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Wellbeing Trends for 2024

As we step into 2024, the world of well-being is teeming with transformative trends that...

When is the best time of year to visit Bawah Reserve?

We are often asked about the best time of year to schedule a trip to Bawah Reserve.Which...

How to get to Bawah Reserve

Our faraway paradise is well worth the journey and there are many ways to get to Bawah,...

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Jan 5, 2024

Wellbeing Trends for 2024

As we step into 2024, the world of well-being is teeming with transformative trends that promise to ...
Oct 26, 2023

Getting married soon? Then you need to know about hen, stag, sten, hag and fox parties!

The traditional "dos" held for men and women about to get married - a stag (or bachelor) party for ...
Sep 13, 2023

Your top Bawah Reserve FAQS answered

What you are searching on Google gives us a real insight into what you want to know! So we thought ...
Jul 5, 2023

Top 20 memorable holiday moments revealed

What are your holiday moment must-haves? It seems wherever you are in the world, similar memorable ...
May 12, 2023

I do, again… Why vow renewals are “en vogue!”

Renewing your vows is all the rage in Celeb Land. Look at the recent vow renewal between Jamie ...
Apr 17, 2023

Bawah Reserve Earth Day Pledges

Last year, in support of the inspirational Earth Day 2022 theme #InvestInOurPlanet we created 10 ...
Mar 31, 2023

Calling all Flashpackers...

If you managed to backpack Southeast Asia in your twenties, fast forward 15 to 20 years or more, ...
Jan 17, 2023

Wellness Trends To Try In 2023

It’s a brand new year, the perfect time for a renewed focus on well-being. Over the past couple of ...
Jan 13, 2023

Overseas Destination Wedding Planning Checklist

Many of you have probably thought a lot about your wedding day, like how you will prepare for it, ...
Oct 5, 2022

Who is Bawah Reserve for?

Bawah Reserve is a sustainable beach resort located on a mini-archipelago of six gorgeous private ...
Aug 12, 2022

Holiday board game favourites

Holidays are the perfect time to indulge in board games! Whether you go for one of the classic ...
May 17, 2022

How to cope with travel anxiety

An estimated 275 million people worldwide suffer from anxiety disorders. That's around 4% ofthe ...
May 6, 2022

Sustainable Energy: What’s the best way to get electricity on a private island?

Hot off the press! Indonesia’s largest floating solar panel farm is now up and running atBawah ...
Apr 12, 2022

Here’s how to get your “friendcation” right!

They say that friends who travel together stay together. But is it really true that travel is ...
Mar 29, 2022

Hydroponics and aquaponics – gardening without soil

Did you know you can grow plants without soil? Hydroponics is an awesome way to grow vegetables! ...
Mar 21, 2022

How can we repair coral reef?

As a protected marine conservation area, we work hard to maintain and nurture growth in our ...
Feb 24, 2022

Wishing you both a happy wedding anniversary!

Anniversaries are special! Whether you’ve been together one year or 50, there’s no better way to ...
Feb 3, 2022

Why a private island getaway should be on your bucket list

Private islands are the stuff of tropical dreams, aren’t they? Which probably explains why there ...
Feb 3, 2022

What makes a hotel eco-friendly?

The travel world increasingly talks about eco-friendly resorts, green hotels, environmentally ...
Jan 25, 2022

Gong Xi Fa Cai CNY 2022

Wishing you good health and good luck in the new year. From the Bawah Reserve Team. ...
Jan 7, 2022

2022 Wellbeing Trends

At the start of each new year, the media loves to talk about the next big thing in well-being. ...
Dec 10, 2021

You know it's Christmas when...

