Bali & Beyond Magazine November 2012

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Journey to BOTI
Healthy and
We give some options on where to go to work out in Bali
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A community still i ill ruled over by its own self-styled king
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Ride Ride your board, bike or the waves and have fun under the sun
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Om Swastiastu... Welcome to Bali and the Indonesian archipelago! If youre here for a holiday, we know that holiday means a break from your daily routine and we understand that you may want just lay back in the sunbed all day, eating all kind of exotic foods, no longer counting calories, and drinking alcohol. But well, there are a lot of healthy holiday options if youre willing to slow down a bit on those wild parties. At least dont forget to keep exercising, if you dont want to feel all sluggish when you arrive home. In Lifestyle & Leisure, we give you several options of gyms where you can go to exercise and stay t. From a fully-equipped gym, to a gym slash country club where you can combine working out with socializing. And in this months FotoFolio, check out these men in action with their skateboards, BMX bikes, and surfboards. Surely this will give you inspiration not to be a couch potato. Always featured is information we think will be useful to you during your holiday on the island. First up, Dine & Delights features the currently hip new restaurant called Cosmic, and the already famous for ne dining Sarong. We also had the chance to have a chat with Chef Victor from the upcoming star, Tapeo Gastrobar. In Craft & Culture nd out about the Subak, a unique water management (irrigation) system for rice elds in Bali. If youre looking for a private place to stay but not too far from the center of the town, Mahagiri Villas in Sanur may be what youre searching for. Read the review in Rest & Relaxation. In Action & Attraction, we feature the Kendra Gallery for you art connoisseurs. Dont know where to go after this? Perhaps the hidden village of Boti in West Timor can be an option for your next destination, so read the story in Beyond Bali. And if you happen to go to the capital city of Jakarta, dont forget to try the famous Red Velvet Cake at Union, take your rst bite in Capital Corner. Happy reading! Om Shanti Shanti Shanti Om The Team
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Ari Mustikawati has been working for media for more than 4 years now. She adores photography and calls her cameras by the name of Kate and John. She likes sharing her photos on her blog at www.aritika.wix.com/photography
Stef Purba is a contributor for a national business newspaper. She loves going to places and photography.
Daniel Leemon originally came to Bali as a stop-gap in his travels through Asia, but is now happy to be stuck here. He still enjoys forrays into other countries but always comes back.
Dewi Irma has a wide range of interests from fashion, art, design, music, food, to traveling. She dreams of having a cafe & bar of her own in the future.
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Tim Hannigan rst came to Indonesia to surf the world class waves of Bali, but it was the potential for adventure on dry land that really got him hooked.
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Cover Komang Sastrawan aka Komo by Tim Hain
REST&RELAXATION
MAHAGIRI VILLAS : A HIDDEN GEM IN SANUR
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Perfect place for those who seek a tranquil place to stay, but not too far from the center of town.
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CRAFTCULTURE
STORY OF SUBAK
Subak is an organization of farmers that manages the irrigation system for the rice elds, which can only be found in Bali.
PONDERINGPOINT
Step out of your comfort zone and nd another spot in Bali outside Kuta.
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FIRST ROW PHOTO COURTESY OF SARONG, SECOND ROW PHOTO BY TIM HAIN/COURTESY OF QUIKSILVER, THIRD ROW PHOTO COURTESY OF THE HAVEN
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LIFESTYLELEISURE
HEALTHY AND FUN
We give some options on where to go to work out in Bali.
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DINEDELIGHTS
Check out Sarong - Asian Culinary Delights, Cosmic Diner, the American VIntage Diner and we also chat with Chef Victor Taborda of Tapeo Gastrobar.
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FOTOFOLIO
IN ACTION
Ride your board, bike or the waves and have fun under the sun. This month's FotoFolio features skateboard, BMX and surf athletes from Quiksilver and DC Shoes.
86 BALIMAPS Map of Bali showing specic tourism areas and places of interest, as well as a distance scale between the islands main destinations. 89 CLASSIFIEDCOLUMNS Listings and product descriptions from various clientele. 90 INFOINDEX Useful directory of companies and island-based businesses.
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ACTIONATTRACTION MORE THAN ART Come with us to Kendra Gallery and appreciate some art.
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CAPITALCORNER
UNION : A HIP DINING PLACE IN SENAYAN
Jakarta's most popular destination for all day dining & the buzzing evening drink scene.
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BEYONDBALI JOURNEY TO BOTI This is a community still ruled over by its own self-styled king and preferring its own age-old adat customs to the modern Indonesian nation state.
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PRIMEPROMOTION
TASTE OF INDONESIA
After achieving success with its Mediterranean, Italian cuisine and Tapas, the Dejavu Kitchen is ready to hit another successful note with its Indonesian menu. Nasi Goreng and Bakmi Goreng are guests favorite already, so now try its Seafood Laksa for Rp. 85,000 which is a broth of mixed seafood in coconut milk served with rice noodles. In this strategic beach front location, continue the evening with a few Dejavu cocktails while enjoying the sunset. Dejavu Kitchen Jl. Arjuna / Blue Ocean Beach no. 7x, Legian Kaja, Kuta (0361) 732-777; www.dejavukitchen.com
OPENING PROMO
Accor announces the opening of the ibis Styles Bali Kuta Circle, the second newly-built ibis Styles property in Bali. The hotel is centrally located in the bustling Simpang Siur area, next to Bali Galleria Shopping Mall and only 15 minutes from the Ngurah Rai International Airport. This new hotel will specically cater to the discerning needs of business and leisure travelers, with its 191 modern rooms including standard rooms and family suites. The ibis Styles Bali Kuta Circle has released a promotional rate of Rp. 500,000 net per room per night plus taxes, including an all-youcan-eat buffet breakfast for 2 persons and free WiFi internet access for booking and stays until 20 December 2012. ibis Styles Bali Kuta Circle www.accorhotels.com/8118
BARBECUE NIGHTS
The Chedi Club offers a barbecue night every Sunday night at 7 p.m., set in a private garden. For Rp. 650,000 per person and Rp. 250,000 for children, you can get Chef Deans pitroast babi guling, a traditional Balinese suckling pig marinated in herbs and spices for 24 hours, grilled lamb chops with herbs from the propertys garden, baked campre potatoes and including beverages, in the midst of a charming Balinese atmosphere. A candlelit woodland garden with rough-hewn wooden benches and tables and traditional Balinese torches and umbul umbul ags provides the setting for a casual, starlit barbecue dinner. The Chedi Club, Jalan Raya Goa Gajah, Ubud (0361) 975-685; www.ghmhotels.com
COURTESY PHOTOS OF IBIS KUTA AND THE CHEDI, DEJAVU PHOTOS BY IKSHANDY SEPTIAN.
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PRIMEPROMOTION
GOOD OL ENGLISH
The Sabeen Restaurant is offering a new experience for its guests with its Traditional Sunday Carvery. There are a variety of traditional roasted selections from chicken, beef, pork, and lamb. They also serve hot dishes, salads and starters, side dishes, and traditional English desserts. All you can eat every Sunday from 12 p.m. 3 p.m. only at Rp. 275,000 nett/person. Experience delicious choices of traditional roasted meats and chicken. The Haven, Jalan Raya Seminyak (0361) 738-001; www.thehavenbali.com
OPEN SESAME!
The Golden Lotus Chinese Restaurant, which is famous for its Cantonese and Szechuan cuisines and Dim Sum, now offers one of their delicious signature dishes, Shanghai Sesame Chicken at the very special price of Rp. 215,000 net / whole chicken. The Shanghai Sesame Chicken is served in two preparation variations: Chicken skin served with Chinese pancake or shredded chicken meat, both served with Black Bean sauce. This promo is valid from November 1, 2012 to January 31, 2013. Bali Dynasty Resort, Jalan Kartika, Tuban (0361) 752-403; www.balidynasty.com
DINE & DANCE

HARRIS Resort Kuta Beach Bali offers a Barbecue Buffet Dinner featuring Balinese Dances. Enjoy a selection of freshly grilled meat and seafood prepared every Saturday evening starting at 7 p.m. on the open charcoal-red grill by the pool area, with Balinese dance performances. During the dinner, guests can enjoy the Balinese Welcome dance followed by some traditional Balinese dances accompanied by a gamelan orchestra playing the Jauk dance a story about a giant demon, duet dances of Cendrawasih & Oleg Tamulilingan, and a Joged dance. HARRIS Resort Kuta Beach Bali Jalan Pantai Kuta, Kuta, (0361) 753-868; www.harrishotels.com
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NEW&NEWS
THE DEBUTANT
Mercure Bali Nusa Dua opens its doors on September 23. Just a stones throw away from the prominent Bali Tourism Development Center (BTDC) complex, this hotel is ideally located for access to the Bali International Convention Centre and the many shopping, dining and entertainment options at the Bali Collection Shopping Mall. The hotel features 201 comfortable contemporary rooms including 150 Superior rooms, 43 Deluxe rooms and 8 Junior Suites. Three meeting rooms with a capacity of up to 200 people can accommodate conferences, weddings and other events, while the business center services and lobby internet corner round out the hotels business facilities. Mercure Bali Nusa Dua Jalan Nusa Dua Selatan Lot SW 03 (0361) 846-7000; www.mercure.com
NEW ERA IN HEALTHCARE

Siloam Hospitals Group (SHG) opens a new hospital in Bali with the hope it can be the main gate to community health care as well as for foreign tourists. Based on statistics in 2010, the ratio of hospital beds per population is 1:800. When compared to Singapore, where the ratio of beds per population is 1:10, it is expected that with the presence of Siloam in Denpasar with its 350 beds can help reduce this ratio and achieve adequate health services. Siloam Denpasar is equipped with the latest medical equipment such as MRI 1,5 Tesla, CT Scan 128 Slice, Fluoroscopy / USG 4 Dimension / Mammography / Dental Panoramic, X-Ray Comprehensive, Computed Radiography (digital imaging). www.siloamhospitals.com
READY FOR ADVENTURE?

