How ‘Crazy Rich Asians’ actors Henry Golding and Harry Shum savour Bali

This article originally appeared in Wanderluxe by The Luxe Nomad . It feels like we’ve been waiting forever for the romantic comedy film adaption of Kevin Kwan’s international best-selling 2013 English-language novel, Crazy Rich Asians . Set to be released in mid-August, the film focuses on an American-born Chinese economics professor Rachel Chu, who accompanies her boyfriend to Singapore for his best friend’s wedding only to get thrust into the lives of Asia’s rich and famous. The new five-star hotel in Bali to top your bucket list The film features an all-Asian, star-studded cast, including F resh Off The Boat ‘s Constance Wu, Michelle Yeoh, Harry Shum Jnr, of Glee fame, and our very own “Celeb Nomad”, Henry Golding! Who would’ve predicted a bromance to stir up between Harry and Henry? Along with their two gorgeous wives, the pair recently took a break in Bali, where they checked into a few villas run by The Luxe Nomad, took some amazing pictures, and experienced all the magic of the island. Bali gains new luxury beachside resort in Canggu WanderLuxe caught up with Harry and Henry and asked them to look back at their favourite Bali memories. Surrounded by ’s and possibly jet lagged. But this dude don’t care. Recharging. @theluxenomad #EdenResidence A post shared by Harry Shum Jr (@harryshumjr) on Jan 4, 2018 at 4:40pm PST This was a sort of ‘treat yourself’ holiday once you finished filming C razy Rich Asians . What made you choose Bali? Henry: Bali is one of those places you can just keep going back to and everything is there; the infrastructure, the culture, the art, the beautiful villas. My wife Liv and I go there quite often because we know that when we do arrive, it’s like an instant holiday. Six of the best luxury holiday spots for summer 2018 Harry: For me, everyone I know that has been to Bali – like Henry, for example – has said that it’s one of the most amazing, most spiritual, relaxing places they’ve been to. So when my wife Shelby and I had the opportunity, we just had to go. Next thing you know, we’ve got our bags all packed. Recentre, collect and ready yourself... Foundations to being the hardest working person in the room @theluxenomad @ombakluwung #ombakluwungbeachfrontestate A post shared by Henry Golding (@henrygolding) on Jan 5, 2018 at 10:27pm PST Speaking of bags packed, any packing tips for the island life? Harry: Don’t bring a bunch of luggage with you. A backpack or a duffel bag is enough to pack light, and with the warm weather you really don’t need that much. Henry: But do remember to bring bug spray with you! TOURIST ‼️ #bali A post shared by Harry Shum Jr (@harryshumjr) on Jan 4, 2018 at 4:13am PST After spending so much time working together, what’s it like getting to relax and travel together? Henry: Travelling with Harry and Shelby is great, they’re really open to trying new things,which worked out perfectly because this time around, we saw some new temples, explored the coastlines, hung out at our villas a lot – it was a bit like seeing Bali through fresh eyes. Luxury beach clubs in Bali and Phuket make for the best of both worlds Harry: Henry knew the language, he knew the place, he knew the culture … we felt like locals. And you know how you just seem to bump into other friends who you didn’t even know were there too? Even in Bali, we had four other friends who ended up meeting with us. Two nerds & their cameras A post shared by Harry Shum Jr (@harryshumjr) on Jan 6, 2018 at 3:57pm PST By the looks of your Instagram accounts, you’re both really into photography, too. Henry: Harry and I are both gadget freaks, so it’s nice to have someone just as interested and patient with photography – we had our cameras out for most of the day. He even brought a drone with him! Harry: Oh yeah, we got some great sunset shots at Tanah Lot. We were geeking out most of the time. Henry: Bali is the sort of place where you can walk down the street and find something picturesque. Been practicing my drone flying skills @theluxenomad #sunset #Bali #villatantangan #dronestagram A post shared by Harry Shum Jr (@harryshumjr) on Jan 10, 2018 at 9:52pm PST Six new luxurious hotels set to open in 2018 Had a friend visit our villa today and under stayed their welcome. Maybe if I came out and said hi instead being a dumb giddy (or smart) human he’d have chilled out and had a drink. Told me about his drunken forest stories. @theluxenomad @theungasan A post shared by Harry Shum Jr (@harryshumjr) on Jan 11, 2018 at 3:36pm PST Now that you’ve experienced #thatvillalife at Villa Eden and Ombak Luwung Beachfront Estate, what did you think? Harry: Every villa was unique. I loved how we got to stay in different parts of Bali and they all had a different vibe or scene. The trip was off to a great start when we stayed at Villa Eden, which was such a charming villa and exactly what you’re looking for in a Seminyak villa. You want somewhere cool, relaxing, and close to all the cafes in town. Henry: For me, Ombak Luwung was mindblowing. Those grounds were phenomenal. Just to have those separate villas for each couple was brilliant, there’s so much privacy. You can hear the ocean, the staff were so attentive: it was like a dream location. Harry: Shelby and I finished our trip at Villa Tantangan and The Ungasan Clifftop Resort. The fact I got to experience a small town off a cliff in a remote area basically surrounded by rice paddies at Villa Tantangan, and then at The Ungasan, which was like having my own resort, was my favourite part. The calming energy here is addictive. The local Indonesian food, the gracious people and the rhythm of the ocean waves is making it hard for me to leave. I’m also addicted to sambal now... @theluxenomad #ombakluwung A post shared by Harry Shum Jr (@harryshumjr) on Jan 7, 2018 at 1:12am PST Bali is one of the best places for food. What are a few places or dishes you’d recommend? Henry: La Laguna is my number one spot. It’s on the border of Seminyak and Canggu. It’s so chill[ed] and there aren’t too many tourists around … I hate the sort of pumping crowd that a lot of these pool bars have. Then there’s Shaddy Shack in Canggu for really good vegan food! The cafe overlooks paddy fields so it’s just so beautiful. We’d go there a lot after yoga. We also went to a pizza joint called Marias many times. The food there is fantastic, I couldn’t recommend it more. Six luxury hotels for history lovers Harry: Nasi goreng was my favourite dish: hands down I had it almost every day. I also liked gado gado and nasi campur. The noodles and the rice, it just felt like the food was so fulfilling and it was made with love and Balinese culture. It exemplified what it means to really make food with love. There's a magic in Bali which has to be experienced, such wonderful wonderful place. @theluxenomad #leicam10 #leicaSingapore A post shared by Henry Golding (@henrygolding) on Jan 5, 2018 at 2:26am PST You guys got to experience a lot in Bali, Henry from the many times on the island and Harry with Henry as a tour guide. What are your ‘must-sees’? Harry: Tanah Lot was just breathtaking; the views, the history and the culture. What was specifically great were the natural skies. Any picture you take can be a perfect picture. The temples were really one of the highlights for me. Henry: We went to Pura Tirtha Empur, a water temple near the rice terraces which was amazing. It was our first time there and it was magical. You sort of see the creation of the water spring from tales and folklore. It’s great to go with locals who can fill you in on those stories. But we really loved it there. Want more stories like this? Sign up here . Follow STYLE on Facebook , Instagram and Twitter