What marks the start of the festive season for you? Maybe it’s when you hear Mariah, Boney M or ...
Dec 2, 2021

All by myself – Yes please! Why some alone time can be good

We hear so much about the importance of spending time together and having “quality time” with one ...
Nov 16, 2021

Birdwatching at Bawah

There are so many benefits of birdwatching – many of them connected with bringing us closer to ...
Nov 1, 2021

Virtual Meetings: New Trends and Tools

Online meeting, remote meeting, video conference, virtual meeting – call it what you like. If ...
Oct 22, 2021

Succulent Satay

What’s not to like? Skewers of juicy, marinated chicken grilled over the fire and served with a ...
Oct 10, 2021

How Are You? Are you ok? World Mental Health Day.

How are you? Are you ok? We wanted to take a moment to ask. #ruok #areuok Did you know that ...
Sep 30, 2021

5 Indonesian authors you need to add to your reading list

Despite World Book Day being in March, it seems September, too, is all about books! Not only is it ...
Sep 23, 2021

Healthy Inside and Out - Immunity, a strong gut and a happy you!

A new trend emerging in the food and nutrition sector should come as no surprise. “Healthy inside ...
Sep 17, 2021

2022 – The Year of Weddings!

Though it may be less about a surge in the popularity of marriage, and more about getting through ...
Sep 2, 2021

The Best Beef Rendang Recipe Ever!

Apart from its spectacular beaches and verdant forests, the siren call of Indonesia’s fantastic ...
Aug 27, 2021

2023 Travel Trends

With travel well and truly back, 2023 looks set to be a year of exploring the world again! Here ...
Aug 16, 2021

Why wonderful Indonesia is the ultimate honeymoon destination...

The honeymoon is indeed a special holiday when newlyweds can continue the celebration of their ...
Aug 13, 2021

Magical Mangroves

On 26 July each year, UNESCO celebrates the International Day for the Conservation of theMangrove ...
Aug 4, 2021

How to make nasi goreng – Indonesian fried rice

Literally translated from Bahasa as fried rice – rice is “nasi” and “goreng” means fried – the name ...
Jul 19, 2021

How to be biodegradable in the bathroom & other hacks

While the world focuses on achieving zero kitchen waste, the bathroom seems to have been forgotten. ...
Jul 14, 2021

The Journaling Journey

Journals, mood diaries, gratitude journals, 5-minute journals, journals of happiness, journals for ...
Jul 6, 2021

Creative ideas for upcycling ocean waste

It is indeed a sad fact that our oceans are full of waste, and our little paradise isn’t exempt ...
Jun 28, 2021

Light Up Your Wellbeing

Is your light diet optimal? We, humans, evolved to live outdoors in nature, exposed to every ...
Jun 22, 2021

Overwater bungalows always top the charts and here’s why!

Overwater bungalow, overwater villa, water villa, water bungalow, water villa... call them what you ...
Jun 16, 2021

Environmentally Friendly Father's Day Gift Ideas

Coming up this weekend, Sunday, 20th May is Father’s Day! This is an excellent time to celebrate ...
Jun 14, 2021

From Languishing to Flourishing in 5 easy steps

Thanks to an article by Adam Grant, an organisational psychologist from the US, we finally have a ...
May 24, 2021

Indonesian Kalio Curry

Kalio is a term used to describe a wet version of rendang, a national dish of Indonesia hailing ...
May 20, 2021

10 things that are just better al fresco…

Ah, the great outdoors! Even if you didn’t love fresh air and getting out in the open before the ...
May 11, 2021

The Bawah ultimate guide to planning the perfect wedding

First off – CONGRATULATIONS! You are getting married and that is something to celebrate in bold. Of ...
May 4, 2021

Meaningful Mother’s Day gift ideas

It is time to celebrate all the Mums in your life; from aunts to step mums, godmothers to ...
Apr 27, 2021

Indonesian seafood laksa recipe

Laksa is a deliciously spicy-hot noodle soup served across Asia. This addictive comfort food has a ...
Apr 23, 2021

What type of Pinterest traveller are you?

