Bali & Beyond Magazine September 2012

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Little Paradise
A non-stop party island and a paradise for divers
THE PURSUIT
OF HAPPINESS
We all long for that state of perpetual bliss
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SPREAD THE HAPPINESS

Om Swastiastu... What is it that we are searching for in life? asks Paul, one of my contributors at the beginning of his article Pursuit of Happiness in this issues Action & Attraction section. That made me wonder, as Ive always believed that happiness is not a destination, but a journey. Its not something we seek for, but what we feel inside right now. We each have our own way to feel happy. Some religious people use prayers to God to fill their empty heart, and always have faith no matter how many bad things are going on. Some go to parties to have fun. In this issue we talk about some things that make us happy. In the Lifestyle & Leisure section, Lash writes about her favorite drinks: cocktails. The colorful mix of drinks makes people happy just by seeing them. In Action & Attraction, maybe you want to know more about an alternative therapy for curing a disease, or just simply to be happy by laugh therapy. Curious about it? Some people go to the cinema for a refreshing break after a hectic day at work or on the weekend. Read in the Capital Corner section about the Blitz Megaplex and how they bring cinematic pleasure to many people. Other people enjoy a more serene place for a getaway. How about the Alila Villas Soori in Desa Kelating (check out the Invite & Indulge section), or diving at our neighbor island of Gili Trawangan (check out the Beyond Bali section)? Whatever you opt to do to make you happy, stay responsible. And one thing is for sure; nothing is better than if you share it with others. Spread the happiness and stay happy :) Om Shanti Shanti Shanti Om The Team
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Paul Enrich is a freelance writer interested in alternative methadologies, traditional cultures and anything that inspires a passion for life.
Ni Luh Dian Purniawati was part of the B&B editorial team. Although she is no longer working as a journalist, she still continues her hobby, writing for several publications including our beloved magazine.
Marischka Prudence is currently working as a TV host and a producer for a traveling program. She also contributes for several websites and magazines, writing stories and taking pictures of places she visited all around the world.
Shinta Eka is a blog-writer disguised as a merry young journalist in Japanese media. Shes also freelancing as copywriter for a UK-based agency and writing for Indonesian graphic design website. Her personal rambles can be found at www.thefuturecrayon.wordpress.com Lash is an expat American nomadic world traveler whos been exploring Asia solo since 1998. An avid outdoor enthusiast, shes generally bicycling, hiking, mountain climbing, scuba diving and snorkeling. She runs her popular travel blog: www.LashWorldTour.com
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Cover "Mother's Happiness" by Max Raymond
DINEDELIGHTS
HAUTE CUISINE
Foie Gras, Quail, Lobster, Caviar, Oysters and Truffles are often considered luxurious foods with a high price tag. Do you dare to try?
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PONDERINGPOINT
STREET CIRCUS HOUSE OF PUPPETS AND MASKS
Take a look inside Rumah Topeng dan Wayang Setia Darma, filled by a collection of shadow puppets and masks. Considering how easy it is to get a license and vehicles here in Bali, you might see several amusing drivers.
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22 PRIMEPROMOTION Hot deals and promotions of the month that shouldnt be missed. 26 NEW&NEWS This months select news updates from the islands tourism industry and whats new around the island. 78 BEYONDUPDATES News updates from the tourism industry and whats new beyond Bali. 80 COMMUNITYCALENDAR Schedules, calendar highlights and various happenings of interest, from art exhibitions to special events. 84 SEE&SEEN Snapshots of events and happenings within the preceding month. 91 BALIMAPS Map of Bali showing specic tourism areas and places of interest, as well as a distance scale between the islands main destinations.
FIRST ROW PHOTO COURTESY OF ALILA VILLAS SOORI, SECOND ROW PHOTO BY DARWIS TRIADI, THIRD ROW PHOTO COURTESY OF DISCOVERY KARTIKA PLAZA HOTEL
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LIFESTYLELEISURE
HAPPY JOLLY COCKTAILS
A tale from a world traveler searching for places in Bali that serve up delicious cocktails.
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INVITEINDULGE
THE SWEET ESCAPE
Alila Villas Soori is a perfect getaway for you who crave for privacy and tranquility.
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FOTOFOLIO
SHADES AND SILHOUETTES
This months FotoFolio features Indonesias renowned photographer Darwis Triadi, playing around with a ballerina and the motion of light.
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93 CLASSIFIEDCOLUMNS Listings and product descriptions from various clientele. 94 INFOINDEX Useful directory of companies and island-based businesses.
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CAPITALCORNER
TO INFINITY AND BEYOND!
A new sophisticated way of enjoying cinema.
ACTIONATTRACTION THE PURSUIT OF HAPPINESS What it is that we are searching for in this life? We all long for that state of perpetual bliss.
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BEYONDBALI LITTLE PARADISE Our neighbor island, a non-stop party island and a paradise for divers.
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PHOTO COURTESY OF BLITZ MEGAPLEX (TOP) AND BY MARISCHKA PRUDENCE (BOTTOM)
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PRIMEPROMOTION
CRAB TEMPTATION
Crab lovers will be thrilled with the assortment of crab dishes available at the La Cucina Restaurant throughout September and October. Start your dining experience with the Insalatapolpa di Granchio, a mouthwatering salad mix with crab meat followed by Ravioli di Granchio or Crab and Prawn gratin with angel hair pasta as a main course, starting from Rp. 65,000. Also try the intriguing Okonomiyaki, often described as Japanese pizza, served for Rp. 79,000. Discovery Kartika Plaza Hotel Jalan Kartika Plaza, Kuta (0361) 751-067, www.discoverykartikaplaza.com
FRESH FROM THE SEA

Golden Lotus Chinese Restaurant at the Bali Dynasty Resort has revealed its exciting new menu for seafood lovers, with mussels and baby lobster. The Oriental style sea mussels and baby lobster with King Poon sauce are a light and flavorful seafood dish making a great example of an authentic Chinese seafood dish that just melts in your mouth. Caught fresh daily, the Chinese Mussels and Baby Lobster is only Rp. 85,000 nett/dish and available from August 1 to October 31. Bali Dynasty Resort, Jalan Kartika Plaza, Kuta (0361) 752-403, www.balidynasty.com
EXPERIENCE THE FUN

Aston International recently opened its third favehotel in Bali, favehotel Umalas. The new fave occupies a privileged spot on Jalan Petitenget Kerobokan, bordering the village of Umalas and is in the direct vicinity of some of Balis most famous eateries and night clubs. Favehotel introduces a fabulous rate of Rp. 288,000 ++/ night / room (room only) for a favestandard room. This exciting new rate is available from July 2012 at favehotel Seminyak, favehotel Kuta Square, favehotel Umalas, and favehotel By Pass. www.favehotels.com
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PRIMEPROMOTION
ACROSS ASIA
The Segara Asian Grill, strategically located at the beachfront in Kuta, serves Asian cuisines such as Thai, Vietnamese, Chinese, Japanese, Indian, Singaporean and many more with all the freshest ingredients. Try its set menu package for a minimum of 2 pax starting from Rp 500,000 nett. Set Menu A starts with an appetizer of Samosa mint Chutney and Crispy Spring Roll, followed by Tom Yam Soup and Green Papaya Salad. Main courses are Grilled Prawn, Grilled Gurami Fish (live) and Grilled Squid, served with stir fried Asian green vegetable and steam rice, and ends with refreshing Pandan Pannacotta. Segara Asian Grill Beach Front Behind Discovery Mall Entrance Through Discovery Shopping Mall, Jalan Kartika Plaza, Kuta (0361) 769-755, www.segaraasian.com
HEALTHY AND RELAXING

Restore your inner being and get a healthy body this month at the Bali Hyatt Hotel. Join their 60 minute Sunrise Yoga Class at the Beach Banjar at 7.30 a.m. every Monday, Wednesday, Friday, or their Evening Yoga Class at 5 p.m. every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday for USD $8 per person. Or immerse yourself in a deep relaxing ritual with a headto-toe treatment that includes a body scrub and flower bath, followed by an invigorating anti-stress massage. Just lie back and relax! For USD 90++ per person, receive the additional benefit of a free 30 minute treatment and choose from a scalp massage, a foot massage or facial. Bali Hyatt Hotel Jl. Danau Tamblingan 89, Sanur (0361) 281-234, www.bali.resort.hyatt.com
THE GREAT COMEBACK

Bali Luna, an international fine dining restaurant on the white sandy beach at the Aston Bali Beach Resort & Spa in Tanjung Benoa, announced its re-opening on August 9. A special promotion set menu of exquisite Amuse Bosche, with a delicious starter, fresh pan seared salmon on mash potato with baby spinach salad and purple Mornay sauce as the main course, and the delightful Symphony of Aston sweet can be enjoyed for only Rp. 180,000. The ala-carte menu has extensive choices of intercontinental menu items starting from Rp. 50,000, and the Bali Luna facilities also showcase a complete wine cellar with a collection of the finest local and international wines, and a spacious bar to enjoy cocktail and mocktails starting from Rp. 55,000. Aston Bali Beach Resort & Spa Jl. Pratama 68X, Tanjung Benoa (0361) 773-577
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BY THE SEA
The Mozaic Beach Club, part of the Mozaic Group renowned for its famous Mozaic Restaurant in Ubud, is now open in Batubelig, Seminyak. The Mozaic Beach Club offers poolside chill-out tapas, lunch on the deck and a fine dining restaurant all overlooking the ocean within the same premises on Batubelig Beach. The large deck and poolside bar and lounge are perfectly located for a stunning sunset on Balis uber-hip South Coast. Combining Chef Chris Salans culinary genius and hospitality savoir-faire, his flair for great service and the expertise of a team he assembled over the years, Salans creates the perfect synergy with the Mozaic Beach Club. Mozaic Beach Club, Jalan Pantai Batubelig, Seminyak, (0361) 473-5796
WHISK THE GOLD AWAY

Drum Green Label Whisky just won the Gold Medal in the Spirit International Prestige (SIP) Awards that took place in California (USA) on July 19. Drum Green Label Whisky competed with hundreds of international brands in this spirit competition. This award makes it a first for an Indonesian whisky to receive international recognition. The SIP Awards itself takes a fresh approach to beverage competitions by linking producers to the people who matter most the consumers. The spirits are judged in a blind tasting that is based on aroma, taste, and finish. Drum Green Label Whisky is a Balinese Premium Whisky produced by the Astidama Distillery located in Tabanan.
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NEW AT THE HELM

Anantara Seminyak Bali Resort & Spa has announced the appointment of Christiane Doris Wasfy as General Manager. Ms. Wasfy took on this new role in June of 2012, and brings with her a lifelong passion for hospitality as well as a wealth of international General Manager experience and esteemed industry accolades. Prior to joining the Anantara Seminyak Bali Resort & Spa, Ms. Wasfy was the General Manager of the Anantara Sanya Resort & Spa on Hainan Island in Southern China. Graduating from Austrias Commercial Academy, she has spent the past 30 years creating an impressive hotelier career. Anantara Seminyak Bali Resort & Spa Jalan Abimanyu (Dhyana Pura), Seminyak, (0361) 737-773 www.bali.anantara.com
SIP IT
W Retreat & Spa Balis W Lounge just launched their signature concoctions created exclusively for the Retreat by barsolutions. Each beverage is like nothing seen before on the Island of Gods, as their presentations are a throwback to the old Prohibition days. Not to mention their unexpected flavors that easily quench your thirst. Grant Collins, the Managing Director of barsolutions from Australia, is renowned for his innovative recipes and has exclusively produced these new creations, each made with various techniques and using homemade inventions such as herb mixes, cherry juice, tea syrup and more. The new W signatures named Smokin Tiki Punch, Speakeasy Nitro Iced Tea and Champagne & Strawberrys Martini will surely make you curious for a sip. W Retreat & Spa Bali, Jalan Petitenget, Seminyak (0361) 473-8106 www.whotels.com
TAKE THE LEAD

Prime Plaza Hotels and Resorts has announced the promotion of Stuart Bolwell to General Manager for the Sanur Paradise Plaza Hotel and Suites. Bolwell took this role following the retirement of Keith Bell, who led both properties for 9 years. Originally from New Zealand, Bolwell has over 25 years experience in New Zealand, Australia, Holland, Malaysia, China, Guam, Papua New Guinea and Indonesia. He first joined the Sanur Paradise Plaza Hotel and Suites in 2003 as Director of Food & Beverage, and has been promoted up through the ranks. He has been instrumental in managing the large renovation projects undertaken at both properties over the recent years. Sanur Paradise Plaza Hotel & Suites, Jl. Hang Tuah 46, Sanur. (0361) 281-781, www.sanurparadise.com
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COLOUR UP YOUR TASTE

