Asia World Indonesia News Bulletin Magazine - December 2016

NEWS BULLETIN Asia World Indonesia

#ConnectingAsiaToTheWorld Issue #12 | December 2016

TRIBAL PEOPLE OF INDONESIA THE CIREBONESE

ILTM CANNES 2016 December 5 - 8, 2016

LOVELY DECEMBER 2016

QATAR AIRWAYS ADD TWO MORE ASIA PASIFIC DESTINATIONS

Cover Picture by The Seminyak Beach Resort & Spa

CONTENTS HOTEL Sthala Ubud Bali

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The Reef Thousand Island

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Courtyard Bali - Seminyak

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Puri Dajuma

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AWI INFO HR News

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Traditional Indonesian Recipe

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December Make it a

to

r e m e m b e r

CONTENTS TOUR OF THE MONTH Walking Inside Lava

SPECIAL NEWS ILTM Cannes 2016

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Lovely December 2016

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Tribal People of Indonesia -

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The Cirebonese Iraw Tengakayu

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Garuda Indonesia to start

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Mumbai-Jakarta in December 2016 Qatar Airways adds two more Asia Pacific destinations

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MESSAGE FROM

GE N E R AL M ANAGE R

Dear valued partners Welcome into the month of December as the

section to find out who is new or opening soon.

festive days are fast approaching. I would like to

In this edition we also include airlines news from

take up this opportunity to wish you and your families

Qatar Airways and Garuda Indonesia who open

a merry Christmas and a happy New Year.

new routes.

But before I can celebrate the festive days I will

And this month I would like to introduce you to

be attending the ILTM Cannes and I am looking

the Cirebonese people, an ethnic local tribe from

forward to meet some of you in person. Please come

Java. More details in this News Bulletin.

and see me at our stand E90.

In this month besides Christmas and New Year we also celebrate the Iraw Tengakayu in Tarakan, Kalimantan. More in this News Bulletin.

Also this month the Lovely December in Toraja, Sulawesi. More in this News Bulletin.

We are also showcasing new hotels in this News Bulletin edition and please check out our Hotels

And I am also continuing to introduce our Teams to you. This month I would like to introduce our MICE Manager Mr. Wahyu Listyo Adi to you.

And last but not least this months “Marcel’s favorite Indonesian recipe for you to cook at home”…….another Balinese must try…..the Balinese Green Bean Salad. Bon appetit.

I hope you enjoy reading our latest News Bulletin.

Kind regards,

Marcel Barmettler General Manager

CEO Renato Domini|renato@asiaworldindonesia.com General Manager Marcel Barmettler|marcel@asiaworldindonesia.com Business Development Manager Slava Dyugaev|slava@asiaworldindonesia.com Customer Service Manager Benjamin Pigneguy |benjamin@asiaworldindonesia.com Finance and Accounting Manager Linda Tjandra|linda@asiaworldindonesia.com MICE Manager Wahyu Listyo Adi|wahyu@asiaworldindonesia.com IT Manager Paulus Wirya Adhi S|wirya@asiaworldindonesia.com Logistics Manager I Gusti A.A. Sunu|sunu@asiaworldindonesia.com Market Manager India Nisha Shrivastva|nisha@asiaworldindonesia.com Market Manager France Geoffrey Berdal|geoffrey@asiaworldindonesia.com Manager Travel Design & Reservations Africa and Europe Didiet Prastiyandito|didiet@asiaworldindonesia.com Representative for Australia,New Zealand and Virtuoso Scott Cammell|scot@asiaworldindonesia.com Team Leader Americas, Australia & Virtuoso Welly Jayapranatha|welly@asiaworldindonesia.com Manager Travel Design & Reservations Asia / Middle East Ribut Dwi Santoso|ribut@asiaworldindonesia.com Manager Travel Design & Reservations France Rudi Sulistyawan| rudi@asiaworldindonesia.com The Americas Representative: Douglas Vogl|doug@asiaworldindonesia.com UK & Ireland Representative Gary Bartelings|gary@asiaworldindonesia.com

Questions & Feedback Phone: +62 361 722 188 Fax: +62 361 722 187 E-mail: info@asiaworldindonesia.com Address: Panorama Building 4th Floor, Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai 620, Denpasar, Bali, 80228 - Indonesia

STHALA UBUD BALI Sthala Ubud Bali, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel and managed

by Starwood International Hotels & Resorts, has recently opened its doors to guests.