Far from the pandemic dampening our enthusiasm for globe-trotting, travel searches on Pinterest ...
Apr 16, 2021

The latest fitness trend that focuses on rest, recovery and repair.

Instead of high-intensity workouts, acrobatic yoga or plunging into ice baths, the latest fitness ...
Apr 8, 2021

Seaspiracy— The shocking facts & 10 things we can do to make a difference

If you haven’t seen it yet, we highly recommend watching Seaspiracy—the new Netflix documentary. ...
Apr 6, 2021

Support Local - Five Indonesian social enterprises we adore

Tourism provides around 12.7 million jobs in Indonesia, representing 10.5% of total employment. ...
Mar 29, 2021

#meatfree Monday: Indonesian Gado Gado salad recipe

Gado Gado is one of Indonesia’s national dishes, literally translated as “mix mix.” The healthy and ...
Mar 19, 2021

Help clean up our beaches

“No one knows for certain how much plastic has accumulated in the seas. The best guess,made in ...
Mar 18, 2021

Flex it like a Flexitarian

Wondering what this new term is for the latest in food trends? Here we tackle fifteen of the most ...
Mar 16, 2021

2021 wedding trends you need to know!

Starting to plan your dream wedding? Some couples have a clear idea of their perfect wedding and ...
Mar 2, 2021

The advantages of a destination wedding

So you’re engaged to be married and busy planning the when and the where. The possibilities are ...
Mar 2, 2021

Nature in the home - 10 ideas to make your home a green sanctuary.

With 100 hectares of tropical forest to explore at Bawah Reserve we appreciate the important role ...
Feb 22, 2021

Wellbeing trends to look out for in 2021

Wellbeing trends come and go; some grow and flourish, while others disappear simply to be known ...
Feb 15, 2021

Our little guide to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)

As a resort located in Indonesia, we draw inspiration from Asian customs. In terms of our ...
Feb 10, 2021

What is the best gift for Valentine's? A sustainable one of course!

The 14th of February, St Valentine’s day, is a time to celebrate romance and love. Love for ...
Feb 9, 2021

Love is in the air... and under the sea!

“One can't fail to fall in love with Bawah. The colours are intoxicating; the shipwrecked setting ...
Feb 3, 2021

How to make homemade Chinese New Year pineapple tarts recipe

The pineapple has long been a symbol for wealth and prosperity in Asia. In Hokkien and Cantonese ...
Jan 28, 2021

Coffee Trends: 10 different ways to get your caffeine fix

Coffee has long been en vogue – and the ever-complicated orders at Starbucks are proof of how far ...
Jan 20, 2021

The Seltzer Trend – How adding some sparkle into your diet can be good for you

Water is essential for a healthy diet, and drinking at least two litres a day can keep you ...
Jan 8, 2021

Photography Masterclass – How to take Instaworthy shots on your phone

Why is it that everyone else’s photos look amazing and when you ask what camera they used, often ...
Dec 22, 2020

Sustainable Christmas Tree Ideas

Every year millions of beautiful trees are cut down and transported around the world to become ...
Dec 21, 2020

Easy Tropical Christmas Canapés & Cocktails

What should I serve for Christmas nibbles and drinks? Given most of us have not been able to travel ...
Dec 16, 2020

Worthwhile Christmas Wrapping Hacks

Looking for ways to be more sustainable with your gift wrapping this year? What is the most ...
Dec 14, 2020

12 Sustainable Christmas Decoration Ideas

Christmas is such a fun and festive time of the year that it is easy to forget the environmental ...
Dec 2, 2020

Sustainable Christmas Gifts and Stocking Stuffers

The countdown has begun and Christmas day will be here before we know it. It's time to get working ...
Nov 23, 2020

What to do in Singapore with 5 hours or less

Singapore may be a small, diamond shaped island, spanning 50 kilometres from east to west and 27 ...
Nov 20, 2020

