEPI
The Hindu Day of Silence or the Hindu New Year in the Balinese Saka calendar. The largest celebrations are held in Bali as well as in Balinese Hindu communities around Indonesia. On New Year's Eve the villages are cleaned, food is cooked for 2 days and in the evening as much noise is made as possible to scare away the devils. On the following day, Hindus do not leave their homes, cook or engage in any activity. Streets are deserted, and tourists are not allowed to leave hotel complexes. No arrival nor departure flights at Ngurah Rai Airport.
In accordance with local regulations, all visitors must remain within the property's premises during Nyepi, from midnight of one day before to early morning on the next day. Check-in and check-out will not be possible. Only essential lights may be used in the villas while the Balinese will have no light for all night. Everything stops for a day, the day of total peace and quiet. |
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| March 25th |
WONDER CAMP
A repeat two week event at Bloo Lagoon, a time for mothers with small children to meet and spend quality time with their little ones and socialize.
For more information, please contact natasha@theinsider-bali.com |
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| April 4th |
PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP
Conducted by New York photographer Timoti Graham, this workshop will explore the subject of Balinese identity through portraits and traditional religious gatherings.
For more information please contact shannon.gold@gmail.com |
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| May 7th |
YOGA RETREAT
Organized by INSPYA YOGA from Byron Bay, these eight days of yoga and relaxation are an excellent opportunity to explore your body and connect with your higher self through asana, pranayama and meditation. Leave all the distractions behind, relax and unwind. SOLD OUT |
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| July 4th |
FOURTH OF JULY INDEPENDENCE DAY
BBQ and music - to be announced. |
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| July 14th |
BASTILLE DAY
We will commemorate with delicious French food paired with Hatten wines and a toast with sparkling wine. |
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| August 8th |
INDIAN NIGHT
Ibu Siti, from Warung Little India in Ubud, will prepare fresh samosas, curries and other Indian specialties all cooked in her homegrown spices and complemented with her delicious chai. |
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| August 31st |
BLUE MOON
Special dinner will follow drinks served at our cocktail lounge while we await the full moon rising over the Lombok strait. Guest chef to be announced. |
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| December 25th |
CHRISTMAS DINNER
We celebrate dinner in our traditional long tables with a something for everyone, roast turkey, vegetarian dishes, fresh salads, delicious desserts and our special white wine sangria. |
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| December 31st |
NEW YEAR'S EVE
We toast and dance to our DJ's beat and welcome the New Year surrounded by friends old and new. |
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| To be announced |
TRADITIONAL BALINESE AND BARONG DANCES
TOURS TO THE AGA VILLAGE OF TENGANAN
ART GALLERY OPENINGS |
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