All Seasons Legian Bali has announced a new gourmet concept for its restaurant. The Colours Caf has been renovated as an open kitchen caf where the guests can see how the chef cooks, and they can create their own pizzas, salads and sandwiches at reasonable prices. The funky interior is testament to the founders inspired knack for good taste and attracting diverse crowds to enjoy their dining time out in Bali. All Seasons Legian Bali Jalan Padma Utara, Legian (0361) 767-688 www.allseasonslegian.com
PARTY IN THE HEIGHTS

The 1O1 Legian launched the new season of their Urban Sunset Breeze Parties with the themed Rooftop Sky Pool on June 15, a place where guests can cool off in the pool or stretch out on a cushioned bed and enjoy the Legian scene, starting at 4 p.m. This is a big monthly event for our Urban Sunset Breeze Party. The Rooftop Sky Pool captures everything thats remarkable about summer including great food, outdoor entertainment, socializing and relaxation, said Feriani Chung, Marketing Communications Manager of The 1O1 Legian. People generally head to the beach during the day and downtown at night, but now we are offering the best of both worlds at the Rooftop Dine & Music Lounge. The celebration is sure to continue long after the sun sets. The 101 Legian, Jl. Raya Legian no. 117, (0361) 300-1101 www.the101bali.com
THE ECO PROJECT

Ayodya Resort Bali, with Deni Setiadi as its new Director of Engineering is currently working on Desalination Project, where the resort will become the first in the island with the facility of processing seawater for the daily usage. Another project he currently supervises is the upgrade of the iconic Lagoona Restaurant, which will be the best seaside culinary destination in Nusa Dua. With his great talent and experience, Deni Setiadi is a superb addition to lead the Ayodya Resort Bali in Nusa Dua by being an environmentally sustainable resort that offers a genuine experience of Balinese hospitality and culture. Ayodya Resort Bali Jalan Pantai Mengiat, Nusa Dua. (0361) 771-102 www.ayodyaresortbali.com
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CRAFT&CULTURE
House of Puppets and Masks

Masks and shadow puppets are two items known to man for millions of years now. Their existence remains but has gone through modications from time to time. Both provide interesting observations. From these we can learn about our past as a nation and study its characteristics.
expressions of happiness, while in reality behind those masks the honest faces showed that they actually did not enjoy themselves. There were faces expressing boredom, anger, and pain, yet all of these expressions were well hidden behind joyful masks. Everyone wanted to hide their true feelings via the masks. Masks are also referred to as false faces, as they are made to convey a specific expression. Now masks are regarded as a thing to conceal our openness. It has undergone a change and its definition has strayed far from when it first came to being. Taking into consideration of the importance of this artifact, the Indonesian government has tried to preserve the existence of masks and shadow puppets through the establishment of the Museum Wayang (museum of shadow puppets) in Jakarta. The collections are also displayed at local museums elsewhere in Indonesia. Concern for cultural preservation not only comes from the government but also from non-profit institutions such as those behind the Festival Topeng Nusantara (Archipelago Mask Festival) each year. Even private persons have gotten involved, such as the
new and quite attractive product advertisement has been shown recently on Indonesian national television. The theme was honesty and to be yourself. The ad showed several people sitting and wearing masks. The masks were used to convey
founder of the Rumah Topeng dan Wayang Setia Darma (Setia Darma Shadow Puppet and Mask House) in the village of Mas near Ubud. This house was established by a businessman who had high idealism, with a passion to introduce masks and shadow puppets as part of Indonesian cultural heritage. Housed on over a hectare of land, this museum has five traditional Javanese houses known as Joglo each housing a different collection. Entering the first house you will be greeted by shadow puppets depicting two figures smiling together. One is Prayitno, the mask collector, and the other is Barack Obama. These wayangs were made to celebrate Obamas presidential election victory back then. It symbolizes the triumph of a minority in a large country. One thing that made Indonesians proud was that Obamas stepfather was an Indonesian, as though the President of the USA had close ties to this nation. This house comprises shadow puppets from various regions. Lining the walls, these wayangs are categorized according to region. Apparently the wayangs from each region bear different characteristics, although separated by less than ten kilometers in some cases. In West Java for example, the puppets are called wayang golek. This puppet is shaped like a doll with a narrow wooden rod hanging at the points of the hands. These types of puppets are usually played without an oil lamp and screen.
Wayang Golek, made from wood and textile, comes from West Java.
Although they differ in form, almost all of them draw characters from the same literature. They draw from the epics of Mahabharata or Ramayana, two of the greatest epics from India that have found deep grounds in Indonesia. The storylines are also the same. The only thing that differs between them is the inclusion of punakawan or accomplices from the protagonist or antagonist. Their introductions usually provide comic relief. They provide comments in a casual manner that can be digested by all in the audience. It differs slightly from the comments provided by the main character,
which tend to be more formal and in a higher level of language. Differentiating between the protagonist and antagonist in the pewayangan puppetry scene is relatively easy. White faced ones are usually identified as good, while the evil ones are usually redfaced. Squinty eyes usually depict wise and patient figures while ogled eyes bad-tempered ones. This facial feature helps us in identifying the characters of the pewayangan. This also applies to puppets from other countries. Foreign puppets in the collection at Rumah Topeng Setia Darma
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vary largely. From the stick puppets of Sicily in Italy dating back to the 16th century, the Bunraku of Japan from the 18th century, to Chinese puppets, and many, many more. The owner gives much care and attention to the collection following each of his visits to certain regions. The collection could easily be very rare as these items are not easy obtainable. He has great passion and awareness about history and preservation. The second house boasts the wayang collection, mostly wayang kulit. The wayang golek are made from wood and textiles, and the wayang kulit are made from cattle leather. Generally wayang kulit is played during the night with the aid of a screen and oil lamp. When technology was still at its simplest form long before the advent of electricity, wayang was the populer source of entertainment. Wayang was performed the whole night through, with the accompaniment of a choir and one puppeteer telling stories throughout the night. The third house contains another mask collection. One very large mask that catches the eye is the Reog. This performing art form from Ponorogo in East Java is a dance that is unique to Indonesia. Reog was once claimed as having Malaysian heritage, with a wave of strong protest ensuing. The fourth house focuses on the contemporary mask
collection. This collection was compiled from local craftsmen. The fifth focuses on the Balinese wayang and masks. Bali masks are mostly used for rituals. For example the barong and rangda are symbols of good and evil. The characters are not from the great epics of India but are more based on local legend. Such are the barong and rangda masks that depict the sage Mpu Bharadah and Rangda ning Dirah, two local characters. These masks are used to perform certain temple ceremonies. There are over a thousand masks, easily five thousand or so within the collection. These have been exhibited since 2006.
Each guest visiting the place can enjoy the timeless works of art and appreciate them in awe and admiration. Each visitor is welcomed with open arms and there is no charge or entrance fee. A guide is ready on site to show visitors around the museum and help to explain the existing collections. The collections are all displayed neatly, with descriptions that explain each item in the collection. The history of the Reog Ponorogo in East Java for example, is described in detail. The Rumah Topeng is located in the village of Mas, near Ubud. The location is very easy to reach with clear directions, and is located within the village area amongst the village locals residences. This was somehow deliberate as Mas itself is a craftsmens neighborhood in Bali. If you pass this area, you will be greeted with views of masks and puppet showrooms on both sides of the street. The craftsmen can be found at work through the alleys and village roads. Becoming a craftsman has become their call of livelihood. Since they were born, without formal education or craft training, their hands were naturally aware of the techniques of wood
crafting and handling the hammer and chisel. Some among them consider carving as a side job after a day at work tending rice paddies. But not a few of them also consider it a main source of living. The presence of a mask house such as this is an intriguing one. Amidst the diminishing interests of the younger generation for things historical and local, these houses call them to remind them of the cultural wealth they possess and to not drown too deeply in modernism. Text and Photos by Ni Luh Dian Purniawati
LIFESTYLE&LEISURE
HAPPY JOLLY COCKTAILS