A Guide to the 6 Islands of Bawah Reserve

You may think that Bawah Reserve is simply one island but the "Reserve" is a mini archipelago of ...
Nov 9, 2020

Sound bathing and the positive impact of 432 Hz listening

Meditating to soothing sounds or music is a wellbeing trend that is gaining in popularity. Here's ...
Nov 2, 2020

Romantic Moments at Bawah Reserve

What is the definition of romance? The Oxford English Dictionary defines romance as: "a quality ...
Oct 28, 2020

Jamu - The Indonesian Elixir

Made from a variety of locally grown herbs, drinking a daily dose of Jamu is one of the most ...
Oct 14, 2020

Sustainable beach essentials

Even with limited travel you may still be lucky enough to get to a beach. If you are planning a ...
Oct 6, 2020

A-Z of activities at Bawah Reserve

Bawah Reserve has a variety of activities to suit every type of holiday from adventureseekers, ...
Sep 29, 2020

Everything you need to know about taking a private jet or yacht to Bawah Reserve

In the Covid’19 era the demand for private transport is increasing and it’s not hard to see why, ...
Sep 22, 2020

Travelling with extended family? Here are 6 tips to ensure everyone has a good time.

Multi-generational travel is a rising trend. Normally travelling with different age groups entails ...
Sep 18, 2020

Marry me? Swoonworthy proposals to help you pop the question in style.

Congratulations! You have made the decision to ask your partner to marry you. Maybeyou’ve chatted ...
Sep 14, 2020

A-Z Guide to Face Masks

Masks are here to stay, especially if you plan to travel. As a sustainable resort we love ...
Sep 7, 2020

How to SUP like a pro

Not only is stand up paddle boarding (SUP) a lot of fun and a fab way to explore thelagoons around ...
Aug 31, 2020

Locally designed Uniforms

In our recent blog on local culture: we introduced the beautiful Indonesian Batik.In case you ...
Aug 27, 2020

Is Bawah Reserve a family-friendly island?

We’re often asked if Bawah is a good holiday spot for families? Here is the honest truth. Bawah ...
Aug 20, 2020

What to know about Indonesian culture and food before you arrive

Indonesia is a vast country. It has more than 18,000 islands and is home to 268 millionpeople and ...
Aug 5, 2020

Trends in Sustainable Tourism

The term “sustainable travel” is widely used but its definition is still quite fuzzy. We areoften ...
Aug 3, 2020

A quick guide to Batam

Our amphibious planes depart daily at 9:30am from Batam, a small Indonesian island that is ashort ...
Jul 27, 2020

Homegrown cocktails you can make at home - from garden to glass!

At Bawah Reserve we are passionate about our permaculture gardens - we love growing herbs, fruits, ...
Jul 22, 2020

Where to Stay in Jakarta: Great hotels for your Pre/Post Bawah Trip

Travelling to Bawah Reserve via Jakarta, Indonesia? It is well worth spending a few days ...
Jul 21, 2020

The secrets behind getting the best night’s sleep ever

Sleep is connected to better productivity, less proclivity for weight gain, lower risk of heart ...
Jul 16, 2020

Workcation Anyone?

Working from home during the Covid-19 pandemic has made people around the globe realise that a ...
Jun 27, 2020

Open your eyes to a world of sustainable sunglasses

The fashion industry continues to take a more environmentally friendly approach and accessories are ...
Jun 26, 2020

Wellbeing: Expert Sara Quiriconi tests out Bawah's new wellbeing journeys!

Bawah Reserve is one of Indonesia’s most exclusive, off-grid resorts and only accessible via ...
Jun 23, 2020

Behind the Design: The stories behind Bawah’s beautiful sculpted art

The design of Bawah Reserve was a project of preservation, a lesson of local craftsmanship, ...
Jun 19, 2020

Reef friendly sunscreens only please!