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ocated just to the north of Denpasar in the cooler hills of Ubud, this new five-star hotel sits amidst lush green landscapes and the beautiful

scenery of the Wos River, framing this luxurious new property in Lodtunduh, Ubud. The hotel offers a serene and picturesque alternative to the hustle and bustle of Bali’s coastal beach areas.

The Sthala Ubud offers 143 luxuriously appointed rooms and suites, a restaurant and bar, two swimming pools, function hall, rooftop bar, lobby deli, gym, spa and fitness centre. All rooms and suites have been designed to blend the requirements of modern day life with the unique ambience and decor of Bali.

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Designed with guests in mind,

forest also conveniently close by.

The swirling warm waters of

the hotel provides natural peace

For business gatherings or

the hotel’s outdoor Jacuzzi will

and quiet, with an experience

private party purposes, a 200-

unwind both body and mind.

carefully constructed to soothe

seat multi-purpose hall caters to

Guests can indulge further at the

the soul. Guests don’t have to

the needs of guests with style.

hotel’s very own spa, where spa

wander far to find rustic villages

Each of the two swimming pools

oracles determine customized

and other cultural destinations

are structured to amaze, with

treatments tailored to guests’

particular to Bali, with marvelous

different scenery and ambience

tastes and requests.

views, refreshing air and lush

incorporated into their layout.

With so much on offer, the Sthala Ubud Bali promises to give guests a memorable stay in a stellar location, immersed in and inspired by the peace and tranquility of Bali.

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The Reef

Thousand Islands Water Villa by Mesa Hotel and Resorts to be opened in 2017.

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The Reef Villas, new water villas project from Mesa Hotels and Resorts, is located at the beautiful Thousand Islands of Indonesia. Upon arriving at this seemingly perfect island, subsequent vacations will likely pale in comparison. The island of Karang Beras exudes pure paradise, with luxury water villas with decks floating atop emerald water and beach suites surrounded by lush vegetation and wildlife.

Fringed with banana, mango trees and many more, The Reef’s remote location’ hidden on nearly the opposite side of the world from Java island North Coast’ translates to less crowds and more peace, seclusion and serenity. Customize your experience by choosing from 3 different levels of villas and private-unit 2 or 3 beach suites. One restaurant with 5-star cuisine ensures culinary delights, and the stunning Infinity Pool, the Thousand islands’ finest, promises you’ll stay relaxed.

The Reef will offer unlimited use of all island facilities and water sports equipment (Banana Boat rides and jetskis included). In addition, the resort will feature specialized spa treatments, private Yacht charters for tours of the island chain, and gourmet beach picnics for 2 or more.

For the discerning traveler seeking privacy, pampering in the ultimate luxury, The Reef is your answer. Open in 2017, The Reef promises to be one of the best kept secret in the Thousand islands.

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ILTM

CANNES

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2016

nternational Luxury Travel Market (ILTM) is a portfolio of global, regional and specialist luxury

travel events. ILTM brings everyone to a place where you will meet your media and your network, it’s where the world’s very best travel agents and advisors meet the world’s very best luxury travel experiences. A bespoke appointment programme lies at the heart of the event, allowing attendees to choose up to 52 appointments from a select community of elite travel buyers and suppliers.

ILTM Cannes 2016 will be held from December 5th-8th, 2016. It is operated by the world’s leading

Alongside the global flagship

travel & tourism events organizer,

event in Cannes, ILTM has three

Reed

which

core international events in the Asia

has over 35 years’ experience in

Pacific and Americas regions and

organizing

two specialist events; ILTM Japan

Travel

exhibitions.

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Exhibitions,

world-leading

travel

and ILTM Africa.

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Alila Villas Soori, Tabanan - Bali

HR NEWS

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sia World Indonesia proudly introduce you to our MICE Manager, Mr. Wahyu Listyo

Adi. With more than 10 years of experience specializing in MICE industries, he leads his department which

specializes

in

handling

Meetings, Incentives, Conference and Exhibitions. Wahyu is renowned for his ability handling big events, his latest was Solar Eclipse 2016 in

Indonesia,

and

exceed

the

expectations of the VIP clients such as Parliament, Presiden and corporate VIP’s.