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The Ayu Villas & Toya Devasya Resort Kintamani offers you the opportunity to experience nature with outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, cycling and canoeing. Back in the villa you will experience tranquility, privacy, and comfort, while the stunning scenery of Lake Batur and Mt. Abang will spoil your eyes and give you memories to last a lifetime. The Ayu Villas & Toya Devasya Resort Kintamani (0361) 769-015 www.balipremiermanagement.com
ANOTHER ACHIEVEMENT
The Maya Ubud Resort & Spa is proud to announce that it has won an award for excellence as one of the Hot 25 Spa Hotel/Resorts in Asia by Smart Travel Asia in their Best in Travel 2012. Smart Travel Asia runs a poll from May to July 2012. The vote was based on a combination of actual experience, word of mouth, and an idea of the brand drawn from advertising and editorial in the media. Vijay Verghese, Editor of Smart Travel Asia, personally presented the award to Maya Ubud on September 6, saying he was delighted to release the results of their recently concluded Best in Travel Poll 2012. Maya Ubud Resort & Spa Jalan Gunung Sari Peliatan, Ubud (0361) 977-888; www.mayaubud.com
NEW FLAVOR
Al Dente Kitchen & Bar announces the appointment of its new chef, Mr. Rivoli Giuseppe. Chef Giuseppe joined Al Dente Kitchen & Bar after working in Australia, London and Italy. With his international cooking experiences and passion in what he does, he surely will add a new avor to Al Dente. Al Dente Kitchen & Bar Jalan Kartika Plaza, Complex Kuta Sidewalk (0361) 488-838; www.rama-restaurants-bali.com/aldente
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The watering and irrigation system in Bali is known as Subak. Subak is an organization of farmers that manages the irrigation system for the rice elds, and this irrigation system can only be found in Bali.
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There are four basic elements in each Subak. There are the elds, water sources, irrigation systems, and the cultural and spiritual activities of man and the temple. These four elements are considered the cultural heritage of the ancestors of Bali and they must be preserved and guarded wisely. This irrigation system has been around for hundreds of years now. This irrigation system has been preserved since the 11th century, when it was formed to provide for the common need for water for the rice elds owned by the Balinese farmers. Farmers got together and built tunnels as irrigation
canals that connect the springs to the surrounding elds. In addition, the rivers in Bali are often in such steep places that getting water supplies for the rice elds would be quite difcult. The philosophy of Subak is adopted from the Balinese philosophy of life that is Tri Hita Karana, or three causes of happiness (God, man and nature). Tri Hita Karana is the concept of a harmonious relationship between man and God, man and nature and between humans. With this Subak system, the water management in agricultural elds is
beauty? It is known worldwide and even its water management system has become one of the many tourist attractions on It has been proven that with Subak, the agricultural productivity of the farmers has increased because each farmer receives their water supply as needed and as agreed by in their Subak meeting.
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based on the mindset of harmony and togetherness, which is based on formal rules and religious values. So it can be concluded that the activity of Subak is not merely agricultural but also includes social interactions between fellow farmers and the implementation of religious rituals in order to have a successful harvest. In Subak areas, a Hindu temple is built as a dedication to the goddess of prosperity and fertility, Dewi Sri. This water system is governed by an indigenous leader who is also a farmer. Kelian Subak or Pekasehlah (the leader) organizes water management based on the order arranged in egalitarian society. Subak has specicity when compared to the existing irrigation systems in other parts of Indonesia and even the world. Its uniqueness lies in rituals such as ceremonies conducted at an early time starting from land preparation, planting, and nally to harvesting. Until now, Subak has been used by the government for
agricultural development activities such as agricultural research and development. Another thing that distinguishes the Subak irrigation system from the others is that in this system the farmers work together for the benet of each others elds so that everyone has the equal rights to their water supply and they can achieve their common goal, and that is the success of the crops. When the irrigation system is running well, farmers can enjoy the adequacy of the water together. On the other hand, when the irrigation water is very small, they will have limited water together. Similarly, planting schedules are strictly implemented. Planting time is set in a certain time or generally within a span of two weeks. If a farmer violates this agreement there will be sanction imposed. Not just a cultural heritage, Subak has also ofcially become a world heritage, recognized and dened by UNESCO (Nations Educational, Scientic and Cultural United Nations). In September of
2012, a certicate of recognition as a world heritage was received. Through a long process taking almost 12 years, Subak has eventually received the worlds recognition and is a source of pride for the people of Bali. UNESCO recognizes Subak as one landscape, with a cultural value, community organization, and belief system that is unique. With this recognition of the heritage site, it proves how Subak has become an important part of Bali and its society, and especially farmers are expected to promote its welfare. Subak was nominated with the title Bali Subak Culture, which is inspired by the Balinese philosophy of Tri Hita Karana. Subak is not only reected in lush, beautiful landscapes and green elds, but also interlinked to the culture and belief systems. The recognition of the world heritage area covers Jatiluwih Catur Angga Batukaru, Tabanan Regency, Pura Taman Ayun Mengwi Badung Regency, Regional
River Areas (DAS) and the Gianyar Regency Pakerisan Ulundanu Pura Batur and Lake District Bangli. Although this has been recognized worldwide, locally the farmers still face some issues, as farmers are still subject to property tax and some have changed the function of the land into something else considered more protable. Nowadays, Subak farmers are often associated with poverty, underdevelopment and are less prestigious. Agricultural production costs are not comparable with the results because the value of agricultural products in particular are less absorbed by the tourism and industrial sectors. Some areas for Subak farming have been turned into buildings such as hotels. The government data on agriculture records over the trans function of rice elds into buildings in Bali in the last 10 years has reached 2,330 hectares, or an average per year of 233 hectares of the total land area of 81,908 hectares of elds in Bali.
For example, due to the rapid agricultural land conversion, in Denpasar alone it has been recorded that three Subak areas have disappeared. Those three Subak areas were Subak Kreneng, Subak The Stone and Subak Sanglah. Denpasar now only has 36 Subak, also the smallest compared to other districts in Bali. More than 30% are recorded in the Tabanan regency and the remaining 70% are spread across the eight districts / cities in Bali. Besides the taxes, access to capital for the agricultural sector is given less often by the banks. The only incentive for farmers from the government is in the form of seeds and fertilizer subsidies. To get capital for their farms is rather difcult, causing the farmers difculty in maintaining the continuity of producing a quality crop. In reality, farmers local produce can not be accepted well by the market so there must be a mutual agreement that agricultural products can be accepted and still able to be maintained agriculturally in
Bali so that there will be no more Subak land conversions. That way the tourism sector is expected to add extra value to local farmers and be able to thrive in the local market so that the farmers can rely on good crops for them. If farmers do not get the benet who would produce it? The existence of villas and hotels in nearby Subak areas has caused the selling value tax of land to increase sharply. As a result, farmers pay the same tax on Subak as other hotel accommodation services. As taxes get too high many farmers choose to sell their Subak land to investors and the Subak areas will become less and less. It is expected that the government would give special attention towards the implementation of property tax so that they would exempt the Subak area from high tax in order this to keep the Subak area as it was intended to be. Text by Stef Purba Photos by Agung Parameswara
LIFESTYLE&LEISURE
HEALTHY AND FUN