I have always been a cocktail girl. Somehow, Ive just never acquired a taste for beer, or wine for that matter. All those fermented and yeasty beverages just dont gel with my palate.
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traveling often presents a few snags. First, not all places serve cocktails, in fact many places serve nothing beyond beer. That leaves us cocktail fans without a drink in many travel destinations. Second, the dislike of beer can hinder the potential social life out on the road. The vast majority of the worlds population, inexplicably to me, love to drink beer. In fact, I recently read that statistically beer is the third most popular beverage in the world. That leaves me out of most evening socializing sessions since fellow travelers invariably want nothing more than friendly pub meet-ups, beer fests or bar crawls. No thanks, I always pass. Finally, when I do discover places serving cocktails, theyre invariably expensive. Beer is not only infinitely easier to find, its also considerably cheaper. Without a bottomless wallet, travelers can have difficulty squeezing cocktails into their budgets. But happily, road life is far from grim for us traveling cocktail fans. Fortunately, many places around the world, including the countries of South East Asia, do serve up delicious cocktails. They can be found! From Vietnam all the way down through Thailand and Singapore to Indonesia, travelers will discover expertly mixed cocktails at beach-bars, dance clubs, restaurants, hotels, resorts, and bars. And Asias cocktail trail leads us directly to Bali: one of South East Asias best cocktail paradises. Particularly in South Bali, youll find cocktails just about everywhere. Bars, sports bars, restaurants, cafes, hotels, night clubs, and resorts all serve up delicious cocktails. Most places have extensive cocktail menus and can blend up just about every cocktail on the planet. Probably most famous are Balis trendy, upscale beachside cocktail lounges, where jet setters can laze around infinity pools within arms reach of powdery
golden beaches and the vast blue ocean. Throughout South Bali youll find all the worlds standard cocktails prepared with top shelf vodka, gin, rum, tequila and other spirits. From international classics like mojitos, caipirinhas, and Singapore Slings to frozen margaritas and daiquiris, specialty martinis and outrageously named tropical blends, Bali has them all. In addition, Bali also offers some unique liqueurs, spirits, and cocktails that you will only find here on the Island of Gods. Im referring to arak and Bali Moon cocktails. Arak is Indonesias strong, locally distilled alcohol made from the fruit juice of toddy palm trees. It has a distinct, slightly fermented flavor, burns on the way down like straight whiskey, and delivers a very hard punch. If you like to feel your drinks, arak is the way to go in Bali. Locals often drink arak socially by mixing it with coke, sprite, or beer. But Balis bars, restaurants, and resorts have developed dozens of arak cocktails over the years. The two most popular and longstanding are arak madu (arak with honey) and arak attack. Youll find these two arak cocktails just about everywhere. Arak attack consists of arak, sprite or soda, and citrus- either lemon, orange, or lime. Each establishment has its own version. In addition to these two arak stand-bys, many new arak cocktails are sprouting up in the bars, cafes, restaurants and resorts around South Bali. Many places even have their own signature arak cocktail. For instance, Bali Hyatt offers their signature arak caipirinha, stunningly served with a real sugar cane stir-stick. Its one of their most popular drinks. During my extensive cocktail explorations Ive come across arak sling, arak honeymoon, arak lychee, arak blue, arak dance, arak banana, arak colada, arak coconut, and even the hilariously named Arak Obama!
I must have tasted just about every kind of beer and wine available to man: micro brews, dark malts, lagers, light beers, and many countries most famous brands. After traveling through 25 countries over 14 years and being required to sample everyones best brews, I think I can safely say that beer does not float my boat. But cocktails? Yes, please! All those delicious sweet, bitter-sweet, and soursweet concoctions delight my taste buds then deliver a wonderful, unexpectedly strong kick. Wee! Ill happily sip cocktails just about anytime. All those beautiful colors, from vibrant pink, red, orange, blue, and purple, to creamy white and even crystal clear, already make me feel happy even before I start drinking. Served up in delightfully shaped glasses with charming fruit or leaf garnishments, cocktails are just as much visual delights as taste sensations. Sadly for cocktail-lovers like me,
From left to right : Mango Hazelnut by Balimoon, Martini, Sunset on The Beach by Balimoon
Particularly in South Bali, youll nd cocktails just about everywhere. Bars, sports bars, restaurants, cafes, hotels, night clubs, and resorts all serve up delicious cocktails.
As mentioned, arak delivers a very strong punch, even when mixed in cocktails. So if you like to get tipsy quickly, try a delicious arak concoction. Besides, you cant get Indonesian arak anywhere else in the world, so if youre adventurous, Bali is the spot to try it. Other spirits unique to Bali come from the brand Bali Moon, a Balinese company thats been distilling flavorful liqueurs since 1997. Youll notice their colorful standup cocktail menus on the tables of bars, restaurants, and cafes throughout South Bali. Photos of each cocktail, along with a description of ingredients, make them easy and tempting to order. Their 12 flavorful liqueurs boast 23% alcohol content, while their vodka is 40%. Of international quality, Bali Moon cocktails are less expensive than those made with imported top-shelf spirits, simply because theyre made right here in Bali and thus skip the high prices and import duties levied on all other spirits.
Whichever cocktails you decide to drink, be it arak, Bali Moon, or international labels, cocktails are so prevalent around South Bali that youll have a never-ending choice of where to drink. Whether youre staying in Kuta, Legian, Seminyak, Jimbaran, Nusa Dua, Sanur, Ubud, or Candidasa, youll find plenty of places serving up tantalizing cocktails. So how to choose where to go? Do you prefer luxurious trendy sports oriented live bands loungy - down to Earth or the club scene? So many places serve tasty cocktails that youre better off selecting your watering hole based on your preferred atmosphere or scene. Do you crave a luxurious, exclusive ambiance? In that case, your own hotel, resort, or a nearby 5-star resort/hotel will best quench your thirst. Perhaps youre itching for the most hip, trendy now spot, where all the beautiful jet-setters hang? Bali has plenty of those.
Not surprisingly, such places come and go each year. The current 2012 favorites are WooBar and Potato Head in Seminyak and Rock Bar in Jimbaran. If you enjoy a less pretentious and more local cafe or restaurant will appeal to you better. If you like sports bars, theyre also speckled around South Bali, particularly in Sanur and Kuta. Love live music? You can find bands playing soft rock, reggae, jazz, blues or hard rock at many restaurants and bars. Up for some heavy dancing? Balis famed dance clubs serve a vast assortment of cocktails along with their thumping music. For that scene, youll have to head to Kuta or Seminyak. Cocktail lovers, wherever you choose to drink, rejoice in Balis wonderful cocktail scene. It really is a cocktail lovers paradise here. If youre not yet a fan, Bali is a great place to get started. Cheers! Text by Lash
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This exclusive, contemporary retail and lifestyle hub has opened to shoppers since 26th April 2012. A part of Sahid Kuta Lifestyle Resort, beachwalk is located at the very heart and soul of Kuta, Balis pioneer and most popular tourist destination. The mall covers 3.7 hectares of land and stretches for 250 metres along Jalan Pantai Kuta, overlooking the Indian Ocean in front of Balis famous Kuta Beach. Embracing Balinese art and culture, families, laughter, pleasure and fun, within a sunny open-air environment that embodies the very essence of the relaxed and carefree lifestyle for which Bali has become so well known, beachwalk is the perfect place to start your Bali experience. This prestigious retail and lifestyle hub has been architecturally inspired by the gentle contours of the rice terraces that have been etched into the Balis rural landscape by generations of farmers. The eco-friendly, low-rise design is characterised by a traditional alang-alang thatched roof, recycled hardwoods, and an open-air walkway, which is cooled by natural sea breezes thereby reducing the need for air-conditioning. The mall integrates open spaces lled with tropical plants, a musical fountain and refreshing waterways, with units of glass retail pods that blend seamlessly with the environment, inviting the outdoors inside. Manicured gardens border alfresco dining decks, while a central stage provides an exciting venue for live performances and special events. Visitors to beachwalk will be presented with a choice of almost 200 sophisticated retail stores and eateries. The shops range from world-renowned designer brands to the hippest local labels, offering everything from luxury clothing and accessories to bohemian beach wear, as well as a number of stores presenting some superb collections of Balinese arts, crafts and souvenirs. Anchor tenants at the mall include XXI Cineplex, while fashion boutiques of particular note include SATU, a multi-brand boutique that houses the creations of Balibased designers. In contrast and equally enticing, Moeda also offers a series of collections by Balis designers, showcasing a friendly, younger style. The Eat & Eat Food Market serves Indonesian classic dishes such as bebek betutu, nasi goreng babat and mie kepiting. Other branded food and beverage outlets include the much-loved Bali Deli; Kitchenette offering galettes, crpes, salads, and much more; Luna Negra with a menu of delicious Italian cuisine; and Caf Sardinia, a relaxed dining of the highest quality located on the famous Kuta beachfront of beachwalk. Here, families, couples and groups of friends can relish the light tastes of summer, or savour ne wines and gourmet cuisines in a romantic ambience overlooking the Indian Ocean. beachwalk is particularly proud to host an impressive selection of international designer branded shops and F&B outlets that are new to Bali and currently exclusive to beachwalk. These include Armani Jeans, Boss Sports, Furla, Tommy Hilger, Versace Jeans, Diva, GAP, Gaudi, Mango, New Look, Pull & Bear, Stradivarius, (X) S.M.L, Y3, The Face Shop, Yves Rocher, Travelogue, Rimowa, Buffalo Wings & Rings, Caf Sardinia, Coconut Joes, Dairy Queen, Fish & Co, Johnny Rockets, Kihana, Luna Negra, Pazia Caf, Rollaas Caf, Tapeo Tapas Bar, Wowcow, ELC, Gingersnaps, Playskool, Staccato, Urban Icon, and Watch World. Additionally, beachwalk provides a dedicated Kids Area Miniapolis Bali, with its own Play Zone, Amazing Walk, Water Play, and Cheeky Monkey Day Care facility. Here, children can have fun participating in safe play and supervised activities, giving their parents the freedom to shop and dine. Further family attractions include the Cloth Museum by Bin House, while exciting musical fountain show and dance performances can be watched live on the open stage. Two levels of basement parking space safely accommodate up to 1,000 cars and 2,000 motorbikes at Sahid Kuta Lifestyle Resort; the mall has its own dropoff entrance for vehicles, and features three pedestrian access points facing the beach, and another located at the back, just off Poppies Lane. Other services and facilities at beachwalk include a valet service, a concierge, banks and a money changer, a supermarket and a hair salon. beachwalk has been built to complement the existing four-star HARRIS Resort Kuta Beach and the forthcoming ve-star Sheraton Bali Kuta Resort (scheduled to open later this year). Never before has Bali seen such an innovative and nature-inspired pleasure space that unites so many local and international brands, as well as entertainment lifestyle facilities at the pulsating heart of the islands beachfront beachwalk. Bali starts here. OPENING HOURS Sunday - Thursday 10 am - 12 midnight Friday - Saturday 10 am - 12 midnight for Retail Outlets 10 am - 2 am for Cafes & Restaurants www.facebook.com/beachwalkbali @beachwalk_bali www.beachwalkbali.com
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INVITE&INDULGE
THE SWEET ESCAPE