Joined Asia World Indonesia on 2014, he is a professional in the field with driven passion to deliver the success of his events projects. In his free time, he loves traveling to new places all around the world.

Feel free to contact Wahyu at: Wahyu@asiaworldindonesia.com

Wahyu Listyo Adi MICE Manager

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GO ON TRIPS WITH SOMEONE YOU LOVE

L O V E L Y DECEMBER

TORAJA 2016

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he

Toraja’s

government the

annual

district will

held Lovely

participant. Every participant will

also

with

be

dance

entertained performance,

December Toraja 2016 on

band competitions, singing

26 December 2016. At this

competitions

festival they showcasing the

more.

and

many

local art and culture through

To participate, they have

competitions, races and show

opened an online registration

performances.

at www.torajanightrun.com

This year special is the “5K Night Run Party” which is a fun running activity targeting 5000 24

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TRIBAL PEOPLE OF INDONESIA THE

Cirebonese

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he existence of the Cirebonese ethnic group of people have always been associated with the presence

of Sundanese and Javanese people since long. However, its presence later led to the formation of its own culture, ranging from a variety of coastal batik that does not really follow the standards of

the

Javanese

palace

style

or

commonly known as interior batik, until the emergence of traditional Islamic patterns that came about in accordance with the construction of the Cirebon palace in the 15th century, which was fully based on Islam. The existence of the Cirebonese ethnic group that does not consider themselves as Sundanese or Javanese people was finally answered in the 2010 population census whereby a column that specifically mentions Cirebonese was made available. This meant that the existence of Cirebonese ethnic group has been recognized nationally as a separate tribe.

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The indicators (Cirebonese tribe) seen from the local language used by the Cirebonese is not the same as with the Javanese or Sundanese people. The Cirebonese community also has a distinguish identity that makes them feel as they are their own ethnicity. Other indicators that characterizes a person as a Cirebonese is the name, which is unlike of those Javanese and Sundanese people. However, there have been no further research that could explain the characteristics identity of the Cirebonese. In order to search for a person’s ethnicity, it can be done through the biological patrilineal lineage. In addition, if a person identifies him or herself with the area (Cirebon) in soul and in spirit, then he or she is entitled to feel as part of the tribe in question.

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by Swiss-Belhotel at

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as well as banking, private

Tamansari Puspa Spa and

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Gym, a modern and elegant

prestigious 4-star hotel

heritage buildings in central

rooftop pool, and refreshing

in Yogyakarta that provides

Yogyakarta.

hotel

artificial water fall at Segaran

high quality standards of

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service and facilities for both

comfortable rooms in four

a modern, unique style, with

business and leisure travelers.

different categories: Deluxe,

prestigious accommodation

Swiss-Belhotel

Yogyakarta

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and meeting facilities to

is only 15 minutes drive

and Executive Suite. All rooms

ensure a truly welcoming

to Malioboro dan Sultan

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memorable and that the

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hotel is completed with The

convenient business

exhibitions.

and

feeling leisure

For a dining experience, our hotel

offers

delightful

dining

options for both international and local dishes. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are available in buffet and a la carte at Swiss Cafe Restaurant.

Gendhis Bar a lobby lounge bar style is perfect for your leisure time while you enjoy the live instrumental pianist. Kahyangan Lounge is the perfect place to relax in a cozy ambience especially for Swiss-Belhotel members or those who overnight in a suite. Catch the sunset or overlook the city.

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ocated in the lively Seminyak, Courtyard

various mouthwatering dishes starting from

by Marriott Bali Seminyak Resort offers

classic eggs benedict to signature Ikan Bakar

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6. Pool Bar – relax and unwind with a cocktail

guests stay.

by our pool, be it at our sunken pool bar or

1. Hotel Exterior – Nesting in the bustling area,

pool

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offers a relaxing retreat amongst the busy street and is only a stone’s throw away from

7. What The Truck! - A fully modified VW Kombi

Seminyak endless dining, shopping, and

Van serving local fusion tacos from beef

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pool, our Deluxe Pool View Rooms offer

at our Kid’s Club, filled with games and fun

two twin bed or king bed size, modern

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IRAW TENGAKAYU a Traditional ceremony and competitions held by the people of Tidung in Tarakan, North Kalimantan

Kuta Beach - Lombok

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he festival is in the form of ritual offerings to the sea which include various races and competitions such as Sumpit competition, 10km

marathon and band competition. The festival is held every 2 years celebrating the anniversary of Tarakan city, North Kalimantan.

