Nyepe Beach Village Procession

We were invited to join this village as the members all proceeded to the beach for the annual ceremony at the water to bless its temples, which were all transported as well to the beach. Community is everything in Balinese culture.

Appreciating the Little Things in Ubud, Culture of Calmness and Community

April 17th 2018
What we most appreciate about living in Ubud is best summarized in all the little things we experience daily. The early morning rooster wake up calls, followed by the daily sing song “Selamat Pagi / Good Morning“ greeting of the hotel staff as they arrive with our hot water thermos. Early morning laps in the pool. Morning yoga practice overlooking the rice paddies and coconut palm trees. Laugh ... read more

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The Dutch began to colonize Indonesia in the early 17th century; the islands were occupied by Japan from 1942 to 1945. Indonesia declared its independence after Japan's surrender, but it required four years of intermittent negotiations, recurring hos... ... read more

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