The Alila Villas Soori is the perfect getaway for you who crave privacy and tranquility. It offers beachfront living at its most stylish and luxurious.
he island of Bali has everything for just about everyone. Whether youre a partygoer, artist, beach bum, surfer, honeymooner divided up into several districts to each meet individual needs. There is Legian for partygoers, Seminyak for hip tourists, Ubud for artists and yoga practitioners, and Tulamben and Amed for divers. But maybe youve never heard of Desa Kelating before. It is located 20 minutes from the Tanah Lot Temple, one of Balis most sacred and most visited temples, and over an hour from the Ngurah Rai International Airport. It lies within the Tabanan Regency, one of Balis most fertile and picturesque regions along the southwest coast. There the landscape ranges from volcanic mountains and verdant rice terraces to beautiful blacksand beaches bordering the Indian Ocean, surrounding you with beautiful panoramic vistas.
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or just simply came for holiday and want to try a little bit of everything, Bali has it all. It is as if this small island has been
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The Resort
Here, far from glitzy Kuta and Seminyak, you can stay at Alila Villas Soori. Located in Desa Kelating, a village which still preserving its authenticity, you can feel the rural charm but still live in the convenience of modern life. Its contemporary Asian design is seamlessly crafted into the landscape, gently flowing from verdant rice terraces down to the beautiful black-sand beach, with panoramic views across the azure Indian Ocean. Embracing Balis unique balance of tranquility and vitality, this stunning resort and residential villa community combines exclusive living and relaxation with spa wellness, fully integrating the beach experience to create a vibrant mix of spaces and experiences. A paradise setting designed for rejuvenation and stimulation of all the senses.
Bali offers two panoramic views, depending upon whether youre more of an ocean person or mountain person. At the Alila Villas Soori you can have both. It has 15 one-bedroom beach pool villa units and 15 one-bedroom ocean pool villa units, each uniquely configured to maximize ocean views without compromising individual privacy. Each has its own private pool and direct access to the beach. But if you prefer a rice field view, you can choose from one of 8 onebedroom terrace pool villas, which have a sweeping view across an emerald expanse of rice fields stretching towards the mystical Mount Batukaru on the horizon. The exclusive community of threebedroom residences (4 units) offers contemporary living at its finest, subtly infused with the essence of the tropics. Exceedingly well designed, each is an
exquisite example of space and privacy in perfect harmony. Conventional boundaries cease to exist as you move with ease between generous-sized living areas that seamlessly flow from one to the next, creating spaces for intimacy and entertaining. Landscaped gardens and architectural ponds blossom within living spaces that open onto outdoor pavilions and terraces, bordered by an infinity pool framed by panoramic ocean views. The Soori Residence (1 unit) consists of five bedrooms, all with uninterrupted views of the azure Indian Ocean and the sparkling black-sand beach of Balis South West Coast. The private pavilion on the upper floor is home to the ultra luxurious master bedroom, with the adjoining bathroom featuring a grand terrazzo bathtub and a walk-in dressing space. The elevated position provides
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feature the soothing sights and sounds of the natural surroundings. The unveiled wooden deck, which provides sweeping views overlooking the ocean, is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the view by day or night. Sun loungers and umbrellas are set up for guests to enjoy the views and the sunset. And the highlight of the resort, which
for a family or a wedding celebration. The contemporary Asian architecture and dcor is focused on tranquility and calmness, harmoniously blending into the rice fields and the coastline. The space was designed around lush gardens, water courts and air wells, thus sensuously engaging the elements of volume, light and surface.
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This is a perfect place to bring your whole big family over for a holiday, or to prepare a wedding. You can even hold a private party without fear that you might disturb the neighbors.
space for intimacy and entertaining. The contemporary designed living and dining pavilion is nestled perfectly, complementing the landscaped gardens with outdoor living spaces that open onto the pool area with lounges, and the pavilion and terrace is equipped with its own bar and grill area. The beachfront location of the four suites at ground level
you cant find anywhere else, is a tenbedroom residence (1 unit). Perched on 5,250 square meters of beachfront landscape amongst verdant rice terraces and a beautiful black sand beach, this ten-bedroom residence offers the most exquisite views of Balis South West Coast. This is the Alila Villas Sooris most lavish venue for an exclusive escape, a holiday
The ten bedrooms, all with uninterrupted views of the peninsula projecting into the Indian Ocean, are on an elevated position. Two master bedrooms and adjoining suites are on the upper level, providing space for intimacy and entertaining. The master bedrooms sumptuous bathrooms have their own oversized Jacuzzis, in and outdoor showers as well as walk-in closets, that offer guests the space they are longing for. Landscaped gardens within living spaces open onto the pool area, with lounges and terraces and their own grill area. The beachfront location of the six bedrooms at the ground level features the soothing sights and sounds of the natural surroundings. Outdoor pavilions with Jacuzzis and private pools are the perfect place to relax and enjoy the view by day or night. Adjoining bathrooms feature oversized bathtubs, grand shower rooms, double vanities and all Alila villas have signature bath amenities for HIM and HER. Exclusive furniture by Poliform, Flexform and B&B Italia as well as the resorts own bespoke design, the Soori collection, is used throughout the entire residence. The generous size of the living and dining space with private library and chefs kitchen are set in ideal homey dcor. A wooden patio flawlessly bordered by infinity pool overlooks the azure Indian Ocean. Eight dedicated staff members are
appointed for guests and are available around the clock to ensure a comfortable stay and prompt assistance to any requests. Theres a private entrance for cars and a chauffeur-driven luxury car available 24 hours a day. This is a perfect place to bring your whole big family over for a holiday, or to prepare a wedding (which you can do there also). You can even held a private party without fear that you might disturb the neighbors.
The Spa
Indulge in natural spa treatments at Spa Alila in the secluded sanctuary located below the reflective pond at the reception level, creating an aqua roof that fills the spa with a soothing spectrum of watery light. The concept is a combination of hi-tech with the traditional. As soon as you enter the room you can feel the tranquility in the very dim light, with the room painted in black and wall decorated with terracotta produced in the nearby village. When I was there I tried the Hair Stimulation Massage. It is an invigorating and highly nourishing hair and scalp treatment that powerfully stimulates hair growth through a combination of massage techniques and beneficial plant extracts. Essential oils of sea buckthorn and German blue chamomile stimulate the follicles while
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dishes as well as Western comfort food prepared traditionally and presented in a contemporary setting. At the Ombak, Chef Aston ingeniously combines the freshest produce available through varied techniques in his signature ingredient-driven cuisine. In addition there is the Reading Room, a bar station where all the coffee and tea is served. Past noon, enjoy afternoon tea with savory and sweet snack items. There are many activities you can opt to do while youre here. Just ask the Leisure Concierge. Known as Journeys by Alila, there are several activities for one-of-akind encounters with Balis culture and an oxygenating massage technique is gently applied to enhance cell stimulation. This protein-rich treatment is especially nourishing for dry or damaged hair. Alilas stimulating scalp massage oil is a wonderfully invigorating and highly nourishing sweet blend with a spicy green undertone. Simply a powerhouse of deeply nourishing carrier oils, virgin coconut, extra virgin olive, kukui nut, jojoba, wheat gem and sea buckthorn oils make up this highly essential blend.
The Activities
Unlike if you stay in the heart of Bali where you can easily hop to other places, at Alila Villas Soori it seems that in the middle of nowhere you will find yourself too lazy to go somewhere else. But no worries because it seems to have everything. Facilities are available such as a gymnasium and fitness center, a 24-hour clinic, as well as a boardroom and library. There are two restaurants as well. The Cotta delivers authentic Indonesian
customs. Choose from full-day or half-day experiences focusing on spa, wellness, culture, and arts and crafts. You can go temple, go to the rice fields, take a cooking class, or learn how to make terracotta with the villagers. You will never be bored. Text by Devishanty Alila Villas Soori Banjar Dukuh, Desa Kelating, Kerambitan, Tabanan. (0361) 894-6388, www.alilahotels.com
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HAUTE CUISINE
Foie Gras, Quail, Lobster, Caviar, Oysters and Trufes are often considered luxurious foods with a high price tag. Do you dare to try?
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ccording to Wikipedia, Haute Cuisine (French: literally high food) or Grande Cuisine refers to the cuisine of high level establishments such as the gourmet restaurants and luxury hotels in France. Haute cuisine is characterized by meticulous preparation and
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The Kayuputi Restaurant at St. Regis Bali Resort is a fine beachfront dining restaurant that offers a brilliant dining experience of premium Asian-influenced haute cuisine. Set in an intimate ambience with magnificent views of the ocean, each day of the week features an exclusively rich and luxurious eight-course degustation menu. Contemporary cuisine from quality ingredients with an emphasis on authentic preparation that retains the dishs intrinsic complexity, with a modern presentation, is the mantra of the day when Executive Sous Chef Agung Gede approaches the menu at
the careful presentation of food, at a high price level, accompanied by rare wines. Haute cuisine was characterized by French cuisine in elaborate preparations and presentations served in small and numerous courses that were produced by large and hierarchical staffs at the grand restaurants and hotels of Europe.
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Kayuputi. Integrating Asian flavors and classic Western influence, it offers Wagyu beef from Australia and seafood from local waters as well as imported specialties like fish from Japan. A selection of Sturia and Prunier caviar and as well as oysters varies according to season. From oysters and champagne for lunch to a luxurious eight-course degustation menu, Chef Gedes menu also includes delectable vegetarian selections and a variety of organic produce. The name Kayuputi means white wood in Indonesian. With a vision of white, its decor is perfectly modern with an elegant backdrop of the Indian Ocean. Al fresco seating comes with a soft
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Traditionally the term caviar refers only to roe from wild sturgeon in the Caspian and Black Seas (Beluga, Ossetra and Sevruga caviars). Depending on the country, caviar may also be used to describe the roe of other fish such as salmon, steelhead, trout, lumpfish, whitefish and other species of sturgeon. Based on flavor, size, consistency and color, prices for caviar range as high as $8,000-$16,000 per kg. Caviar is considered a luxury delicacy and is eaten as a garnish or a spread. At Kayuputi they offer the Sturia brand. Sturia is the flagship brand of the first French producer of sturgeon caviar. A pioneer
ocean breeze and an unobstructed panoramic ocean view. Guests may reserve private cabanas for dining or settle into a soft white cushion inside the high-ceilinged restaurant, where a two-storey wine cellar and a grand open kitchen add to the ambiance. An intimate bar within the restaurant, the Kayuputi Champagne Bar beckons with soft white sofas, offering evening cocktails before dinner. Here they serve Tasmanian salmon, Yellow Fin Tuna, Foie Gras, Spiny Lobster and Chanterelles, while their signature is caviar. Caviar is a luxury food product consisting of processed, salted, non-fertilized roe (ripe egg masses obtained from fish). According to the Food and Agriculture Organization, caviar is a product made from salt-cured fish-eggs of the Acipenseridae family. The roe can be fresh (non-pasteurized) or pasteurized, with the pasteurization process reducing its culinary and economic value.
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Haute cuisine is all about luxurious dining and all about prestige. And in this culinary world theres a prestigious rating system called the Michelin star system.
Right : Exterior of Ju-Ma-Na, overlooking the ocean. Bottom : Terrine of Foie Gras.
Each plate of caviar is accompanied by boiled egg yolk and white, onions, cornichon, capers, and warm blinis. There are also oysters according to the guests preference, natural (with cucumber lemon salsa and lime sherbet) or Panko (fried with mild granny smith apple sambal). According to Chef Agung, he prefers to produce the haute cuisine ingredients as original and authentic as possible to
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preserve the taste. Kayuputi at St. Regis Bali Kawasan Pariwisata Nusa Dua Lot S6 (0361) 8478-111 www.stregisbali.com in the breeding of sturgeons in France, the company is near Bordeaux. Its delicate salting allows the full expression of its nutty flavors persistent on the palate. The range of Sturia caviar offers a wide selection of sensations and taste, fresh and natural. You can choose from Sturia Vintage, a caviar associating rounded firmness and explosion on the palate with harmoniously fruity and iodized flavors, or Sturia Primeur, a young caviar with its shiny and detached roe revealing a creamy texture on the palate and the delicate taste of fresh hazelnut.
Haute cuisine is all about the most luxurious way to dine and is all about prestige. And in this culinary world theres a prestigious rating system called the Michelin star system. In 1933 Andr Michelin and his brother douard Michelin introduced the first countrywide French restaurant listings and introduced the Michelin star system for ranking the food, later extended to the rest of the world. The guide awards one to three stars to a small number of restaurants of outstanding quality. One star indicates a very good
cuisine in its category, a two-star ranking represents excellent cuisine, worth a detour, and a rare three stars are awarded to restaurants offering exceptional cuisine, worth a special journey. Michelin reviewers are known to be anonymous and independent; they do not identify themselves and their meals and expenses are paid for by the company founded by the Michelin brothers, never by a restaurant being reviewed. The French chef Paul Bocuse, one of the pioneers of nouvelle cuisine in the 1960s, said, Michelin is the only guide that counts. In France, each year at the time the guide is published, it has been said to spark a media frenzy similar to annual Academy Awards for movies. Media and the public alike debate likely winners and speculation is rife, with TV and newspapers discussing which restaurant might lose, and who might gain, a Michelin star.
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Last month, the Banyan Tree Ungasans signature restaurant JuMa-Na hosted two-time Michelin starred chef Frank Seyfried from the restaurant Luce dOro at Schloss Elmau in Germany. Seyfried is regarded as one of Germanys most prominent rising stars, revered for pushing gastronomic boundaries with his creations. Together with Ju-Ma-Nas own highly acclaimed team, the combined powerhouse of culinary talent will now offer a multicourse set menu, special degustation menu and a la carte dishes
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Perched high on Balis southernmost cliff and features panoramic views, Ju-Ma-Na serves a gourmet feast of delectable fresh seafood with an Asian twist.
that feature chef Seyfrieds French cuisine with regional German influences. Seyfrieds signature dishes include Terrine of Foie Gras de Canard with Caramelized Eggplant and Lemon Gel, Live Rock Lobster accompanied by Smoked Almond Crme, Granny Smith Apple Agar-Agar, Spiced Yellow-Fin Tuna served with Melted White Onion and Coriander Emulsion, Wagyu Striploin and Ravioli with celery truffle sticks, and Gateau of white chocolate with raspberries and ginger. Ju-Ma-Na comes from the Arabic language and means Silver Pearl. However, the food served is not necessarily dishes from the Middle East. Thanks to the foresight of Executive Chef Agus Wiryawan and Executive Sous Chef Mandif Warokka, it presents avant-garde menus of French and Japanese fusion. Perched high on Balis southernmost cliff and featuring panoramic views, Ju-Ma-Na serves a gourmet feast of delectable fresh seafood with an Asian twist. The chefs pride themselves on using only the freshest ingredients to create a contemporary fine dining menu. Guests may observe them at work through a display kitchen that sits in the middle of the restaurant, or opt for a table on the terrace featuring dramatic cliff-edge scenery.
Long before Seyfried presented his signature dish Terrine of Foie Gras de Canard, chef Mandif and chef Agus have been making their foie gras famous as well. Foie gras is a food product made from the liver of a duck or goose that has been specially fattened. By French law, foie gras is defined as the liver of a duck fattened by gavage (force-feeding corn), although outside of France it is occasionally produced using natural feeding. Foie gras is a popular and well-known delicacy in French cuisine. Its flavor is described as rich, buttery, and delicate, unlike that of an ordinary duck or goose liver. Another signature dish is their Wagyu Striploin Grade No .9, which means it has the highest quality of meat. is a one of a kind experience. Text by Devishanty Ju-Ma-Na at Banyan Tree Ungasan Jalan Melasti, Banjar Kelod, Ungasan. (0361) 300-7000 www.banyantree.com
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Street Circus
There are not many options for traveling around on this island. So most people who live in Bali need to have a personal vehicle. Motorcycles are the most affordable and most convenient personal vehicles for people here, so as a result it seems that everyone in Bali has a motorcycle or even more than one.
was very easy for me to buy a motorcycle. I simply registered my Jakarta ID in order to get a special ID for immigrants (KIPEM), got my driving license and went to a motorcycle
or a copy (if they intend to stay for long) as a guarantee. Getting a driving license is quite easy too. Three years ago I got my driving license without any difficulties; I just popped over to a mobile police van for a photo and fingerprints. A few minutes later I went back home with a driving license in my hand. Some tourists admit that they do not have license,so they just drive and pray that the police wont catch them. But if the police find out that they are driving illegally, they knew already that a sum of money after a witty negotiation will help them get out of the trouble.
dealer, chose one that I like, paid a deposit of only Rp. 1,000,000 (around US$ 110) and waited for another 2 weeks to have my motorcycle delivered to my place. I also could choose how many payment installments that I wanted to make. The same procedure (except the ID procedure) also applies to the local citizens who
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ased on my personal experience as an immigrant from Jakarta, I found that it
wish to buy a motorcycle. While for tourists, they can find motor rental agents almost anywhere in the tourist areas and give their ID
Maybe these are the reasons why I see so many hilarious attractions out on the street. I am not talking about the ordinary show such as people driving without helmets. The street circus is not only performed by local citizens but many international tourists also do the same thing. I am going to share the trends that I think look more like a circus on the street. The latest trend is texting while driving. Yes, I am not joking and it happens everywhere, where a motorcycle driver is obviously looking at the mobile phone on his/her left hand and texting while they are driving along the road. Yesterday, I even saw a motorcycle driver fold his legs while driving and a few meters later, two guys driving along next to each other while chatting away as if there were nobody else on the road. I still do not understand how a family can fit a driver and four passengers (two adults and three kids) onto one small motorcycle, or a driver will place a huge box behind him on that seat that will hinder his view of what happens behind him, or how brave a driver could be when he/she drives without rearview mirrors. As a driver, I have to stay alert for unexpected surprises at all times. Some drivers love to save time by passing through the green road separator and surprising another driver like they were playing hide and seek, cutting off the drivers in front of them at high speed, or I might expect the driver in front of me to change lanes without any given sign. Last year I got caught by a policeman because I had two passengers on the back of my bike. The policeman asked for my documents and while he checked them he asked us why we were three people on one bike, so we explained the reason and he replied, Next time, if you want to do the same thing, do not use the main road. Choose a smaller road where you will not be visible to us. Then he continued, Ok, I do not want to make your night become more complicated, so lets make it easy if you know what I mean. Long story short, we gave him the last money we had in our wallets and he returned the documents to us. Considering how easy it is to get a license, to buy a motorcycle, how reckless many drivers are and how corrupt (if not lazy) the police officers are, I would suggest to our Police Department that perhaps it would have been better if I could find a statement in my driving license saying drive at your own risk and always have some rupiah in your wallet. Text by Aini Zariyah
EXOTIC NUPTIALS
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Shades and Silhouettes