Iraw Tengkayu has two meanings of words drawn from language Tidung, Iraw which means celebration or party, while Tengkayu is a small island surrounded by the sea, representing the island of Tarakan. The essence of this festival is the parade of traditional rituals “Padaw Tuju Dulung” which is decorative boat parade around the city.

At the bottom of the boat mounted some blades of bamboo used by youths to transport Padaw Dulung Tuju.

The festival was nominated as “The Most Popular Cultural Attraction” by the Ministry of Tourism at the Anugerah Pesona Indonesia 2016 awards recently.

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pon your arrival you will receive a welcome drink and refreshment cold towel. Enjoy a unique

PURI DAJUMA BEACH - ECO

R e s o r t

&

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location, excellent service and a nice room with

spacious bathroom. Lots of guests come for surfing, fishing, diving, SUP, sailing and yoga. Surf the powerful waves of the Indian Ocean and enjoy pampering by the masseurs.

Sip a delicious cocktail while looking at the sunset from the terrace of your cottage, suite or villa. Book your room only or a package with surf, yoga & massage! Puri Dajuma Resort offers different types of accommodations to suit all

Puri

Dajuma

offers

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top

class

cottages, 2 suites and 13 villas built in Balinese style. A romantic restaurant, an overflowing pool and a SPA center. All accommodation and facilities enjoy a panoramic view of the ocean. Only 5 minutes from Medewi, an authentic and not too crowded surfing spot.

types of guests: singles, small families and larger groups.

We are located 70 km from Bali International Airport. A one-and-a-half-hour drive along a scenic road with a view of the ocean guaranteed to “take your breath way�.

The Puri Dajuma Resort is located at Pekutatan Cave on the beachfront with the most beautiful ocean view.

Situated close to the fishing village of Pekutatan. The Resort is surrounded by two sandy beaches, which are accessible directly from your cottage, suite or villa. If you like swimming in a safe and natural environment, you will be delighted by the softness and cleanliness of the sea.

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What are you doing to preserve the environment?

Participate in composting project and recycling program for hotel waste.

Donate used or unused products to charity.

Filtered water station for reusable water bottles Tank less water heaters.

Water system reviewed for leaks, Air conditioners serviced for optimum efficiency, Staff instructed on Green Practices, LED lighting inside and outside, Eco-friendly Furniture and use of low-VOC paint where possible.

Use of Green cleaning products by staff and recycled ingredients in products.

No chemicals on lawn and landscaping, Live plants in the facility, Cloth laundry bags At low tide, the cape is

expanding and improving the

Indonesia, Thailand, India and

accessible over a distance of

accommodations.

Europe, all made from fresh

200 meters and becomes a

addition are the Bendaga Villas.

ingredients,

real paradise for fishermen and

They respect Balinese tradition

palate. A selection of the best

children. The well-known Medewi

with a feel of exoticism. Bendega

tropical cocktails are awaiting you

waves break only a few hundred

means “Fishermen” in Balinese.

in a friendly atmosphere either at

meters away. Crowds up there

The 4 villas offer 3 bedrooms and

the bar adjoining the restaurant

are ok, due to th e distance from

3 bathrooms and 172 m2 living

or at the sunken bar of the main

Kuta. You will find the locals very

space each. They can be split

swimming-pool. There is no better

friendly in and out of the surf. It is

into duplex and 1 bedroom villas.

place for savoring fresh fruit juices

definitely a long workable wave,

All villas edge a 300 m2 deck

while contemplating the rugged

but you won’t find too many tube

with infinity swimming pool of 60

beauty of the location. The Puri

sections up there.