The world is constantly evolving; society never stands still, and attitudes adjust. Twenty years ago you either went to the gym or you thought people that did were vain health freaks, there were no grey areas. But things change.
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some sort of exercise, to sweat it out every now and then - so some play football, others squash, some go hiking... most go to the gym. Advertising and the celeb-obsessed media have also played a big role in this. The constant barrage of images of beauty, great gures and physiques and healthy glowing smiles, coupled with the highlighting of any slight imperfections in the rich and the famous, have created a picture-perfect world. People now dont just dream of a better body, they expect it. Perfection has become attainable. The result everybody goes to the gym. This trend is also now prevalent in Bali. Like in most things, Bali follows the trends imported from Europe and this is no different if
e now live in a much more healthconscious society to the point that people who stuff their faces with fried foods and laugh in the face of exercise are ostracized. Quite simply, its now seen as imperative to be engaged in
you have more tourists and more expats, youll need more gyms. Especially when its so hot that layers of garments that can normally mask the bulge are not an option. Residents and holidaymakers alike are putting in the hours, forcing themselves to go through the arduous routine of shedding the pounds and shaping up. People nowadays dont stop working out when they go on vacation - its a part of peoples schedule and they need to carry on the routine. Bali locals have also been inuenced. At rst it was strictly a Western thing, then the Indonesian girlfriends got introduced to the gym, and the bouncers at the clubs also joined in. Now the group has spread out. Balis middle classes, who have grown more afuent, students as well as the big and ever-growing gay scene, are all part of the masses diligently applying themselves in one of the various gyms dotted around. And, with this being Bali, there are choices. There are different types of gyms, each with different attributes and different attractions. First off you have pure workout gyms, like
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Hammerhead, one of the oldest and most established gyms in Bali. It rst opened in 2001 and is still going strong, pretty much unchanged from those early days. Beautifully basic and stark, no frills, no dead weight, strictly for serious people, not for showoffs or y-by-nighters. Open-planned and welcoming, and with all the equipment you could wish for, it offers a service that is equalitarian in its beliefs. It is a gym that has many bodybuilders but theyre not the majority and theres a strict no-steroids policy and no audible grunts; they take extra care to make girls feel safe, ensuring an environment where they dont feel intimidated or letched at and that its energetically clean; they also cater to the majority of Balis gay community in a non-homophobic environment, but the management sees to it that there is no awkwardness for the heterosexuals; and last but not least, they are cheaper than most of their competitors and have special rates for locals, in order to make it multi-cultural and inclusive, a gym for the community. Also, partly due to its location, it also attracts all the transient trade. This is where people come to work out, not socialize. Its trainers are more mature than you nd in most gyms, which basically means that they have years of experience. For the various athletes and
actors who take their vacations in Bali, this is where they come to stay t Hugh Jackman and Chris John (boxing world champion) have recently spent time here. Whilst they do have aerobic classes for women, the space is not now we see the other side of the coin - the thing that a lot of people now want, mainly females, is group classes. High-energy workouts, dancing, yoga, Pilates - and whilst Hammerhead does provide this service, it is not their specialty. There are other places for this, and leading this front is 3V (Kerobokan). Originally just a gym to accommodate a new set of villas that had been built, it slowly grew into an all-encompassing club, comprised of a weight gym, a studio for classes, and a spinning room as well as a swimming pool and a restaurant/cafe. It has a country club feel but is a place people use for tness, not coffee-brunches. The onus here is on classes and group tness, and they do it very well. With a selection ranging from TRX, Zumba, Bodypump, and Powerstep, to Yoga, Pilates, and Qi Gong, and following the latest training models including the standardized and structured internationally renowned Les Mills model, they provide the perfect
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quite conducive for it, leading to a slightly haphazard schedule, and
service. And it seems theyve cornered the market. If you want aerobic group workouts, 3V is where you go. Their regime also includes outdoor activities such as mountain trekking, running clubs and bike rides, and their reasonably priced 12-month contracts mean that their clientele includes many locals. Mostly women, residents, and those keen to work out. And even though the club provides a wonderfully tranquil space for relaxing and having a bite to eat, people that come here mostly choose not to. They come, they sweat it out, and they leave. This is for people just as serious about their tness as at Hammerhead, but coming from a different angle. And more different still is the 3V branch at Canggu. A warehouse type of space, in two different buildings, it has a unique approach to exercise and its called Parkour. Very different from a gym, this something new, a little radical, and maybe the shape of things to come as it offers a space that aims to replicate an urban environment, with scaffolding, walls, natural obstacles and railings. The idea is to improve your balance, endurance, explosiveness and co-ordination, but within a natural location, and it also offers many things for kids like futsal and gymnastics as well as Muay Thai. But theres another group of people, the slightly older, more well-to-do crowd who look for something a little more rened, a bit more plush, and they have that choice, this is Bali after all. The Canggu Club caters to this crowd and acts as an oasis, a haven from the madness of the streets of Kuta/Seminyak. This is a country club, which just so happens to include a gym. Its expensive and thus exclusive, it has a great restaurant, a large swimming pool with some very relaxing places to lounge, steam rooms, massages, and many activities for kids. The gym is clean, modern, small and compact but has everything you need for your basic toning up. And it also offers regimented grueling workouts with instructors and the use of TRX, the latest innovation to improve core strength. This is a place where you go, have a little workout, a quick dip in the pool, top up the tan on a sun-lounger, then a long soothing
Hammerhead), a mixed martial arts gym which teaches anything from Kickboxing and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, to Aikido and Taekwondo, and comes equipped with a caged ring for real ghting. The world has changed and now demands more effort for your body maintenance, and a t body is a t mind. Gyms have now splintered off into specialist markets to suit individual needs. And this is Bali, which means youll always have a choice. Text by Daniel Leemon Hammerhead Jalan Nakula, Kuta (0361) 780-7751 3V massage before wiling away a few hours with a coffee and a chat. People go there to meet friends in a health-conscious, comfortable, tranquil and beautiful setting. Places like this are essential for a certain clientele, that discerning villa owner, and the Canggu Club has this honed and polished and perfected. There are other places too of course, including the instructorled, very specialist Bodyline in Kerobokan, which uses only the Powerplate (a vibrating platform), or the Dojo Aora (underneath
Jalan Mertasari, Kerobokan (0361) 847-6028 (0361) 789-8967 Canggu Club Jalan Pantai Berawa, Canggu (0361) 844-6385
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DINE&DELIGHTS
SARONG
Asian Culinary Delights