This months FotoFolio features Indonesias renowned photographer Darwis Triadi. He is one of the pioneers in Indonesian photography, as hes been exploring for three decades now. He always admires every movement in ballet dance or Javanese dance. He is awed by the gentle yet dynamic and firm movements in it. This admiration made the photo shoot full of improvisation and it just flowed along with his realm of unconscious thought. This is where his imagination interacts and creates more concrete visuals and plays along with the motion of light into the human object.
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The Pursuit of
Happiness
What is it that we are searching for in this life? Is it money, a partner, a long life or that dream job? While those achievements can bring us a level of satisfaction, before long we can again feel that churning, dissatised feeling gnawing away at us. What transcends all of our worldly longings is that state of perpetual bliss happiness.
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The Brahmin and internationallyrenowned spiritual master himself, Ratu Bagus. priceless.
or many Western travellers visiting Bali, it is the perfect place to unwind, indulge and experience: a place that shifts the mood
I decided to venture up into the Balinese highlands to seek out this tropical ShangriLa, where lasting health and happiness await those who dare to take the plunge into a truly unorthodox world of alternative healing. The Ratu Bagus Ashram typifies the sweetness and gentleness of the Balinese, and here, unsurprisingly,their graciousness is touching. A hospitable welcome and serene environment is just the tonic to unwind and relax even before any type of training has commenced! The real highlight is meeting Ratu: his big, warm smile and arms outstretched is like the embrace of truth itself as he hugs me and welcomes me into his ashram. Just as one would envisage a person whose life is devoted to helping humankind with their problems, Balis self-realised spiritual master exudes a powerful presence, yet sweet and tender. It is like he is the consummate balance of masculine and feminine. Meeting some of the Westerners staying at the ashram is quite refreshing. My stereotypical profile of ashram-types
and deepens an appreciation of life. For one group of Westerners, its not the raw pizzazz of Seminyak or the tranquillity of Ubud that has them visiting these shores it is something else. It is the pursuit of lasting happiness, and on this Balinese quest, fortune really does favour the brave. Well away from all things touristy, at the foot of Mt. Agung just a stones throw from the village of Muncan, lies the ashram of Ratu Bagus. A Brahmin and internationallyrenowned spiritual master, Ratu has been changing peoples lives for over 30 years. Throughout the year, hundreds of Westerners and also Balinese flock to his ashram knowing that a rigorous training programme awaits them, but the reward is Many tales has been whispered about this wild practice up in the mountains, so
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in colored gowns is dispelled: these are everyday people office workers, business owners, housewives, even yoga instructors, Tai Chi masters and medical practitioners. His students tell me that Ratus path to happiness is an about-face to literally face our demons. His technique is a rigorous shaking of the body a type of self-applied vibrational medicine that awakens us on a cellular level and raises our vibrations, which in-turn transforms our lives. Shaking yoga, he calls it. Interestingly, my research discovered that one scientific study found that when sick cells are vibrated at a certain frequency, the sickness removes itself freely from the cell, leaving no harm whatsoever to it. Three times a day, attendees apply themselves to this vibrational healing practice, all committed to breaking through the shackles of the past and on towards a better life. As attendees to Ratus practice shake and ignite their sacred fire as Ratu calls it, this phenomenon of vibrational ascendance is initially a reaction of
separation that the ashram calls process. Be it fever, pain, agitation, etc., this is the reaction sought and it is the doorway to pass through where, once the body has purged itself of all blocks, a new mindset instils itself through heightened sensitivity and awareness a closer connection to the realms of pure potentiality. And this is, as Ratu describes, what yoga is: a connection to the divine. Entering Ratus training hall called the taman (garden in English)it slowly appears to be anything but a tranquil refuge for peace and happiness,as each shaking session builds in intensity, with people screaming, laughing and falling ecstatically to the floor, yet I am reassured that this is the exact reaction that stokes the inner fire and gets things moving on a deep level physically, emotionally, mentally and spiritually. It is what draws hundreds of people to Bali every year, all seeking the elusive states of health and happiness through shaking. No matter what perceptions my mind entertains as the taman erupts, I soon discover that the
results really do speak for themselves: cancers, tumours, and chronic fatigue ailments as varied as the people visiting have been healed. One Balinese man in particular proudly shows off his medical report for hepatitis prior to coming to the ashram and another report after seven months of intense shaking the results are incredible: hepatitis has all but left his body. A woman from Italy, Tamara, shares her story of facing the prospect of surgery for an ovarian tumour several years ago. Her doctor told her she would become infertile if not operated on quickly and further life-threatening consequences were probable but she took a leap of faith, headed to Bali and in the end her tumour healed and she recently gave birth to a healthy boy. These real-life experiences are commonplace within Ratus ashram and they are the inspiration that carry people with similar conditions forward towards a better, healthier and happier life. Witnessing the amazing stories of healing, one cannot help but see the
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potential that is here to tap into, by way of raising ones vibrations through shaking. With science progressing further into the quantum world, we are beginning to have the data available that confirms what wise men like Ratu already know we are all energy, and energy is intelligence beyond our wildest dreams and the resonance with which we vibrate determines our state of health and the state of our lives. It is cuttingedge science and age-old wisdom merging. Although steeped in the fundamental
laws of our existence, shaking appears to be the Millenniums new kid on the block an active yoga where one can stay a step ahead of the rat race, far from the clutches of disease and despair. It certainly challenges established mindsets that dictate that healing and spiritual transcendence is a passive path, but more and more people from all corners of the globe are finding a new lease on life from shaking, not to mention a second chance at life. Shaking groups have now appeared in cities all across the world, and Ratu facilitates international shaking retreats where hundreds of people attend. Those dedicated to shaking appear to have a determination and focus during training that is truly inspiring. And outside
of the taman, humility and gratitude exude to make any newcomer feel they have come to the right place. And in the end, the path these people have chosen in changing the course of their lives is to reach the destination we all are striving to find: true happiness. Shaking Ratu style is certainly putting balance back into peoples lives. As I conclude my experience with Ratus shaking practice, there is an old Latin saying that comes to mind: aeterna non caduca, which means strive for the everlasting, not the passing things of life. Text and Photos by Paul Enrich Ratu Bagus www.ratubagus.com
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Little Paradise
Non-stop party island, mushroom and bikini fest. That was what I heard about this small island on the northwestern tip of Lombok. So some parts of the stories are true and some are beyond it.
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or decades now, Gili Trawangan has been known primarily as a Party Island. Being the biggest of the three Gili Islands (the others
small horse drawn carriage. The local government has forbidden all motor vehicles, so thats the main reason you will never find any noisy vehicles here. Whats more interesting is that even for the cidomo there are some rules, even though these rules are made to be broken as some might say. No more than 4 passengers for one cidomo, and no more than 33 cidomo in Gili Trawangan. I didnt have the time or the will to count them anyway. The other unique thing about Gili Trawangan is that there are no police at all. If some problem occurs, the local village head will take care of it. But actually the only problems that normally occur are due to alcohol in this never ending party. Gili Trawangan has been developing fast in these last 10 years. New hotels, resorts and bars are popping up like mushrooms during rainy days. The fast growing rate of these tourist accommodations have given the locals
more earning opportunity. The local population in Gili Trawangan is about a thousand, and during high season there can be about four times the number of tourists than locals every month. But the crowd in Gili is different from Bali. Since Gili is so small, you will find yourself going around and meeting the same people and going back to the same places before you even realize it. With no motorized vehicles, I found myself having fun pedaling a bicycle around the beach even though it was quite hard work on the thick sand on some paths. There are bike rentals everywhere so no worries that you will not find a bike, and it is safe to park your bike on the side of the street since nobody will take it off the island. Besides feeling like youre in the middle ages with a horse drawn carriage, with bars and pubs easily found and the party calling you every day, Gili Trawangan does have two options, budget and stylish for your choice of vacation.
are Gili Air and Gili Meno), Gili Trawangan offers a place to party hard and to get away from all the chaotic feelings of a tourist destination. It is quite easy to get to Gili Trawangan these days, so no wonder it is so crowded during the high season. You can get a fast boat from Bali or take the slow boat from Padangbai and Senggigi. From other parts of Lombok you can cross from Bangsal or The first thing you will notice on this island is that there are no cars and no motorcycles at all. Take a bicycle and you can get around this island in less than an hour. But if you dont like pedaling, there is another very relaxing way to get from one place to another, which is by cidomo, a
If youre not the budget traveler and want to have stylish accommodations, there are some villas on the other side of the island. Of course you will have to take a cidomo because it will take around 20 minutes to get to the more serene zone of Gili Trawangan, away from the collection of groovy beach bars and tourist crowds. I found myself at Queen Villa, which was filled with honeymoon lovebirds. With a private white sandy beach and a serene atmosphere, here a tourist can have more space, even feel like there is nobody else around, and then realize there are people but you only see them during breakfast and dinner. My favorite relaxing moment and Im sure most honeymoon couples would love it too was the Balinese Spa. They dont usually provide a spa right on the beach but I managed to convince them to provide it and it was worth the persistence of my request. The key for a massage and spa is the relaxing, serene and tranquil moments and I always feel like it is best when you can see the blue sea, hear the waves and feel the breeze.
But dont spend all your time only on the beach. Gili Trawangan is also famous for its friendly sea turtles, so grab your swimsuit suit and your fins. My diving guide promised that there was a 99,9 percent chance that I would meet some sea turtles, and it became 100 percent as I met more than five friendly turtles while in the bright blue sea. I was so excited seeing that first turtle. I saw it swimming right towards me before actually switching directions, and it seemed like since they met humans every day they dont really get annoyed or scared. You can even follow them, moving and swimming right next to them, and I was amazed at how close I could get to them. But sea turtles are not the only things you can find below the surface of the sea. My diving trip started from a coral fan garden that is on the northern part of Gili Trawangan, then went west part to Shark Point. The spot from Jackfish Point to Shark Point is home to some moray eels. I saw three of them, from the size of a bottle up to more than two meters long. My advice? Better dont get too close to them.
I saw their sharp nasty teeth, which can certainly harm you if they felt threatened by your sudden movement or if you get too close. But seeing these creatures is always fascinating, especially how a moray eel moves, gliding on the tip of the coral. Its like seeing National Geographic live in the sea itself. One more fascinating under sea creature I encountered was the most graceful cephalopoda, the octopus. With moving under water for an octopus is like flying with no gravity involved. Octopuses actually have a jet propulsion mechanism, where they can make water pass through their body so the movement is always head first with their arms trailing behind. Seeing an octopus changing colors and textures also makes your eyes widen and you dont want to blink or you will miss something, since they are moving fast and easily away from your sight as they hide in the hard coral. There are many more options for diving around Gili Meno and Gili Air, and the best thing is that you dont have to spend a lot of time on the boat.
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Cidomo, transportation in Gili Trawangan.
With a private white sandy beach and a serene atmosphere, here a tourist can have more space, even feel like there is nobody else around.
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These three Gili islands are so close to each other and so small that it takes less than 15 minutes if you want to dive in the southern part of Gili Air. If you just want to cruise around Gili Trawangan you can see coral fan gardens, jackfish, and if you have the divers lucky gene you might even see some black tip
sharks during your dive, and dont worry since they are quite friendly. For a newbie sea explorer, diving courses are everywhere on this small island. You can find them both at the resorts or just around the crowded zone near the entrance dock. During my five minutes of walking in those areas, I found at least two dive centers that offered a lot of diving courses, from discover dives
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my friends to do the party option next time. One thing is for sure, whatever your vacation plans are for Gili Trawangan, dont miss the diving. Text by Marischka Prudence
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for the very beginner sea explorer, up to specialized dives for skilled divers.
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TO INFINITY AND BEYOND!