Bawah Reserve is an eco-friendly earth first resort, we live and breathe sustainability – it’s what ...
Jun 10, 2020

Island Themed Quiz

Trivia time: how much do you know about the world’s most beautiful islands?Whether you are busy ...
Jun 8, 2020

When is the best time of year to visit Bawah Reserve?

We are often asked about the best time of year to schedule a trip to Bawah Reserve.Which month has ...
May 28, 2020

5 ways to bring a touch of island paradise into your home

Boon Sim, Bawah Reserve’s architect and designer, shares some simple tips on how you cantransform ...
May 21, 2020

Make your own compost

As a sustainable resort we work hard to make sure we minimise waste and re-use as much aswe can. ...
May 18, 2020

#Meatfree Monday: Indonesian Sweetcorn Fritters Recipe

How to make delicious Indonesian sweetcorn fritters:The vibrant sweetcorn flavour and mild spices ...
May 18, 2020

Make light of packing in more ways than one!

We’ve trawled the shops to bring you our favourite eco-friendly and stylish carry-on luggage ...
May 14, 2020

How to make kombucha at home

Kombucha is one of the fastest growing health drinks right now, but the fermented tea drinkisn’t ...
May 12, 2020

How to make delicious tropical jam at home.

There are few things more delicious than the simplicity of a slice of fresh toast smotheredwith ...
May 11, 2020

Digital Detox: Five simple tips to using your phone less

The past half-century has been all about digital, but nothing catapulted our dependence onour ...
May 11, 2020

The ultimate line-up of dreamy, romantic private dining spots at Bawah

Whether it’s for a proposal, birthday, anniversary, honeymoon or simply “just because”, a romantic ...
Apr 22, 2020

5 simple ideas to celebrate Earth Day at home

Happy Earth Day from Bawah Reserve. The theme for this year’s Earth Day is climate change, a topic ...
Apr 20, 2020

What's growing in the Bawah Reserve gardens.....

Meet Eva Giraldo Maria, Bawah Reserve’s Sustainability Manager. "Wondering if Bawah is really ...
Apr 16, 2020

Natural spa treatments you can make at home

A trip to the spa is one of the best ways to rest and recharge. That’s why Bawah Reserveprovides ...
Apr 13, 2020

Our top 11 Island themed movies and tv show recommendations

What to watch... Watching others wade through the waters of a beautiful island beach isn’t the same ...
Apr 13, 2020

Learn the lingo - An intro into Indonesian Bahasa

How many times have you gone on a holiday and kicked yourself for not learning the locallanguage ...
Apr 3, 2020

New to Zentangle? Here's what you need to know. Plus some downloadable templates for you to do at home.

How to draw... Zentangle. With spare time on your hands, there has never been a better time to ...
Mar 30, 2020

15 free virtual backgrounds for your online video conferences and meetings

Whilst travel is limited and the majority of the world’s workforce is setting up office from home, ...
Mar 27, 2020

Clear Skies, Clear Minds: Stargazing

How often do you take the time to look up at the sky at night? Most of us would say rarely.But did ...
Mar 27, 2020

Boost your immunity naturally with Rosella

The roselle or rosella plant is a species of hibiscus that is native to Africa but now commonly ...
Mar 16, 2020

The health benefits of swimming in the sea

So much has been written about the additional benefits of swimming in the sea overa traditional ...
Feb 28, 2020

Local Culture: An introduction to Indonesian batik art

Batik is an Indonesian art technique that uses wax and colourful dyes to create beautifulpatterns ...
Feb 28, 2020

Introducing the Anambas Foundation

Bawah Reserve is located in Indonesia’s Anambas Islands. With a population of around 41,500, the ...
Feb 26, 2020

Top 10 island themed holiday reads

Islands are magical places and the setting for many a good book!We have picked our top 10 ...
Feb 12, 2020

Spice things up with these 3 saucy sambals

Sambal is a chilli condiment that graces every Indonesian meal. Just like hot sauces, there are ...
Feb 3, 2020