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Seminyaks dining scene has exploded in the last few years, with dozens of great new restaurants springing up left and right. The melting pot of residents and visitors has brought an array of sophisticated, tasty cuisine. Its home to some of the islands best spots offering authentic Asian delicacies, Western favorites, and the trend of fusion cuisine that combines Asian, French, Italian and Latin food with sumptuous and pricey results. Attire is usually casual-chic, but patrons who head down to Seminyak like to dress to impress.
arong is one of the restaurants you dont want to miss when you get the chance to dine in Seminyak. The place opened only
the wide array of enticing menu items, the suggested entres were served by the jaunty gentlemen from the kitchen. Chicken and Tuna Betel Leaf, both well thought out and designed, with an eye on prot margins, to be consumed all together in one bite or two. The crunchy betel leaf was enlivened with a healthful small portion of tuna and chicken, fresh at leaf coriander, lime leaf, roasted chilli and capsicum relish. The Tuna was garnished with Balinese Sambal Matah while the chicken seasoned with Red Nam Jihm. Soft Shell Crab Salad followed, served with green mango mint-shallots and crushed peanut, tamarind, and chilli dressing. The crabs were powdered with our and deepfried to a golden brown color crunchy
which comes with three dipping sauces; Indian Salad, fresh green chutney, and Reita Sauce. Its a blending of exotic avours that is very well put together tender and tasty chicken with spicy salad. The list of desserts completes the whole Asian dining experience with Thailand inspired sweet treat Black Sticky Rice with Lychees and Mango Ice Cream, as well as the simple but mouth-watering Deep Fried Bananas with coconut ice cream and Young Coconut Jelly with crushed ice tapioca and black agar-agar. To call it a night I took a sip of one of their most likeable concoctions at the bar
a few years ago but has rapidly gained a great reputation among Asian food fanatics who wish to savour the authentic yet playful dishes of Chef Will Meyricks brilliant creation. He has successfully turned Sarong into one of the most interesting restaurants in the neighbourhood. On my visit to Sarong, I saw customers crowding the restaurant at 6.30 p.m. - they looked
and delicious. It was well combined with the fresh ingredients, giving the perfect so pleased to be enjoying their meals and I overheard them saying, Thank you. The food is fantastic to the friendly waitresses who always ensure that the customers get what they need. My expectations got even bigger when thinking about what an unforgettable Asian dining experience I was going to have here. Sarong is designed in an appropriately dark and moody style its elegant with chocolate-colored walls, a high ceiling, classic table settings, exquisite chandeliers, dim light, brown lace drapes charmingly decorating the pillars, a small pond near the high-chair table sets, and sofas for comfy options. The dining setting is divided into an outdoor area with small lovely garden and a spacious alfresco setting. While perusing multitude of texture and avours, spicy, sour, and tasty in every bite. Once you move into the heavier meal section, Sarong really kicks into gear and things get even better. A waiter arrived with an ample portion of the mostacclaimed aromatic Light Green Curry of Snapper with Thai eggplant, stirred in coconut cream and sweet basil. The tasty warm soup was perfect to scoop up with the Naan bread of which there are three selections of avors on the menu plain, garlic and cheese. The succulent sh absorbs the rich essences of herbs, spices and other ingredients absolutely delightful. From there I was pampered by the authentic Indian cuisine, Chicken Katsoori Kebab marinated in saffron yogurt kasoori methi and green mango salad, Sarong Jl. Petitenget 19X, Kerobokan (0361) 4737-809 www.sarongbali.com
near the entrance, the Sarong Signature Coconut Passion Fruit and Pineapple Daiquiri and Sarong Swizzle a refreshing mixture of rum, apricot, honey, and house ginger beer. The menu at Sarong truly reects Chef Will Meyricks tribute to the Asian culinary scene. As an Asian food fanatic, I appreciate the heart and soul that the entire team pours into each meal. From the attentive and well-informed servers to the artists in the kitchen, they made it a meal to remember. I could fairly say it was way beyond my expectations. Text by Ari Mustikawati
DINE&DELIGHTS
COSMIC DINER
The American Vintage Diner
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unset Road and Jalan Dewi Sri are usually recognized as a neighborhood of ofces district quiet and dreary. Over the
Great name, great concept: a bright yellow outdoor terrace with enough tables for 20 people, an upstairs dining area and a retro soundtrack. As I walked in a familiar song welcomed me, Diamonds are a Girls Best Friend sing by the quintessential American sex symbol Marilyn Monroe. Then next American songs from those old times followed doo wop, rocka-billy and pop like Louis Armstrong with La Vie en Rose, the comedian-singer Dean Martin with Dixie Medley and Everybody Loves Somebody Sometimes, the wellknown singer Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr., The Drifters, Ella Fitzgerald, and Billie Holiday to name a few. The ambience reminds me of a classic-retro American diner where a jukebox is always found in the corner where you have to insert
a coin to play a song. And the owner has successfully revived that vintage feeling, with walls decorated by classicretro signage, photos, advertisements, and movie posters of renowned actors including Sean Connery, Marilyn Monroe, Marlon Brando, and Cary Grant. Walking further in, the wall along the stairs is decorated with wallpaper of vintage newspaper and a mirror covering the opposite side of the wall creates a fun double effect. Memorabilia are stacked attractively on the second oor; an antique 1970 1980 dial style red house telephone, mini gumball machine, classic radio, antique toys. Robot Lilliput the rst robot toy in existence that was originally manufactured in the mid to late 30s, Spaceman from the Space Age era of the
past few years restaurants have emerged to jazz up the highway but only a few survived, while others went bankrupt within less than a year. One welcome and surprising new comer is the Cosmic Diner, a terric vintage American restaurant. The sign is easily visible as you drive north on Sunset Road from Simpang Siur Kuta toward Seminyak, strategically situated in the Sunset Star Arcade, with the name Cosmic Diner spelled out in cheerful red and blue signage on the
of American diner would it be without a steak? The restaurant offers basic steaks make from quality ingredients, such as the Premium Beef Steak 160 grams of Premium Australian Tenderloin served with roasted cherry tomatoes and Caf de Paris Butter. Its a great deal for the price cooked with the exactitude youd expect at an expensive steakhouse, but not necessarily at a place like this at these prices. Another main course from the breakfast list is the Strawberry Wafes two generous portions of wafes topped with fresh strawberries and whipped cream, drenched in icing sugar served with simple syrup. 1950s to 1960s, and few other tin retro robots with the clunky, boxy models of the past retain their nostalgic charm. The Cosmic Diner is a simple restaurant with attention to detail when it comes to the interior design, while the food sticks to the basic American concept featuring burgers, steak, pasta, salads, eggs, pancakes and wafes, bowl of cereal and cup of healthy yogurt. Essentially, it provides well-executed comfort food for a reasonable price. The restaurant is trying to stay with the breakfast-lunch project considering its location in the business complex, although there are no restricted rules for not enjoying your dinner here with a good melted cheese or beef burger. Waiters are brisk and efcient, with warm smiles and zero attitude. They encouraged me to sample The West Coast Burger, consisting of 140 grams of premium Australian Beef. The bun is golden and shiny, not too soft, the beef coarsely ground, juicy and tasty, and cooked to a perfect medium-rare. Crispy bacon, sliced tomato, caramelized onions, fresh lettuce, a slice of cheddar cheese, and fried egg and a smouldering mayonnaise pulls it together, served with fries and small portion of salad. There is Spaghetti Meatballs too, the classic American meal that was rst introduced by the Italian immigrants to New York City in the early 20th- century. The dish is served with homemade premium Australian Beef meatballs, stirred in yummy tomato sauce, Italian herbs and big sliced of Parmesan cheese. What kind Cosmic Diner Sunset Star Block C Corner of Sunset Road and Jalan Dewi Sri, Kuta (0361) 894-7389 www.cosmicdinerbali.com
Dessert could be a shake like The New Yorker caramel and chocolate milkshake served in a big boot shaped glass. Or else you can opt for some typical American sweet such as a Classic Sundae, Banana Split, Affogato, or Gelato. If you are on a strict diet, staying with a coffee, espresso, tea, or lemonade could be a good option. Overall, the place is so warm and welcoming, fun and nostalgic that I immediately declared it as one of my favorite restaurants ever. Text and Photos by Ari Mustikawati
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Mall in Kuta. We at Bali & Beyond have already predicted that this place is going to be huge, and before anyone else hits it we luckily had a chance to have a chat with its mastermind, Chef Victor Taborda.
apeo Gastrobar is a newly opened eatery, part of the MRA Group F&B Division, strategically located at the new Beachwalk
Okay, Im Argentinean but I have studied and worked in Spain for 10 years. My rst two years of practice was in the restaurant of Martin Berasategui (3 star Michelin restaurant in Lasarte-San Sebastian, Spain). Then I did a year of internship in Seville to San Lucar la Mayor, Spain at the Hotel de Ferran Adria (2 Michelin stars). After that I was four years in the restaurant Tragabuches as the second chef, where we got our rst Michelin star in the period that we opened the rst gastro style tapas bar. Then I started with the Ritz-Carlton and Martin Beratasegui in Marbella at the
luxurious Villa Padierna, in which I was rious Vi a Padiern n w ch w wh head chef of the restaurant La Veranda. uran a V nda Ve And today Im here! m he e!
When did you start cooking rt coo and decide that you wanted to ou wa be a chef?
I already had interest in gastronomy since Im little because my dad had a restaurant, but the idea of becoming a chef came was when I was 18 and I decided to travel to Spain for a cooking course.
So tell me about you. Where have you been before you nally came to Tapeo?
Whats your signature dish?

Actually I have nothing in particular. I love working with sh and seafood. I like pastas and salad! This is a little bit unusual for an Argentinean who is usually meat-person.
CHEF VICTOR TABORDA FROM TAPEO GASTROBAR
From all your experiences, what do you bring to Tapeo?

My adventurous soul brought me here, especially my passion for cooking and new experiences waiting. I like this idea and concept of a new way of eating that highlights much interaction with the customer.
What does Tapeo offer and what makes it different from the others?
The difference is that it is a new concept. The food itself has become common and eaten anywhere in the world, not only particularly Spanish cuisine. It brings new ideas and experience, not only the food but its the art of enjoying the food, socializing with friends and groups. Our idea is to cook this with local ingredients that will make something unique for your taste buds. In this gastrobar you can eat tapas, have dinner or lunch at any time casually without having to be so formal like in a fancy restaurant, where tapas is usually served. Text and Photo by Devishanty Tapeo Gastrobar 2nd Floor C, beachwalk, Jalan Pantai Kuta
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REST&RELAXATION
MAHAGIRI VILLAS:
The Villa
It took me a while to nd this villa. I drove from my place in Seminyak to Sanur, relying on my Google Maps to nd Jalan Pungutan. On the Jalan Ngurah Rai By Pass after reaching the Sanur area I should have found a u-turn, but I missed it and found myself already in Padang Galak. So I turned around and went back, driving carefully trying to nd Jalan Pungutan. I pulled over to ask some local people, but the rst two didnt have a clue where it was, had to nd the next u-turn and go back once again. It turned out that Jalan Pungutan is just a small road. No wonder I didnt nd it, because before I thought it was a large street at an intersection. At rst I was skeptical as I entered the small road that looked like it was going to a local village. Previously I checked their website and the villa looked very luxurious in the photos. Finally I arrived, and from the front yard to the front desk it hadnt reected the word luxury yet, and not until I was nally
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A HIDDEN GEM IN SANUR