The futuristic interior of Blitz Megaplex.
To watch a movie not only means to set eyes on beautiful people acting out a well-crafted script. To watch a movie is also about getting into a new experience, submerging yourself into a different realm, and that takes the perfect seat position and level of comfort, plus a great sound system and screen technology. Everyone wants to be part of a story even though its ction.
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he technology of movie screening has developed rapidly from the first Lumiere Brothers film until the all-3D Avatar by James
implementation of the latest if not also the hippest technology in their cinemas. The trend began when theatre chain Blitz Megaplex redefined the movie-going experience by establishing their first screens at Paris van Java in Bandung in October of 2006. Covering a 7,000 square meter area at the most happening mall in Bandung, Blitz combined cinema screens with a seating capacity of 2,200, a cafe, merchandise shop and pool area with
outdoor stage showcasing live bands and other performances. Five months later Jakarta urbanites got their first Blitz Megaplex cinema. Targeting younger audiences, they changed the traditional game arcades with a gamesphere rounded off with xBox 360, Nintendo Wii consoles, and complete with LCD flat screens as small as 17 and as big as 52. Just one year after Paris van Javas
Cameron was put on the silver screen. The progress of course, continues. Movie theaters dont stop seeking innovation to satisfy movie goers thirst, all the way from establishing luxurious A+ services to the
inauguration, more than one million people were recorded as going to that cinema. In that same year, Blitz Megaplex received an award from the Indonesia records museum (MURI) for being the biggest cinema in the country. Blitz has now opened five new theaters in the greater Jakarta area. Each theater has unique, distinguishing features such as the Karaoke Room and Brasas, a fine Argentinean steakhouse that will deliver an exquisite experience for your senses, all available at the Blitz Megaplex Pacific Place. Among those features, the standard facilities such as the Blitz Cafe with its staff are always ready to serve. The atmosphere is cozy and welcomes visitors to come anytime, even if theyre not going to see any films. The Cafe at the Grand Indonesia Mall has a 400 pax capacity and is suitable for hosting events, together or separately, with the use of a 600 capacity function room. Audiences sometimes complain about seating positions, so Blitz arranged the seats in stadium seating style to enhance the visual pleasure of films projected on the wide screens. With stadium seating,
one will have less distractions from people sitting in the rows in front of them. The stadium seating also enables spectators to get a better view of the movie screen even though they sit at the corner seats. Another revolution was made when Blitz introduced their Velvet Class auditoriums at Pacific Place in Jakarta in 2008. The management opened two Velvet auditoriums that offered its customers 17 sofa beds complete with blankets and pillows inside instead of the usual sturdy, backbone-gnawing red seats. This Velvet Class concept was made to allow the customers to feel at home while watching their movies, not only sitting neatly and munching popcorn. This is stated clearly in their slogan Beyond Movies, Beyond Luxuries. Each sofa bed can seat two people and costs Rp. 250,000. Better go with your friend or loved one because its a fixed per bed price. Blitz Megaplex also wont let their regulars miss some part of the films story due to hunger pains in the midst of watching the movie. Each sofa bed has service button to order food and
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beverages. Dont forget to clean up before going to bed with the warm towel provided for every guest. Four years after the first two Velvet Class auditoriums, Blitz Megaplex has provided similar services at their Mall of Indonesia and Central Park branches. The latter has additional facility called the Velvet Suite Class that is furnished with a comfy sofa for two people besides the sofa-bed, so a family of four can enjoy the show,
although the company regulates that children below 12 are not allowed to enter this class. Another exclusive service from Blitz Megaplex is their popular Satin Class auditoriums at Grand Indonesia that are packed with 52 reclining seats complete with adjustable foot rest. Guests can relax and sipped their choice of Blitz Megaplexs special wine collection at the private Satin Lounge before entering the auditorium.
All is set for a customers satisfaction. Tickets for the Velvet Class can be purchased in the ticket counter or even without the hassle of queuing by ordering online, while tickets for the Satin Class can be bought at a separate counter to avoid the hassle of a long queue at the regular ticket box. Speaking of fulfilling ones appetite, the movie-chain mixes the dining and movie-going experience through their
Dining Cinema, which is available at the Blitz Megaplex Mall of Indonesia. The key features are 32 reclining seats that make customers really enjoy their show and two choices of set menus: Western and Korean. The tickets are sold at a package priced of Rp.60,000 for the Western menu and Rp. 80,000 for the Korean set. To set things at ease, Blitz offers a convenient purchasing method through their Blitzcard. Customers can buy a starter pack at any Blitz Megaplex location for Rp. 100,000 that contains Rp. 90,000 of card credit. For an online balance, shoppers just need to register at the Blitz CardMachine. Soon after its activated, online tickets and snack orders can be done by several clicks. This card also
Enjoy your movie from a comfortable sofa-bed in Velvet Class.
Velvet Class available at: blitzmegaplex Pacific Place Pacific Place Mall 6th floor Jl. Jend Sudirman kav 52-53 blitzmegaplex Mall of Indonesia Dining Cinema Kelapa Gading Square 2nd floor Jalan Boulevard Barat Raya Kelapa Gading blitzmegaplexCentral Park makes digital music purchases at the db store way easier. Customers can bid farewell to the long queues. However, Blitz seems to understand that luxury isnt the main thing that people seek when coming to a movie theater. Its always the selection of great films equipped with cutting edge technology
that attracts audiences, and not only box offices motion pictures. Blitz also has more choices of movies, ranging from Hollywood blockbusters, world cinema, festival and art-house productions, Indonesian movies, Indie movies, Hindi movies, Anime, and Asian cinema. Text by Shinta Eka
Central Park Mall level 8 Podomoro City Jl. Letjen. S. Parman kav. 28 Satin Class available at: blitzmegaplex Grand Indonesia Grand Indonesia, 8th floor Jl. MH. Thamrin No. 1 www.blitzmegaplex.com
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NICE TRANSFORMATION
Previously known as the Malya Hotel, the Padma Hotel Bandung will surprise you with a stunning and breathtaking natural panorama at the lobby. The room numbers have increased from 50 to 124, with 9 fabulous meeting rooms. All the new rooms are done in a subtle minimalist modern approach with clean lines, granite flooring and a touch of wooden accents featuring a magnificent big glass wall that provides a great opportunity to enjoy the view. Perched on the crest of the Ciumbuleuit Valley with its luscious green scenery, the Padma Hotel Bandung also has great outbound facilities such as a flying fox, high rope, team building and wall climbing. Padma Hotel Bandung Jl. Ranca Bentang 56-58 Ciumbuleuit, Bandung (022) 203-0333 www.padmahotelbandung.com
BLISSFUL NIGHT
The Royal Ambarrukmo Yogyakarta shared happiness by holding a break-fasting event with its colleagues including travel agents in Yogyakarta, the Yogyakarta Hotel and Restaurants Association and media, also inviting 100 children from the Aisyah Putri and Wiloso Projo Yogyakarta orphanages on August 9 at the Pendopo Agung Royal Ambarrukmo. This event was filled by tauziyah from Mucshin Khalida, nasyid entertainment, a fashion show of Batik Adiningrat Muslim dress with the theme Muslim Batik Aurora Van Java, door prizes and the delivery of donations and gifts to the orphanage children by General Manager L. Sudarsana. Royal Ambarrukmo Yogyakarta, Jl. Laksda. Adisucipto No. 81 Yogyakarta, (0274) 488-488 www.royalambarrukmo.com
FOR URBAN EXPLORERS

PHM Hospitality has introduced a new brand of urban budget hotel, The BnB. The BnB is the newest evolution of urban budget hotels to offer a positive traveling experience in an easy, practical, and economical style while providing maximum value for the modern urban explorer. The hotels are pleasantly simple, dynamically stylish, and rationally warm, positioned at great locations for an enjoyable short-trip budget stay. The BnB will open its first property in the Kelapa Gading area of North Jakarta in the middle of December 2012. The hotel features 171 cozy rooms equipped with high quality mattresses, inside shower rooms, TV, and a WiFi internet connection. www.phm.co.id
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DANOYA VILLA
PRIVATE LUXURY RESIDENCES
Offering the relaxing tropical villas, mixing openplan architecture with an Indonesian touch, Danoya Villa are stylishly furnished with all the modern benefits that are expected at luxury resort. This 2012, Danoya officially launched their new private villas of two bedroom, three bedroom Royal categories and Imperial five bedroom villa. With its stylish and modern presentation, these new villas feature private swimming pool, fully equipped kitchen, living room family entertainment with home theatre DVD player and cable channel television, IDD telephone, and wireless internet, LCD TV and full air conditioned in each room. Located in prime area, Danoya Villa is only 40 minutes away from Bali Ngurah Rai International Airport. Close to restaurants, shopping center of Seminyak and entertainment district of Oberoi; also few minutes from the beach, Danoya Villa will be an ideal retreat in a perfect destination for your holiday getaway in Bali.
private luxury residences
jalan batubelig 559, kerobokan, bali 80361 indonesia tel: +62 361 4735305 | fax: +62 361 4733372 email: reservation@danoya.com | www.danoya.com
Maxi Hotel & Spa

The Maxi Hotel & Spa is situated in the heart of Balis shopping and nightlife district. Centrally located, the property offers an ideal base for visitors wishing to explore Bali while keeping all the islands best shops, bars, restaurants and beaches within easy walking distance. Hotel facilities and services include restaurant, bar, meeting room, massage and spa, room service, swimming pool with Jacuzzi, childrens pool, laundry and dry cleaning service, airport pickup and transfer, snack bar, tour desk, doctor on call, free car park, baby sitter upon request, broadband internet connection, major credit cards accepted, individually controlled air-conditioning, local and IDD telephone, satellite TV, daily mineral water, private bathroom with bathtub and shower, mini bar, personal electronic safe deposit, tea & coffee maker. The balcony overlooking the swimming pool and landscaped tropical garden offers a private area for relaxing. The hotel is less than 15 minutes from Ngurah Rai International Airport; 20 minutes drive to Denpasar, 30 minutes from Sanur, Nusa Dua and within 45 minutes drive to the artistic centre of Ubud and about 350 meters from Balis famous Kuta Beach.
Jl. Legian 83A, Legian Tel: (0361) 754-082 Fax: (0361) 750-792 E-mail: info@maxi-hotel.com Website: www.maxi-hotel.com
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FOR MOVIE BUFF

The annual Balinale 2012 International Film Festival will be held for the 6th time from October 8-14. This film festival was established in 2007 by the Bali Taksu Indonesia Foundation and founded by Christine Hakim, Indonesias internationally recognized film actress and producer, and Deborah Gabinetti, director of the Bali Film Center. The festival holds the honor of being endorsed by the Ministry of Culture & Tourism, Bali Governors Office and the Regency of Badung. Balinales Young Indonesian Film Circle Educational Programs provide creative workshops to thousands of secondary school students, which promotes inspired learning within the Indonesian film industry. The seminars, many offered free of charge, encompass scriptwriting, producing, editing, acting and filmmaking. Bali Taksu Indonesia Foundation, Jl. Merta Sari 10-B, Sanur (0361) 270-908, www.balinale.com
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KUNINGAN DAY
The Balinese Hindu community will commemorate Kuningan Day this year on September 8, and the date is set to be a public holiday. This event happens every six months and falls ten days after Galungan. Hindu people will have a prayer ceremony to worship their God, and take offerings to the temple.
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BRING THE PEACE

For the second year in a row, Ubuds Taksu will host a full day Global Yoga Mala celebration on September 22. This celebration will feature yoga classes led by Balis best instructors from Taksu Yoga, Yoga Barn, Radiantly Alive Yoga Studio, Intuitive Flow and Power of Now Oasis Sanur, plus well known independents. The purpose of the Global Yoga Mala Peace Project is to honor the United Nations International Day of Peace on September 21. Throughout the rest of the day, participants can select from an array of yoga and meditation classes or enjoy movies such as Yogawoman or Guerrilla Midwives, a documentary about the extraordinary work carried out at Ubuds Bumi Sehat clinic managed by CNN Hero of the Year Robin Lim. (0361) 971-490, www.taksuyoga.com
ITS TIME FOR WOMEN ARTISTS

