From 4-7 November 2024, Asia-Pacific’s coolest travel event, Further East, returns to Bali with the top names in the luxury hospitality represented – we’re talking top-tier hotel brands, global buyers, and luxury travel media including LUXE City Guides.
As a proud media partner this year, we’re excited to bring you The Bali Hit List 2024, curated exclusively for Further East attendees. But first, a message from organisers of Further East and This is Beyond:
If you’re reading this, you’re about to see the real Bali — the sights, tastes and experiences that make the island such a global travel icon. Not just the typical stuff, either. The real gems of a culture that’s rooted in wellness, weaving, surfing and tradition. LUXE City Guides shares unique perspectives on our spiritual home, and we’re proud to be partnering with them for Further East 2024.
Since our very first show in 2018, Further East has been returning to Bali; few places encourage such easy connections between people. The island is also playing a powerful role in Asia-Pacific’s resurgence within high-end travel. Our delegates represent the talent that’s making the rest of the world pay attention to regions like this. So, we’re huge fans — can’t you tell? And whether or not you’ve been here before, there’s so much to uncover.
Start exploring with LUXE City Guides, the Bali edition…
Seminyak
Okay, gang, since Further East is taking place in Seminyak, we’re going to let you in on what’s hip and happening in Bali’s most sophisticated and stylish hood – not to mention, the undisputed best spot for sunsets:
Restaurants
Fu House
Thai-inspired, tongue-lashing dishes that please the eyes, camera and tummy – plus handcrafted cocktails and wicked choons in a stylish, mod-retro space.
John Hardy Long Table
Gather the gang for a traditional communal lunch at John Hardy’s Seminyak boutique, with an eclectic mix of Balinese and Indo-inspired dishes such as Bebek Tangkap (local duck), Ikan Belacan (smoked mackerel) and Lawar Biu Batu (plantain mixed with smoked mushroom) by chef Tomy. Tip: Pair with sips from the Jamu Bar.
Takumi
Experience the art of Kaiseki with a front-row seat to Osaka-born chef Daijiro Horikoshi and his team of skilled chefs in action. Then make your way upstairs for Japanese sakes, wines and whiskies at the bar.
Boy’N’Cow
“Bali’s first meat boutique” serving grain- and grass-fed beef from the US and AUS dry aged for up to 28 days in-house. Head upstairs to the speakeasy pre- or post-meal for handcrafted cocktails and whisky flights ready for cigar pairing.
Da Maria
Kool kids flock to the altar of this Aperol-toting, Amalfi Coast-riffing resto established by Sydney’s Icebergs crew. Chipper 60s-Med decor replete with a tiered fountain and graphic decorated ceiling backdrop a casual menu of pizza and pasta.
Cafes
Breadyard
Give in to your carb cravings at this spacious, sunlit cafe with a tree right in the middle of it. The folded eggs and croissants are a must. Tip: Head upstairs if you’re planning to work.
Revolver
The only flat white worth drinking. Get your ripper Aussie java fix at the rock n’ roll Oberoi original, at baby sib in Petitenget or from clued-up caffs around the island.
Pison, Petitenget
Excellent coffee, pastries, brunch and more in a rustic, exposed-brick setting in Petitenget. Head to Ubud for greener views – and don’t forget to snap that obligatory coffee cup against the rice fields pic.
Kynd
Kynd-ness never tasted so good. Spread the love with mindful burgers, ‘cheeken’ salads, konjac calamari, and peace-zzas to share. Nut mylks, smoothies, juices and fizzy kombuchas too.
Biku
Housed in an enchanting 150-year-old Javanese joglo, this Indo art/history/culture spot serves quintessential high tea and cakes galore among new, used, antiquarian and out-of-print books, plus homewares, handmade cards n’ gifts. Pinkies up!
Beach Bars/Clubs
Ku De Ta
Legendary beachfront Bali pahtay mainstay – where the beefy and bootylicious get jiggy on the loungers from dusk till dawn. Catch the stellar sunsets and stay for the tunes.
Mano
Embrace slow living at this balmy, breezy beach house designed for max chillin’. Nomads will feel right at home with its earthy tones, boho vibes and tribal community for mindful mischief.
Iron Fairies
Enter Ashley Sutton’s imaginary world of Iron Fairies, a two-storey, larger-than-life experience with whimsical cocktails, weekly live music and themed cabaret shows.
Motel Mexicola
Riotous ramshackle cafe courtyard and street-side taqueria with eye-popping colours, fun fiesta ambi and more-garitas. Line your stomach with mod-Mex street-inflected morsels.
La Favela
Rickety, sceney retro-boho den bumping Brazilian beats, out-there art, revel-ious prettykins and fedoras.
Shops
Kim Soo
Worldly den of interiors filled with idiosyncratic decor from all across Indonesia founded by Aussie mother-daughter duo, Kim and Giorgia. The chic lifestyle retail space sits within a gorg colonial villa and includes its own cafe, of cos!
Biasa
Effortless, Italian-designed resort-chic looks for Bali with flowy and super-fine linens, cottons and yes, kaftans for every Kitty. Duh!
Aanoukiss
Channel your inner mermaid and tropical goddess in swimwear that’s flirty, flattering and fun – eco-conscious and handcrafted with love in Bali by designer Alexandra Adamiak.
Mr. Ripley
Go from dawn to dusk in classic polos, tees and Mandarin-collared button-ups to swim shorts, jeans and linen pants in a range of beach-friendly colours.
Stelar
Made in communities, not factories – founder Lorna is doing her part to preserve indigenous Balinese weaving skills through her sustainable handbag and accessories brand made with local leathers and fibres. Gorgeous weekend bags, totes, clutches, and more!
Spas & Beauty
Bodyworks
Insta-perfect temple of zen (and popular photo spot, obvs) with a full menu of massages, facials and even private fire and ice treatment rooms. With its palm trees meets Jaipur interior design, it’s worth a look-see even for the spa-phobes.
Mello Spa
Slick and chic Aussie-founded aesthetic day spa with mani/pedis, facials, massages and more. Try the Oxygen facial for an instant glow up, or the signature gua sha massage to boost your circulation.
Jari Menari
Very popular massage salon with simple rooms, tinkly water and fab, highly-trained male masseurs offering unique treatments like the four-handed Absolutely Amazing, and the curious Serenading Singing Bowl.
Rob Peetom
From the land of windmills to the Big Apple and heart of Bali, the Rob Peetom pros will take care of all your mane woes – plus beauty, make-up and brows, too. Mooi!
Terapung Float Club
Rest and recover in Terapung’s open-air float tanks, or knead those knots out with Balinese, deep tissue and lymphatic massages. Hot and cold therapy also available.
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