Mahagiri Villas in Sanur is a hidden gem that is perfect place for those who seek a tranquil place to stay, but not too far from the center of town.
and nally the third person knew and told me I had missed it. I then
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escorted down past the beautifully manicured garden and arrived in my villa I could nally say heaven! I stayed in a one-bedroom villa and it was very spacious. The main bedroom is spacious enough with a sofa overlooking a little indoor garden, a closet/dressing room and bathroom. And then on the outside you have an outdoor shower, private pool, dining table and two lounge beds. In the two-bedroom villas and larger, theyre also equipped with kitchen appliances (coffee maker, toaster, microwave, water dispenser, refrigerator). Open air but surrounded by high walls, you will still have your privacy swimming in the pool and taking your shower outside. Set quietly in the rear cluster of the Mahagiri Villas, the onebedroom villas come with simplicity and splendor. The atmosphere captured within this superb villa is serene and warm sensibility. It is truly suitable for a young romantic couple, honeymooners, or a family with single child, accentuating easiness. There are 8 one-bedroom villas here. For you who go on
holiday with family or a group of friends, I suggest taking a twobedroom villa (6 units), a three-bedroom villa (4 units) or even the four-bedroom villa (1 unit). With discrete and exquisite architecture, it amazingly blends the inspiration of a Balinese compound and modern comfort. To bring inner serenity, it is embellished with minimalist tropical garden accents capable of presenting greenery and coolness. Meanwhile, inside it offers a stylish and luxurious interior for holidaymakers. Mahagiri Villas signify a complex of luxury villas sitting in the tourism oasis of Sanur. Within this silent locality, it re-creates the uniqueness of a Balinese community and adheres to local design ethics, but stylish enough to anticipate the needs of travelers. Near Sanur Beach, the Mahagiri Villas brings a fabulous array of amenities where guests can expect an exceptionally indulgent and relaxing experience. The gorgeous and luxurious Mahagiri Villas units are presented to endow with serene living yielded by a well-balanced fusion
of Balinese beauty and Western luxury. These opulent Bali villas feature stylish interiors with dcor inspired by natural and contemporary panache. Meanwhile, unwinding in a corner gazebo or lazing in an inviting pool of water is only one of the ways to explore their comfort. Outside, along the walkway connecting the villa compounds among the shady trails, you will experience the atmosphere like that of a pristine Balinese village. Probably no other villas in Sanur offer these advantages. In essence, the ambience makes Mahagiri your perfect sanctuary in Bali.
Facilities
Let your imagination soar with desired treatments, as well as rebalance and de-stress your body and mind after passing through the hustles and bustles in your holiday. Give yourself a marvelous spa grooming session and relax as bliss is bestowed within the privacy of Mahagiri Villas. With their luxurious approach to massage, natural herbal immersions, reexology and other soothing treatments, their in-villa spa services can ensure that you are completely cared for. So within the embrace of the tranquil environs of Sanur and pampered by well-trained staff, you will be transported to a piece of heavenly bliss. Every single spa experience has been designed to optimize health and sensory wellness. So why not take advantage of this opportunity before returning home? As you wish, treatment can be booked for individuals or couples. There are 3 treatment rooms each set for couples, but its all right if you want to go alone. Located right next to the spa is a gym for those of you who dont want to miss your work out even during your holiday.
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This villa is situated idyllically within easy reach of the legendary white sand beaches of Sanur, which is also famous for its sunrise. You dont want to miss it. You can go there on foot or rent a bike, or even just ask the hotels driver to take you there. They dont mind even if its early in the morning to catch the sunrise. For dining, you can either gather with other guests in the restaurant or have your meal delivered to your villa, as there is 24-hour service. Moreover, an in-villa barbeque dinner can be villa and socialize with other guests and the staff, the Mahagiri arranges a monthly event featuring Balinese dances or other Balinese traditional cultural events. Even if you stay here for a long time and feel bored, you can nd a lot of warungs, restaurants and bars nearby. The friendliness of the people and consistency in preserving their tradition and culture has made Sanur village a preferred tourist destination. Most guests admit to feeling at home, and it
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arranged upon request. For enticing guests to come out from their
encourages them to stay longer or come back repeatedly. Living life in Sanur is just like delighting in a heaven on earth because every day people worship God in the Balinese Hindu tradition. Undeniably, it is believed to have brought a peaceful aura to the environment. Various dances are also presented during temple anniversaries, while regular cultural shows can be seen at local stages. If interested, you can experience and join a dance or yoga class at a studio nearby. Therefore, Sanur is not only a tourist destination, an oasis of Balinese art and culture, but also a perfect spiritual and wellbeing sanctuary. With the availability of international standard facilities such as health clinics, a golf course, an international school, nightlife, reliable data and voice communication and so forth, Sanur will be appropriate for your homey haven. Text by Devishanty Mahagiri Villas Jl. Pungutan no. 31 Sanur (0361) 283-939 www.mahagirivillassanur.com
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PONDERINGPOINT
Like moths to a ame and a sailor to a siren, the majority of tourists that descend on Bali tend to get washed up on the south peninsula, pitch up their tents and stay put.
BALI BEYOND KUTA

K, so there are reasons aplenty the pulsating nightlife, the plethora of restaurants that cater to every taste, the innumerable shops and boutiques, and the vibrant beach scene. But it is busy, maybe too busy, and has perhaps reached a
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your own private beach, and Balian Beach in the west, a surfers delight but also a picture-perfect collection of cute, affordable, and luxurious huts right on the beach. Or you could go inland, up in the mountains and try living in a postcard for a few days, perhaps in Toya Bungkah on the edge of the lake and the crater of Mount Batur the scenery and spectacular countryside is truly awesome. Or spend a few days in one of any number of secluded and often-luxurious hotels tucked away in little corners of the mountains, which tend to offer peace, quiet, and panoramic views. Tulamben, Candi Dasa, Padang Bai - they all offer different and unique underwater experiences as well having their own distinct character on land. Its all out there, waiting to be seen and felt and devoured. So many places with unlimited potential. And dont worry if you think youll be on your own, you wont be hardy travellers, divers,
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If the tourists cared (or indeed dared) to step out of their
comfort zones, they would nd there is more out there. So much more. Theres an Aladdins Cave of barely-hidden treasures, a world of natural beauty and diversity that needs to be explored. If you want relaxation, theres any number of beautiful beaches with their own little communities - from Lovina in the north, where the pace is slow and the tourists still mix with the locals like in the old days, and Pemuteran with its light blond sand, great diving, and a calming stillness, to Balangan Beach in the south, a stretch of restaurants and humble accommodations and what is in effect
And if you want diving, take your pick Lembongan, Amed,
eclectic tourists, discerning residents, honeymooning couples, like-minded souls, theyre all there, not in droves but in sufcient numbers. And best of all, when you get there, you feel like youre in on a little secret that the rest of the tourist hordes know nothing about. Meanwhile, everyones back in Kuta. What can be done about this? Well, knowledge is power, information is the key, and marketings the tool. If Bali wants more tourists, then show them where to go. More advertising by the tourist board, and the more creative the better push it, put it out there; make the tourists feel like theyre missing out. Perhaps another reason for this disparity is due to the roads maybe better roads and better access to some of these places, especially since the airport is all the way down south rather than in the middle of the island, would see a change. The distances are not that great, they just seem that way when youre stuck behind Miss Daisy on a one lane road whilst youre shaken up and down from the potholes. Spend some money, improve the roads, and make it a smoother ride to paradise. But its also a chicken n egg thing, a Catch 22. If there arent enough guesthouses, bars or restaurants, most people dont want to know. Investment in the more obscure places needs to be encouraged for these places to prosper. But again, advertising is the key. Investment is useless on its own - if restaurants and bars get built but no one promotes the fact, no one will go there (this is what has happened in Amed and Candi Dasa amongst others). However, even if these places stay the same and never attract bigger numbers of people (and this would be my preference), go anyway. Why be part of the crowd? Theres a world of magic out there, the same magic that enticed and entranced the rst travellers to hit these shores many years ago. Thats how Bali became famous. But the landscape has changed, as it was always bound to do. Kuta and Seminyak are ne, great for a western-style holiday. Plenty of sun, beach relaxation, nice dining, and a few cocktails in the evening, before dancing the night away til the early hours. But you can do that anywhere. Bali has more than that. Theres a richness of variety here thats unique, and its itching and needs to be scratched. And someone, somehow, needs to tell the incoming tourist masses. Text by Daniel Leemon
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FOTOFOLIO
Pack up your bag! Grab your board, ride your bike, ride the waves or whatever works out for you. Cause today is a good day to flex those muscles and have fun under the sun. For some inspiration, this months FotoFolio features several DC Shoes, Quiksilver and Roxy athletes in action.
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Bug Fardel Photo by Steinhard
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One of The Contestants Photo by Steinhard

Andre Photo by Febrie
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Gemala Photo by Tim Hain