The exhibition Seniwati, New Beginnings is being held at Griya Santrian in Sanur from August 15 to October 15. This is the first exhibition for women at the Seniwati Showspace and will exhibit paintings in a dynamic 2-meter by 80-centimeter format. The driving force behind the exhibition is Ni Nyoman Sani, the new head of Seniwati, which is an artists collective based in Batubulan. Ni Nyoman Sani, a mother of two, is a successful Balinese artist. Her paintings are inspired by fashion and she is also a talented clothes designer and photographer. www.seniwatigallery.com
SECRET PARTY
Project X Bali has announced its premier Secret Rave Party event that will take place at a hidden venue on September 22. Kicking off the event will be the sensational DJ Jerome Isma-Ae followed by other outstanding national DJs and various other entertainment. In addition, this event will also feature 3D Visual Mapping, which has never been done before at a rave party in Bali. The venue is secret, but can find the answer by grabbing a ticket. www.projectxbali.com
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FUN DAYS
The Centro Discovery Shopping Mall in collaboration with BNI held a special event for its members on August 4. This event was especially for the members of Centro called Centro Friends. Held in the Celcius Caf & Grills, all Centro Friends and invited guests breakfasted together, watched a fashion show and got a lot of prizes. The Centro and BNI Summer Party series of events was held from August 3 to 5 with a lot of activities such as a beer competition, shopping rally and kids catwalk competition. www.centro.co.id
ANCHORS AWEIGH
The B.E Esmeralda Chilean Naval Training Ship, which has visited more than 300 ports worldwide acting as a floating embassy for Chile, visited Benoa Harbor Bali on July 25. The Esmeralda (BE-43) is a steel-hulled fourmasted barquentine ship in the Chilean Navy, currently the second tallest and longest sailing ship in the world and has been a training ship for the Chilean Navy. The event was attended by many consulates, and who knew that these Navy guys are so good at dancing?
1000 UNIFORMS
Bridges Bali, in support of the Komunitas Anak Alam (Community of the Children of Nature) hosted a special Independence Day fundraising exhibition with photographs as well as the results of a knitting project done by the children on August 17. Everyone was invited to drop clothing, blankets, toys, etc. for the children, and all the proceeds from the sales of the photographs and knitting, as well as a percentage of the sales of food and drink were donated to the Komunitas Anak Alam for purchasing 1,000 uniforms. Bridges Bali Jalan Raya Campuhan, Ubud (0361) 970-095 www.bridgesbali.com
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LITTLE AMBASSADOR
Surfer Girl has just introduced Patricia Goeyardi as their official Green Ambassador for 2012. This eleven year-old girl is a student of the Taman Rama School in Denpasar and has an impressive list of environmental achievements in her bag, so is the perfect role model for inspiring young girls in Indonesia who want to be part of Surfer Girls mission, which is To make a positive difference through everything that we do. As Surfer Girls first ever Green Ambassador, Patricia will spread environmental awareness related to the ocean and surf. www.surfer-girl.com
HOLY RAMADHAN
Pullman Bali Legian Nirwana participated in the month of fasting by having a break-fasting event on July 26. They invited their travel agent, media partner, and corporate colleagues and some children from an orphanage to share the happiness. They also invited a special guest, Ustadz Subki Al Bughury, to give a speech and praying ceremony. www.pullmanbalilegiannirwana.com
JUSTICE POUR TOUS

French Dynamic Duo DJ Gaspard Aug and Xavier de Rosnay, also known as Justice, played at the Potato Head Beach Club on July 26. This is the first time in Bali and Indonesia for these Grammy Award and MTV Award winners to play their magnificent electric DJ set. It was madness as the audience jumping around and some even jumped into the pool, as they enjoy Justice playing hits such as We Are Your Friends and D.A.N.C.E. www.ptthead.com, www.ismayalive.com
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ELEPHANT BRIDE
Nikko Bali Resort and Spa just welcomed the arrival of an unusual bride to its wedding venue Wiwaha on July 25. This 2.8 ton bride is not an ordinary bride because its an elephant! Her name is Murni, a Sumatran elephant from the Bali Safari and Marine Park. Murni was wearing a white gown and a ribbon, and was escorted by two umbrella boys. The 26-year old elephant visited the resort for the Safari Goes to Hotel program by Bali Safari and Marine Park that promotes their conservation and educational program as well as various activities that guests can do there. www.nikkobali.com
MECARU CEREMONY
Novotel Bali Benoa hosted a traditional Balinese Mecaru ceremony on July 25. Mecaru is intended to balance human and nature by satisfying Bhuta (evil spirits). During the event, a gamelan orchestra from the hotel staff accompanied the procession led by a Hindu priest from the Klungkung Regency. After Bhuta is pleased, there will only be peace remaining. This important ceremony was held after a series of renovation projects done to some major areas of the resorts property. www.novotelbalibenoa.com
LEND A HAND
InterContinental Bali Resort paid a follow-up visit to Bali Life on July 27 as part of its ongoing CSR program. Bali Life is a non-profit foundation that cares for a group of orphaned children. Over the past year the Resort has supported Bali Life by securing a small parcel of land with the aim of getting them working towards self-sufficiency. The visit involved the donation of 3 cows and 5 ducks to help get this sustainability project underway and discuss future action plans. The establishment of this small productive farm is providing the children of Bali Life with valuable new skills and a sense of purpose. www.bali.intercontinental.com
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THE AWARD GOES TO

Qatar Airways just held an appreciation dinner party on July 27 at the Ayana Hotel, where they handed out awards to their top performing agents for their contributions in 2011 - 2012. Three trophies were given by the Country Manager of Indonesia to three Bali agents, Abbey Travel, Bayu Buana Travel and KCB Travel, and two certificates to two other agents, Anta Express and Sunari Travel. www.qatarairways.com
THE DREAM WEDDING

The biggest Wedding & Party Expo in Bali entitled My Dream Wedding was successfully held from August 3-5 at the Hong Kong Garden International Restaurant. This expo was opened officially by the wife of the vice governor of Bali Mrs. Bintang Puspayoga and Mrs. Lucy Gani as the chairman of Tiger Indonesia, the organizer who also handled the Sultans Royal Wedding in Yogyakarta last year. More than 70 wedding and party suppliers participated in this expo making it the main event for parties and weddings in Bali. Glamorous fashion shows by prominent Balinese designers and exciting entertainment were performed each day at this annual exhibition. www.tigerindonesia.com
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Rumah di Seribu Ombak (House at a Thousand Waves) is a new Indonesian movie produced and directed by Erwin Arnada. The premiere played last Sunday, August 5 at the Mal Bali Galeria, and was attended by Erwin Arnada himself with all the cast and representatives from Quiksilver Indonesia as the sponsor of the movie. Starring all new faces in the Indonesian movie industry, this movie was shot in three places in Bali, Desa Kali Asem SIngaraja, Legian, and Tegenungan Gianyar, and is a story about the life of children in Singaraja.
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Sector
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Fish Market
Jl. Mertasari
Jl. Raya Kerobokan
Jl. Mertanadi
C
H
Sanur Paradise Plaza Inna Grand Bali Beach
Jemme Cafe
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Jl. Petitenget
Jl. Raya Basangkasa
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The Seminyak
Be
Tao Bali SAKALA Medical Center
Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai
H
Jl. kunti II
Jl. Tukad Bilok Jl. Danau Buyan
The Oberoi Sweden & Finland Consulate
+ Medical C Cafe H Hotel M Market M Museum S Shopping R Restaurant CD Corps Diplomatique

R R +
Jl. kunti I
CD
Jl. Segara Ayu
H Novotel Bali Benoa H The Bali Khama
Jl. Camplung Tand
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Jl. Plawa
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Jl. Sun
Gado Gado
Jl. Tegeh Agung
Sindu Beach
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Jl. Sindu
Six
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Jl. Le
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LEGEND:
Kuta
Jl. Kurusetra 3
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Jl. Maj
Mercure
Jl. R
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Bali Galleria
C
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Jl. Danau Poso
Jl. Srikandi
Hard Rock Starbucks Jl. Pantai Kuta
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Czech Rep. Consulate
Kuta Square
Jl.
+ C Cafe H Hotel M Market M Museum S Shopping R Restaurant V Villa CD Corps Diplomatique H H

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Jl. Raya Seminyak
Grand Mirage
Jl. Arjun
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Jl. Nakula
H H
Aston Bali Resort The Oasis
H
CD
French Consulate
Sanur Paradise Plaza Suite
KUTA
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Jl. Wer
kudara
Conrad Bali The Royal Santrian Clinic
W
The Village
SANUR
H
dma Jl. Pa
H
Batu Jimbar
Melia Benoa
Legian Beach
Jl. Melasti
Art Market
S
Jl. B a yp ss
Jl. Pratama Raya
H H
Club Med Bali Kayumanis Nusa Dua
H H H
Bali Hyatt
Nusa Dua Beach Westin Resort
H
ah Ra i
The Laguna
H R
Rosso Vivo
S
Tragia
H
Jl. W
Melia Bali
Medical
M
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Village Market
M
Clinic
Jl. P anta i Pe
Museum Pasifika
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Bali Collection
Kuta beach
H
Jl. Pa nta
Grand Hyatt Bali
Jl. Tegal Wangi
Gabah
H
Sanur Beach
Puri Santrian
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Ina Putri Bali
LEGEND:
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N
H
Ayodya Resort bali
Kuta Center
H
Amanusa
W
H H
The Bale
Jl. N usa Du ela aS tan
E
The St. Regis Bali Resort
Discovery Shopping Mall
+ Medical C Cafe H Hotel M Market M Museum S Shopping R Restaurant CD Corps Diplomatique
S
H
Nikko Bali Resort & Spa
CLASSIFIEDCOLUMNS
ACTION & ATTRACTION

BALI ORCHID GARDEN Enjoy the beauty of walking among hundreds of beautiful and rare orchids, Heliconia, Ginger and other interesting plants. A peaceful, natural and safe haven close to the city. Enjoy a drink and find unique souvenirs. Tel: 466-010, Fax: 466-011 www.baliorchidgardens.com E-mail: info@baliorchidgarden.biz BALI QUAD DISCOVERY TOURS - The Bali Quad and Bali Buggy tours both bring you to a part of Bali where you still can find old traditions alive. Drive yourself with a specially designed off-road vehicle that copes with all kinds of terrain, through an authentic part of the island, passing rice fields, crossing jungles and driving through a traditional Balinese village. The views during these tours are sometimes beyond description. BaliQuad (using ATVs / quad bikes) and BaliBuggy (using off-road cars) are located in different locations which offer different tracks. A special 2-in-1 adventure can be arranged, combining both off-road tours in one great adventurous day. BaliQuad, Jl. Wirasatya VI No.9X, Suwung Kangin, Denpasar Tel: 720-766; Fax: 727-956 www.baliquad.com; www.balibuggy.com
INTERNATIONAL NEWSPAPERS
NEWSPAPER DIRECT Bali widest range of daily newspapers from anywhere of the world. Chose from 1012 titles of 79 countries, daily, weekly or as you like it. This service delivers you the complete edition of your preferred hometown newspaper on the same day of publication to your hotel or residence on Bali. Contact your hotel or villa reception or call or email them for the selection and pricelist 0361 769414 / info@newspaperdirect-bali.com
TOURS & TRAVEL