meters long, a Jacuzzi, waterfall

Dajuma team will be glad to

The Puri Dajuma complex

and 2 kid pools. All overlooking

make you discover and even

makes up a small village run by

the ocean, like all facilities in the

initiate you to the art of Balinese

two families from Indonesia and

Puri Dajuma Resort.

dance and music, in front of the

Europe. Key guarantees of a safe,

The

latest

From your table at the

ocean. For an experience even

a

more extraordinary, a Jeggog

are in place, in addition to the

180-degrees view of the ocean

show, which is one of Bali West

special emphasis on integration

and the rice paddies and can

speciality, is regularly proposed.

with the local landscape, culture

revel

and

A choice of tasty dishes from

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keep

on

magnificent

have

your

restaurant,

mentality.

will

delight

comfortable and relaxing holiday

in

you

will

sunsets.

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Live was meant for GOOD FRIENDS and GREAT ADVENTURE . .

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GARUDA INDONESIA TO START MUMBAI - JAKARTA IN DECEMBER 2016 The airline will begin services from their home base of Jakarta to Mumbai with a stop in Bangkok along the way.

Better yet, for passengers at least (not so much for the airline), the lead in time to this flight is just a question of mere weeks – December 12, 2016 is slated to be the inaugural service for the flight.

Flights will be operated three times weekly on the Garuda’s Boeing 737-800 Next Gen aircraft, equipped with the spacious new Boeing Sky Interior, WiFi and AVOD individual personal televisions. Flights will depart Soekarno-Hatta International airport (CGK) in the middle of the day, flying first to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and making a 55 minutes pit stop before continuing on to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM), landing in the early evening on the same day. The prices of the flight will start from Rs. 27,600.

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Flights will operate every Monday/Wednesday/Friday and schedules will look like this: Outbound: GA 862 Jakarta (CGK) Dep 12:55 – Arr Bangkok (BKK) 16:25 -00:55 minutes stopoverGA 862 Bangkok (BKK) Dep 17:20 – Arr Mumbai (BOM) 20: 30 Return: GA 861 Mumbai (BOM) Dep 23:05 – Arr Bangkok (BKK) 0455+1 -01:40 hours stopoverGA 861 Bangkok (BKK) Dep 0635+1 – Arr Jakarta (CGK) 10:05

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QATAR AIRWAYS ADD TWO MORE ASIA PASIFIC DESTINATIONS

Medan and Canberra among eight new routes announced for 2017

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The Doha-based airline will commence its first ever flights to the Indonesian city of Medan and the Australian capital Canberra in 2017. These are two of the eight new destinations announced by Qatar Airways this week, along with Dublin, Las Vegas, Rio de Janeiro, Santiago, and the Saudi Arabian cities of Tabuk and Yanbu.

These add to the previously-announced 2017 services to Auckland, Sarajevo, Skopje, Libreville, Nice, Chiang Mai and Douala, meaning that Qatar Airways will launch a total of 15 new destinations next year, including four in the Asia Pacific region.

“With today’s network announcement, we will be able to connect more people to more places than any other Gulf airline, and we will ensure our passengers will delight in the journey. At Qatar Airways, we are going places together with our passengers, and we look forward to welcoming these new destinations,” said the airline’s group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker.

Details of the new routes, such as launch dates and flight frequencies, have not yet been announced. But for both Asia Pacific airports the new flights mark major wins. Medan’s Kualanamu International Airport does not currently receive any scheduled long-haul flights, although Saudia and Garuda Indonesia operate special pilgrimage flights between Saudi Arabia’s holy cities and the Sumatran hub. And Qatar Airways will become only the second international carrier flying to Canberra Airport, following the launch of Singapore Airlines’ services earlier this year.

Medan will become Qatar Airways’ third Indonesian destination after Jakarta and Bali, and Canberra will mark the airline’s fifth Australian hub, joining Adelaide, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney.

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Tradit indonesi 44

tional ian recipe 45

Balinese Green Bean Salad Ingredients 16 ounces seitan cutlets, cut into strips; or matchstick strips of uncooked marinated tofu slices, drained; or 4 cups reconstituted soy curls (4 ounces or 3 cups dry) 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice, divided 1 tablespoon finely grated fresh ginger 2 teaspoons red chile paste, divided 1 tablespoon cold-pressed peanut oil 1/2 teaspoon dark sesame oil 6 small green onions, finely chopped 6 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes 3 cups (12 ounces) young green beans, steamed or blanched until crisp-tender 1/4 cup shredded coconut 2 tablespoons vegetable broth 1/2 teaspoon salt

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Directions In a medium bowl, mix together the seitan strips, 2 tablespoons of the lime juice, ginger, and 1 teaspoon of the chili paste. Set aside.