Dede Suryana Photo by Tim Hain
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ACTION&ATTRACTION
Bali may be popular for a great many things, but what has always been woven into its fabric and almost indistinguishable as a separate entity from everyday life is art. Vibrant, exotic, ubiquitous art.
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verywhere you go you are surrounded by it, be it the decorative carvings, the textile paintings and stone sculptures you are incessantly offered on the beach, or the omnipresent bamboo leaf religious offerings. And the countless galleries that seem to line each street.
Whilst the various high street establishments have lots of
worthwhile paintings on display, if you delve a little deeper and get slightly off the beaten track, you can nd something more individualistic, more unique. The Kendra Gallery is the result of an idea hatched by Bruno Wauters to create a place that morphs art with a caf and work, an all-encompassing experience rather than just something to do. This is somewhere where you can go in the morning, sip a cappuccino and have some breakfast, reect on the tranquil setting and gather your thoughts, then go inside and leisurely peruse the exhibits on display. Flick through some of the books on offer, or alternatively have a business meeting in the library, a relaxing space with elegant seating and surrounded by books and exhibits. Tranquil and serene, the perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle of the frenetic streets of Seminyak, this is a secret little oasis
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- an open-air courtyard, a beautifully manicured lawn, a moatlike pond with water lilies and golden Koi sh, neat and precise clusters of young bamboo trees as well as Palm and Frangipani trees dotted around, and the bougainvillea owers draped all over the walls. The trickling water cascading down the stone feature into the pond pacies the mood, and quite simply encourages you to savor the ambience. Upon entering the courtyard you are greeted by the sculpture of a man standing on his head, and then the wonderful sight of a shoal of metal sh on sticks occupying the center of the green. Look around and youll see another sculpture, a cute bronze couple
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to a child while praising him, and to wish him a better future, this captivating exhibition was comprised of three separate but intertwined elements; Iwan with his carvings, paintings and wooden surrealistic puppets, Ria (his wife) and her collection of glass-covered used wooden boxes containing different objects that she labels dioramachronicles, and then the both of them together as the Papermoon Puppet Theatre and its inimitable performances. Talking to Iwan, an amiable and affable guy, its immediately obvious that the inspiration behind this exhibition is history, or rather the lack of knowledge that his generation have of their own history. He laments the fact that it is not taught or written down in school books, and he sees art as communication, a medium, a language, if you learn how to draw you can then talk. He believes that, as in most societies, its the old people that have to teach the young, and in Indonesia this has traditionally been done through various mediums of art. I wanted to give a surrealistic history lesson for the kids, because people without knowledge are like charcoal. Charcoal is a recurring theme, or rather the fragility of charcoal, and its not as strange a comparison as it sounds at rst. He
sitting on a pair of small bench-seats. Elegant, cute, welcoming. The gallery itself, recently refurbished for a re-launch of sorts, is a double maisonette, open-planned and sunlit with a warm feeling, like being in a friendly artists lounge, chic but not daunting. One thing that a re-launch requires though is a unique exhibition, and a little while ago they did just that. Iwan Effendi and the Papermoon Puppet Theatre is an allencompassing artistic endeavor that is both thought provoking and child-like in its simplicity. And its this simplicity that is the point. Entitled Ngudang, which roughly translates as to speak
Left : The Warrior Princess. Right : Like Father Like Son. Bottom : No Money No Hope 2. All paintings by Iwan Effendi.
mentions todays radicals in Java who are brainwashing kids with more or less the same rhetoric as 40 years ago, and how easy it is to use, and indeed use up a generation in this way when they have no historical perspective. Charcoal is something you can use once and then it disappears this is what happens when you have no understanding of the past. Like the present day youth. If we dont have knowledge then we cant grow as people. Hence his obsession with the stuff. Its the pervasive material of his paintings and carvings - even when he uses healthy wood he burns it to give it a charcoal effect, before carving into it and painting simple colorful faces and other child-like things like bubbles and sky excerpts. These carvings and paintings are, in one case, beautifully combined and intertwined with a painted wall to create a piece that is so much more than the sum of its parts. Rias work is similar to this but more detailed and thematic. Glass-covered wooden boxes containing papier-mache, paper clay and other objects made into dolls tell a story, designed to be
microcosms of the hopes and dreams of ordinary people. These boxes and dolls are tiny, making it necessary for the viewer to peer real close, which then allows you to see the little details which bring them to life. Exquisitely fascinating. Then we move on to the puppets. Aside from the entrancing performance on the opening night (which can be viewed on video in the gallery), these puppets have been used to stunning effect for the piece that dominated this exhibition; a giant whale-shaped bamboo structure suspended in mid-air and resembling a balloon (of hope for the future generations), lled and powered by an old couple manning a wind turbine, and clinging to it, pages from old historical manuscripts, owers and smaller puppets. Awesome in its simplicity. You can still see some of Iwans exhibits at the Kendra, but theres now a lot more besides. The gallerys own collection is also on display and offers even more variety theres the twin work of Agus Suwages painting of blackbirds on a shovel, coupled with Budi Adi Nugrohos sculpted interpretation that sits alongside it, the brilliantly striking sculpture of a life-size bronze man hanging off a gold-plated weight scale by Budi Kustarto, the somber paintings of Filippo Sciascia and a taste of the modern with Arie Dyanto
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amongst many others, and also a painting by Ketut Teja Astawa, the Balinese artist who mixes contemporary with traditional and is lined up next year for an individual exhibition. Text by Daniel Leemon Kendra Gallery Jl. Drupadi 88B Basangkasa, Seminyak. (0361) 736-628 www.kendragallery.com
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BEYONDBALI
Journey to BOTI
The rugged green uplands of Timor are chock-full of traditional villages, but Boti stands out as something special. This is a community still ruled over by its own self-styled king, a place that over the generations has kept colonialists and Christian missionaries at bay, still preferring its own age-old adat customs to the modern Indonesian nation state.
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he sound of the motorbikes engine faded and I was alone at the end of the rutted red track. Quiet returned in the form of
town of Soe, 110 kilometers east of Kupang, setting out early in the morning in a brightly colored public minibus. The passengers were old men dressed in sarongs of hand-woven ikat cloth. As we wound along a tortuous forest road they had asked where I was going. Boti, I told them, and they nodded ah yes, Boti, of course! and when a heart-stopping view opened from a high ridge, the man sitting beside me pointed
towards a scattering of rooftops on a distant green slope. Boti, he said; there it is The minibus dropped me at the roadside and a young man on a motorbike took me along a rough track through the trees until we reached the stony riverbed, the point beyond which vehicles could not travel. I would have to complete the last part of my journey on foot, and as I was heading for a village famous for having
a gentle tapestry of birdsong and the busy whisper of the river, running through its eld of bleached stones. Green hills rose I had spent the night in the little upland
The emblem of Botis royal clan is three carved birds, symbolizing the birds that the Botinese believe were their own ancestors.
A lopo, the traditional thatched building used for storage and as a meeting place.
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Clockwise photos : A village house in Boti; Fine hand-woven ikat cloth is not just a tourist souvenir but a part of daily life in Boti; Heirloom gongs used during traditional ceremonies in Boti; Carrying corncobs from the elds.
guarded its traditions more closely than any other community in West Timor, that seemed like the best way to go. I shouldered my backpack, picked my way to the edge of the rushing water, then slipped off my shoes and waded to the far shore Across the riverbed the track reappeared, rising into the forest. Houses with neat gardens and thatched, domeroofed outbuildings appeared beneath the trees. Chickens and bristly black pigs wandered ahead of me along the track. A small boy politely led me to the threshold of what looked like a beautiful half-wild garden the inner compound of Boti where I was to be the guest of the villages royal family.
At the end of a stone paved path stood the kings house, a neat little chalet with a tin roof. Sitting on the wooden veranda were a gaggle of women in ikat skirts. They welcomed me as if they had been expecting me, and in a few minutes a glass of sweet tea and a plate of fried bananas had been placed in front of me. The women, grouped around Mama Tua, the Queen of Boti, talked softly, the beads of their heavy jewelry clicking together as they moved their hands. Guidebooks make much of the fact that very little Indonesian is spoken in Boti. However, village children now attend government schools and while most older people know nothing of the national lingua franca, many villagers including Mama Tua
do speak Indonesian slowly, carefully and precisely, handling the language like the foreign object that it is. Around twenty people live in the inner compound of Boti, while another 70 households beyond its wickerwork fence also closely follow the original adat customs of the village. They are mixed in amongst families who have adopted Indonesian identity and the Protestant religion, but according to Mama Tua a total of 315 souls still follow Botis original ancestor-worshipping faith. After a welcome meal of rice, fresh greens and chickpeas I was very hungry after my uphill walk I wandered along the muddy yellow track above the village. Across the green ridges evening was
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falling, pale clouds clinging to the hillsides like smoke, and as I made my way back to Boti in the dusk a cool rain began to fall. The village has received a steady trickle of foreign visitors since the previous king, the father of the current ruler, cannily decided that welcoming low-key tourism would not only provide cash income it would also help to preserve the traditions of his little realm. There is one foreign phenomenon that Boti has welcomed, shrewdly, successfully, and entirely on its own terms and that is tourism. Wellbehaved, culturally respectful visitors, prepared to brave the rough roads to Botis ridge-top fastness, will receive a warm welcome. The guestbook reveals a couple of
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hundred separate visits in 2009, and in the green forest garden of the royal compound a simple guesthouse four rooms with wooden beds and ikat blankets has been built. For a donation you can stay the night, and that was what I decided to do, falling asleep to a chorus of frog-song and insect noise, far beyond the reach of roads and electricity. I met the king, who had been absent the previous day, in the coolness of the following morning. Nama Benu, known as Bapa Tua, only took over the role a few years ago after the death of his father, but he is keeping Botis traditions strong. With a gentle, handsome face and his long, frizzy hair tied back in a ponytail Botinese men must wear their hair uncut after marriage he spoke just enough Indonesian to welcome me to the village, but no more. The royal audience over, I wandered through the village. The traditional houses of this part of Timor are roofed with thick thatch, reaching to the ground and pierced
by a low doorway. They are known as ume kbubu, which simply means round house, and are usually used as kitchens. The morning cooking smoke was leaching out through the wet thatch as I walked. There are other traditional buildings in Boti. Lopo are cones of thatch raised over stone platforms used as a meeting place and for storage. The top of the royal lopo in Boti is marked by a carving of three birds. Pah, one of the young men of the village, told me that the Botinese believe that they are descended from people who came from the nearby Lunu mountain and also from the birds. Because of this avian ancestry the hunting of small birds is forbidden in Boti, and the branches are full of song. When they are being hunted in other villages the birds y here to be safe, Pah said. Boti is famous for its ikat, the loomwoven cloth iconic of East Nusa Tenggara. But unlike in other villages where the hard-sell can mar the visits of inquisitive
outsiders, the people of Boti handle the business of selling their work perfectly. When a visitor arrives the community showroom a traditional thatched building is simply left standing discreetly open for anyone who wants to buy one of the beautiful pieces at a very reasonable xed price. With a couple of small lengths of ikat packed in my own bag it was time for me to make my departure from Boti. It was such a beautifully, dreamily peaceful place that I was reluctant to return to Indonesia and the modern world. Pah walked with me to the threshold, pointing out the lower village where many people now follow Christianity. But not us, he said; we follow only what came from before, what has descended. Under the rule of Bapa Tua, and with the benets of tourism to show the value of traditional culture, it seems likely that the next generation of Botinese will continue to do so. Text and Photos by Tim Hannigan
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A Hip Dining Place in Senayan