The story behind the design of Bawah

“In an off-the-radar fringe of an Indonesian archipelago lies a sumptuous private-island retreat ...
Jan 28, 2020

10 signs you need to invest in your wellbeing

Any combination where balance is not achieved is a sign that you need to invest in your own well- ...
Jan 11, 2020

Top 10 Instagram Feeds for Travel Inspiration

Looking for some inspiration for your next dream holiday destination? We hear you! Whether you need ...
Dec 24, 2019

The latest trends in wellbeing

Current wellbeing trends are designed to get you out of your daily grind and into the stillness and ...
Dec 16, 2019

The Bawah guide to wellbeing

Wellbeing is the buzz word of the moment. But what exactly is it? And, most importantly howcan we ...
Dec 9, 2019

WWF Signing Blue Certification

WWF Blue Signing Program Bawah Reserve, one of Indonesia’s most earth conscious resorts, is ...
Nov 26, 2019

How to get to Bawah Reserve

Our faraway paradise is well worth the journey and there are many ways to get to Bawah, be it via ...
Nov 12, 2019

Naturally Fit - Using the island as your gym

Bawah Reserve has a fully equipped, air-conditioned gym, but why not embrace nature and get ...
Nov 11, 2019

10 Reasons to SUP (Stand-up paddleboard)

Not only is standup paddle boarding (SUP) a lot of fun and a fab way to explore the lagoons around ...
Oct 22, 2019

10 Things to Do at Singapore’s Changi Airport

There’s a reason that Changi Airport is consistently voted one of the world’s most favourite ...
Oct 9, 2019

9th Best Resort in Asia - Condé Nast Traveler Readers Choice Awards 2019

Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards Condé Nast Traveler have just released the results ...
Sep 4, 2019

How to pack for Bawah Reserve in less than 15kg

Island life at Bawah Reserve requires little more than a sarong and swimsuit. As our seaplane has ...
Aug 30, 2019

Top instaworthy spots at Bawah Reserve

Bawah Reserve is unarguably one of the most photogenic places you’ll travel, with its clear ...
Aug 28, 2019

10 Things To Tick Off Your Honeymoon Bucket List

Bawah Reserve, with its luxe Robinson Crusoe exclusivity in the middle of Indonesia’s Anambas ...
Aug 26, 2019

Why We Love Coral And You Should Too

“Coral reefs are the most biologically diverse marine habitats in the world, host to an ...
Aug 26, 2019

The Bawah guide to planning the perfect honeymoon

With so many decisions to make whilst planning your wedding, we thought we’d help take the stress ...
Aug 22, 2019

Turtles at Bawah Reserve

Do sea turtles live in Indonesia? YES, THEY DO! And there is nothing more beautiful than swimming ...
Aug 21, 2019

Top 5 must-see guide to diving/snorkelling at Bawah Reserve

As an archipelago with rich marine life, Bawah's 6 islands and 3 lagoons are the perfect ...
Aug 21, 2019

Everything you need to know about our Seaplane

No arrival to an island is as thrilling as via seaplane, the aircraft gradually descends to its ...
Aug 20, 2019

Families and Bawah Reserve

Everything you need to know about families on Bawah Bawah Reserve is a family friendly island ...
Aug 20, 2019

Where to eat in Singapore

Hawker Food to Michelin Starred Restaurants Singapore’s food scene has something for everyone, to ...
Aug 20, 2019

Top 10 things to do in Singapore

We highly recommend our guests to Bawah Reserve spend a few extra days in Singapore to explore this ...
Aug 20, 2019

Where to Stay in Singapore: Great hotels for your Pre/Post Bawah Trip

Singapore has certainly upped its game in recent years, so while you’ll need to spend at least one ...
Jul 27, 2019

Sustainability at Bawah Reserve

Bawah is remote – a fact that gives the island both its greatest advantages and most significant ...

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