In a large, nonstick skillet, heat the oils. Add the green onions and garlic and stirfry until softened. Add the remaining 1 teaspoon chili paste and red pepper flakes and stir-fry for a minute more.

Add the seitan mixture to the skillet and stir-fry to combine the ingredients and heat

through. Turn off the heat and add the cooked green beans, coconut, remaining lime juice, and salt. Mix well. Serve warm, at room temperature, or cold.

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TOUR OF THE MONTH

WALKING INSIDE LAVA

Asia World Indonesia offers you a full day of outback adventure tracing off the vast Batur caldera. Take one of our 4WD Jeeps through the hardened lava flow and even walk inside the lave within a lava stream cave. The journey includes a picnic lunch amidst the valley over looking Lake Batur and it’s beautiful surroundings.

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ick up approx. 08.00 hrs at your hotel in South Bali and drive to the north to arrive at Kintamani. After

a short safety briefing, driving through the path where the lava flow from the crater will amaze you and lead you to another great experience, learn about the biggest eruptions by walking inside the lava. During the tour you will pass through villages and experience local life in the caldera.

The journey continues for a unique picnic lunch served at a private venue, during lunch your eyes and your mind will be amazed by the stunning views of the greenery that will instantly cure your tiredness. The lush greenery together with the sound of nature will take you to a sedate state of mind and that cannot be beaten.

Before transferring

you

back to your

hotel we do a stop at a bat cave. You can see the thousands of bats from outside the cave , return to your hotel approx at 16.00 hrs.

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Fast Fact - Suitable for Individual Traveler or Small Group (Ideal maximum 4 person) - Advance booking required minimum 48 hours - Return transfer with private AC vehicle - Private basis only (no Seat-In-Coach) - Picnic Lunch at our private venue is included - What to wear : casual clothes and sport / walkingshoes - What to bring : hat, sun glasses and sunscreen - Professional licensed guide

Another outback adventure experience the magnificent Batur Volcano Caldera completed by a luxury Picnic Lunch at our private venue with amazing views of the ocean and the mountains.

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Tabanan Regency, Bali Full Day (10 - 11 hours)

SOUL REFLECTION JOURNEY Overview Reveals the “Melukat” or Purification tradition in Bali, Asia World Indonesia offers one of the most memorable and profound experiences aiming to cleanse and purify the human body and soul. The purification ceremony provides you with freshness and is pampering your soul with our ancient tradition. After the ceremony enjoy a lunch at our exclusive venue in Jatiiluwih.

In-Details The experience starts with a pick up at approx 07.30 hrs at your hotel in south Bali and you will depart with our guide towards the central highlands. Arriving at Puri Anom Tabanan you will be dressed with a Kamben Wali and escorted by a member of the Royal Family to learn more about Puri Anom which is one of the royal palaces in Tabanan. Until now the castle is used as a shelter and for family activities of the Kings of Tabanan. You will enjoy a Balinese breakfast with the Royal Family.

Next drive towards Jatiluwih where you will be guided by one of the Royal Family to start the Purification together with the priest in the ancient Temple. Lunch will be served at a private venue amidst the rice fields available only to Asia World Indonesia guests. Drive back to the south with stops at Taman Ayun Royal Temple and enjoy the Sunset at Tanah Lot Temple . Return to your hotel at approx. at 19.00 hrs

Fast Facts · · · · · · · ·

Suitable for Individual Travelers or Small Groups (ideal maximum - 4 persons) Advanced booking required minimum 48 hours Return transfer with private AC vehicle English speaking guide Private basis only (no seat in coach available) Lunch included What to wear: Casual clothes and slipper What to bring: change of clothes

Selling Points Memorable and profound experience aiming to cleanse and purify the human body and soul, enjoy lunch with the rice field view which is available only to Asia World’s guests.

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