Welcome to the one of Jakartas most popular destinations for all-day dining, and the buzzing evening drink scene.
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choice. Union is a place that is quite hip these days for Jakarta people. For those who like to hang out, have a smoke, a wh coffee, or a cocktail and just chat until co dinner time, its a great place to be. The din ambience of the place is great, although it am can be a little bit crowded. ca As you enter, you can immediately feel the busy-vibe. Since its opening in July of 2011, Union is one of the most happening 20 bar and restaurant combinations in ba Jakarta. Visitors often have to queue or Ja make an advanced reservation if they want ma to eat and hang out there. The crowd is not only made up of youngsters, but also no the mature up-scale set as well. Even when the place is full to capacity, people wh are still willing to wait for seating. Curious why Union is the kind of place that no one wh
or those looking for a decent place that is a combination of a bar, lounge and dining establishment in Jakarta, maybe Union can be a
wants to miss hanging out at? Keep reading. This brasserie, bakery and bar is located strategically in Plaza Senayan, and enjoys a prime location on the ground level with an expansive frontage onto the open external courtyard. The best thing about it is actually its location, with a view of the Plaza Senayan courtyard and lots of natural light coming in from the big windows during the day. As the sun sets, Union opens up their windows to reveal the pleasant view of a small park sandwiched between the tall Senayan ofce buildings, with a dancing water fountain in the middle. As for the interior, the combination of dark wood paneling and furniture, white tiles, some red sofa chairs and vintage pictures hanging on the wall, makes for an elegant retro look. In fact, the interior design draws on the style of the classic early 20th century New York brasseries. The oor space is divided into three sections: the main brasserie dining area,
the bakery counter (which has its own dedicated space and direct entrance from the mall interior), and the bar with adjacent walk-in wine cellar and a station for the DJ turntable. As you reach the bar and seat yourself on a bar stool, you will see the mixologists intensely whipping, shaking, rubbing and stirring all sorts of colorful liquids. This bar is where all the drinks are produced, with some 40 unique cocktail choices from classic cocktails to cocktails with an added twist. Union divides them into three categories. First are the Twisted Classics such as Mango Jalapeno Margarita and Green Tea Whiskey Sour. Second are Signature Cocktails such as Sakura Spring and Trufe Popcorn Martini. Third are the Creamy Cocktails such as Raspberry Cheesecake and Chocolate Buddha. At this point, its clear to see that Union kinda gives an impressive offering of classic cocktails that have been updated with innovative ingredients and techniques.
Take for example the Ogura Cocktail, with muddled red beans, Russian vodka and hazelnut beer, that gets inspiration from a touch of Japanese. This sweet, foamy cocktail with a creamy nish will surely be a favorite choice for the ladies. Or the Aged Negroni, another cocktail with a sense of Africa and presented with a mini wooden container as a unique jar. Besides the bar theres also the wine cellar, which is another point of interest at Union. All the wines are carefully selected to showcase a large variety from all over the world, such as Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir from New Zealand, Cabernet from California, Malbec from Argentina, and many Australian wines. Union is also proud to offer one of the citys largest selections of champagne. Moving on to the food, Union serves a menu of classic bistro European and Asian style dishes with contemporary interpretations and preparations under the direction of Head Chef Adhika Maxi and Head Pastry Chef Karen Carlotta.
For starters, if you are in the mood for a salad, try the Romaine Caesar Salad, which consists of romaine lettuce, chicken, half boiled egg, potato chips and bacon bits with a light mayonnaise dressing. Continuing on to the main course, maybe you will want to choose from the Roast Baby Chicken, Union Burger, Blackened Tasmanian Salmon Belly or Roasted Bone Marrow, which have become the favorites at Union. The Asian dishes include local favorites such as Oxtail Soup, Fried Rice, Bakmie Ayam with Foie Gras, and Nasi Campur. Meanwhile, the bakery section offers selections of daily baked breads and pastries, either for eating at the brasserie tables or as take home items. The Red Velvet Cake from Union is a favorite and famous around Jakarta. The cake is moist, has the right level of sweetness, and yummy with the caramelized nuts adding an earthy avor and crunch. The size of this 4-layer cake is quite big, and thats why its meant to be shared. The
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Meanwhile, the bakery section offers selections of daily baked breads and pastries, either for eating at the brasserie tables or as take home items. The Red Velvet Cake from Union is a favorite and famous around Jakarta.
Macaroon is good too, with nice and crunchy texture. The other cakes are also superb, such as the Carrot Cake, Crunchy Chocolate Cake, Banana Cake, and Peanut Butter and Jelly Cake. The food is good, even though maybe quite pricey, but you will appreciate the menu and especially worship the dessert. Because the place is very busy and queues for tables are common most nights, the service might be a bit lacking especially during the more crowded afternoon and evening hours. But still, people will gladly go back to Union for afternoon tea and the Red Velvet Cake, because its a cozy place to catch up with friends and its the place to see and be seen. Text by Dewi Irma Union Brasserie, Bakery & Bar Plaza Senayan Courtyard, Ground Floor Jl. Asia Afrika No. 8 Jakarta (021) 579-05862 www.unionjkt.com
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THE LEGACY
Royal Ambarrukmo Yogyakarta is the newest member of the Santika Indonesia Hotels & Resorts. The recently reopened hotel was once the grandest hotel, with its roots stretching back to the 19th century. King Hamengkubuwono VI rst built the Royal Palace Residence between 1857 and 1859, where it functioned as a meeting venue for the GovernorGeneral of the Dutch East Indies as well as a resort for the royal family. Now the Royal Palace looks stunning after the restoration project that was completed in September of 2011. After being closed for almost 7 years, The Royal Ambarrukmo Yogyakarta has reopened with a 5 star rating and 247 rooms. It contains Deluxe Rooms, Ambarrukmo Club, Ambarrukmo Premier and Ambarrukmo Suite. All rooms have a balcony, Merapi view and city view and modern facilities such as 32 LCD TVs, safety deposit boxes, coffee/tea makers and internet access. Royal Ambarrukmo Yogyakarta Jl. Laksda Adisucipto 81, Gejayan Yogyakarta (027) 448-8488; www.royalambarrukmo.com
MANGO TANGO
Sukhothai Restaurant at The Media Hotel & Towers Jakarta is currently offering a special promotion called Thai Mango Delight, delectable-authentic-creative Thai cuisine consisting of 7 courses of all-brand-new Thai menu items made from ripe mango. Guests may sample Fried Chicken Spring Roll with Mango Chutney and Yam Mamuang (or Mango Salad) as a starter, then continue with the famous Tom Yum Soup. For main courses, try all four inventive mango-based selections: Grilled Crab mixed with Ripe Mango and Vermicelli Noodle in Claypot, Stir Fried Green Mussel mixed with Sweet & Sour Ripe Mango, Baked Chicken in Red Mango Curry, and Grilled Prawn with Mango Sauce. For the dessert have the Aisa Krim Mamuang Kao Tord or Fried Ripe Mango Ice Cream. The Media Hotel & Towers Jl. Gunung Sahari Raya No 3, Jakarta (021) 626-3001; www.themediahotel.com
NEW IN PALU
Hotel Santika Palu just had its Grand Opening on September 16. The inauguration ceremony was attended by Central Sulawesi Governor Drs. H. Longki Djanggola M.Si and Palu Mayor H. Rusdi Mastura. The Hotel Santika Palu has 144 minimalist modern designed superior rooms, superior pool access rooms, deluxe rooms, junior suites, family suites, and penthouse suites. Each room is equipped with a safe deposit box, tea / coffee maker, LCD TV and internet access using Wi-Fi. In addition, the Hotel Santika Paku has a Spinel lobby lounge, a Topas Cafe located in the lobby area, the Rubbi Ballroom for up to 400 people, and 3 meeting rooms with a capacity of 20 - 40 people as well as other facilities such as a tness center and an indoor pool for adults and children. Hotel Santika Palu Jl. Moh. Hatta No. 18 Palu, Central Sulawesi (0451) 424-888; www.santika.com
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MATARAMS NEW GEM