ADVENTURE INDONESIA Tour Operator Tailored Made Itinerary, Special Interest Tours : Orangutan & Dayak, Komodo & Flores Adventure, Tana Toraja, Explore Irian Jaya Tribes, Fun Jungle Survival, Student Field Trips. BALI: Ruko Wana Segara 12A, Tel: (0361) 750 971, 750 964. JAKARTA: Wisma 31 kemang, 3rd floor tel: (021) 7182250/56, Email: info@adventureindonesia.com www.adventureindonesia.com ADVENTURE INDONESIA ready to be your professional outsource partner for your corporate outing and training event, ready to customize for the best result in indoor as well outdoor event activities. You decide how far the breakthrough you want to get in the event. And we will design the best program and most suitable facilities to make sure your goal achieved! Email : info@adventureindonesia.co.id, Tel +62 21 7196061, 7182250
To Payangan
To Kintamani
UBUD
KEDEWATAN
Jl. Campuhan
N W
Jl. Sandat
M
Neka Museum
E S
Jl. Tirta Ta
UBUD
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Jl. Su
Ay
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Jl. K
CAMPUHAN
M
Painting Museum Jl. R aya Ubu
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Four Season
Jl. Raya
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Andong
DAPDAPAN
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TAMAN
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ANDONG
H
Kayu Manis
M
Antonio Blanco Museum
Jl. Jero
Ubud Palace
Ganding
Jl. Sa
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Medical
M
bawah
PENESTANAN
Jl. Dewi Sita
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Cok Putra S
H
Maya Ubud Resort
Jl. Han Jl. Sugr iwa
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Medical
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Jl. M
Jl. C
Hotel/Resort Market Museum Shopping Restaurant
Jl. IB
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Tourism Spot
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Medical
Manik
Lamak
Rai
LEGEND:
Jl. Jem
T
Pusering Jagad Tample
Penataran Sasih Tample
T
Keboedan Tample
Monkey Forest
M
Afchaeological Museum
PELIATAN
Jl. Nyuh bulan
BEDULU
KATIK LANTANG
T
Elephant Cave Rudana Museum
TEGES
To Denpasar
To Denpasar
NYUH KUNING
PANGOSEKAN
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INFOINDEX
AIRLINES
AIRPORT OPERATOR: Tel: (0361) 751-011 CATHAY PACIFIC AIRWAYS: Wisthi Sabha Building, 2nd Floor Ngurah Rai International Aiprort Call Centre: 0804-1-888888 CONTINENTAL MICRONESIA: Tel: (0361) 768-358, Fax: (0361) 768-369 ROYAL BRUNEI: Tel: (0361) 757-292 SINGAPORE AIRLINES: Jl. I Gusti Ngurah Rai, Airport Tel: (0361) 936-8388, Fax: (0361) 936-8383 GARUDA: Jl. Jalan Sugianyar 5 Denpasar Tel. (0361) 227-824, Fax: (0361) 226-298 24-hour access: 08071-807-807 MERPATI: Jl. Melati No. 51, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 235-358 Airport Tel: (0361) 751-011, ext. 5240/5242 Hotline: Tel: (0361) 722-740, 722-741 MANDALA AIRLINES: Komp. Plaza Kertawijaya, Jl. Diponogoro No. 98, Denpasar Reservation Call center 08041234567 NGURAH RAI AIRPORT: Tel/Fax: (0361) 759-761 THAI INTERNATIONAL: Grand Bali Beach Sanur, Tel: (0361) 288-141 QATAR AIRWAYS: Discovery Kartika Plaza Hotel, South Kuta Beach Tel: (0361) 752-222; Fax: 753-788. Wisti Sabha Building, 2nd Floor, Ngurah Rai International Aiprort, Tel: (0361) 760-274 Fax: (0361) 760-275 DEPARTURE Arrive at the airport two hours prior to departure. A Rp. 150,000 international departure tax is required. Domestic departure fee is Rp 40,000. No Fiscal tax-exempt to pay for Indonesian and expatriates holding KITAS for International departure. Ngurah Rai Intl Airport, Tel: (0361) 751-011 CZECH REPUBLIC: Jl. Pengembak 17 Sanur. Tel: (0361) 286-465, Fax: (0361) 286-408 E-mail: bali@honorary.mzv.cz FRANCE: Jl. Mertasari Gg. II No. 8, Sanur Tel: (0361) 285-485, Fax: (0361) 286-406 E-mail: consul@dps.centrin.net.id GERMANY: Jl. Pantai Karang 17, Batujimbar, Sanur Tel: (0361) 288-535, Fax: (0361) 288-826 Email: germanconsul@bali-ntb.com HUNGARY: Marintur, Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai 219, Sanur. Tel: (0361) 287-701, Fax: (0361) 287-456 Email: huconbali@telkom.net ITALY: Lotus Enterprises Building Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai, Jimbaran Tel: (0361) 701-005, Fax: (0361) 701-005 E-mail: italconsbali @italconsbali.org JAPAN: Jl. Raya Puputan 170, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 227-628, Fax: (0361) 265-066 E-mail: denpasar@mofa.go.jp MALAYSIA: Alam Kulkul Boutique Resort Jl. Pantai Kuta Tel: (0361) 752-520, Fax: (0361) 766-373 E-mail: info@consulmalaysia-bali.com MEXICO: PT Puri Astina Putra Building Jl. Prof. Moh. Yamin 1A, Renon, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 223-266, Fax: (0361) 244-568 E-mail: consulmex@astinatravel.com NETHERLANDS: KCB Travel, Jl. Raya Kuta 127, Kuta Tel: (0361) 761-502, Fax: (0361) 752-777 E-mail: dutchconsulate@kcb-tours.com ROYAL DANISH: Jalan By Pass Ngurah Rai, no. 229, Sanur Tel: (0361) 8216-979, Fax: (0361) 287-931 E-mail: danishconsbali@gmail.com POLAND: Jl. Raya Petitenget No. 11, Block I/C, Banjar Umasari, Kerobokan Tel: (0361) 732-165, Fax: (0361) 732-165 E-mail: consul@balipolandconsulate.com SLOVAKIA: Jl.Gunung Agung 93, Denpasar 80118 Tel: (0361) 426-171, Fax: (0361) 426-477 E-mail: konsulslowakbali@yahoo.com SPAIN: Istana Kuta Galeria, Blok Vallet 2, No. 11 Jl. Patih Jelantik, Kuta Tel: (0361) 769-296, Fax: (0361) 769-296 E-mail: espana_bali@blueline.net.id SWEDEN & FINLAND: Segara Village Hotel, Jl. Segara Ayu Tel: (0361) 282-211, Fax: 282-211 E-mail: sweconsul@yahoo.com SWITZERLAND & AUSTRIA: Istana Kuta Galeria Blok Valet 2 No 12, Kuta Tel: (0361) 751-735, Fax: (0361) 754-457 E-mail: bali@honorarvertretung.ch THAILAND: Jl. Puputan Raya No. 81, Renon, Denpasar Fax: (0361) 263-310 E-mail: rtc_bali@thaimail.com TIMOR LESTE: Jl. Prof. Yamin No. 4, Renon, Denpsar Tel: (0361) 235-093, Fax: (0361) 235-092 E-mail: cgtl@dpsbali.com UNITED STATES: Jl. Hayam Wuruk 188, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 233-605, Fax: (0361) 222-426 E-mail: amcobali@indosat.net.id RUMAH SAKIT UMUM PUSAT SANGLAH (General Hospital): Jl. Diponegoro, Sanglah, Denpasar. Tel: (0361) 227-911/15.
MUSEUMS
AGUNG RAI MUSEUM OF ART (ARMA): Ubud, Tel: (0361) 976-659, Fax: 974-229. Jl. Pengosekan, Ubud, open daily 8 am-6pm. ABIAN KAPAS: Tel: (0361) 227-176 East Denpasar. ANTONIO BLANCO: Tel: (0361) 975-502, 975-551, Ubud, open daily 8 am-5 pm. ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM: Tel: (0361) 942-352, Pejeng. Open 8 am - 3 pm weekdays. GEDONG KIRTYA HISTORICAL LIBRARY: Tel: (0362) 25141, Jl. Veteran, Singaraja. Open 7am - 3pm Monday - Thursday, until Fridaynoon, closed on weekends. GALLERY SENIWATI: Jl. Ubud Raya, Gianyar. Tel: (0361) 975-485 MUSEUM BALI: Tel: (0361) 235-059, 222-680, Jl. Let. Kol Wisnu, Denpasar. MUSEUM LE MAYEUR: Tel: (0361) 286-164, Jl. Hang Tuah, Sanur. Open 8 am - 2 pm, Tuesday - Sunday. MUSEUM MANUSA YADNYA: Mengwi, open daily, but often unattended. MUSEUM NEKA: Tel: (0361) 975-074, 975-034, Jl. Raya Campuan, Ubud open daily 9 am - 5 pm. MUSEUM PURI LUKISAN: Tel: (0361) 975-136, 971-159, Jl. Raya Ubud, Ubud, www.mpl-ubud.com MUSEUM RUDANA: Tel: (0361) 975-779, 976-479, Peliatan, Ubud. MUSEUM SUBAK: Tel: (0361) 810-315, Jl. Raya Kediri, Desa Sanggulan, Tabanan.
HEALTH&MEDICAL
Call an ambulance by dialing 118, but it is a lot more practical and quicker to hire a taxi. Most hotels have on-call doctors on standby. For Bali Belly, Lomotil and Imodium eliminate symptoms, but not gastro-related infections. A fever along with symptoms requires doctorprescribed antibiotics. Drink as much liquid as possible. Isotonic drinks under various brand names are widely available and are known to replenish body hydration and replace uids. For discomfort, diarrhea and cramping, drink strong, hot tea; avoid fruits and spicy foods. Some day-biting mosquitoes carry dengue fever, but this is not a problem in tourist areas. Bali is non-malarial and prophylaxis is not required. Mosquito bites, cuts or abrasions easily become infected in the tropics. Treat them immediately. Drink only bottled or boiled water. Peel fruit before eating; avoid raw vegetables except at reputable restaurants. Ice in restaurants is safe. Protect yourself from the intense equatorial sun. Use high SPF sunblock and a hat. AIDS and sexually transmitted diseases are increasing in Indonesia. Local sex workers have multiple partners from around the world. They are not checked for sexually transmitted diseases. Act responsibly and use condoms, available over the counter at pharmacies.
CLINIC&HOSPITAL
INTERNATIONAL SOS CLINIC 24-hour emergency medical clinic services, medical evacuation, multilingual staff. Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai 505X, Kuta 80361. Tel: (0361) 710-505, Fax: (0361) 710-515. BIMC Hospital Kuta 24h Accident and Emergency Centre, 24h Medical Centre, international standard hospital with fully equipped ambulances, emergency room, intensive care unit, operating theatres, radiology and pathology, ward rooms, international and multilingual team of medical experts, CosMedic Centre for non-invasive and invasive cosmetic and aesthetic treatments. Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai 100X, Kuta 80361 Tel: (0361) 761 263, Fax: (0361) 767 701 BIMC Hospital Nusa Dua 24h Accident and Emergency Centre, 24h Medical Centre, international standard hospital with fully equipped ambulances, emergency room, intensive care unit, operating theatres, radiology and pathology, ward rooms, international and multilingual team of medical experts, CosMedic Centre, Dialysis Centre, Dental Centre. Kawasan BTDC, Blok D, Nusa Dua 80363 Tel: (0361) 3000 911, Fax: (0361) 3001 150
TOURIST INFO.
INTEGRATED TOURISM INFORMATION CENTER (ITIC) A one-stop tourist information complex of ten provinces in Indonesia comprising Bali, Lampung, Jakarta, Banten, West Java, Central Java, East Java, Jogjakarta. Jl. Raya Kuta 2, Kuta, 80361; Tel: (0361) 766-188 NGURAH RAI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT Tel: (0361) 751-011 BADUNG GOVERNMENT TOURISM OFFICE: Jl. Kuta Raya 2, Kuta Tel: (0361) 756-175/76 BALI GOVERNMENT TOURISM OFFICE Jl. Supratman, Niti Mandala, Renon, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 222-387 SINGARAJA TOURIST INFORMATION OFFICE: Jl. Veteran 23, Singaraja Tel: (0362) 251-41 UBUD TOURIST INFORMATION SERVICE Jl. Raya Ubud, Gianyar Tel: (0361) 96-285, 973-285; 8 am - 9 pm.
CONSULATES
AUSTRALIA, CANADA, NEW ZEALAND: Jl. Tantular No. 32, Renon - Denpasar 80234 Tel: (0361) 241-118, Fax: (0361) 221-195 E-mail: bali.congen@dfat.gov.au www.bali.indonesia.embassy.gov.au BRITAIN: Jl. Tirta Nadi 20, Sanur, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 270-601, Fax: (0361) 287-804 E-mail: bcbali@dps.centrin.net.id BRAZIL: Jl. Raya Legian No. 186, Kuta Tel: (0361) 757-775, Fax: (0361) 751-005 Email: brazilconsul@bali.net CHILE: Jl. Jl. Pengembak Gg 1 No. 3, Sanur, Denpasar Tel: (0361) 756-781, Fax: (0361) 756-783 E-mail: chilehonconsulate@bali-villa.com
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