Hotel Santika Mataram was inaugurated on October 1 with the Governor of West Nusa Tenggara, Dr. Majdi TGH.M.Zainul Beleq, hitting Lomboks traditional musical instruments, the Gendang Beleq. The Hotel Santika Mataram has 123 minimalist modern design rooms and includes the Kafe Bayan, meeting rooms with capacity for 20 people and 250 people as well as other facilities such as a tness center and indoor swimming pool. The Hotel Santika Mataram is a business hotel with a resort atmosphere located in center of the town. It is also only 30 minutes away by car from the famous Senggigi Beach. Hotel Santika Mataram, Jl. Pejanggik No. 32, Selaparang, Mataram, Lombok; (0370) 617-8888; www.santika.com
FLOWER CITYS FAVE

With the opening of the favehotel Braga Bandung, Aston International brings a trendy, ultra modern and hip select service hotel to the historic heart of Bandung. The favehotel Braga Bandung sits in a supreme location in the heart of Bandungs historic center on Jalan Braga, surrounded by an abundance of nearby night clubs, chic cafes, boutiques and restaurants and is connected to the Braga City Walk Mall and the Aston Braga Hotel & Residence, bringing a wide range of shopping, entertaining and recreational facilities to the hotels front door. It features 150 modern and functional rooms and a range of facilities and services. favehotel Braga, Jl. Braga no.99-101, Bandung (022) 844-68222; www.favehotels.com
SMART STYLISH YOGYAKARTA

PT. Gajah Mas Perkasa in cooperation with PHM Hospitality just held a ground breaking ceremony for THE 1O1 Hotel Mangkubumi Yogyakarta on September 28, for their rst 3 - Star Premium Hotel in Yogyakarta that will be located on Mangkubumi Road close to the legendary city center of Yogyakarta, Malioboro. THE 1O1 Hotel Mangkubumi Yogyakarta will be a 3-Star Premium hotel under THE 1O1 brand with its Smart Stylish Experience concept. The hotel will have 154 trendy rooms, a swimming pool, Alfresco Dine & Lounge, a Gym & Spa, and become their second hotel after the rst successful project, THE 1O1 Legian Bali that was opened in 2011. www.phm.co.id
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ITS GONNA BE A BLAST!

THE 1O1 LEGIAN has been chosen to host the opening party of the Sunblast Festival on November 29 in Kuta Beach, as the pre pool party with Sunblast DJs warm up the Sunblast Festival after the pool party is nished on the same day. Sunblast was launched in Tenerife on July 20 and set a new record as the biggest ever dance festival to hit the Las Palmas Islands, with over 16,000 attending to party with world famous Carl Cox and Afrojack as headliners plus 20 other international DJs. THE 1O1 LEGIAN is also the ofcial accommodation partner for DJs and also for ofcial ticket sales. Book your Sunblast accommodations through the ofcial website to easily get your accommodations, then stay and enjoy the Sunblast Festival with free entry for 2 persons. www.the101bali.com
THE FIESTA
The Nusa Dua Fiesta will be held for the 15th time in Nusa Dua this year from November 2-5. The highlight of this years event is the ofcial launching of the Kresna Arjuna Art Sculpture, standing 12 meters tall. There will be also the Indonesia Music Expo (IMEX), Bali Culinary Challenge, Science Film Festival, Underwater Photo Exhibition, Save Nusa Dua Coral Reef Workshop, Sustainable Seafood, Fun Bike Ride, Traditional Art Performance and much more. This year the theme is Green Tourism with the sub theme Segara Lelanguan (Environmental Conservation). (0361) 771-010; www.btdc.co.id
MELBOURNE CUP
The Canggu Club will be celebrating The Melbourne Cup for the 4th year running on November 6. This horse race is one of Australias most celebrated sporting events, celebrated all over Australia on the rst Tuesday of November every year and will be shown live on the big screen at the club while the crowd cheers on their favorites. The Canggu Club transforms into one big lawn party where many different forms of entertainment are provided such as music and fashion shows. For more details and to book tickets call: (0361) 844-6385 The Canggu Club Jalan Banjar Tegal Gundul Canggu www.cangguclub.com
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LETS PARTY!
District is a new concept of a one-stop entertainment complex, recently opened and can be your new alternative option on where to go to party. It is strategically located at the most prestigious hotel and shopping area in the heart of Kuta, in the Discovery Mall area. The club is open six days a week and the karaoke open seven days a week. www.districtbali.com
SANUR VILLAGE FESTIVAL

The Sanur Village Festival has just held its 7th successful yearly event from September 26 -30. The festival included several activities such as an International Kite Festival, beach clean ups and a coconut tree planting, a Salampah photo exhibition, dancing, Sanur Village Cycling, a cooking competition for chefs (culinary Bali Challenge), a Sanur Open Golf Tournament, coral plantation, the release of turtle hatchlings, competition racing boats, yoga, the Sanur Mayors Cup Fishing competition, various games and sports, a bazaar of food and products, performing arts and music, art, and various other competitions.
GRAND OPENING PARTY

Aston International celebrated the Grand Opening of the favehotel Seminyak on October 5 with a casual and fun party, the latest tunes delivered by some of Balis most talented DJs and traditional and modern dance performances including cocktail juggling and re dance demonstrations by the hotels bar keepers. www.seminyak.favehotels.com
MEET RICK PRICE HOLE IN ONE

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GolfLink Resorts Pecatu New Kuta Golf celebrated its 5th Anniversary on October 5 - 6 with three shotgun start rounds. There were 323 golfers participating in this two day event, and there were 14 hole-in-one prizes, 1 year at Aerowisata Sanur Beach Hotel, 3 Daihatsu Terios from Meritus, 1 Toyota Yaris from AUTO 2000 Denpasar, 2 Mitsubishi Pajero Sports from Hardrock Hotel, 2 Return Air Ticket to Perth and Seoul From Garuda Indonesia, 3 BNI (Bank Negara Indonesia) Saving Account Rp. 100,000,000,- and 2 Toyota Avanzas. www.newkutagolf.com
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GET YOUR PASSPORT READY!

Marlboro Lights Connections is an innovative program from Marlboro that has been held since last year. They brought two winners plus two friends to experience a world-class lifestyle in Berlin, Istanbul and New York for ten days. Seeing the enthusiasm of all the contestants, this year they held this contest again and doubled the winners to four, plus a friend for each winner. We had a chance to have a chat with last years winners, Yudi and Lala, who eagerly told us about their unforgettable once in a lifetime experience. www.marlboro.co.id
NEW COMER
Indowines has launched three new wine labels: Stonesh and Garsh from Western Australia and Lost Turtle from New Zealand. Held on September 24 at the Winehouse in Kerobokan, Peter Papanikitas and Gavin Kable of Stonesh Wines Pty Ltd conducted a formal tasting of the entire range of wines including Stonesh Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, Garsh Moscato, Pinot Grigio, Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon and Lost Turtle Sauvignon Blanc. www.indowines.net
MEET RICK PRICE WATER ADVENTURE

Biznet conducted a Media Gathering in Bali on September 29 as part of its appreciation to its media friends. They held a one-day rafting adventure, which allowed the media to have fun with the Biznet Bali staff. Our media friends in Bali have been supporting Biznet in growing our business on this beautiful island, and to thank all of them we invited them to have a one-day rafting holiday with us, which will surely build even more positive relationship in the future, said Adi Kusma, President Director of Biznet networks. www.biznetnetworks.com
VINOTICITY
Padma Resort Bali at Legian once again held its wine tasting event Vinoticity at Bella Rosa Italian Restaurant on October 2. This time they worked together with Best Wines and Vin + Jakarta featuring two prestigious wineries from Australia, Shaw & Smith and Darenberg. Everyone shared in the wine experience with Shaw & Smiths line of crisp Sauvignon Blanc, round Chardonnay and the subtle Shiraz by the top deck. www.padmaresortbali.com
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THE FUN CROWD

Finally, the eagerly awaited Recharge Night, A Hospitality Industrywas once again successfully held. This time it took place at the Envy Chill Out Restaurant & Bar in the Holiday Inn Resort Baruna Bali on October 19. Thanks to all of you who came to the party and thanks to all of the sponsors who made this party happen: Artisan, Heineken, Moments To Go, Scenia, CV Dineta Jaya, LV C&C Model Management, Freshly, PT. Sukanda Djaya, Sky Vodka. Hope to see you all again at the next Recharge Night!
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PRIVATE LUXURY RESIDENCES
Offering the relaxing tropical villas, mixing openplan architecture with an Indonesian touch, Danoya Villa are stylishly furnished with all the modern benets that are expected at luxury resort. This 2012, Danoya ofcially launched their new private villas of two bedroom, three bedroom Royal categories and Imperial ve 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.
jalan batubelig 559, kerobokan, bali 80361 indonesia tel: +62 361 4735305 | fax: +62 361 4733372 email: reservation@danoya.com | www.danoya.com
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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 nd 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 nd 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 elds, 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
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Jl. Jem
Maya Ubud Resort
Pusering Jagad Tample Keboedan Tample
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Monkey Forest
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Afchaeological Museum
PELIATAN
BEDULU
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Elephant Cave
KATIK LANTANG
Jl. Nyuh bulan
Rudana Museum To Denpasar
TEGES
To Denpasar
NYUH KUNING
PANGOSEKAN
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To Kemenuh
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To Gianyar
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: Sunset Road No. 89 Ruko Sunset Indah I Kav. 3 Tel: (0361) 821-6979, Fax: (0361) 7666-38 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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